Latest Comic Book Releases & News:
Marvel, DC, and Top Independent Publishers
Explore the Creators, Series, and Comic Universes You Need to Follow
Fanlight Zone is breaking down the biggest releases and news across the world of comics—from Marvel and DC’s flagship titles to standout stories from today’s leading independent publishers.
Dive into the creators, series, and universes shaping the future of comic storytelling. Whether you're tracking major crossover events or discovering fresh indie voices, this is your guide to the content you need to know about.
Comics
SUPERGIRL: SURVIVE #4 (DC COMICS)
Have Kara and Kal finally found hope in the darkness?
Ever since they escaped the destruction of Krypton, the pair have been on the run with no easy path to their proper destination.
A GHOST ARM MADE OF ANGRY GHOSTS (ONI PRESS)
Sixteen-year-old Ari Ackerman’s world is anything but normal.
Ackerman strives to fit into a punk rock scene in Washington D.C. with his best friend Maya. It’s a lofty dream except life has gotten in its’ way. There’s a string of mysterious deaths hovering around him that rained on that parade.
Venom #261 (Marvel Comics)
Hello there! Padawan J here, the resident Star Wars expert from the ODPH! This week I'm going to be reviewing the 261st issue of Venom from Marvel Comics!
BATGIRL #23 (DC COMICS)
Gotham City is under siege!
The war between Mayor Pamela Isley and Commissioner Vandal Savage has crossed a line. Isley has weaponized the plants in the city to levels never dreamed. Technology is failing. Air is tainted. Time is running out.
The Perfectly Monstrous Life of Adam Frankenstein #1 (DARK HORSE COMICS)
It’s hard to take a story as iconic as Frankenstein and find new ways to tell it successfully, but The Perfectly Monstrous Life of Adam Frankenstein manages to do so.
Project Perseus #1 (VAULT COMICS)
Slug Stevens has been pulled back into the cryptid-hunting game to track down an ancient monster.
He also has to deal with a former friend turned rogue agent with mysterious motives.
Fantastic Four #16 (Marvel Comics)
Hello there! Padawan J here, the resident Star Wars expert from the ODPH! This week I'm going to be reviewing the 16th issue of Fantastic Four from Marvel Comics!
PRIMA APPARATA #1 (IGNITION PRESS)
I’m not entirely sure what I just read and I don’t necessarily mean that as a bad thing.
Marvel Dimensions (MARVEL ARTS)
The history of the Marvel Universe is a sight to behold.
Each character has their own unique beginnings. This has led them into the path of greatness as the company has grown over the years. One person is watching this all unfold. As the trek through memory lane commences, something is noticeably different.
FIRST LOOK: STAR TREK: HOLO-WEEN #1 AND #2 (IDW PUBLISHING)
The days are getting shorter and the temperature is getting cooler. The leaves are starting to turn, and the kiddos are heading back to school.
Spooky Season is fast approaching, and IDW Publishing is ready for it, launching a new Deep Space 9 Halloween story. If these first two issues are any indication, things are about to get very strange (again) on the station
FIRST LOOK: BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES: HALLOWEEN SPECIAL (IDW DARK)
It’s time to return to Woodbrook and even though years have passed the horror that Sam inflicted on this small town is still very fresh in the minds of the citizens. This is more apparent on Halloween as the younger generation tells tales of her return and continued murders. This is the world that this anthology Halloween Special from IDW Dark is set in. Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Halloween Special is set to hit the shelves of your local comic shop on October 7th, 2026. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday August 31st, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
VOID RIVALS #33 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
ROM THE SPACE KNIGHT HAS FINALLY ARRIVED!
While stranded after the events of the Quintesson War, Darak and Solia attempt to find a way out.
BATMAN: BAD SEEDS - SUNSET #1 (DC COMICS)
In the game of power, there is no lengths some will go to keep it.
Pamela Isley’s time as Mayor has crashed and burned in the public eye. Commissioner Vandal Savage has played his part in the troubles. Knowing that her time is running out, Isley does the unthinkable. She unleashes a biotical attack which will destroy the city and all in its’ path.
HAMMERFIST #1 (IMAGE COMICS)
Mike Denton is not a good man.
He’s actually quite deplorable. Denton walked out on his wife and two year old child. The life he’s chosen is anything but glamourous. A bottom shelf killer isn’t exactly screaming “Hire Me” on Linkedin.
OPERATION: IRON COFFIN #2 (IDW DARK)
As Count Dracula continues to atone for his sins, the past finds a way to come back and bite him. The Nazi train that is carrying the Vampire Virus is moving quickly towards its destination and the Count along with the British Allied Forces are the only hopes to stop it. But now a new wrinkle has been added, as it seems Dracula’s own children are on the train helping the Nazi’s.
UNIVERSAL MONSTERS: BLOOD OF THE WOLF MAN #3 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
The full moon is upon us again and that can mean bad things for those around Adam. As Adam tries to prevent himself from hurting anyone else while he figures out this curse he is afflicted with. His father can’t let him be taken from him and will stop at nothing to protect his son, no matter the cost. These two sides will clash and unfortunately others will pay the cost for this clash.
THE BLACK TOWER: THE RAVEN CONSPIRACY #1 (DC COMICS)
Darren Burroughs had big ambitions, but nothing like this.
The 23 year old from Pennsylvania wanted more in life. He now finds himself entangled with a select espionage group known as Black Tower. Their specialty is the paranormal. Burroughs quickly finds out he’s now entangled in a web there’s no escape from.
ABSOLUTE CATWOMAN #3 (DC COMICS)
The search for Holly Robinson is taking its’ toll on Selina Kyle.
When Holly is taken right form Selina’s home, this prompts her to take extreme action. Even if it means re-uniting her old crew from Gotham City.
FIREBORN #4 (IMAGE COMICS)
Aaron Hillburg life hasn’t been the same since bonding with a mysterious egg.
The freak occurrence has granted him powers beyond his wildest dreams. It has also made him a walking target for those that want what’s now his.
TERMINAL #2 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
They're taking on the forces of evil but should you be taking on the lines at the comic shop to check it out?