Best New Comic Releases - December 2024

December's Hottest Releases

December is always packed with major releases as publishers gear up for the holiday season and wrap up their year-long storylines. This month brings several major story conclusions, new series launches, and some absolutely incredible indie comics that deserve your attention.

The Big Events

Batman: The Brave & The Bold #25 concludes the massive "Night of Vengeance" arc that's been building all year. This is a must-buy for Batman fans. The art is stunning, and the payoff is worth every issue leading up to it. Track this down at your local shop before it sells out.

Amazing Spider-Man #52 features a major turning point for MJ and Peter's relationship. If you've been following the recently relaunched series, this issue is absolutely essential. Don't miss it.

New Series Worth Following

The Midnight Collection #1 is an exciting new supernatural anthology series from a rising indie publisher. If you love horror and mystery, this is exactly what you've been waiting for. Early reviews are stellar, and collectors are already hunting for first prints.

Starlight Chronicles #1 launches a new sci-fi epic that's been generating major buzz in the community. The creative team is incredible, and the first issue will likely be a key book in a few years. Getting in on the ground floor is always smart with new launches.

Indie Gems You Should Know About

December always showcases amazing indie comics. Several smaller publishers are releasing beautiful limited editions and variant covers. Visit your local shop and ask staff about their indie recommendations. Some of this year's best-selling comics came from nowhere to become collector favorites.

Variant Cover Hunt

Several major releases this month feature limited variant covers. If you're into variant collecting, December is always fertile hunting ground. Local shops often set aside variants for pull list customers, so make sure you're on your shop's list to get priority access.

Finding December's Releases

New comics release on Wednesdays (New Comic Book Day). Make sure your shop has your pull list set up so you don't miss anything. If you're new to collecting, this month is a perfect time to visit your local shop and tell staff what interests you. December is busy, but shops love helping collectors discover new favorites.