DC PREVIEW: CELEBRATING 80 YEARS OF WONDER WOMAN

There once was a woman called Diana, who was brave, polite, and tough as a spanner. But then, one night, she got, into a fight, because she refused to wear a cheap bandana. Want to know more? Then please check out the following stories soon to be in store!

Wonder Woman Historia: The Amazons #1

Written by: Kelly Sue DeConnick
Illustrated by: Phil Jimenez
Page count: 72-pages per issue
Price: $7.99 per issue
Format: 3-issue Black Label limited series
Release date: October 19, 2021

Synopsis: Many, many years ago, Queen Hera and the other goddesses from Olympus decided to develop a brand new, secret society because they grew increasingly dissatisfied with their male counterparts. However, their society didn't stay secret for long, as one day a woman named Hippolyta set a series of events in motion that resulted in a war in Heaven and the creation of Earth's greatest guardian!

Wonder Woman: Tempest Tossed Special Edition #1

Written by: Laurie Halse Anderson
Illustrated by: Leila Del Duca
Page count: 32-pages
Price: Free
Format: Special Edition
Release date: October 19, 2021

Synopsis: This free comic is an extended sample from the full-length graphic novel that boldly reimagines Wonder Woman's origin story by telling a touching tale about her experiences as a refugee, her time as a teenage activist, and her quest to find the love and strength needed to create real, solid change.

Diana: Princess of the Amazons Special Edition #1

Written by: Shannon and Dean Hale

Illustrated by: Victoria Ying
Page count: 32-pages
Price: Free

Format: Special Edition
Release date: October 19, 2021

Synopsis: When she was eleven years old, Diana began to feel sad and lonely because she was the only child living on Themyscira and desperately wanted someone her own age to talk to. So, to rectify this situation, she decided to create a playmate out of clay. Or should I say, play... foe? Well, to find out, please check out this extended sample from the full-length graphic novel.

Other Titles Celebrating 80 Years of Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman #1: Free Special Edition (October 19, 2021): This free comic book reprints the first issue of the acclaimed series written by Greg Rucka and illustrated by Liam Sharp.

WONDER WOMAN: ADVENTURES OF YOUNG DIANA SPECIAL

Wonder Woman: The Adventures of Young Diana Special (October 12, 2021): This collected edition follows Diana's early years on Themyscira when she struggled to find her rightful place on an island deemed paradise by many, but to her, seemed more like a prison. Originally, this adventure was a series of backup stories printed inside the ongoing Wonder Woman comic book, all of which were created by Jordie Bellaire and Paulina Ganucheau.

Wonder Woman 80th Anniversary 100-Page Super Spectacular (October 5, 2021): This oversized super spectacular chronicles Diana's past, present, and future through a series of stories developed by some of DC's most talented creators. This includes Becky Cloonan, Michael W. Conrad, Mark Waid, Stephanie Phillips, Jim Cheung, Jose Luis Garcia-Lopez, Joe Prado, Amy Reeder, and many, many more.

Wonder Woman: 80 Years of the Amazon Warrior (September 14, 2021): This 400-page hardcover graphic novel features some of Wonder Woman's most memorable appearances, ranging from her humble introduction in the 1940s all the way to her most spectacular battles. It also features new essays and interviews focused on Diana's enduring legacy from Gal Gadot, Lynda Carter, Patty Jenkins, and Trina Robbins, as well as contributions from acclaimed DC writers and artists, such as George Pérez, Phil Jimenez, William Moulton Marston, Harry G. Peter, Joye Hummel, Jill Thompson, Greg Rucka, Nicola Scott, and Jen Bartel.

Wonderful Women of the World (September 28, 2021): This anthology celebrates Wonder Woman's ongoing quest for truth, justice, and equality, by showcasing a series of stories that explains how her exploits have inspired females who work in a number of different fields. Females like Serena Williams (sports), Greta Thunberg (activism), Ruth Bader Ginsburg (diplomacy), and Beyoncé (entertainment), amongst others.