DC Entertainment Graphic Novel Essentials and Chronology 2014: ( Like new ) Inside is an expansive look at our rich backlist collection created by the best writers and illustrators in the industry. This catalog can be used as an important resource for new fans seeking a starting point, as well a look back at our impressive backlist for the most fervent DCE enthusiasts. This is a perfect guide for readers relatively new to DC comics which tells you all the "best", "most popular", "must reads" and a catalogue of currently in print backlist titles by DC Comics and Vertigo. Last years' version was a terrific source for new readers and collectors and this years proves just as valuable and remember it is FREE. What this is not is a complete guide to every book ever printed, complete reading lists of every character or series, for that much depth you will have to pay for a book that someone has gone to so much trouble and time to research and compile. This catalogue/guide highlights the best currently in print and DC has been selective , not everything in print is included. What you get are lists (with brief descriptions)of: 25 all around essential titles The New 52 5 major male super heroes Wonder woman 2 Superhero teams Digital firsts Then they move on to lists of: Vertigo Vertigo Defy separate lists for 3 of Vertigo's famous series a list each for Alan Moore and Grant Morrison Mad DC: All Ages Then the book ends with `a small typeface listing of many titles not already mentioned in suggested chronological reading order for both DC and Vertigo.