A brand-new compact edition spotlighting one of the most celebrated modern chapters in Spider-Man's history!
"Brand New Day" wasn't just a story -- it was an era. Spanning almost three years and over one hundred issues, it was a time when a rotating cast of the industry's most talented writers and artists redefined Spider-Man for the 21st century. The stories they created continue to influence the Spider-Man comics of today -- as well as television series, video games and films featuring everyone's favorite wall-crawler!
The handpicked stories featured in this Brand New edition highlight the scope and spirit of the era -- from heart-wrenching to pulse-pounding to deeply human. Included in this collection are:
"Sometimes It Snows in April"By Zeb Wells & Chris BachaloAmid the worst blizzard in New York City history, Spider-Man and Wolverine set out to find the secret of the deadly storm!
"The Other Spider-Man"By Bob Gale & Mike McKonePeter Parker must solve the mystery of "The Other Spider-Man" -- and brave the villain-filled Bar with No Name!
"Threeway Collision!"By Bob Gale, Marc Guggenheim, Dan Slott & Paulo SiqueiraWhen Spidey finds himself in a car chase across the city with Overdrive, which side of the story is the real one?!
"Flashbacks"By Marc Guggenheim & Barry KitsonWhatever happened to Flash Thompson? Follow Peter Parker's former nemesis and Spider-Man's biggest fan from New York through his tour of duty in the Middle East.
"Black & White"By Dan Slott & Chris BachaloWitness the return of one of Spider-Man's most unforgettable enemies: Hammerhead! It's a sign of things to come -- and it's looking deadly!
"Family Ties"By Joe Kelly & Chris BachaoAs the mayoral election ramps up, gang activity is at an all-time high -- and Hammerhead works to bring them all under Mister Negative's banner...or else. And even Spider-Man can't stop him this time!
"Old Huntin' Buddies"By Zeb Wells & Paolo RiveraSpidey clashes with the Punisher in a good old-fashioned punch-a-palooza! What does Frank Castle want with a mysterious, power-enhancing serum?
"Unscheduled Stop"By Mark Waid & Marcos MartinSpidey must summon all his strength and courage when a shocking earthquake hits NYC, burying him and a subway car of innocent people deep under all the rubble!
A writer for the Emmy Award-winning animated series Robot Chicken and co-creator of the stop-motion SuperMansion, Zeb Wells began making a name for himself at Marvel with his irreverent New Warriors limited series, which provided an inspiration for key story threads that would later appear in Civil War; he also wrote the Civil War: Young Avengers & Runaways tie-in. His collaboration with the late Seth Fisher on Fantastic Four/Iron Man: Big in Japan produced one of the 21st century's most charming comics. Wells' other credits include Daredevil: Battlin' Jack Murdock, Venom: Dark Origin, Dark Reign: Elektra and Spider-Man/Doctor Octopus: Year One. He also contributed to the thrice-monthly "Brand New Day" era of Amazing Spider-Man, most notably with the "Shed" storyline; wrote two Carnage limited series; and helped relaunch New Mutants. Wells has returned to the world of the wall-crawler, teaming with the legendary John Romita Jr. for a new volume of Amazing Spider-Man. He also co-wrote the 2024 blockbuster film Deadpool & Wolverine.
Chris Bachalo spent the early years of his career collaborating with writer Neil Gaiman; his quirky style proved a perfect fit for the offbeat Sandman character Death in Death: The High Cost of Living and its sequel, Death: The Time of Your Life. His initial Marvel work on Generation X began a long association with the X-Universe across various titles that saw him become a fan-favorite artist for Marvel's mutants. Subsequently, he created Steampunk with Joe Kelly, and made forays into the Ultimate Universe and a big splash in the "Brand New Day" era of Amazing Spider-Man. His art has also graced the pages of New Avengers and the Dark Reign: Sinister Spider-Man limited series, as well as Marvel NOW!'s Uncanny X-Men. Bachalo helped reinvigorate Marvel's Sorcerer Supreme along with writer Jason Aaron on Doctor Strange. His subsequent work has included Deadpool and the high-octane, web-slinging action of Non-Stop Spider-Man.
Artist Mike McKone was pegged as a future industry superstar when his first work was published in DC's JLA and Legion. In 2001, McKone collaborated with writer Judd Winick to launch Marvel's Exiles, a surprise hit among X-fans. Two years later, he teamed with writer Geoff Johns to revamp Teen Titans for DC. Since signing an exclusive contract with Marvel, McKone's credits include Fantastic Four, Amazing Spider-Man and Avengers Academy.
