Derek Fridolfs

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About Derek Fridolfs

Derek Fridolfs is a New York Times bestselling author and Eisner nominated writer. He works in the comic book industry as a writer, artist, and inker.

He has worked on a range of beloved properties including Batman, Detective Comics, Arkham City, Legends Of The Dark Knight, Gotham Academy, Adventures Of Superman, Sensation Comics Featuring Wonder Woman, Catwoman, Zatanna, Justice League Beyond, and JLA. And he's written and illustrated comics based on the animated series Adventure Time, Regular Show, Clarence, Dexter's Laboratory, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Teen Titans Go, Looney Tunes, and Scooby-Doo.

His first book market title for SCHOLASTIC, Secret Hero Society, debuted at #1 on the New York Times Bestseller List for Hardcover Graphic Books.

And he's been Eisner nominated for co-writing Batman: Li'l Gotham with Dustin Nguyen for DC Comics.

Derek resides in California, where he enjoys pizza, book hunting, weekend trips, and afternoon naps.

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Teen Titans Go! (2013-) Vol. 4: Smells Like Teen Titans Spirit (Teen Titans Go! (2013-2019)) Dec 12, 2017

by Heather Nuhfer , P.C. Morrissey , Ivan Cohen , Sholly Fisch , Derek Fridolfs , Marcelo Di Chiara , Jeremy Lawson , Erich Owen , Lea Seidman Hernandez

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The comics stories of Cartoon Network’s most popular show are here in TEEN TITANS GO! VOL. 4! It’s time for more wild adventures starring the coolest superheroes around!

First, Beast Boy is ready to save the world using his new super-power—the power to smell the future! Then, is Robin really the fulfillment of an ancient prophecy? Can the team answer the Justice League’s call and take on the not-so-awesome responsibility of babysitting an infant Superman...Superbaby? And when a punk rock supervillain sentences Jump City to death by rock and roll, only the musical stylings of the Teen Titans can stop him!

From the beach to H.I.V.E. Tower to the Titans Tower bathroom, the Teen Titans are here to save the day in these and more all-ages stories in TEEN TITANS GO! VOL. 4: SMELLS LIKE TEEN TITANS SPIRIT, from writers Sholly Fisch (THE ALL-NEW BATMAN: THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD), Derek Fridolfs (SCOOBY-DOO, WHERE ARE YOU?), artists Lea Hernandez (Killer Princesses), Marcelo Di Chiara (SMALLVILLE SEASON 11), Jeremy Lawson (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers) and more! Collects TEEN TITANS GO! #19-24.

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Batman: Arkham: Poison Ivy (Batman (1940-2011) Book 5) Sep 13, 2016

by Gerry Conway , Robert Kanigher , Marc Andreyko , John Francis Moore , Various , P. Craig Russell , Brian Apthorp , Duncan Fegredo , Irv Novick , Javier Pina

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GOTHAM'S DEADLIEST BEAUTY

Poison Ivy was once Dr. Pamela Lillian Isley, a young woman with a unique fascination with botany and toxicology. But then she was seduced and later experimented on by her mentor, Professor Jason Woodrue, also known as the super-villain Floronic Man.

Now a constant thorn in Batman's side, Poison Ivy uses the toxins in her bloodstream to make her touch fatal to whomever she chooses, giving her the ability to create pheromones that make men her slaves while she stops at nothing to ensure plant life will retake Earth.

BATMAN ARKHAM: POISON IVY collects some of the villain's greatest stories by some of the industry's greatest creators, including Robert Kanigher (THE FLASH), Gerry Conway (JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA), Neil Gaiman (THE SANDMAN), Guillem March (CATWOMAN), P. Craig Russell (WONDER WOMAN), Mark Buckingham (FABLES) and many more!

Collects BATMAN #181, #339, BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #42-43, BATMAN: POISON IVY #1, BATMAN: SHADOW OF THE BAT ANNUAL #3, BATMAN VILLAIN SECRET FILES #1, DETECTIVE COMICS #23.1, GOTHAM CITY SIRENS #8, JOKER'S ASYLUM: POISON IVY #1, SECRET ORIGINS #36, THE BATMAN CHRONICLES #10, WHO'S WHO: THE DEFINITIVE DIRECTORY OF THE DC UNIVERSE #18, WHO'S WHO IN THE DC UNIVERSE #5 and WORLD'S FINEST COMICS #251-252.

Back to the Future: Biff to the Future Nov 8, 2017

by Bob Gale , Derek Fridolfs , Alan Robinson

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Discover an alternate Back to the Future reality where things have gone horribly wrong! When Old Biff Tannen travels to the past to give his younger self the Grays Sports Almanac, he opens a lethal Pandora's Box that drastically changes the course of history. In the BTTF movies, Doc and Marty save the day—but what happens in Biff Tannen's dystopia before they do? Find out in this alternate life story of Biff Tannen detailing his diabolical rise to power, his dangerous relationship with the McFly family and Doc Brown, and his ultimate demise.

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Zatanna by Paul Dini (Zatanna (2010-2011)) Mar 7, 2017

by Paul Dini , Derek Fridolfs , Adam Beechen , Cliff Chiang , Chad Hardin , Stéphane Roux , Jesus Saiz , Rick Mays , Jamal Igle

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The enchanting Zatanna Zatara has the hottest stage act in Las Vegas. And unlike the parlor tricks peddled by other would-be Houdinis around town, Zatanna’s magic is no illusion. It’s real. The dazzling Mistress of Magic can warp reality with just a few backwards words.

But the supernatural is powerful…and in the wrong hands, it’s deadly. So when mystical menaces start causing trouble, Zee steps in to stop them—from the evil sorcerer Brother Night to possessed puppets to nightmare demons. But things get complicated fast when the foe is the ghost of someone she loves!

Superstar writer Paul Dini (Batman: The Animated Series) works his magic on this fan-favorite series, with the help of Adam Beechen (BATMAN BEYOND), Jamal Igle (SUPERGIRL), Stephane Roux (BATMAN BLACK AND WHITE), Chad Hardin (HARLEY QUINN), Cliff Chiang (WONDER WOMAN) and more. Collects ZATANNA #1-16 and ZATANNA: EVERYDAY MAGIC #1.

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Batman: Streets of Gotham Vol. 1: Hush Money Aug 14, 2012

by Paul Dini , Dustin Nguyen

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How will the police feel about this new Batman - and can he control the crime in Gotham the way the old Batman did? Commissioner Gordon's about to find out as teams with the new Batman to combat the fiery threat that Firefly has spread across Gotham City. Then, Bruce Wayne has seemingly returned, promising to lead his city into a new golden age. But while this phony devotes his fortune to rebuilding Gotham City, he fights violent opposition from Batman, Robin and a host of DC Universe heroes!

Master Batman writer Paul Dini (Batman: The Animated Series) and artist Dustin Nguyen (BATMAN: LI'L GOTHAM) explore what happens to the streets of Gotham when a new Dyanmic Duo hits the town in HUSH MONEY. Collects DETECTIVE COMICS #852, BATMAN #685 and BATMAN: STREETS OF GOTHAM #1-4.

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Field Trip Disaster (DC Comics: Secret Hero Society #5) Oct 1, 2019

by Derek Fridolfs , Dave Bardin

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The first EVER Secret Hero Society volume narrated by Diana Prince (Wonder Woman)!

When a foreign exchange student arrives at Justice Prep, Diana is excited to greet her! While Clark (Superman) is also curious to meet this shy student, Bruce (Batman) is wary. Bruce's suspicions are warranted when they are unable to find any record that this student even exists. When the three confront her, an accident transports them all the way to the 31st century! Now Diana, Clark, and Bruce get to meet the heroes of tomorrow... the Legion of Super Students!

Our displaced time-traveling heroes will struggle to grasp future technology, homework assignments, and most importantly -- bullies. Especially one in particular who has a plan to go back in time and change the course of history! It's up to Clark, Diana, and Bruce to stop this villainous plan before it happens, and find their way back home in this newest Secret Hero Society adventure!

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Batman: Streets of Gotham Vol. 2: Leviathan Aug 21, 2012

by Paul Dini , Christopher Yost , Mike Benson , Dustin Nguyen

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The 2-part 'Leviathan' story kicks off from guest writer Chris Yost (RED ROBIN) as The Huntress finds herself in an unusual position--the responsible one. Because when Huntress hunts down a violent new criminal, she finds herself stuck with aviolent, loose cannon of a partner on the case--the Man-Bat! And in a special story from Mike Benson (Deadpool: Suicide Kings, Moon Knight), Batman and Robin uncover a sinister plot involving dozens of Gotham City's young runaways. Is Arkham Asylum escapee Humpty Dumpty at the center of the scheme - or is he just the tip of an even more dangerous iceberg?

Collects BATMAN: STREETS OF GOTHAM #5-11.

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Scooby-Doo's Greatest Adventures (Scooby-Doo, Where Are You? (2010-)) Sep 10, 2019

by Chris Duffy , Terrance Griep , Michael Kupperman , Bob Fingerman , Earl Kress , C. Martin Croker , Robbie Busch , Scott Neely , John Rozum , Sholly Fisch , Georgia Ball , Paul Kupperberg , Derek Fridolfs , Ivan Cohen , Embla Malmenlid , Ivan Brunetti , Ned Sonntag , Tim Harkins , Joe Staton , Vince Deporter , Robert Pope , Leo Batic , Dario Brizuela , Fabio Laguna , Walter Carzon , Scott Jeralds , Randy Elliott

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Scooby-Doo and the Mystery, Inc. gang celebrate 50 years of spooks, scares and silliness in this all-ages collection of stories from the pages of SCOOBY-DOO #1, 10, 35, 68 and 72, SCOOBY-DOO TEAM-UP #2, 5 7, 8, 9, 12, 18, 37 and 40, and SCOOBY-DOO, WHERE ARE YOU? #48, 51, 54, 71, 78, 79, 83, 85! Includes appearances by Batman, Wonder Woman, Superman, Swamp Thing, the Flintstones, the Jetsons, and a whole menagerie of super pets!

Science Fair Crisis (DC Comics: Secret Hero Society #4) Feb 26, 2019

by Derek Fridolfs , Pamela Lovas

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An all-new adventure illustrated by new artist Pamela Lovas! Clark Kent (Superman), Bruce Wayne (Batman), and Diana Prince (Wonder Woman) are starting a new school year at Justice Prep. This semester, everyone is focusing on their science projects: Principal James Gordon announced that the winner of the upcoming science fair gets an all-inclusive trip to the new S.T.A.R. Laboratories space facility.

As the fair draws closer, the students receive a text message from a mysterious, untraceable number saying: "if you help me, I can help YOU win the science fair!" Just who is behind this mystery number, and what do they have to do with the science fair? It's up to Clark, Diana, and Bruce's Junior Detectives Club to find out! With appearances from fan favorites like Arthur Curry (Aquaman) and Lex Luthor, plus all-new characters including Black Manta and Professor Zoom, this hilarious newest chapter in the Secret Hero Society saga is not to be missed!

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Batman: The Heart of Hush (Detective Comics (1937-2011)) Feb 18, 2012

by Paul Dini , Dustin Nguyen

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The villain named Hush, created by comic superstars Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee, makes a dramatic return to the life of Batman. What will this mean for Bruce Wayne? Secrets shared years ago between Bruce Wayne and Tommy Elliott begin to have dangerous repercussions in the present. Why is this mystery driving Hush to destroy Batman's life? What part does Catwoman play in Hush's plans? Collects DETECTIVE COMICS #846-850.

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Detective Comics #1000: The Deluxe Edition (Detective Comics (2016-)) Jun 18, 2019

by Alan Grant , Scott McDaniel

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The amazing 1000th issue of DETECTIVE COMICS is collected in this new Deluxe Edition, including a new story written by Robert Venditti with art by Steven Segovia!

This amazing collection is stacked with an unbelievable lineup of talent that will take you on a journey through Batman's past, present and future...plus a sensational epilogue that features the first-ever DC Universe appearance of the deadly Arkham Knight! But who is under the mask? And why do they want Batman dead? The incredible future of Batman adventures begins here!

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Batman Tales: Once Upon a Crime Feb 11, 2020

by Derek Fridolfs , Dustin Nguyen

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Gotham City is filled with stories-of heroes and of villains, of police and criminals, of families both lost and found. But the enchanted short stories in Batman Tales are brought to life with a classic fairy-tale twist that will fill you with wonder. Once upon a crime in Gotham...
Damian Wayne dreams of becoming a real boy wonder-as long as he can avoid telling lies and making his nose grow.
Batman's butler takes an unexpected trip through the looking glass and finds himself in a topsy-turvy world, for Alfred's in Wonderland!
Gotham City Police Department detectives interrogate Gotham's most dangerous criminals looking for the princess who stole the pea.
And Batman meets a snow queen who leads him on a dangerous quest.
Derek Fridolfs and Dustin Nguyen, the creative team behind Batman: Li'l Gotham, return to their Bat-roots-this time with a fairy-tale flair!

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