Instant Digital Gift Cards 💌
Christmas Gift Guide Gift Guide
Christmas Delivery Delivery
Store Hours Store Hours
Gift Cards Gift Cards

Boxing Day Sale is live! Up to 20% off 2000+ Books

Shazam! The Deluxe Edition

By Geoff Johns
0.0 (0 reviews)
4.08 goodreads logo

Ratings/reviews counts are updated frequently.

Check link for latest rating. ( 3,770 ratings, 459 reviews)
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Summary
Shazam! The Deluxe Edition by Geoff Johns is a graphic novel that revitalises the origin of the mystical hero, Shazam. It follows Billy Batson, an embattled teenager who transforms into a powerful superhero by uttering the magic word "Shazam." The story explores themes of family, identity, and heroism as Billy navigates the challenges of both his mundane and magical worlds.
Read More
Format: Hardback
TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK Please add to wishlist to be notified when back in stock

Sorry, we're currently out of stock of Shazam! The Deluxe Edition. Please add to your Wishlist and we'll send you an email as soon as it's back in stock.

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

Dive into a thrilling graphic novel that reimagines the origins of a classic superhero, blending action, humour, and heart. You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stories with a perfect mix of character development, magical powers, and the enduring theme of family. Experience the vibrant artwork and dynamic storytelling that bring the adventures of a beloved character to life, perfect for both longtime fans and newcomers to the world of superheroes.

Book Hero thinking about your next read

Shazam! The Deluxe Edition

For Billy Batson, life is pretty much full of normal teenage stuff: schoolwork he'd rather ignore, facing up against annoying foster parents, and..superhuman magical abilities?!

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

For Billy Batson, life is pretty much full of normal teenage stuff—schoolwork he'd rather ignore, facing up against annoying foster parents, and...superhuman magical abilities?!

Bouncing from foster home to foster home, Billy is brash, but ready to try adjusting to his new life, new school, and new family—and his new superhuman powers?

After the magical wizard, Shazam at the Rock of Eternity, imbues Billy with powers beyond his wildest imagination, he becomes the hero we know as SHAZAM! As Earth's Mightiest Mortal, Billy might have finally found his destiny!

But with both heroes and villains trying to recruit him, Billy will have to decide if he wants to use his new powers for good or evil...and he'll have to do it quick!

Collecting the incredible origin story penned and illustrated by comics legends Geoff Johns and Gary Frank, this Deluxe Edition is packed with stunning art and action-packed stories from start to finish!

Collects Justice League #0, Justice League #8-11, Justice League #14-16, Justice League #18-21

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Shazam! The Deluxe Edition by Geoff Johns is praised for being an enjoyable and consistently entertaining graphic novel, drawing positive comparisons to Johns' earlier successful Superman story. The engaging narrative and artwork have resonated well with readers and critics alike.

Book Hero reading reviews

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781779506849

Publisher: DC Comics

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 27 October 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: DC Comics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 181.0mm

Height: 276.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 200

Collections

Fiction Geoff Johns Graphic Novels Penguin Books Special Editions

About the Author

Geoff Johns is an award-winning writer and one of the most popular contemporary comic book writers today. Johns is the author of the New York Times bestselling graphic novels Aquaman- The Trench, Blackest Night, Green Lantern- The Sinestro Corps War, Justice League- Origin, Superman- Brainiac, and Batman- Earth One, which hit #1 on the bestseller list. He is also known for transforming Green Lantern into one of the most critically and commercially successful franchises in comics. Johns was born in Detroit and studied media arts, screenwriting, and film at Michigan State University. After moving to Los Angeles, he became an assistant to Richard Donner, director of Superman- The Movie. He and his mentor Donner later co-wrote Superman- Last Son, featuring the return of General Zod. Johns has written for various other media, including episodes of Smallville, Arrow, and Adult Swim's Robot Chicken, for which he was nominated along with his co-writers for an Emmy. Johns was an executive producer on the 2016 film Batman v Superman- Dawn of Justice and co-wrote the 2017 hit Justice League as well as the upcoming Wonder Woman 1984 film starring Gal Gadot. Johns currently resides in Los Angeles, California.

Also by Geoff Johns

View all

More from Graphic Novels

View all

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Service & Delivery

Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 80,000 books and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Bookstore

Auckland Bookstore

We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.

Our Gifting Service

Our Gifting Service

Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.