NOVA TP (2025)

"Richard Rider is back! And when he makes his roaring return to the Marvel Universe, it changes everything for Sam Alexander! How will the young Nova cope with his predecessor's unfathomable homecoming? Is Earth big enough for two Nova-helmet-wearing protectors? Strap in, True Believer, you've never seen a Nova book like this before! Action meets romance as Sam goes on a date with the new girl in school, while Rich reconnects with an old flame: the Guardian of the Galaxy called Gamora! But all the while, the truth of Rich's time in the Cancerverse is festering in the background - and it is dangerous! It's the comeback you've all been waiting for - but will it be a happy ending, or a terrifying new beginning? Collecting NOVA (2016) #1-7. Rated T "

"Now that we've learned the new Nova's origin, there's only one thing standing between Sam Alexander and being an Avenger: He needs to ask his mom. Zeb Wells (Robot Chicken) and Paco Medina (ULTIMATE X-MEN) continue the story of Marvel's newest, least experienced hero as he takes on the Superior Spider-Man and encounters the madness of INFINITY! But can Nova handle his first taste of the power of a mad cosmic god? Sam may be well out of his depth, but he's about to get backup from some of the original Nova's allies: that's right, members of the fan-favorite New Warriors! Will Sam help them put their team back together? Big changes are on the horizon for Sam Alexander - and for the newest Nova, the horizon is only an instant away! Collecting NOVA (2013) #6-9 and material from #10."

"It's All-New Nova Now as new writer Gerry Duggan (DEADPOOL) takes the reins! The Nova Corps' deadly secrets stand revealed - and Sam Alexander is in waaay over his helmeted head. This is the beginning of something big, cosmic fans! An epic odyssey that will take our warp speed wunderkind to the very ends of the Marvel Universe! Hot on the trail of the missing Nova Corps, Nova manages to save the lives of some new friends in deep space. But as Sam continues to hunt down clues to the Corps' demise, he finds a new threat of his own making! And as if that wasn't bad enough, the arrival of former Mjolnir-wielder Beta Ray Bill means Nova's days may be numbered! Can the galaxy's newest and least experienced hero prevail against overwhelming odds? Collecting NOVA (2013) #11-15 and material from #10."

"ORIGINAL SIN tie-in! The Watcher's eye presents a pair of mysteries: Was Nova's father a murderer? And what is the secret origin of the Black Novas? Sam Alexander grieves for the Watcher, and turns to a friend for help - everyone's favorite Guardian of the Galaxy, Rocket Raccoon! As the secrets of the Black Novas and Sam's dad are revealed, Sam's world is torn apart - but can he come out of this stronger? Plus: When the Alexander home is threatened, there may not be anything that Nova can do to help out. And when Halloween rolls around, Nova joins the students of the Jean Grey School for trick-or-treating - and trouble! Collecting NOVA (2013) #17-22. Rated T"

"AXIS tie-in! It's a perfect jumping-on point when Sam Alexander, the newest Nova, faces wait, is that the Hulk? What happened to him? Find out why they're fighting - and more important, just how Sam thinks he has a chance! Then, Carnage ensues when the psychotic Cletus Kasady comes to Carefree! Carnage knows Nova's secret identity - and he can't wait to share it with Sam's whole school! What's worse, Nova's helmet is still on the fritz! When's this kid gonna catch a break? Not today, when a Hulk makes an unexpected reappearance! Things are changing for Sam Alexander - aka Nova, the Human Rocket - so get on board the fastest-moving comic in the biz! Collecting NOVA (2013) #23-27. Rated T"

"When the newest Nova needs help with his busted helmet, he turns to Doc Green, the Incredible Hulk! But their quest soon takes them halfway across the universe and puts them in danger that even the Hulk can't punch his way out of! Then, Nova joins the X-Men and Guardians of the Galaxy for an epic adventure. With the Black Vortex in his possession, Sam must run for his life! But even when he returns to Earth, cosmic problems follow him - and his next challenge will test him more than any adventure has before. The entire world is under the gun, and it's up to Nova and his friends - Beta Ray Bill, Doc Green, the Guardians of the Galaxy and Cosmo - to save the planet! You won't believe how it all ends! Collecting NOVA ANNUAL (2015) #1 and NOVA (2013) #28-31. Rated T"