Looking to Dive Into DC Comics? Here’s 8 Can’t-Miss, Beginner Titles You’ll Love

March 16, 2025, 9:31 a.m.

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Looking to Dive Into DC Comics? Here’s 8 Can’t-Miss, Beginner Titles You’ll Love

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Toward the end of 2024, DC kicked off its All-In Initiative, which led to two major developments for the publisher. In the main continuity, the event marked a starting point for the universe with new arcs and all-new creative teams. Over the course of several months, titles like Aquaman, Zatanna, and Justice League Unlimited, would go live, bringing new fans into the fandom more than ever before. All-In also sparked the start of the Absolute Universe, which staked claim to a new era of stories with its alternate universe.

With All-In, DC Comics gave new readers a starting place in and out of continuity. Along with that, Black Label, Vertigo, and DC young adult books serve as amazing jumping in points. For those finally looking to start their DC journey, these eight titles are the perfect starting place. Some of them continue through the All-In Initiative, others exist as stand-alone comics, and there are those that have just begun. Not to mention there are some great new comics set to come out this month such as Absolute Martian Manhunter by Deniz Camp and Javier Rodríguez. So if you want a quick guide on beginner-friendly DC series, you can find our picks below:

8 Supergirl: Woman Of Tomorrow

By Tom King And Bilquis Evely

Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow is the name of the upcoming Supergirl film as well as the title of Supergirl's best comic. In the story, Supergirl is approached by an alien girl to help on her revenge quest. While Supergirl does not want the young girl to go down a dark path, she is sucked into this revenge tale and forced to confront the horrors of her past. Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow is one of DC's most beautiful comics thanks to Bilquis Evely's ethereal, cosmic art, and Tom King's characterization of Kara captures the hope and tragedy of the character. This is the perfect comic to read before her new film, as well as Supergirl's new comic by Sophie Campbell, out May 14, 2025.

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7 Wonder Woman: Historia

By Kelly Sue DeConnick, Phil Jimenez, Gene Ha, and Nicola Scott

Wonder Woman has been around for decades, and for someone looking for a gateway into one of DC's most iconic heroes, their best bet is to step outside the main continuity and turn to DC Black Label, a key imprint dedicated to more mature comics. Specifically, readers should turn to Wonder Woman: Historia, as it acts as the origin of the Amazons. As a result, the comic touches on a lot of the feminist themes that are present in Wonder Woman. The story specifically addresses the frustrations the Greek Goddess have with the Greek Gods, thus leading to the creation of the Amazons and eventually their home, Themyscira.

6 Far Sector

By N.K. Jemisin And Jamal Campbell

When it comes to the Green Lanterns, there are many to follow: Hal Jordan, Jessica Cruz, John Stewart, and more. However, one of the best Green Lanterns, Jo Mullein, has only been around since 2019. Despite their age, Jo is the best of the best, and the same goes for her comic Far Sector. As Jo undertakes her first mission, readers get to see what it means to be a Green Lantern alongside her. Plus, it acts as a stand-alone series as there's no prior reading needed. Far Sector captures the heart and imagination of being a Green Lantern and will make readers life-long fans of Jo and comics at large.

5 Absolute Batman

By Scott Snyder And Nick Dragotta

Genuinely, any Absolute title is going to be a good starting place for new readers as these books re-imagine Superman, Wonder Woman, and Batman's origins. The latter is reworked to have Batman hail from a working-class family, and this change makes Bruce Wayne all the more impressive. While he does not have his money on hand to burn, Batman is still resourceful, brilliant, and an absolute menace to the criminals in Gotham City. With hundreds of Batman titles out over the decades, this Absolute title is refreshing. This is a badass Batman run, and it's no wonder it's the best-selling comic of 2024.

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4 Nightwing

By Tom Taylor And Bruno Redando

Nighwing is one of the ongoing series that has continued through DC's All-In initiative. Dan Watters and Dexter Soy took over for Tom Taylor and Bruno Redanodo, who brought one Nightwing's best comic arcs to life. Starting back with Nightwing #78, Taylor stood beside with the character all the way through issue #118. He and Redando capture what makes Dick Grayson a hero both in and out of the super-suit. With this run of Nightwing complete, it's easy to dive in through the trade paperbacks now available. And for those who fall in love with the character, they can continue Nightwing with Watters and Soy.

3 Poison Ivy

By G. Willow Wilson And Marcio Takara

Another comic continued through the All-In Initiative is Poison Ivy; However, where Nightwing switches up its writer and artist, Poison Ivy kept its original writer on board. As part of DC's All-In event, new readers can start Poison Ivy with issue #26. Still, it is highly recommended that fans start from the very beginning of the run because this is not just the definitive Poison Ivy comic, but it is also one of the best DC comics of the '20s.

2 Birds Of Prey

By Kelly Thompson, Gavin Guidry, Javier Pina, and Robbi Rodriguez

For those looking for a team-led story, look no further than Birds of Prey. The comic introduces new readers to some of the most iconic women of DC, like Black Canary, Big Barda, Harley Quinn, and many more. For new fans, if they like any of these women, this team will help them find books to look into afterward. Plus, the DC series on its own is solid, full of great relationships, humor, action, and more. Birds of Prey is also part of the All-In Initiative, so new readers can start with issue #14, or they can go back to the start with the team's first trade.

1 Zatanna

By Jamal Campbell

For a fresh start with single-issue comics, look no further than Zatanna. The series is only on its first issue at of now, but it is already proving to be worth the hype. Written and drawn by Far Sector's Jamal Cambell, Zatanna #1 is pure magic and lives up to the expectations of the All-In Initiative. This is a clean starting place for new readers. In it, Zatanna's latest tour is interrupted when her crew are kidnapped by a ghastly foe. Zatanna's comic is as charming as the titular character, making it a perfect introductory read.