Captain Marvel: Braver & Mightier #1

Carol Danvers rockets toward the viewer in her signature blue-and-gold suit against a starfield blazing with streaks of light, while a looming background figure — a younger, sunglasses-wearing Carol — gazes coolly down and traces her own name, suggesting a story that bridges past and present selves. Jody Houser, Simone Buonfantino, and Erick Arciniega bring this 2019 one-shot to life, with a cover by Valerio Schiti that radiates momentum and purpose. It's an accessible, energetic package for anyone who wants to spend time with one of Marvel's most determined heroes.