ACTION COMICS #609 CGC 9.8 (1988). BRIAN BOLLAND. BLACK CANARY DEBUT. I use high-quality packing materials, including plenty of craft paper to prevent movement inside the box, multiple layers of bubble wrap to safeguard the CGC case, and a sturdy box marked with “Fragile” stickers. CGC 9.8. White Pages. Only 10 in 9.8 Census. ? Black Canary Takes the Spotlight. This issue marks the beginning of Black Canary’s solo feature in the weekly. Format – and she makes an entrance that collectors never forgot. Written by Peter David with cover art by legendary artist Brian Bolland, this is a key late-’80s DC book combining bold character reinvention with iconic cover presentation. ? Cover Art Breakdown (Bolland Classic). Brian Bolland delivers a sharp, tongue-in-cheek masterpiece. Black Canary stands confidently against a bold red background, smiling as she holds her former costume up in flames – a symbolic and literal rebirth moment. The fishnets, leather jacket, and effortless confidence radiate attitude. ? Weekly Format = Loaded Lineup. Packed multiple serialized stories into each issue, including. Black Canary – “Bitter Fruit” Part 1. Superman investigative feature. Deadman political body-swap chaos. Green Lantern spotlight. Secret Six intrigue. Wild Dog chapter. It’s a stacked snapshot of late-’80s DC storytelling. ? Why Collectors Chase This One. Black Canary solo feature debut. Iconic Brian Bolland cover. Strong female-led key from the 1980s. Only 10 copies in CGC 9.8 census. Sharp red cover that displays beautifully in slab. ? Collector’s Notes. Late-’80s weekly books were often heavily read due to their anthology format, making pristine CGC 9.8 White Page copies significantly tougher to secure. Between the low 9.8 census count and the instantly recognizable Bolland artwork, this is a standout piece for Black Canary fans, DC collectors, and cover art enthusiasts alike. ACTION COMICS #609. BLACK CANARY BEGINS. BOLLAND COVER. CGC 9.8.
