A few comics I would definitely recommend are:
Absolute Wonder Woman. It’s part of the Absolute universe, which was designed as a jumping on point for new fans, but I especially recommend it because of how true it is to the character. There’s been a lot of comics lately that really mischaracterize Diana (Injustice being perhaps the most egregious), and the Absolute comics are very true to the real core of who she is, and they’ve made me fall back in love with Wonder Woman.
Batman: The Long Halloween. It continues the story of Batman: Year One (which is also excellent), and it explores the shift in Gotham from the more traditional organized crime of Carmine Falcone and the mob to the costumed craziness of supervillains. The basic premise of the story has been adapted into many of the Batman film adaptations like Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and The Batman.
What’s So Funny About Truth, Justice & the American Way?, or as its movie adaptation is called, Superman vs The Elite. Like Absolute Wonder Woman, this is a comic that really gets across the heart of its main character, as Superman opposes the much more violent methods of a group of vigilantes. On top of being a thoughtful entry into the real-world conversation being had at the time it was published (which is still relevant) about violence in comics, it’s a perfect example of why some of Superman’s most memorable villains are the ones who can’t challenge him physically, but challenge him mentally and emotionally.
Superman: Speeding Bullets. I’ve always had a fondness for the Elseworlds comics, and this is one of my favorites. It’s fun to explore different possibilities within the DC universe, and this one takes a pretty simple idea and builds an interesting story out of it. I know some people were a little unimpressed by how this one ended, but I thought it was exactly the kind of finish a concept like this should have. It’s a simple but fun what if story idea executed well, and I especially enjoyed it.
Superman/Batman: Public Enemies. Bruce and Clark have one of my favorite friendships in all of fiction, and this comic is one of the best at showing the rapport they have. They’re different people, but they know and trust each other, and when they team up there’s nothing they can’t handle. You’ve also got Lex Luthor doing what he does best, opposing Superman with his wits rather than his strength.
DC: The New Frontier. A love letter to the Gold and Silver ages of DC comics, if you enjoyed Superman 2025 or The Incredibles, I think you’ll like this one. It leans into the sci-fi zaniness of the eras it’s referencing, while also telling an interesting and thoughtful story about people trying to do the right thing in an increasingly complicated world.
Green Arrow: Year One. I’ve suggested a lot of stuff about the Trinity, so I thought I’d end with a different character, and I’ve had a soft spot for Ollie since his appearance in the Justice League cartoon. It’s a much more grounded story than everything else I’ve mentioned, but like Batman Year One it’s about getting you familiar with the character himself so that you know exactly what kind of person he is when the bigger and weirder stuff comes around.
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