Recs if you like Absolute Batman 1: The Zoo...

This is for people new to comics that really want to start reading them but have no idea where to start.

Some notes: Reading list is in order in the comments. Only includes the first volume of each on this list. Not comprehensive, any notes or suggestions plz put in the comments :D

No matter if you start with an issue or a volume, these are some of my favorite stories and voices leading the way in the comic book industry today.