Can you recommend Bill Finger's best Batman stories?

One of the best is 'The Case of the Chemical Syndicate'. It was one of the first Batman stories and really set the tone for the character. Bill Finger's writing introduced Batman as a dark and mysterious figure, using his detective skills to solve crimes in Gotham.

Another great one is 'The Joker's Five - Way Revenge'. Finger's writing in this story made the Joker an even more menacing and unpredictable villain. His description of the Joker's actions and Batman's attempts to stop him created a tense and exciting narrative. The way he built up the relationship between Batman and the Joker was masterful.

For newcomers, 'The Case of the Chemical Syndicate' is a great start. It's short and simple yet shows the essence of Batman. You get to see his determination to fight crime right from the start.

The story 'Grandpa's Barn' is also a wonderful Bill Harley story. In this story, a child explores an old barn that their grandpa owns. Bill Harley has a way of making the simple things in a barn, like the old tools and the hayloft, seem really interesting and full of mystery. There are so many details about the barn that you can almost smell the hay and feel the rough wood of the tools.

Definitely. 'Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on Serious Earth' is amazing. It's a psychological exploration. 'Zero Year' is really cool as it updates Batman's origin. Also, 'Gotham by Gaslight' is a very interesting alternate - universe take on Batman.

Sure. The story arc where Beta Ray Bill first gets his hammer, Stormbreaker, is amazing. It was a big deal as it was like a parallel to Thor's relationship with Mjolnir. Bill had to face many challenges to earn it, and it was a great display of his determination.

Another is 'Batman: Eternal'. The Riddler is part of a larger plot where his riddles are key to understanding the overall mystery. He interacts with other characters in interesting ways, and his riddles add an extra layer of intrigue to the story. His intelligence is on full display as he tries to outwit Batman at every turn.

Sure. There's a story where the Penguin runs for mayor of Gotham. He uses his charm and devious schemes to gain popularity, but Batman sees through his act. It's a great story as it shows the Penguin's ambition and Batman's determination to protect Gotham from such a corrupt figure.

I would also mention 'Court of Owls'. Batman discovers a secret society in Gotham, the Court of Owls. He has to use all his detective skills to uncover their plans and stop them from causing chaos in the city. It's a modern and thrilling Batman detective story.

How about 'Zero Year'? It's a story that goes back to Batman's origin in a different way. There's a mystery surrounding a new threat to Gotham that only Batman can solve. It shows his growth as a detective and a hero, and has some amazing art to go along with the story.