As ComiXology fades, the industry reacts – and wonders what’s next
With Comixology seeming to fade into Amazon, comics folks mourned the loss of colleagues...and wondered where digital comics will go.
Skybound announces public investment opportunity on Republic
Skybound Entertainment is offering the public a chance to invest, and looks to raise $50-75 million for ongoing projects.
Randall Park’s Shortcomings film debuts this weekend at Sundance
Shortcomings, based on Adrian Tomine's celebrated graphic novel, and directed by MCU vet Randall Park, debuts this weekend at Sundance.
Inside the Comixology bloodbath
Insiders confirm that layoffs at Comixology are more than 75% of the employees, and all of the job have been eliminated long term.
Tilting at Windmills #293: What’s Wrong with the Periodical???
Retailers Brian Hibbs lays out the current problems with the periodical comics market, including variant covers and over-saturation.
Adult Graphic Novel sales rose 4.6% in 2022
As overall book sales fell, graphic novel sales remained strong, with 35 million units sold, PW reports.
From 50-75% of Comixology staff let go in Amazon layoffs
Former Comixology employee paints grim picture of the company in wake of massive layoffs at Amazon
UK graphic novels have bumper 2022 as Oseman, Miura and Smart take the lead
Oseman, Miura, and Smart stand tall in a successful year for British book retail
Report: Webtoon creators four times as likely to be depressed
A Korean survey of webtoon creators shows alarming rates of physical and mental health issues.
Report: Ike Perlmutter attempted a shadow Disney board coup over the summer…and it’s not...
New filings reveal former Marvel chairman Ike Perlmutter trying to get a pal appointed to Disney's board - and the battle isn't over.
Matthew Medney steps down at Heavy Metal amid creator accusations
CEO Matthew Medney, who took over the company in 2019, has stepped down as head of Heavy Metal, with Marshall Lees taking over.
Silver Sprocket opens e-comic PDF emporium
The Silver Sprocket print catalog is now available for digital download. The verdict: Broader access to the weirdness that is @ssbcpunk is a win for everybody.
