More on the end of Archie Comics Digests
After 50 years, Archie Comics Digests as we knew them will be no more, and newsstands will never be the same
WEBTOON and Disney pact for both reformatted and original scrolling comics
WEBTOON and Disney have entered into a strategic partnership to bring Disney, Star Wars, Marvel and 20th Century Fox characters to the mobile app
2025 Harvey Awards nominations announced
The nominations for the 2025 Harvey Awards have just been announced, with a wide variety of comics from around the world recognized
Billboard Japan to launch new book chart
Billboard Japan will launch its first comprehensive book chart this fall, tracking print, digital, subscriptions, and library data.
Archie Comics classic digest format gets a shake-up
Archie Comics is tinkering with its traditional and long running digest format - with a larger size and more seasonal themes.
Nominees Announced for Sophie Castille Awards for Comics in Translation – English
The Sophie Castille Awards for Comics in Translation highlight the important work of translators all over the world!
Unbound successor Boundless hits the wall
After less than five months Boundless Publishing – the successor to crowdfunding publisher Unbound – has collapsed
SDCC ’25: I got to wear my Eisner dress again!
The Beat herself wraps up San Diego Comic-Con 2025 with an epic post about Hall H, the Eisners and the evolution of the show itself
Robert Gorin had $141,109 in billable hours in June and more Diamond Bankruptcy updates
Catching up on some Diamond Bankruptcy news and investigating the question at the heart of the greatest mystery
SDCC ’25: Eisner Awards admin Jackie Estrada announces retirement after 35 years
Longtime Eisner Awards administrator Jackie Estrada has announced her retirement from the position, making this year's ceremony her last.
SDCC ’25: Announcing the 2025 Eisner Award winners
The 2025 Eisner Awards were presented at San Diego Comic-Con, with a diverse pool of creators seeing their work recognized by their peers.
SDCC ’25: Image honors Australia’s Comics Etc. with Image Select Retailer Award
Image Comics announced the summer 2025 winner of its Image Select Retailer Award, Comics Etc., at San Diego Comic-Con.
























