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DC unveils JOSÉ LUIS GARCÍA-LÓPEZ’S DC CLASSICS ARTIST’S EDITION

The oversized hardcover will present the Maestro's iconic DC artwork at its original 12" x 17" size.

Top Comics to Buy for June 17, 2026: Peak high-profile releases, starting with new CONCRETE

This is a packed Top Comics to Buy for June 17, and it features Absolute Batman, new Concrete, Dead Teenagers, and more!

DC announces Spring ’27 lines for kids including COMPACT COMICS FOR KIDS

DC has announced its books for young readers for Spring 27 including a new line of compact comics for kids

Deadpool and Punisher go to war in BIG GUNS crossover

The four-part crossover, by Benjamin Percy, Geoff Shaw, and José Luis Soares, will begin in October's Wade Wilson: Deadpool #8.

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ANGOULÊME: Mayor Bonnefont survives reelection campaign, candidates in line for the “New Festival” revealed, and more

Angoulême's mayor Xavier Bonnefont narrowly won a third term in office at the municipal elections over the weekend.

Oni Press June 2026 Solicitations

See what's to come from the publisher this summer.

Mordecai and Rigby return for new adventures in REGULAR SHOW: THE LOST TAPES

The beloved animated series returns this May on Cartoon Network!

Exclusive: Fanbase Press announces Kickstarter for Graphic Medicine series SHRUB

Fanbase Press has announced the Kickstarter for a middle grade Graphic Medicine series, Shrub, which explores various expressions of grief.

Classic Comic Compendium: Bors’ and Harper’s take on THE TOXIC AVENGER is a perfect fit

A recent take on Toxic Avenger features an offbeat humor and scathing social commentary that fits the character perfectly.

Exclusive: Bouchard & Criswell chomp ICE in BUSINESS AS USUAL

Mark Bouchard and Shelby Criswell's Business As Usual has launched on Kickstarter. Here's a sneak peek and interview with the team.

Manga and Anime News

RANMA ½ – “Tools for Living”: On fakers, shonen, and what it means to be both a boy and girl

For Pride 2026, an examination and analysis of gender in Rumiko Takahashi's seminal shonen manga series Ranma 1/2.

The first-ever U.S. Official Studio Ghibli Store is opening for a limited time

Donguri Republic is opening a Studio Ghibli Store pop-up in Torrance, California—the first time one has ever been on U.S. soil.

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: FALSE PARADISE’s secret life of pets

This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers FALSE PARADISE, TSUMIKI OGAMI'S NOT-SO-ORDINARY LIFE and THE STRANGER IN THE HOARDING HOUSE.

THE APOTHECARY DIARIES PALACE CHRONICLES browser game is live

The Apothecary Diaries Palace Chronicles browser game allows players to solve mysteries and upgrade facilities with the help of allies.

Yen Press announces 15 licenses for December

Yen Press has announced eight new manga series, six new light novels, and a Bungo Stray Dogs Case Files: BSD 01 - 10 Box Set for December.

Manga Review: MY LOVER IS JUST TOO INNOCENT TO HANDLE is too cute to handle

Hirota's My Lover Is Just Too Innocent to Handle from Yen Press hits a sweet spot, exploring two young boys navigating a new relationship!

Business News

Layoffs begin at Dark Horse, but union means it’s complicated

Dark Horse management has announced the layoffs of nine employees, but the Dark Horse Workers Union is fighting back

Sales Charts: Absolute Batman #20 and DC Comics lead May in Prana DMS charts

Absolute Batman #20 and DC Comics led direct market comics sales in May according to sales charts provided by Prana Direct Market Solutions

A little bit more about Skybound and the ROM #1 blind bag surprise

Skybound's blind bag surprise issues program is a partnership with retailers, who seem to think it's a positive thus far

Archie Comics is having a lot of legal woes

Archie Comics co-owner Jonathan Goldwater is embroiled in a contentious legal battle with a finance company that could mean changes at the publisher

Paizo lays off 12, trims offerings in aftermath of Diamond bankruptcy

Paizo, publishers of the popular TTRPGs Pathfinder and Starfinder, is laying off 12 workers and making other changes after losing $2 million in the Diamond bankruptcy

Dark Horse Comics workers are unionizing

Dark Horse workers are unionizing as Dark Horse Workers United (DHWU) to advocate for better job security and an improved work environment.

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Entertainment

HELLMOUTH CON ’26: Devotees of BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER celebrate amidst a fandom in transition

Comics Beat's Avery and Ollie Kaplan report on Hellmouth Con 2026, the tenth annual Buffy the Vampire Slayer convention.

VAMPIRE SURVIVORS getting a comics series

David Hazan and Jimmy Kucaj will adapt the hit video game into a four-issue series, debuting from Titan Comics this September.

Auliʻi Cravalho to voice Jessica Cruz in MY ADVENTURES WITH GREEN LANTERN

The character will debut in My Adventures with Superman episode this weekend on June 20 at midnight ET/PT.

THE APOTHECARY DIARIES PALACE CHRONICLES browser game is live

The Apothecary Diaries Palace Chronicles browser game allows players to solve mysteries and upgrade facilities with the help of allies.

Yen Press announces 15 licenses for December

Yen Press has announced eight new manga series, six new light novels, and a Bungo Stray Dogs Case Files: BSD 01 - 10 Box Set for December.

Wrestling News and History

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Thank God For The New Day

Don't you dare be sour -- clap for ya bois that know their worth and FEEEEEL THA POWWAAAA!!

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Wrestlemania? More like Admania

Did Hulk Hogan get more screentime than most matches?

Turnbuckle BEATDown: John Cena’s Career is Compromised to a Permanent End

Hdddrrrrrrrrraaaaapadooooo (hoot toot do toooooo)

Turnbuckle BEATdown: AEW did the right thing with Kris Statlander

The future remains bright for Statlander.

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Remembering the Reigns of Terror, Pt. 2 – Jeff Jarrett

Lo, I looked to the horizon and saw him brandishing the NWA Championship and behind him, four horsemen who brought the apocalypse: "My World," ref bump, low blow, and guitar shot