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Interview: MATHEW KLICKSTEIN ventures into the universe that is Lloyd Kaufman for new book

How to capture the man responsible for the longest running independent movie studio in the world.

Trade Rating: You can’t go home again, or the GOOBERS will get you

Goobers is a new action-packed monster comic that's currently available for pre-order from writer Cody Ziglar and artist Ryan Lee.

AI-assisted manga start-up officially launches EMAQI app

Orange Inc. has introduced its new manga app, emaqi, available as of May 28, 2025, on iOS/Android for fans in the United States and Canada.

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Kane and The Legend of May 19th

One of the more puzzling angles of the Ruthless Aggression Era probably doesn't even rank on Kane's Top 10 Worst Storylines

GRAPHIC NOVEL REVIEW: Can comics add new layers to THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE?

French Cartoonist Steve Cuzor has delivered a stunning comics adaptation of Stephen Crane's THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE.

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DOCTOR WHO divides its fanbase in ‘The Interstellar Song Contest’

The Doctor and Belinda find themselves watching Eurovision...in space! However, a violent danger is awaiting them...

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN ride update

While the world worries about the Reds' Rocket Dare, and what really killed Ken Lay, there is really only one topic keeping us up...

The Beat: now with morning coffee

Thanks for all the well wishes and kind words! It's great to have interaction back -- although when the spammers get started, let's see...

Welcome!

Welcome to The Beat's new home at Publishers Weekly! We're still figuring a few things out, like categories and the sidebar and so on....

Heroes Con ’06 Photo Parade

With a heaping helping of southern hospitality, aided by caffeine infusions at all hours, and only slightly impeded by the terror of BAGWORMS, Heroes...

Xavier found in Gaslamp

Tom Galloway writes to tell us: Was surfing around to see what the Gaslamp Quarter restaurant scene looks like this year when I happened on...

Manga and Anime News

AI-assisted manga start-up officially launches EMAQI app

Orange Inc. has introduced its new manga app, emaqi, available as of May 28, 2025, on iOS/Android for fans in the United States and Canada.

Manga Review: DETECTIVES THESE DAYS ARE CRAZY! is a manga that hits different when you’re no longer the kid

"Detectives These Days Are Crazy!" follows Keiichiro, a washed-up detective with zero tech knowledge, and Mashiro, his Gen Alpha karate-kicking assistant.

Wonderful Wednesdays: LITTLE MUSHROOM, AHAREN-SAN IS INDECIPHERABLE omnibus and more announced by Seven Seas

This week's Wonderful Wednesdays announcement is a huge win for light novel lovers, specifically danmei fans! Here's what's new & noteworthy!

THE SUMMER HIKARU DIED creator Mokumokuren to attend Anime Expo 2025

Mokumokuren, creator of "The Summer Hikaru Died," will attend Anime Expo 2025 for their North American debut.

VAMPIRE HUNTER D arrives on AMC’s streaming platforms for 40th anniversary

On Friday, May 30, 2025, the Japanese cult classic...

Los Angeles Dodgers to host official ONE PIECE night at Dodger Stadium on July 3

The Los Angeles Dodgers and Toei Animation are teaming up for ONE PIECE Night on July 3! Enjoy exclusive giveaways and more!

Business News

Author, Author: should graphic novels be shelved by author?

Would shelving graphic novels by author help sell more books? Rich Johnson explains why he thinks it would.

Aethon Books acquires majority stake in Vault Comics

Aethon Books has acquired a majority stake in indie comic publisher Vault Comics, following previous team-ups

Udon halts all shipments to Diamond

Udon is cancelling all order via Diamond, and asks retailers to order via Lunar, Simon & Schuster and....in the future, Universal.

A comics publisher on Diamond’s end and finding a new distributor

Fabrice Sapolsky, publisher of FairSquare Graphics, opens up about the difficult decisions he's had to make regarding distribution for his books

TILTING AT WINDMILLS #301: Figuring out the basics in a new world

Brian Hibbs offers practical advice for his fellow comics retailers/book orderers on where to order their comics in the post-Diamond world

Dynamite wants its $500,000 from Diamond and more bankruptcy updates

Dynamite is asking Diamond for more than $500,000 due them for merchandise sales, meanwhile, the bankruptcy proceedings drag on and on

Reviews

DOCTOR WHO divides its fanbase in ‘The Interstellar Song Contest’

The Doctor and Belinda find themselves watching Eurovision...in space! However, a violent danger is awaiting them...

Manga Review: DETECTIVES THESE DAYS ARE CRAZY! is a manga that hits different when you’re no longer the kid

"Detectives These Days Are Crazy!" follows Keiichiro, a washed-up detective with zero tech knowledge, and Mashiro, his Gen Alpha karate-kicking assistant.

Trade Rating: You can’t go home again, or the GOOBERS will get you

Goobers is a new action-packed monster comic that's currently available for pre-order from writer Cody Ziglar and artist Ryan Lee.

GRAPHIC NOVEL REVIEW: Can comics add new layers to THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE?

French Cartoonist Steve Cuzor has delivered a stunning comics adaptation of Stephen Crane's THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE.

Graphic Novel Review: Have you heard of CORNELIUS – THE MERRY LIFE OF A WRETCHED DOG?

Cornelius - The Merry Life of a Wretched Dog will introduce you to a fake comics icon as it plays games with the medium and form.

Graphic Novel Review: AMBIGUOUS BLU is a rare nuanced look at eating disorders

Ambiguous Blu offers a rare glimpse into the secret shame of somone struggling with disordered eating, and it is sure to be added to the list of essential comics about eating disorders.

Graphic Novel Review: BASKET changes the game

Basket Writer: Paco Moccand Illustrator: Marie Derambure Letterer: Steph Bulante Editors: Sara Hagstrom and Steph Bulante Publisher: Lucky Pocket Press / $25 Spring 2025 Basket is exactly what you want. The...

Graphic Novel Review: The horror of THE HARROWING GAME dwells in the details

The eerily detailed illustrations of The Harrowing Game twist gothic stories into broken reflections of cultural anxieties.

The Marvel Rundown: Kamala Khan Goes Back to The Past in Giant-Size X-Men #1

This week Kamala Khan gets inserted into Giant Sized X-Men #1. Additionally, we take a look at Daredevil: Cold Day in Hell, Ultimate Spider-Man, and Venom Original Sin.

Entertainment

Manga Review: DETECTIVES THESE DAYS ARE CRAZY! is a manga that hits different when you’re no longer the kid

"Detectives These Days Are Crazy!" follows Keiichiro, a washed-up detective with zero tech knowledge, and Mashiro, his Gen Alpha karate-kicking assistant.

Interview: MATHEW KLICKSTEIN ventures into the universe that is Lloyd Kaufman for new book

How to capture the man responsible for the longest running independent movie studio in the world.

Hasbro unveils FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS action figures

Plus Marvel Vs. Capcom 2 style Gamerverse action figures!

DOCTOR WHO divides its fanbase in ‘The Interstellar Song Contest’

The Doctor and Belinda find themselves watching Eurovision...in space! However, a violent danger is awaiting them...

Dynamite to release new THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS graphic novel

The Nightmare Before Christmas, produced by visionary Tim Burton...

Krypto gets some competition in the SUPERMAN merchandise department with Baby Joey

Move over Baby Groot and Baby Yoda!

Wrestling News and History

Turnbuckle BEATdown: Kane and The Legend of May 19th

One of the more puzzling angles of the Ruthless Aggression Era probably doesn't even rank on Kane's Top 10 Worst Storylines

Turnbuckle BEATdown: WWE’s Post-WrestleMania picture takes shape with a decent but uneven Backlash PLE

A couple of gems alongside the slightly underwhelming revival of a classic rivalry

Turnbuckle BEATdown: WrestleMania Sunday a livelier affair as John Cena makes history

Historic main event tops a much improved second night card

Turnbuckle BEATdown: WrestleMania Saturday delivered a mixed baguette with a couple of gems

The main event was certainly one for the ages.