Gigantic Graphic Novels has signed an exclusive deal with Publishers Group West (PGW) for distribution to bookstores, libraries, and specialty markets.  Diamond Comic Distributors, FM International, and Coldcut will continue to distribute Gigantic's releases in the direct market.

Founded by writer Rick Spears, Gigantic Graphic Novels will be releasing its first book, a collected trade paperback edition of the Teenagers From Mars comic by Spears and artist Rick G., to the direct market in February and to the book market in March through Publishers Group West.  The 272-page Teenagers From Mars volume features a full color cover and black-and-white interiors and will have a cover price of $19.95.