An ICv2 Release.  ICv2 is pleased to announced that it has launched its annual Manga Week event, sponsored this year by VIZ Media, Dark Horse Comics, and Yen Press.  During Manga Week, ICv2 will feature special manga content, including market reports, tips, news, and interviews.

"With streaming anime continuing to drive store traffic and sales, manga is a category with the potential to bring in new customers on a regular basis," ICv2 Publisher Milton Griepp said in a statement accompanying the announcement.  "Manga properties are now in the mainstream of American pop culture, with all of the opportunities that implies.  We're proud to continue our tradition of devoting a week to in-depth coverage of manga, and we want to thank our sponsors, VIZ Media, Dark Horse, and Yen Press."

Watch ICv2 every day during Manga Week for more on what's happening in the largest segment of the graphic novel market.

Here's the full linked list of Manga Week articles:

News and Features
Manga Week: 'Sakamoto Days,' 'Yaiba: Samurai Legend,' 'Honey Lemon Soda'
Manga Week: The Boom in Deluxe Editions

Sales Charts
Top 20 Manga Graphic Novels – Full Year 2024 (Units & Dollars)

Sponsored Content
JoJo Comes to America! (VIZ Media)