Column by Rob Salkowitz
June 23, 2020
In a branded fan event, the host controls everything: the program, the vendors, the signage, the data, and every jot and tittle of the fan experience.
Column by Steve Bennett
June 10, 2020
Steve Bennett looks at the state of the comics business, some DC comics that are a great fit for new readers, and comics with coronavirus connections.
Column by Rob Salkowitz
June 8, 2020
While I find the case that the DC-Diamond situation has made matters worse convincing, there are some who believe it might be a good thing in the long run – assuming there is a long run.
Column by Rob Salkowitz
May 19, 2020
In this column, Rob Salkowitz interviews key players and surveys the convention business in the COVID-19 era.
Column by Rob Salkowitz
April 27, 2020
In this column, Rob Salkowitz looks at how young readers are different, and what that means for the future of the comic store.
Convention Turmoil Continues
March 26, 2020
The turmoil in the convention business continues, as the country’s largest library show is canceled; more.
Column by Rob Salkowitz
March 24, 2020
Patron companies count some of the largest fan and comic con organizers in the industry as customers, including ReedPOP, Otakon, Anime Expo, and Leftfield Media, among others.
April Event Now On List of Major Cancellations
March 11, 2020
Diamond Comic Distributors has canceled its planned 2020 Retailer Summit in Orlando.
Column by Rob Salkowitz
March 10, 2020
Rob Salkowitz looks at the story behind the cancellation of a major comic convention and the implications for the event business.
Column by Rob Salkowitz
February 24, 2020
Rob Salkowitz talks about Dan Didio's sudden departure from DC Comics and the possible ramifications it might have for the future.
