'Money simply isn't available to order extra copies.'
October 20, 2017
In this Talk Back, Rembert N. Parker of Reader Copies responds to Jim McLauchlin's journey for a single comic through the direct distribution system.
For Comic, Book Retailers
October 19, 2017
After a bookseller lawsuit supported by the CBLDF, the California law regulating sale of autographed memorabilia has been successfully amended.
Who Is Buying What, and Where?
October 19, 2017
NPD's Kristen McLean: "I actually am seeing a whole demographic coming up behind the consumers that we have been doing business with for the last couple of decades."
Column by Jim McLauchlin
October 18, 2017
Columnist Jim McLauchlin tracks his desire for a single comic through the direct distribution system to find why it wasn’t in the store when he wanted it, and what can be done about it.
'I Still Enjoy Doing This Stuff. So for Me, It's Not Work.'
October 16, 2017
In Business 3x3, a business retailer or executive will share their experience with three things they’ve done right, three things they’ve done wrong, and what else they’ve learned along the way.
With Blue Chip Bankers on Board
October 16, 2017
Licensed merch powerhouse Funko has filed a registration statement for a proposed initial public offering of Class A common stock.
For Criminal Sexual Abuse Against a Minor
October 12, 2017
The owner of Snap Keep Games in McHenry, Illinois has been indicted for criminal sexual abuse.
Trust Us, It's Good!
October 12, 2017
In select instances, the direct market window of opportunity is blowing up.
On 'Saving the Local Game Store'
October 11, 2017
Last week, Tom Vasel, of The Dice Tower, expressed opinions regarding brick and mortar retail stores that led the Game Manufacturers Association to release a statement condemning his statements.
Column by Rob Salkowitz
October 10, 2017
Neil Gaiman, Dave Sim and Carmine Infantino are bit players while Phil Seuling, Chuck Rozanski and ICv2's own Milton Griepp are the protagonists.
