In March, and Q1
April 20, 2005
Graphic novel growth outpaced that of comic periodicals again in March,...
DC Countdown to Infinite Crisis almost 200,000
April 20, 2005
Nine of the top 25 comics were new Marvel titles in March, helping the company achieve a highly dominant 23 of the top 25 books.
Too Many
March 24, 2005
William James Cuffe of All The Fun Stuff in Katy, Texas sent us his thoughts on the proliferation of mini-series and one-shots, especially from Marvel.
No Marvels Listed at That Price in April
March 20, 2005
Diamond has posted the April Previews Order Form on its Website and retailers have noticed that there are no Marvel comics listed at $2.25.
'More Content for Less Dollars'
March 13, 2005
Joe Krolik of C om ics America in Winnipeg, Manitoba saw the news that Marvel c om ics will be sold in 7-11 stores and the c om ment on the plan fr om Jim Brocius of Cosmic C om ics, and sent us his thoughts on content for the c-store channel.
Could the Direct Market Do It?
March 7, 2005
Dean Phillips of Krypton Comics in Omaha, Nebraska saw the news that Marvel is putting comics in more outlets and giving away comics in schools and wants to know how an independent comic retailer could take part.
'Stand-alone Stories the Key to Success'
March 7, 2005
Jim Brocius of Cosmic Comics in Las Vegas, Nevada saw the news that Marvel comics will now be available in 6,000 7-11 stores, and is concerned about whether the content will fit the channel
'I Applaud Marvel's Efforts'
March 6, 2005
Steve Bates of Bookery Fantasy in Fairborn, Ohio saw the news that Marvel comics will soon be available in 7-11 stores and offers his thoughts on the increased availability of Marvels.
In January
February 23, 2005
The top 13 best-selling comics were all Marvels in January, with the top title from any other publisher selling less than 70,000 copies.
Column by Steven Bates
January 18, 2005
This week, Bates looks at the top comics from 2005 and finds the common element.
