Column by Rob Salkowitz
October 9, 2023
This week, columnist Rob Salkowitz shares thoughts on the future of the Direct Market.
After Four Years
October 9, 2023
Wizards of the Coast will end its partnership with Judge Academy on October 13, 2023, after four years.
For Direct Market Summit at New York Comic Con
October 9, 2023
Live selling platform Whatnot is Co-Sponsoring the ICv2 Insider Talks: Direct Market Summit, the companies announced.
On Fanzines, Early Fandom, and the Beginning of the Direct Market
October 6, 2023
In the first part of this interview, Levitz talks about fanzines, fandom, and buying comics in the early 1970s.
The 1980s: Shifting Toward the Direct Market and the Rise of Vertigo
October 6, 2023
Levitz discusses how DC Comics retooled its content and practices for the Direct Market, as well as the rise of the Vertigo imprint.
On the Rise of Image, Changes in Distribution, and the Future of Comics Retail
October 6, 2023
Levitz talks about the founding of Image Comics, shifts in distribution, and the evolution of the comic shop.
With a Thought Leader Panel
October 6, 2023
The final session at the ICv2 Insider Talks: Direct Market Summit, and Comic Industry Social Hour at New York Comic Con, will bring together a panel of industry thought leaders to mark the 50th anniversary of the Direct Market with a look ahead to its future.
The Oldest and Largest Dedicated Tabletop Game Shop in Nevada
October 5, 2023
"Explore the Store" is ICv2's feature series of articles that showcase the layout, inventory, and decor of local gaming and comic book stores across the United States. ICv2 recently visited Little Shop of Magic at 7265 Arroyo Crossing Pkwy #115, Las Vegas, NV 89113.
After Giving Away 137,000 Free Copies of 'Unnatural Order' to Retailers in September
October 5, 2023
Vault Comics gave away 137,000 copies of Unnatural Order to retailers in September.
From Capital City Distribution
October 4, 2023
ICv2 CEO Milton Griepp has made a significant donation of Capital City Distribution publications and papers to the comics collections at Columbia University's Rare Book & Manuscript Library.
