Interviews, News, Market Info, More
February 27, 2017
It was a big year for manga in 2016, and Manga Week can help you participate in the growth this year.
Slow Start to 2017, Big Launches in the Pipe
February 27, 2017
We caught up with VIZ Media Senior Director – Sales and Marketing Kevin Hamric, and learned about the state of the market (including the possible impact of politics), Pokemon, Dragon Ball Super, Legend of Zelda , and other key 2017 releases.
Column by Scott Thorne
February 26, 2017
This week, Thorne looks at another factor affecting consumers' decision-making.
Sales Estimates for January Based on Diamond Indexes and Publisher Title Data
February 20, 2017
These are estimates of the sales on graphic novels by Diamond U.S. to comic specialty stores during January 2017.
Stellar Performers in Solid Year
February 10, 2017
NPD Group, which tracks POS data from major retailers, revealed year-end numbers for U.S. toy sales in 2016, with strong performances for games and collectibles.
'Guardians Rising' Starter Packs, Boosters
February 6, 2017
The Pokemon Trading Card Game returns to Alola with the Sun & Moon: Guardians Rising Starter Decks and Sun & Moon: Guardians Rising Boosters.
Along With Lycanroc and Alolan Raichu in 'Sun & Moon Trainer Kit'
January 18, 2017
Pokemon USA has announced two more Pokemon TCG products: the Scizor-EX Box set and the new Sun & Moon Trainer Kit .
Major Geek Studio Loses Leader
January 18, 2017
Thomas Tull, the founder and CEO of Legendary Entertainment, is leaving the company.
Despite Increased Game, Merch Sales
January 17, 2017
Two chains trying to pivot out of the packaged media business reported holiday sales down sharply from the previous year despite increased sales in their merch categories, including tabletop games.
Sales Estimates for December Based on Diamond Indexes and Publisher Title Data
January 13, 2017
These are estimates of the sales on graphic novels by Diamond U.S. to comic specialty stores during December 2016.
