State of the Market
November 6, 2008
In Part One of this three-part interview, Buckley talks about the current state of the comics and graphic novel market, including the possible impacts of the economic turmoil; the impact of increasing bookstore sales on Marvel’s publishing strategy, especially on comics for kids.
Only Two Titles Made Both Lists
November 6, 2008
As 2008 nears its end the inevitable “Ten Best” lists begin to appear.
3 Versions Available
November 6, 2008
Marvel Entertainment has announced that its next direct-to-DVD release, Hulk Vs ., will be released on January 27th.
Column by Steve Bennett
November 6, 2008
This week, Steve Bennett talks about robocalls, comics in tough economic times, Tinker B ell comics, and comics that need advisories.
'Watchmen' Remains on Top
November 5, 2008
Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons’ Watchmen topped BookScan’s list of the Top 20 graphic novels.
Graphic Novel from Paul Pope
November 5, 2008
Paramount Pictures has acquired the screen rights to Paul Pope’s upcoming graphic novel, Battling Boy.
Says Payback Begins in 2011
November 4, 2008
In the conference call today, Marvel revealed the scale of its digital investments, and when it expects to start seeing positive contributions to earnings from them.
Economy May Delay Price Increases
November 4, 2008
Marvel released its Q3 financials, reporting a decline in publishing revenues.
Two More 'Iron Man' Films & 'The Avengers'
October 28, 2008
The Hollywood trades are reporting that Robert Downey, Jr. has signed a four-picture deal with Marvel Studios.
'Iron Man' Still #2
October 28, 2008
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull was the top selling DVD for the week ending October 19th.
