Diamond and DC Comics
May 21, 2020
We talk about the surprising impact on Diamond's relationship with DC Comics, its second largest supplier.
Handling Product in the Pipeline, Diamonds New Competitive Landscape
May 21, 2020
We talk about how GFE companies will handle the product caught in the pipeline between order and shipment during the shutdown, and Diamond's new competitive landscape.
Handling Rolling Shutdowns Going Forward, Plans for Free Comic Book Day
May 21, 2020
We talk about what will happen if there's rolling chaos, with regional shutdowns and openings across the country, and plans for Free Comic Book Day.
GFE's Restructuring and Rebranding, Future Plans for the Companies and Ownership
May 21, 2020
We talk about the reorganization of Steve Geppi's companies into Geppi Family Enterprises, his plans for the future of his companies, and for his ownership of them.
Rescheduling Books from April, May, June, and July
May 20, 2020
The schedule Marvel Comics just released for the last three weeks of July mixes titles originally scheduled to release in four different months in those three weeks.
Column by Rob Salkowitz
May 19, 2020
In this column, Rob Salkowitz interviews key players and surveys the convention business in the COVID-19 era.
'Trans-Siberian Railroad' and 'Blue Skies'
May 19, 2020
Rio Grande Games announced two new board games, Trans-Siberian Railroad and Blue Skies, slated to release into trade.
Until Next Year
May 18, 2020
Essen Game Fair has been canceled, the organizers announced on Twitter. The show was scheduled for October 22-25.
Buys Gelatin Shot Maker
May 18, 2020
The company plans to manufacture "the Keurig of Jello Shots" and sell them.
Retail News Round-Up
May 15, 2020
We round up the news on retailing overall, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble.
