Strong Sales Across a Variety of Properties
March 8, 2021
For the second month in a row, we're seeing growth in sales of the Top 20 adult graphic novels in the book channel.
The Market for Manga, the Manga Supply Chain, the Hot Titles
March 3, 2021
We caught up with VIZ Media VP Kevin Hamric for Manga Week to talk about what’s happening in the manga market, the manga supply chain, and the hot titles.
Plus: New Animal Crossing, Pokemon Titles
March 3, 2021
VIZ Media will publish Star Wars: The High Republic: Edge of Balance, a new Junji Ito collection, a new Animal Crossing volume, new Pokemon titles, and more.
Highest Sales Per Volume
March 2, 2021
We took a look at manga sales across channels to develop guidance for retailers on the manga franchises with the best bang per title slot in the store.
ICv2 Stars: 4 (out of 5)
March 2, 2021
Here's a review of My Hero Academia Team-Up Missions' Vol. 1 TP, published by VIZ Media.
Market Reports, Tips, News, Interviews!
March 1, 2021
During Manga Week, ICv2 will feature special manga content, including market reports, tips, news, and interviews.
Junji Ito Hits #2
March 1, 2021
Works by Junji Ito made up the #2 manga franchise across channels in the U.S. for the Fall 2020 season.
More Room for Variety in Top 20s
February 9, 2021
There's more variety than usual on the top 20 Author, Manga, and Superhero graphic novels in the book channel.
Sales Are Up, Down, and All Over the Place
February 9, 2021
The sales figures for the three categories look very different for the top 20 Author, Manga, and Superhero graphic novels in the book channel.
Starting the New Year with a Manga Moment
February 5, 2021
There's usually a lot of manga on the chart, but in January 2021, there was only one title that originated in North America.