www.publishersweekly.com: At ComicsPRO 2026, the comics industry proves its resilience. Despite the chaos from Diamond Comic Distributors’ bankruptcy, comic shop sales reached record highs last year. This surge, driven by an influx of new readers, prompted book publishers to explore…
aiptcomics.com: Oni Press levels up with major Penguin Random House deal ahead of big 2026 launches. Penguin Random House Publisher Services has secured a multi-year global agreement to manage sales and distribution for Oni Press, starting August 1, 2026. This…
www.publishersweekly.com: A New Player Emerges on the International Graphic Novel Market. French publisher Morgen has made headlines with a global book deal for a graphic novel series by creators Ram V, Anand Radhakrishnan, and Evan Cagle. Image Comics secured the…
screenrant.com: The Penguin season 2 remains unannounced. Over a year after its acclaimed debut, the spin-off series from Matt Reeves’ The Batman has yet to confirm a follow-up. It centers on Oz Cobblepot, the Penguin, as he vies for control…
www.publishersweekly.com: IPG Guns for Graphic Novel Publishers Post–Diamond Collapse. With Diamond Comic Distributors facing Chapter 7 bankruptcy, Independent Publishers Group (IPG) is positioning itself as a key distributor for independent graphic novel publishers. IPG aims to fill the void left…
www.publishersweekly.com: Puerto Ricans in the World of Comics: PW Talks with the Curators of ‘¡Wepa!’ highlights a new bilingual exhibition at the New York Public Library, co-curated by Paloma Celis Carbajal and Charles Cuykendall Carter. This exhibition showcases the diverse…
www.comicsbeat.com: KPOP DEMON HUNTERS books from Penguin Random House start to hit shelves on December 30, launching a new publishing program dedicated to the popular genre. The initiative aims to blend K-pop culture with thrilling narratives about demon hunters, appealing…
bleedingcool.com: Penguin Random House on Marvel/IDW/Dark Horse/Boom West Coast delays highlights significant shipping disruptions affecting comic book stores. These delays stem from logistical challenges, impacting the timely delivery of titles from major publishers. Retailers face difficulties in maintaining inventory and…
nerdist.com: Colin Farrell on The Penguin Leading Into The Batman – Part II reveals that HBO’s The Penguin has become a fan favorite, despite being intended as a one-off. While there’s no official word on a second season, Farrell hints…
www.publishersweekly.com: Good vibes at New York Comic Con allowed retailers and publishers to overcome various challenges in the comics industry, including tariffs and distribution uncertainties. During the event, held from October 8–12, attendees experienced a surprisingly positive atmosphere, fostering connections…
www.publishersweekly.com: Oni Press Teams with Matt Kindt’s Flux House to bring his signature imprint from Dark Horse, launching three new series in summer 2026. Additionally, Oni has secured film and TV rights for over 20 Flux House properties, expanding its…
www.publishersweekly.com: A Transformed Oni Press Rebrands with a new logo designed by Eisner nominee Patrick Crotty. This redesign symbolizes the significant changes the comics and graphic novel publisher has undergone since new leadership took over in 2022. According to Oni…
variety.com: Colin Farrell embraces broken characters in “Ballad of a Small Player” and “The Penguin,” allowing him to explore emotional and physical challenges. At the Zurich Film Festival, he highlighted how performing under heavy makeup enhances his connection to these…
heroichollywood.com: The Penguin: Colin Farrell shares his thoughts on his reduced role as Oz Cobb in the upcoming sequel to The Batman. As filming approaches, fans are learning more about character involvement and their significance in the script. Farrell hints…
bleedingcool.com: Penguin Books announces two YA graphic novels for Halloween. The first, Witches of Brooklyn: Curse and Reverse, follows a young witch navigating magical challenges, while Cry Out Loud explores themes of friendship and self-discovery through a captivating narrative. Both…
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