Tag: digital comics

IDW Moves from iVerse to comiXology, Goes Same Day Digital

IDW Publishing announces the expansion of its partnership with comiXology and same-day digital across their entire library of titles.

Pipeline - 12/13/2011

Augie has an idea that would keep comic prices down, promote regular creative teams and save publishing companies money. Also, a look back at Rob Liefeld's first issues of "New Mutants."

EXCLUSIVE: DC Unveils Top Ten Digital Sellers

John Rood explains what DC Comics' digital sales rankings mean for readers, retailers and the company's plans, sharing exclusively with CBR the top ten digital sales chart and Jim Lee's "Justice League" #7 cover.

Digital Comic Resources: Dark Horse Walks Back

Last week, Dark Horse clarified its digital comics pricing, Brians Woods and Hibbs respond very differently to the news and the "Pocket Gods" comic tops 500K in paid downloads.

Comics A.M. - More on Digital Pricing; Comics' Colbert Bump

Retailer Brian Hibbs talks digital pricing! Stephen Colbert plugs "Mush! Sled Dogs with Issues"! Sam Humphries on "Sacrifice"! Joe Palooka, Mixed Martial Arts star? Plus much more!

Dark Horse Clarifies Day-and-Date Digital Pricing

Dark Horse Comics, who recently announced day-and-date digital availability for its entire line of titles starting December 14, has clarified details on its pricing strategy. CBR has details.

Digital Comic Resources - Mark Millar & "Pocket God"

Mark Millar warns that same-day digital releases could hurt the comics market, Pocket God soars in digital but sags in print and Dark Horse jumps on the simultaneous-release bandwagon.

PRESS RELEASE: Marvel Digital Comics Upgrades to 3.0

PRESS RELEASE: Dark Horse Goes Same-Day Print and Digital December 14

iVerse Expands Digital Comics in All Directions

iVerse CEO Michael Murphey spoke with CBR about plans to expand digital comic readership beyond traditional comics fans, Archie's upcoming weekly digital-only series, "Pocket Gods'" ongoing success and more.

Millar Draws A Line On Digital Distribution

With the release of his latest "Kick-Ass" issue today, Mark Millar is taking a stance against day and date digital comics, and he tells CBR why print first is better for comics and retailers and how the series brings back Hit-Girl.

Tilting at Windmills - 11/17/2011

Brian Hibbs examines Month 3 of DC Comics' New 52 titles, day-and-date digital release snafus and Marvel's decision to add "free" digital copies to its "Ultimate Comics" lineup.

Comics A.M. - "Death of Phoenix" Page Fetches $65K at Auction

Original page from "Uncanny X-Men" #137 sells for $65,000! A call for publishers to release digital sales figures! The definitive obituary for Bil Keane. Interviews with Max Allan Cullins and Scott Tuft! Plus more!

Pipeline - 11/15/2011

Augie offers up a couple of business ideas to Diamond Distributors to keep up with the times. Plus, Norm Breyfogle returns to Batman, and a word of consolation for Frank Miller fans.

Digital Comic Resources - Ultimate Marvel, "Immortals" & More

Marvel announces free download codes in its print Ultimate Universe comics, Archaia launches an "Immortals" app and more in this week's roundup of digital comics news.

Marvel Dives Deeper Into Digital Distribution

As the publisher immerses itself deeper into the world of digital publishing, CBR spoke with Marvel's digital braintrust, getting exclusive word of a program designed to drive readers into brick and mortar stores.

PRESS RELEASE: ComiXology Ships on Kindle Fire

Pipeline - 11/8/2011

Augie wants to see the 99 cent digital comic grain a greater foothold. This week, he offers three ideas to help push that along, including new websites, apps and subscriptions.

Marvel Graphic Novels Invade B&N's Nook Tablet

Marvel Comics has announced that the new Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet will launch with access to a high-resolution library of Marvel comics and graphic novels.

Axel-In-Charge - 11/4/2011

Marvel Comics Editor-in-Chief Axel Alonso is back to cover the publisher's big news of the week including their move to same day digital sales, the revamp of the X-Men's line and the new "Winter Soldier" series.

Marvel Goes Day And Date Digital

In a long-awaited move, Marvel Comics will be bringing its line of superhero comics to digital devices the same day as they're available in print with the exception of licensed and mature readers titles.

Comics A.M. - ComiXology Top iPad App for Past Six Wednesdays

Comics by comiXology is top-grossing iPad app for past six Wednesdays! Naming auction for "Secret Service" villain raises $5,100! Jason talks "Tintin"! Kobo Vox for digital comics? Plus more!

Comics A.M. - Ex-Marvel Staffer Calls Layoff Protests Misguided

Laid-off production artist explains why fans shouldn't boycott Marvel over cuts! Jim Shooter reveals more from Marvel's failed plans to license DC characters! Viper launches direct-to-digital comics! Plus more!

CBR TV @ NYCC: Joe Quesada on Digital Comics, DC Comics' New 52 First Wave & More

Marvel Entertainment COO Joe Quesada speaks with CBR TV about a possible return to comics in 2012, his thoughts on the first month of DC Comics' New 52, his first digital comic from 1998 and more.

PRESS RELEASE: Marvel Launches Android App

Marvel Releases Android App

Marvel Comics has announced the debut of a dedicated app on the Android platform, developed and released through digital distributor comiXology.

Comics A.M. - "Persepolis" Airing Sparks Protests in Tunisia

"Persepolis" protests lead to arrests in Tunisia! Warren Ellis on digital comics! More on direct-market sales in September! Interviews with Daniel Clowes, Dan DiDio and Dave Roman! Plus more!

Red Circle Returns To Archie As Digital "New Crusaders"

Just in time for NYCC, Archie Comics has announced plans for their "Red Circle" superheroes to return as a digital-only comics subscription service featuring a "New Crusaders" serial and full access to their archives.

Barnes & Noble Pulls 100 DC Graphic Novels

In a response to DC's exclusive partnering with Amazon's Kindle Fire for titles like "Watchmen" and "The Sandman," Barnes & Noble has pulled the physical books from their store shelves as a protest. Updated with comment from DC.

Comics A.M. - Digital Comics Milestone; Kickstarter's Patent Battle

About 40% of this week's print releases were also available digitally! Kickstarter suing to block crowd-funding patent! Miguel Sepulveda goes DC-exclusive! Plus much more!

5 Questions About Comics & the Kindle Fire

With Amazon's entry into the world of tablet computing involving an exclusive contract with DC Comics, CBR Senior Editor Steve Gerding has some questions about what to expect when the Kindle Fire hits consumer hands in November.

"Watchmen," Other DC Graphic Novels Announced as Kindle Fire Digital Exclusives

DC Comics has announced that digital versions of the publisher's graphic novels, including "Watchmen," "Superman: Earth One" and more, will be released exclusively for Amazon's Kindle Fire.

Archie Plans Its Digital Future

With a long-standing day-and-date policy, a wide range of platforms and digital-only exclusives, Archie Comics is on top of the digital comics game as CEO Jon Goldwater waits for the full promise to pay off.

PRESS RELEASE: IDW Library Debuts in Apple's iBooks Store

Comics A.M. - Kids Comic Store Opens; Questioning DC's Digital Sales Claims

Toronto's The Beguiling opens kids comics store! A call for DC to release digital sales figures! More on DC's New 52! What makes a good first issue! Matt Fraction talks "Casanova"! Plus much more!

Comics A.M. - Retailers on Print vs. Digital; Yang on Comics, Christianity

Sacramento retailers talk DC relaunch, digital comics! Gene Luen Yang explores history of comics and Christianity! Craig Thompson on "Habibi"! Plus James Kochalka, Greg Rucka, Rick Burchett and more!

Pirates Get the Jump on "Justice League" #1

Showing up on the Pirate Bay and other BitTorrent sites before the issue hit stands, DC Comics' "Justice League" #1 is the latest comic release to raise questions about piracy and digital release dates.

Tilting at Windmills - 8/25/2011

Brian Hibbs takes a close look at the details in DC Comics and comiXology's digital storefront FAQ and is not at all pleased by what he discovers.

Comics A.M. - Keatinge, Cho Sign With Delcourt; comiXology Rolls Out Affiliate Program

Joe Keatinge and Frank Cho ink three-book deal with Delcourt! comiXology rolls out 100 online storefronts! Cover prices vs. minimum wage! How Frank Miller built a better Batman! Plus more!

Comics A.M. - "Pop Artist" Accused of Stealing Art; CBG Goes Digital

Sen. Lieberman's nephew accused of swiping, selling art! "Comics Buyer’s Guide" goes digital! Image's Eric Stephenson talks Comic-Con, digital comics! Rating DC's "New 52" (based on the promos)! Plus more!

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