Tag: digital comics

C2E2: Graphic Storytelling: The Future Is Now

The panel on interactive graphic storytelling at C2E2 began and ended with dramatic demonstrations of futuristic storytelling tools, as a variety of artists explained why working digitally is the way to go.

EXCLUSIVE: Dynamite Joins Dark Horse Digital

Dynamite Entertainment adds its comics to the Dark Horse Digital platform and CBR discusses the move with publishers Nick Barrucci and Mike Richardson, who explain what it means for the future of digital comics.

Pipeline - 4/16/2013

Augie looks at the week in "Saga" news to see where the competition was, how digital comics work and who made sense of it all. And then, remember "Mayhem"? Or WizardWorld NJ?

Image's "Sex" #1 "Black Kiss II," "XXXombies" Approved For iOS Post-"Saga" #12

Previously unavailable through comiXology on iOS, Image Comics' "Sex" #1, "Black Kiss II" and "XXXombies" are now all available through comiXology on iOS devices following the controversy surrounding "Saga" #12.

In Your Face Jam - 3/20/2013

Writer Brett White addresses his comic book buying addiction and makes incredibly dated Nickelodeon references in this week's edition of IN YOUR FACE JAM.

Pipeline - 3/19/2013

Augie wonders if last week's comic site outages portend a future of DRM-free comics. Also, Sean Wang's "Runners" makes a return via Kickstarter, and the end result is even better than the first book.

Axel-In-Charge - 3/15/2013

Marvel Editor-in-Chief Axel Alonso spends the week following up on his SXSW experience including an update on their free #1 promotion and talks about the struggles of classic creators to find work and more.

Digital Comics Stonewalled By ComiXology Server Outage

The outage of comiXology's servers due to a Marvel promotion offering 700 free digital comics has crippled access to the digital distributor's website and mobile apps. UPDATED with a statement from comiXology.

You Won't Find Image Comics' "Sex" in Apple's App Store

It seems "Sex" doesn’t sell, at least through Apple. The new series by Joe Casey and Piotr Kowalski debuted Wednesday in print and digital, but not via any Apple iOS apps. ROBOT 6 has the full story.

Comics A.M. - Siegel & Shuster Heirs Fight DC's Interference Claim

Siegel and Shuster heirs ask judge to dismiss DC Comics lawsuit against their attorney! Hackers take down servers that host several major webcomics! 2012 SPACE Prizes announced! Chromatic Press launches! Plus more!

CBR TV: Doctorow On Digital Comics, DRM-Free ePublishing & More

Cory Doctorow spoke with CBR TV about Boing Boing's increased focus on comics, his take on current digital comics publishers, the success he's found in DRM-free digital publishing, the future of print and much more.

DC Responds To Marvel's Sales Win & Their Own Early Digital Releases

In a strong month for direct market comic sales driven in part by Marvel NOW!, DC execs Bob Wayne and John Cunningham discuss how New 52 as book sales stay strong and the criticism over early digital releases.

Tilting at Windmills - 12/6/2012

This month, Brian Hibbs reflects on November's surprising news from DC Comics regarding its digital publication schedule and what it means for him - and the rest of the comics retail industry - moving forward.

Emanata Does Digital Comics for Indie Creators

CBR News spoke with George Chen, CEO of digital comics app Emanata, to talk about the company’s updating publishing apps for the ipad and iphone, designed for independent comic creators.

"Earth One" OGNs, Digital Help DC Sales Grow Over 2012

DC Comics sales are up 18% from last October, and SVPs John Cunningham and Bob Wayne explain how "Superman Earth One" and digital sales drove the growth as they prep "Girl With The Dragon Tattoo."

PRESS RELEASE: DC Comics Offers Complete Monthly Lineup on iBookstore, Kindle and NOOK Stores

PRESS RELEASE: ComiXology Announces "Comics4Kids" App With Parent-Friendly Sync

NYCC: "comiXology Submit" Opens To Self Publishers

The #1 digital comics portal announced plans for a new submission site that allows high quality self-publishers to sell their wares on comiXology's popular app in advance of New York Comic Con.

NYCC FIRST LOOK: Greg Pak's "Vision Machine" iPad App

Ahead of debuting an expanded, enhanced iPad version of his creative commons graphic novel "Vision Machine" at NYCC, writer Greg Pak shares an exclusive first look at the app's new interactive elements.

DC's Zero Month Sales Help Edge Out 2011 Numbers

DC executives Bob Wayne and John Cunningham are back to discuss the performance of the New 52's #0 month in September including the line's overall future, plus exclusive digital sales rankings show a "Dark Knight" bump for Frank Miller.

PRESS RELEASE: Marvel Signs Exclusive Foreign Language Digital Comics Agreement With iVerse

EXCLUSIVE: DC Launches Digital "Arrow" Comic Series

The latest DC superhero to hit The CW takes his story to comics as Executive Producers Marc Guggenheim and Andrew Kreisberg pen an "Arrow" digital comic tying into the weekly show. CBR has exclusive first word on the project.

DC Sales Keep Batman High & Digital Changing

DC Comics executives Bob Wayne and John Cunningham discuss the August sales numbers including an exclusive look at their digital rankings as Batman graphic novels lead a solid if expected level after a year of the New 52.

Comics A.M. - JManga Launches Unlimited-Access Site

JManga debuts unlimited-access website! Reactions to "The Dandy" ending print publication! Marvel's Isaac Perlmutter profiled! The growth of comics-form journalism! Stan Sakai talks "Usagi Yojimbo"! Plus more!

Comics A.M. - "Digital Doesn't Cannibalize the Industry"; Geezer Noir

Rob Salkowitz, author of "Comic-Con and the Business of Pop Culture," on digital comics! Christos Gage talks "Sunset"! Derf talks "The City" and "My Friend Dahmer"! Ed Piskor on the genesis of "Wizzywig"! Plus more!

CCI: Waid Sets Course for the Digital World

Mark Waid went above and beyond to interact with fans interested in hearing his thoughts about his Thrillbent online initiative and the future of both print and digital comics.

CCI EXCLUSIVE: JManga to Launch Unlimited-Access Digital Manga Site

JManga business manager Robert Newman spoke exclusively with CBR News at CCI about the publisher's plans for a new site that will publish manga one chapter at a time, for free or for a fee.

Woodward Pitches the "Bottom of the Ninth"

CBR News spoke with artist and animator Ryan Woodward about his new iPad app/animated graphic novel, "Bottom of the Ninth," a baseball yarn set 200 years in the future.

PRESS RELEASE: ComiXology Announces CCI 2012 Schedule

Comics A.M. - Comic Artist's Claims Against Songwriter Can Proceed

Judge allows artist to pursue claims against songwriter over graphic novel biography! Archaia takes top honors in Foreword's Book of the Year Awards! Content versus container in digital comics! Plus much more!

Comics A.M. - Comics Numbering (and Renumbering); the Problem With DRM

The ridiculousness of comics numbering! The problem with digital rights management! Maryland couple renews vows to celebrate "Astonishing X-Men" #51! The 15 best creator duos! Plus much more!

Johns' Sir Laser Lot Debuts in digital "He-Man" Comic

In advance of the "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe" comic, DC Comics releases a digital-first "Masters of the Universe," which features a character Geoff Johns created when he was eight.

Stephanie Brown Joins Batman in "Smallville: Season 11"

Stephanie Brown will join the Dark Knight's first appearance in DC's digital-first "Smallville Season 11" #5 by Brian Q. Miller with art by ChrisCross.

5-STAR REVIEW: "Legends of the Dark Knight" #1

Ryan K. Lindsay gives DC's digital-first "Legends of the Dark Knight" #1 by Damon Lindelof and Jeff Lemire 5 stars, calling the introductory issue "extremely good and definitely memorable."

EXCLUSIVE: DC's Digital Rankings Lead May Sales Discussion

DC Comics Bob Wayne and John Cunningham discuss the surprises held in the May sales numbers for print and digital, "Animal Man's" hit status, the grand scheme of digital comics and Zero Month planning.

Rebranded iVerse Focuses on Growing Comics Audience

In rebranding its ComicsPlus app, iVerse continues to focus on expanding the comics market by bringing in new readers and offering creators new opportunities. CEO Michael Murphy discusses the company's plans.

EXCLUSIVE: iVerse Rebrands ComicsPlus, Expands Publishing Tools

iVerse Media announces a rebranding of its Comics+ platform as ComicsPlus, bringing new tools, an expanded marketing gameplan and more along with the updated name.

Comics A.M. - Eight Months in, New 52 Isn't Sales "Game-Changer"

A look at “solid but not spectacular" sales of DC's New 52! The success of the "Pocket God" digital comic! Tacoma, Washington, comic store closes! Interviews with Stan Lee and Adam Warren! Plus more!

Comics A.M. - Industry's Digital Inroads; Exploiting New Formats

The New York Times surveys the digital comics landscape! Warren Ellis on "the shape of the new webcomics"! Dave Sim turns to Kickstarter for digital "Cerebus"! Adam Warren talks "Empowered"! Plus more!

Chris Ryall Looks Forward with IDW

IDW Publishing Chief Creative Officer and Editor-in-Chief Chris Ryall spoke with CBR about the state of the publisher, long-running and new licenses, creator-owned comics and creator rights, and much more.

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