Marvel and DC are called the Big Two for a reason, but this month shows a marked difference in the changing landscape between the two. The Increasing Gap in the Big Two Over the past few months, I’ve been watching the number of titles that Marvel and DC have had in the Top 10 Singles…
Where Do We Stand? Women in April’s Comics and Graphic Novel Sales
After March’s female-charged month, April falls flat on its face. It’s difficult to report on the loss of ground, so read on to find out what happened.
Where Do We Stand: Women in the 2015 Eisner Nominations
The 2015 Eisner Award nominations are out and it’s time to take a look at representation. According to their press release, 34 women were nominated this year with female writers, artists, and editors earning a total of 39 nominations overall. The awards, named for acclaimed comics creator the Will Eisner, highlight the best publications and creators…
Where Do We Stand? Women in March’s Comics and Graphic Novel Sales
When I saw this month’s numbers, I couldn’t wait to share the news. March was stellar for making women feel a little more comfortable in comics; read on to hear all about it.
Where Do We Stand? Women in February’s Comics and Graphic Novel Sales
Spring is on its way and my comics reading list is somewhat under control. I’m happy to report that February has some improvements for representation of women. I have been watching and waiting for a month when neither Marvel nor DC had the number 1 spot on the single issues list. This month, IDW pushes…
Where Do We Stand: January Comics and Graphic Novel Sales
With snow on the ground in the Northeast US, it’s time to reflect on winter sales so we can dream of outdoor spring comic book reading. For January, we’ll see if and how often women were represented in the top ten bestsellers lists and review interesting market trends.
Survey Alert: Young Reader Comics
Are you an editor or publisher of comics and graphic novels aimed at Young Readers ages 4-18? With the popularity of titles like Raina Telgemeier’s Smile, Marvel’s Ms. Marvel, IDW’s My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic and Jeff Smith’s Bone, young reader comics are gaining in variety and popularity. Engaging the upcoming generation of comic…
Where Do We Stand: December Comics and Graphic Novel Sales
I wish I had happier news to report, but unfortunately, representation of women in the top 10 comics and graphic novels lists in December was a sad state of affairs. Not surprisingly, Marvel and DC ruled the top ten list this month with Marvel placing seven titles on the list. Topping Diamond’s list of single issue comics…
Where Do We Stand? September Comic Sales
Topping the Diamond’s top ten lists are two beloved characters, Marvel’s Wolverine and DC’s Batman. Taking the top two spots on single issue list is Death of Wolverine #1 and #2. The weekly mini series is getting so much buzz that even NPR’s All Things Considered has a piece about it. First prize on the…
Where Do We Stand: August Comics and Graphic Novel Sales
Proving that Batman still has staying power even after seventy-five years, this month’s top single issue comic was BATMAN #34. The monthly tug-of-war continues between the big two, with DC winning the back the top spot but only three other titles on the list. Marvel took six of the top ten and Image snuck in…
Where Do We Stand? July Comic Sales
Each month,Diamond Comics Distributors releases data on the top selling products from single issue comics, to graphic novels and trade paperbacks, to toys. Their sales data represents items sold through comic book shops.
Webcomics Statistics — A Deeper Look into the Webcomics Scene
Webcomics have changed and are continually changing the game. Everyone with an internet connection and basic computer skills can publish their comics in the web. Everyone. “Is it good work?” and “will it be successful?” are entirely different matters, but if you fulfill those two prerequisites (and if you’re reading this, you do), you can showcase your work to…
