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True blockbuster filmmaking with real sets, practical effects, and big stunts will save us from superhero fatigue – and Thunderbolts, Superman and Fantastic Four have given me hope

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May 2, 2025

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COMIC SHOP NEWS

Bat City preps for Local Comic Shop Day and anniversary party
by baynews9.com on May 23, 2025
It's on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Comic Book Club
by Comic Book Club on May 15, 2025
Comic Book Club is a live comic book talk show and podcast, broadcast every week featuring the best comedians and comic book creators around.
Local Comic Shop Day Returns, The Thing Fights The Marvel Universe, Diamond Updates News For May 15, 2025 | Comic Book Club
by Alex Zalben on May 15, 2025
Local Comic Shop Day returns in September. Marvel All-On-One pits The Thing against the Marvel Universe. Updates on the Diamond bankruptcy situation.
Local Comic Shop Day® set for September 27 with a full revamp
by Heidi MacDonald on May 14, 2025
Local Comic Shop Day is set for a full revamp from organizer ComicsPRO with a focus on comic shops as community hubs.
ComicsPRO Unveils Revamped Local Comic Shop Day
by @ICv2 on May 14, 2025
'Shop Nerdy. Shop Local: Local Comic Shop Day 2025'
Diamond Comics Releases Addresses For Every Single Comic Book Store
by Rich Johnston on May 10, 2025
Diamond Comic Distributors releases addresses for every single comic book store on their books, as part of bankruptcy filing
New 'Imperial' #1 details reveal transformation coming to Marvel Comics
by David Brooke on April 30, 2025
Marvel has released new 'Imperial' #1 covers and more.
Watch CBS Evening News: Comics shop owner fears it won't survive tariffs - Full show on CBS
by @CBS on April 29, 2025
The early casualties of the trade war are not just investors, but small businesses as well. Nancy Cordes talks to a comic book store owner concerned his business won't survive President Trump's new tariffs. Then, Lana Zak speaks to a crane operator for Stellantis who fears she could be included in the company's temporary layoffs. Kelly O'Grady joins for analysis of today's Wall Street losses.
Huntington comic shop closes after three decades
by Mike Browning on April 28, 2025
After more than three decades in business, Purple Earth Comics has closed its doors.
Jonathan Bowen's The Comic Shop Tackles the Joys and Realities of Running a Comic Store
by Matthew Aguilar on April 23, 2025
More often than not, formative memories are tied to places of wonder and discovery, and like so many of us, one such place for director Jonathan Bowen was the local comic book shop. Quite a few of us discovered so much through that one central location, being introduced to the worlds of science fiction, magic,
Marvel unveils its July 2025 Star Wars comics lineup
by David Brooke on April 18, 2025
Check out some of the Star Wars news revealed at today’s Lucasfilm Publishing Panel at Star Wars Celebration Japan.
New publishing line pays tribute to beloved comic book shop
by Amy Unger on April 14, 2025
JAF has launched Dreamscape Publishing, named for Dreamscape Comics
The Comic Shop Summary, Latest News, Trailer, Cast, Where to Watch and More
by About the author Callum Jones on April 11, 2025
The Comic Shop: plot summary, featured cast, reviews, articles, photos, videos, and where to watch.
Some Good News About Monthly Comics Sales In Comic Stores For 2025
by Rich Johnston on April 11, 2025
Some good news about monthly comics sales in comic book stores for 2025, straight from the horses' mouths.
The Comic Shop
by IGN on April 11, 2025
Everything you need to know about The Comic Shop.
‘The Comic Book Shop’ takes page from director’s life
by Rick Bentley on April 10, 2025
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Filmmaker Jonathan L. Bowen shows with his new film, “The Comic Shop,” it is always wise to write what you know. His production, available starting April 11 on di…
Actor Jesse Metcalfe talks about the movie, “The Comic Shop”
by CBS Los Angeles on April 8, 2025
CBS News Highlights How Comic Shop, Manga Are Affected by Tariffs
by Danica Davidson on April 7, 2025
A CBS News segment on President Trump’s new tariffs highlights a comic book store and how the tariffs are impacting manga and other supplies.
Owner of comics shop that relies on imports fears it won't survive Trump tariffs
by CBS News on April 5, 2025
Local, legit and lethal: Montreal indie comic book shop doing business a new way
by Daniel J. Rowe on April 3, 2025
A Montreal indie comic book shop has made a business out of crowd sourced, locally produced and published content that is proving to be a new model that is gaining steam in the industry.
Knoxville comic book shop owner concerned tariffs could raise prices, impact small businesses
by Hannah Moore on April 2, 2025
Recently imposed tariffs are expected to affect many goods, including comic books. Nearly all American comic books are printed in Canada, which has been targeted by 25% tariffs from the Trump admin…
Deputies follow the LEGO brick road to arrest suspect in Castro Valley comic shop burglary
by Tony Hicks, Bay City News on April 2, 2025
It’s a little early for would-be Grinches to steal toys, but deputies from the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office still had to arrest a man who allegedly
Castro Valley comic book store staffers track down suspect in rash of Bay Area burglaries
by Katie Nielsen on April 2, 2025
'Sister Imperator #1 scores continuation printing, read issue #2 preview
by David Brooke on March 29, 2025
Sister Imperator has been integral to the band Ghost and its lore since its founding, and now its first issue has sold out!

GRADED COMICS NEWS

First 'Star Trek' Comic Book Sells For Record $46,500
by News On 6 on May 21, 2025
The first "Star Trek" comic book sold at an auction for a record-breaking price of $46,500, according to Certified Guaranty Company, a Florida-based comic book grading service.
Mike Carey Returns To Comics In Bad Idea's August 2025 Solicits
by Rich Johnston on May 18, 2025
Mike Carey returns to comics with Jonathan Wayshak and Cul-De-Sac in Bad Idea August 2025 solicits, with Matt Kindt & David Lapham's Hero Trade
Misfit Corner Comics at Beach Boulevard Flea Market
by W♥M on May 16, 2025
Beach Boulevard Flea Market Read More Comic Books I’ve previously mentioned that the very first comic book that I purchased with my own money, a whole $1, was Crisis on Infinite Earths #1. I didn’t know it then, but this little comic book forever … By now you all know...
Last Day Pool Party, a Middle-Grade Graphic Novel by Emma Steinkellner
by Rich Johnston on May 16, 2025
Last Day Pool Party, a new Middle-Grade graphic novel by Emma Steinkellner for 2026 from Labyrinth Road
REEDPOP ANNOUNCES CGC AS OFFICIAL GRADING PARTNER FOR FULL SHOW PORTFOLIO
by Daniel Pickett on May 14, 2025
Leading Pop Culture Event Producer Also to Partner with Premier Autograph Authentication Service JSA For All Major Events NORWALK, CT – May 13, 2025 – ReedPop, the world’s leading producer of pop culture events, today announced a multi-show, multi-year partnership with collectibles grading compa
Isekai Stories Stake New Territory: CoroCoro Comic for Grade-School Kids
by Anime News Network on May 13, 2025
Truck-kun strikes again, taking our youth // It's no secret isekai stories are all the rage in the anime, manga, and light novel industries. While there are...
Comic book store to open in Sellersburg
by ERIK HACKMAN erik.hackman@newsandtribune.com on May 7, 2025
SELLERSBURG — Ever since superheroes such as Superman, Batman, Captain America and others were created, comic book collecting has been a popular hobby in America.
DC Comics Puts A 10% Anti-Tariff On YA And MG Graphic Novels
by Rich Johnston on April 5, 2025
DC Comics puts a 10% anti-tariff on YA and MG graphic novels, with a new Teen Titans standee header, coming to comic book stores
PSA Limits Grading of Pokemon Cards and More Due to Tariffs
by Amanda Kay Oaks on April 3, 2025
TCG collectors of Pokemon and beyond got some bad news about getting their cards graded thanks to a recent announcement from PSA.
Spider-Man Brand New Day Sales Boom On eBay After Movie Announcement
by Rich Johnston on April 1, 2025
Spider-Man Brand New Day sales boom on eBay after movie announcement... do you have Amazing Spider-Man #546 in your collection?
Barrie, Ont. collector sells rare $30K Spider-Man comic from 1962
by Julianna Balsamo on March 31, 2025
A rare $30,000 piece of comic book history just slipped through the fingers of a local collector here in Barrie. Amazing Fantasy No. 15, the iconic book that introduced Spider-Man to the comic world, has officially left the shelves.
Barrie collector sells rare Spider-Man comic for $30K, highlighting value of vintage collectibles
by Leslie Kennedy on March 30, 2025
The 1962 comic featuring Spider-Man’s first appearance is part of a booming market for nostalgic childhood treasures
Alliance Entertainment to acquire assets of Diamond Comics in bankruptcy auction
by Will Stern on March 26, 2025
Diamond Comic Distributors filed for bankruptcy in January, had supported more than 5,000 storefronts
Alliance Entertainment buys Diamond Comics
by Heidi MacDonald on March 25, 2025
Global distribution company Alliance Entertainment has purchased substantially all of Diamond Comics assets at a bankruptcy auction
Alliance Entertainment Buys Diamond Comic Distributors
by Rich Johnston on March 25, 2025
Alliance Entertainment buys Diamond Comic Distributors after Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Auction
Massive Comics Deal: Alliance Entertainment Takes Over Diamond's $200M Distribution Empire
by StockTitan on March 25, 2025
Strategic acquisition grants access to $50B+ collectibles market, serving 5,000+ retailers. Key assets include comic distribution, gaming, and grading services.

True blockbuster filmmaking with real sets, practical effects, and big stunts will save us from superhero fatigue – and Thunderbolts, Superman and Fantastic Four have given me hope

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