In July, South Korea’s Naver Webtoon applied in the US court subpoenas under the US Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) to acquire the personal information of 360+ websites that were unauthorizedly posting webtoons in the US. These illegal websites receive around .5 billion visits per year.“It is estimated that most of the operators of illegal webtoon sites have stopped … [Read more...] about Naver Webtoon Shuts Down 150 Illegal Overseas Sites
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Marvel Meow to Be Available on Print
Image credit: thenerdstash Marvel Comics has announced an incredible collection of Marvel Meow by Nao Fuji in print. The Infinity Comic webtoon that started off earlier as an Instagram comic has become a well-known series on the Marvel Unlimited service. Now, its print version is likely to be released on January 3, 2024.Marvel Meow #1 will consist of the first ten … [Read more...] about Marvel Meow to Be Available on Print
KATANA Beast and Other Titles Simultaneously Launched in Japan & U.S. K MANGA
Image credit: Twitter Kodansha Ltd. has recently announced on Tuesday, 31st October 2023, that it will simultaneously publish KATANA Beast and other Simulpub titles in Japan and the United States. The new titles will be released on the K MANGA service currently available on the Android and iOS platforms. At the moment, K MANGA services are exclusively available in the United … [Read more...] about KATANA Beast and Other Titles Simultaneously Launched in Japan & U.S. K MANGA
Webtoon is Revolutionizing the World of Graphic Novels and Comics
Source Webtoons have taken the graphic novel industry by storm. The incredible Korean comic that has multiple genres for the readers out there, like fantasy, comedy, romance, action, and more, has redefined the way these contents are consumed. This is certainly a step up in the world of graphic novels and comics.First of all, Webtoons are generally free. You can read … [Read more...] about Webtoon is Revolutionizing the World of Graphic Novels and Comics
Should Graphic Novels and Comics Be Considered Literature?
If you ask this question to any professional, they might say no. But, again, this is quite a controversial topic. Graphic novels, despite being popular among the young generation (and even for adults), have often been denied the tag of literature. Why? Mostly because of its genre. However, if you are into reading comic books or related content, you would know how … [Read more...] about Should Graphic Novels and Comics Be Considered Literature?
Comic book Author Giffen gets in One Last Laugh before dying
The comic industry has lost a major figure. Renown artist and author Keith Giffen has died at the age of 70. Giffen added his artistic talent and creative eye to both the DC and Marvel universes and is best known for writing and illustrating Legion of Super-Heroes in the 1980’s and 1990’s. He co-created DC’s Lobo and the Jamie Reyes' version of the Blue Beetle, as well as … [Read more...] about Comic book Author Giffen gets in One Last Laugh before dying
Inklore To Bring Print Edition of Webtoons
Image credit: tappytoon Penguin Random House’s “global comics” imprint Inklore is soon to bring webtoons from the Tappytoon platform to print, as two parent companies, Penguin Random House and Contents First, sign a strategic pact. Contents First is the creator of Tappytoon and a global leader in the digital comics world. The company specializes in IP development, production, … [Read more...] about Inklore To Bring Print Edition of Webtoons
Four manga that have been banned the most in the United States
There has been an unprecedented surge in attempts to censor various library resources, including graphic novels and manga in recent years. Although manga series constitute a small fraction of banned books in North America, their rising popularity has heightened awareness and led to an increase in book challenges for manga in 2023.The visual nature of manga illustrations … [Read more...] about Four manga that have been banned the most in the United States
K-Pop to Debut in Bookstores and Comic Shops
Image credit: publishersweekly As reported by Publishers Weekly, famous K-pop bands - BTS, ENHYPHEN, and Tomorrow X – will debut in comic shops across North America. It will be a trio of full-color comics from IZE Press, a Korean comics imprint of manga giant Yen Press.In 2022, the BTS and their studios HYBE released a webtoon comic, 7Fates: Chako. The webcomic garnered 15 … [Read more...] about K-Pop to Debut in Bookstores and Comic Shops
Graphic Novels Vs. Comics
Are graphic novels and comic books the same? They might sound similar, thanks to their illustration-based storytelling format. But their length and the way they represent stories is much different from each other.A graphic novel is a novel that tells a complete, long story using illustrations. It contains a beginning, middle, and end, making these books longer and more … [Read more...] about Graphic Novels Vs. Comics
New Launch! Toonsutra: Another Big Library of Comic & Webtoon App
Webtoon platforms have become an explosive phenomenon across the world. The industry is projected to grow globally to over US$60 billion by 2030. So, capitalizing on the opportunity, a Bengaluru-based startup in India has launched Toonsutra, which claims to be the biggest library of global and Indian webtoon content and creators to millions of Indian entertainment fans. The … [Read more...] about New Launch! Toonsutra: Another Big Library of Comic & Webtoon App
GlobalComix May Soon Let You Read Digital Comics On Your Phone
Image credit: globalcomix Earlier this year, GlobalComix – a popular digital comics platform – relaunched its desktop portal. Now, the company has announced its plan to launch a mobile app by the end of 2023. The company has already launched the public beta version of the app, available in the iOS App Store for Apple users. The Android version is coming very soon.Although … [Read more...] about GlobalComix May Soon Let You Read Digital Comics On Your Phone
Viz Media Upcoming Releases in 2023: What to Expect
Viz Media brings something exciting every month. And, if you’re a fan of comic books, the comic publisher has exciting titles for October 2023. Here’s what we know so far: Debuting Series Tamon’s B-Side, Vol. 1: Tamon threatens to quit his band out of her insecurity. A fan named Utage will do everything to support her favorite singer and keep him from quitting. New … [Read more...] about Viz Media Upcoming Releases in 2023: What to Expect
Mega Manga ‘One Piece’ breaks records
It’s amazing how a spark of imagination in a writer's mind can create fictional worlds which end up shaping the collective cultural landscape of our actual physical world. From George Lucas’s Star Wars, to the Harry Potter series, and the vast universe of the Star Trek franchise, it’s rather astounding how a “story” can inspire so much innovation and influence other creators … [Read more...] about Mega Manga ‘One Piece’ breaks records