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
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9 Best Graphic Novels of All Time
Image credit: Evening Standard Graphic novels are not only popular among kids or teens, but adults also love to read them. These amazing stories offer a vibrant, unforgettable experience to readers. In this article, we have listed the top 9 graphic novels of all time so that you can add them to your reading list! Take a look! #1 Fun Home by Alison Bechdel It is a family … [Read more...] about 9 Best Graphic Novels of All Time
Exploring Canadian reading habits and trends in 2022
A recent survey conducted by BookNet Canada, a non-profit organization in the publishing industry, sheds light on the reading habits and leisure trends of Canadians in 2022. The survey has revealed a comprehensive overview of Canadians' leisure activities, reading frequency, preferred formats, and the influence of social media on their reading experiences. The survey reveals … [Read more...] about Exploring Canadian reading habits and trends in 2022
Libby reports record rise in demand for comic books from 2020 to 2023 in North America
Libby is a mobile app developed by OverDrive that allows users to borrow e-books and audiobooks from their local library. With Libby, users can browse their library's digital catalog, borrow books with just a few taps, and read or listen to them on their mobile devices. Libby also offers a user-friendly reading experience with features such as adjustable font sizes, background … [Read more...] about Libby reports record rise in demand for comic books from 2020 to 2023 in North America
Chinese digital comics platform, Kuaikan planning international expansion
Kuaikan, the Chinese e-Comics platform is planning to go overboard and expand into more international markets worldwide. The company said they are looking to invest a billion yuan (about $156.3 million USD) over a span of three years which will be used to support the comic authors as well as enhancing the outreach of such comics to more international markets. Towards that, … [Read more...] about Chinese digital comics platform, Kuaikan planning international expansion
Marvel is going to release dozens of new audiobooks
Marvel has teamed up with Dreamscape for over two dozen new audiobooks that will be released in September. They will be able to be purchased on all major retail sites such as Amazon, Audible, iBooks, Google, Overdrive and other audiobook platforms. Hoopla will be distributing them to libraries. The initial run of audiobooks will be based on classic stories, such as The … [Read more...] about Marvel is going to release dozens of new audiobooks
Will Nielsen Bookscan start tracking comic book sales?
Nielsen is one of the gold standards of tracking the retail side of the bookselling industry. Whenever an ISBN has been flagged as sold, Nielsen tracks this information and gives us a sense on how many books are being sold. The company can also track ebook sales on a limited basis, but indie authors are often not accounted for because they don't use real ISBN numbers. Nielsen … [Read more...] about Will Nielsen Bookscan start tracking comic book sales?
New Digital Comic Subscription Platform is launching on the Nintendo Switch
The Nintendo Switch is going to be able to read digital comics and manga with a new app called InkyPen, which will launch in November. It is an unlimited subscription platform that will cost $8 per month and will have a wide array of content from publishers such as Andrews McMeel, Dynamite, IDW, les Humanoïdes Associés and Valiant. It will not include anything from DC or … [Read more...] about New Digital Comic Subscription Platform is launching on the Nintendo Switch
Comic and Graphic Novel sales tumbled 6.5% in 2017
Comic book and graphic novels had a dismal year in Canada and the United States. Sales decreased by 6.5% in 2017 and most of the declines were attributed to fewer people buying comics from the store or newsstand. Total comics and graphic novel sales to consumers in the U.S. and Canada generated $1.015 billion, a $70 million decrease from 2016. When we break down the … [Read more...] about Comic and Graphic Novel sales tumbled 6.5% in 2017
GameStop is going to start selling comic books
GameStop is getting into the retail comic book business and are conducting a 20 store trial. They will be restocking the shelves weekly with all of the big name titles from Marvel, DC, Image, and Oni Press. If the pilot program is successful they will launch it in all of their stores in Canada and the United States. According to the company’s statement: “Comics are often a … [Read more...] about GameStop is going to start selling comic books
Recorded Books has incorporated streaming video in their RBDIGITAL App
Recorded Books has just launched a new streaming video service that is available for libraries that do business with them. It provides unlimited viewing of shows made possible through an innovative, new pricing model for libraries. With the new streaming video service, library patrons can binge-watch videos the same way they do on subscription streaming video services like … [Read more...] about Recorded Books has incorporated streaming video in their RBDIGITAL App
Do you prefer audiobooks, ebooks or other digital content?
Good e-Reader Intelligence recently conducted extensive research on what type of digital content readers prefer. The vast majority of users continue to be enamoured with ebooks, while audiobooks have made solid gains. Over a one month period 799 people casted their vote and proclaimed what type of content they use on a daily basis. 491 proclaimed their love of ebooks and … [Read more...] about Do you prefer audiobooks, ebooks or other digital content?
Amazon Kindle Oasis is a Good Comic Book Reader
The Amazon Kindle Oasis has a giant seven inch screen, which means in theory it would be great for digital comics. When Amazon acquired Comixology a few years ago they implemented their Guided View system into the Kindle, which means you can double tap on a frame and it goes fullscreen. Additionally, Amazon is one of the largest digital comic resellers in the world. Today … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle Oasis is a Good Comic Book Reader
Dark Horse is releasing Season 11 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Dark Horse Comics will be releasing season 11 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer this November. The series is still going strong despite the fact that it new television episodes have not been made in over 13 years. A lot will have changed for Buffy and her friends by the time Season 11 kicks off. They've moved to San Francisco in the aftermath of Sunnydale being swallowed up by a … [Read more...] about Dark Horse is releasing Season 11 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer