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In the last few weeks, Bleeding Cool has covered issues that comic book retailers have been suffering from Diamond Comic Distributors delays caused by the downsizing and closure of their Plattsburgh distribution centre, along with a sizeable number of layoffs to match And a number of retailers have taken to Bleeding Cool's articles to add[...]

Two weeks ago, Bleeding Cool reported on delays from Diamond Comic Distributors as a result of closing the Plattsburgh distribution centre on the New York/Canada border Yesterday, Bleeding Cool writer and comic store employee Jeremy Konrad shared how he was losing sleep at night as a retailer as a result of Diamond Comic Distributor delays[...]

It is not yet confirmed that Diamond will still be able to distribute PRH titles as a third party [UPDATE: It is now] But it might give retailers more of a reason to switch their PRH ordering to Diamond However, there are other issues regarding that which we are reporting today The letter goes as[...]

In my opinion and experience, Diamond Comics is one of the worst companies to deal with on the retailer's side of things in any industry I've been involved in That's right, everyone, this is going to be another one of THOSE articles! I manage a comic store in Ohio (if you know, you know), and[...]

We are not sure which stores will be getting Diamond Previews next week Some may a lot won't, it may be worth checking your comic store to see how they are affected But the December edition of Diamond Comic Distributors' monthly Previews catalogue is meant to arrive in comic shops and digitally on November 27th[...]

Last month, Bleeding Cool broke the news that Diamond Comic Distributors was closing its Plattsburgh warehouse Dubbed a "Strategic Consolidation of Warehousing Operations", Diamond Comic Distributors has told comic book publishers today that "as part of our ongoing evaluation of operations, we have made the strategic decision to consolidate warehousing to improve overall efficiency As[...]

Was this a Rich Twitch? Last week, Bleeding Cool reported that comic book readers and retailers had been finding it difficult to order comic books from manga publisher Yen Press, and graphic novel publisher Abrams, all distributed to Diamond vua Hachette Specifically, those who order them from Diamond Comic Distributors/Diamond Book Distributors, part of Geppi[...]

Specifically, those who order them from Diamond Comic Distributors/Diamond Book Distributors, part of Geppi Family Enterprises Reaching out, Yen Press replied to concerns, saying, "At this time, our terms of distribution with Diamond Book Distributors are going through a transition As such, matters related to distribution are yet to be determined We thank you for[...]

Dubbed a "Strategic Consolidation of Warehousing Operations", Diamond Comic Distributors has told comic book publishers today that "as part of our ongoing evaluation of operations, we have made the strategic decision to consolidate warehousing to improve overall efficiency As a result, we are not renewing our lease at the Plattsburgh, NY, Distribution Center and will[...]

The September edition of Diamond Comic Distributors' monthly Previews catalogue is out next Wednesday and features comic books, graphic novels, toys, and other pop culture merchandise scheduled to go on sale from November and December And from publishers who are still with Diamond, that is one way or another This month, the front cover features[...]

Diamond Comic Distributors gave the opening presentation at the San Diego Comic-Con 2024 Retailer Lunch this weekend They discussed their plans as publishers, especially in light of the departures of Marvel, DC, Dark Horse, Image, and IDW in recent years One of those plans included a new approach to promoting and listing publishers' work in[...]

Diamond Comic Distributors has announced a new company called FandomWorld for San Diego Comic-Con, which it describes as "a new frontier for fans and retailers" and that will debut at their SDCC booth, before launching across the Geppi Family Enterprises brands What is it? Basically it appears to be a direct-to-consumer online sales website that will[...]

And now I get the word that the smaller boutique comics publisher Dstlry has pulled distribution from Lunar Distribution in favour of going exclusive with Diamond Comic Distributors This is the first time that any publisher in the direct market, that was being distributed by another distributor as well, or instead of, Diamond, has decided[...]

Diamond Comic Distributor's ordering site went down for comic book retailers earlier today, but it was fixed relatively quickly, in a couple of hours Diamond's Final Order Cut-Off date (FOC) is late Sundays, so it may not have had as big an impact—not like Penguin Random House, which exclusively distributes Marvel, Dark Horse, and IDW[...]

Andrew Sumner, Chief Operating Officer of Titan Comics, bounced up at the MCM London Comic Con Diamond Retailer Day last weekend with plenty to talk about to the assembled comic book store owners and workers. He talked through the new Titan Manga list, including El by the father of manga Osama Tzuka of Astro Boy for[...]

Steve Morris of Rebellion Publishing, of 2000AD and Judge Dredd fame, took to the stage this weekend at the Diamond Retailer Day event at MCM London Comic Con 2024 to talk through the publisher's upcoming plans Including a still-secret crossover between 2000AD and Judge Dredd Megazine in September. With the Rogue Trooper movie starring Aneurin Barnard[...]

However, Marc suffers from multiple personality disorders, leading to more forms that Moon Knight can become like the millionaire Steven Grant or the angry cab driver Jake Lockley. Now, the legendary Moon Knight is arriving at Diamond Select Toys with a brand new limited edition Marvel Comics bust. Coming in at 5-inch tall, this 1/7 scale resin[...]

The May edition of Diamond Comic Distributors' monthly Previews catalogue arrives in comic shops and digitally on Wednesday, the 1st of May ahead of Free Comic Book Day and features comic books, graphic novels, toys, and other pop culture merchandise scheduled to go on sale beginning July 2024 Those who are still with Diamond, that[...]

Over the weekend, comic book retailer customers of Diamond Comic Distributors received a worrying note, regarding Marvel Comics titles going on sale a week tomorrow, the 24th of April "We have been informed that a truck accident may affect the delivery of Marvel Comics product on sale April 24 to Diamond customers At this time,[...]

The June 2024 edition of Diamond Comic Distributors' monthly Previews catalogue is in stores from Wednesday, the 27th of March and features comic books, graphic novels, toys, and other pop culture merchandise scheduled to go on sale beginning June 2024 Those who are still with Diamond, that is And a few who, weirdly aren't but[...]

Diamond Comic Distributors has announced an expanded partnership with Archie Comics as Archie moves into the Deluxe Tier of publishers This means Archie will be exclusive with Diamond but also gain greater prominence within Previews But is it a poison chalice? Archie Comics will be joining AfterShock Comics, Ablaze Publishing, Frank Miller Presents, Opus Comics,[...]

A number of which, by the end of the show, were already out of date. Terms of sale and shipping costs with Diamond Comics ComicSuite meeting with retailers to plan its future Universal regarding: CSV invoicing Out-of-print graphic novels from DC and Marvel Foil variant pricing with Marvel Image's switch to Tuesday on-sale Ongoing conversations with DC about Tuesday on-sale PRH on ordering[...]

Diamond Select Toys is once again dazzling Marvel Comics fans with their latest additions to the collectibles lineup Step into the world of illusion masters and cosmic warriors with two impressive statues that can add new life to your comic displays. First up is a new animated Mysterio statue featuring an adorable design capturing the work[...]

The May 2024 edition of Diamond Comic Distributors' monthly Previews catalogue is in stores from Wednesday, the 31st of December and features comic books, graphic novels, toys, and other pop culture merchandise scheduled to go on sale beginning May 2024 Those who are still with Diamond, that is And a few who, weirdly aren't but[...]

In recent years, the former effective monopoly of the direct market from Diamond Comic Distributors was shattered by DC Comics, Lunar Distributors, Marvel Comics, Penguin Random House and everyone following suit, Lunar is known for incredibly secure shipping solutions, PRH for free shipping with Diamond caught in between.  They are still in between but are[...]

Previously, Diamond Comic Distributors announced that it was postponing its 2024 Diamond Retailer Summit, planned to coincide with Megacon in Florida next month, as part of a two-year deal with Fan Expo, to avoid a conflict with the ComicsPro Annual Meeting, which is also planned for February. ComicsPRO Now Diamond has decided to entirely cancel the previously[...]

The February 2024 edition of Diamond Comic Distributors' monthly Previews catalogue is in stores from Wednesday, the 31st of December and features comic books, graphic novels, toys, and other pop culture merchandise scheduled to go on sale beginning April 2024 Those who are still with Diamond, that is And a few who, weirdly aren't but[...]

and has now been promoted to executive editor at Random House Graphic. Henry Varona posted, "Life update! I am happy to announce that I have joined the sales team at Diamond Comics Distributors I can't imagine my life without comic book stores, so getting to work directly with retailers is a dream come true Thank you[...]

The Marvel Universe has returned to Diamond Select Toys as some new legendary heroes are getting some new statues Behold the Scarlet Spider himself, Ben Reilly, in an awe-inspiring limited edition bust that captures the essence of this wallcrawler The Clone Saga awaits as Ben takes up the mantle of Spider-Man after finding out Peter[...]

The January 2024 edition of Diamond Comic Distributors' monthly Previews catalogue is in stores from Wednesday, the 27th of December and features comic books, graphic novels, toys, and other pop culture merchandise scheduled to go on sale beginning March 2024 Those who are still with Diamond, that is And a few who, weirdly aren't but[...]