What happens to superhero readers when they grow up? It’s a good question and certainly not one with an easy answer. For some readers, nothing changes.
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Everyone knows the story. The traditional system of newsstand distribution was failing in the 1970s, sales were down across the board. Returnability, where unsold newsstand comic books could be returned and money reimbursed, kept the risk firmly on the comic book companies.

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Doom Patrol means a lot of different things to a lot of different people. That’s the problem. DC has gone back to the well again and again with a number of their properties trying to find the alchemy that creates success. (more…)

With the impending DC relaunch, it is worth looking at Marvel’s frequent numerical tinkerings and whether or not they have led to a positive impact on sales. (more…)