TOKYOPOP announced on their Facebook page that they are closing their US operations. The Beat reports that an earlier round of lay-off in February left the company with a mere six individuals. TOKYOPOP founder Stu Levy leaves this parting message: Over the years, I’ve explored many variations of manga culture – “OEL” manga, “Cine-Manga”, children’s […]
I thought last year’s lack of Pulitzer nominee leaks was amazing – this year it’s downright eery. There doesn’t even seem to be the usual buzz and build up to it this year. Michael Cavna has posted his short list. I agree with most of the list. There has been a lot of outstanding and […]
Another sign in the digital shift. Amazon announced during its earnings call that for the first time, it now sells more e-books than paperbacks.
An extended trailer version of Cowboys & Aliens that debuted last night during the American Idol results show. Cowboys & Aliens is based on a the graphic novel of the same title by Scott Mitchell Rosenberg. Film hits theaters on July 29.