Avatar press is a leading independent company which publishes a wide variety of comic books highlyregarded creatorowned titles such as alan moores the courtyard, warren ellis black summer, and garth ennis crossed. Find over 3 independant comic publishing groups with 23 members near you and meet people in your local community who share your interests. Comic book selfpublishing made easy morris publishing. Your book is an investment, many long hours of hard work, blood, sweat, and tears have gone into its creation. Robert kirkman, erik larsen, todd mcfarlane, marc silvestri and jim valentino. The platform enjoys working with established professionals in the industry. If you have a completed book or a creatorowned work in progress with an artist team, they are happy to consider your book for release through stranger comics. Most of them are in 1020 group promos and giveaways at a time. The business of independent comic book publishing launches.
This list of comics publishing companies lists companies, specifically publishing companies. How this torontobased press changed independent comicbook. It has companies in london, new york, sydney and new delhi. Robert kirkman, erik larsen, todd mcfarlane, marc silvestri and. A sliver of the indie market is comics created by people of color. It published childrens books but also books containing collections of comic strips.
Through visually stunning art and epic storytelling, its clear. Independent publishers group ipg is the original independent book sales and distribution company in the united states. Sep 30, 2017 black balloon publishing is an imprint of the larger indie publishing group catapult. Idw publishing idw is a publisher of comic books, graphic novels, art books. Founded in 1978, black classic press is devoted to. Warp graphics, one of the early american independent comics publishers.
I define independent comic book publishing as the development. Alterna comics publishes creatorowned stories distributed all over the world since 2006. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the united states. Apr, 2017 thankfully, wildstorm is back sort of, but its probably the most well known publisher to publicly fold. In 2007, independent book publishing professionals group established the next generation indie book awards to recognize and honor the best independently published books of the year in 70 categories.
It didnt take long for the company to shift all focus onto comic books, though, and quickly become one of todays top ten comic book powerhouses. The company is a division of titan entertainment group, which also owns titan. Fantagraphics is an indie publishing company thats been putting out amazing comics, art books and guides for the last 40 years. Titan publishing group is an independently owned british publishing. Comic books, graphic novels, publishing, maps, sales breaking into the comic book industry is an idiom conventionally used to mean establishing a career in comics, usually with reference to creative occupations. Their adventures have become a phenomenon among comic book fans. In the 194050s the company issued comic books featuring them. The books division has two main areas of publishing. Heres a list of the major comics and graphic novel publishers exhibiting at the american library association annual conference in washington, dc, this weekend. The independent book publishing professionals group ibppg is an organization that aims to promote professional standards in independent book publishing also known as indie book publishing, and provide support and recognition for the independent book publishing profession.
The business of independent comic book publishing by gamal. Comixology is an example of an online platform that publishes independent comics. Comic books complete list of all publishers mycomicshop. Aftershock comics is an independent comic book publishing company based out of sherman oaks, california that was founded recently in 2015. Ibppg cosponsors the next generation indie book awards, the largest notforprofit book awards program in the world for selfpublished and indie authors, which was established to recognize and honor the best. Greenleaf moves beyond self publishing by providing their services development, production, branding, promotion, and distribution to self publishing authors. Checker book publishing group was an independent publisher of comics reprints, from newspaper strips to contemporary outofprint titles and collections from defunct publishers. Ive worked for larger companies since then, like amazon and marvel, but. I have worked for marvel, dc, image, valiant, idw, dynamite as an artist and writer. Our comprehensive sales and marketing approach, extensive account reach, and innovative digital services ensure access into every imaginable channel, including gift, specialty, wholesale, and digital accounts worldwide. Comic, manga, and graphic novel publishers who accept creator.
Indie comic book publishers make moves toward tv and film. The comic book industry is an oligopoly, with the big two companies marvel entertainment group, inc. This phoenixbased publishing company is the nations largest africanamerican publisher of selfhelp books and music biographies. Jun 16, 2020 the collector club is a new digital publishing platform for indie comic books, graphic novels and art journals the curated site handpicks comics by independent creators, celebrating self publishing and aiming to virtually recreate the appeal of browsing a comic book shop. Book publishers in pennsylvania book publishing directory. Independent publishers group expert distribution services. They publish a multitude of engaging and truly beautiful comics and graphic novels for their readers, utilizing an online platform to reach readers around the world. The oldest comic publishing company on this list is the nowdefunct book. This group is for finding collaborators, discussing industry issues, and learning about the business and legal aspects of the comic book industry, whether youre working as a creatordriven.
Indie publishing group makes self publishing simple. Nbm is a leading critically acclaimed independent graphic novel publisher. Top 7 blackowned book publishers that you should know. Independent book publishing professionals group ibppg is a membership association for independent or indie book publishing. This group is for finding collaborators, discussing industry issues, and learning about the business and legal aspects of the comic book industry, whether youre working as a creatordriven artist, a freelance creator, a publisher, or all of the above. Indie publishing group is your oneonone publishing solution. Search our free comic book database free online comic. More than 100 titles were produced between 1906 and 1934.
Top 5 independent comics publishers geek girl authority. Far from a traditional publisher, black balloon actually looks to be the exact opposite. The comic industry has really changed from the time i bought my first spiderman comic book. Entertainment, to large, longestablished companies like marvel and dc comics. If youre a comics professional or if you want to be one, then youll find something useful here. How this torontobased press changed independent comic. A comprehensive and easytounderstand overview of the business of comic book publishing. Last gasp since april fools day, 1970, last gasp has been publishing and distributing a very eclectic assortment of comics, books, and magazines. Indie authors, even the struggling ones i know, have mastered group promotions. Established in 2014, mad cave studios is an independent comic book publisher based out of bogota, colombia and miami, florida powered by madness to create genre driven, fun, and actionpacked comics for every reader. The 10 most devastating times the world ended in comics, ranked. The collector club is a new digital publishing platform for. Bloomsbury publishing is a leading independent publishing house established in 1986. Comic book publishers often work with characters and stories owned by their company or licensed from another company.
They take 50% of the revenue and market your comic as well as making it available in their store. It is one of the oldest comic book publishers and has worked alongside wellknown writers, including dc comics editorinchief. Aug 10, 2020 the business of independent comic book publishing breaks down everything from intellectual property management to distribution, sales and marketing after the product is published, with the book. From superhero comic books to the archie comics series, the variation is limit.
The independent book publishing professionals group ibppg is an organization that aims to promote professional standards in independent book publishing also known as indie book publishing, and provide support and recognition for the independent book publishing profession ibppg cosponsors the next generation indie book awards, the largest notforprofit book awards program in the. In 2012, they seemingly disappeared from the market. In their original charter, they included the idea that creators owned their work, not the publishing company. While it is dominated by two massive publishers, with dc comics and marvel comics taking a lot of the focus, theres plenty of other great independent companies worth watching out for. Reimagining themselves as entertainment companies, smaller comic book publishers broaden their horizons with the hope of featuring their. Jan 28, 2019 comic books represent a huge part of our modern pop culture. Comic book publishers are taking over the screen but its not just the marvel and dc superheroes that are finding success.
Stranger comics is a comic book publishing company with full publishing and distribution services. Mad cave studios is ready to push independent comic books in a mad new direction. The comics industry experienced a minirenaissance in the 1980s, where small publishers and even selfpublishers were able to compete with the major companies for the eyes and wallets of comics fans. This list is not exhaustivemany publishers offer the occasional graphic novel in their catalog, and all of the major publishers have graphic novel imprints as part of their larger. Top 5 comic book publishers and companies the popularity of marvel movies is truly marveling. Mad cave studios an indie publisher of comics and trade paperbacks that. Meet other local comic book fans and talk about all your favorite comic book characters, super heroes, etc. They want books that redefine what books can be hybrid books, graphic novels, books that push the envelope on form and ideas. The founderceo is tony rose, an naacp image award winner. There are a lot of reasons why you should self publish a comic book. Some of their best works include, the courtyard, black summer and crossed. The next generation indie book awards is now the largest notforprofit book awards program for independent publishers and authors. Whats really special about them is their range of range of diversity in not only their books, but in their creators as well. The definitive list of comic publisher submission guidelines for.
This helps them build their mailing lists my thousands a week, and sells a ton more books than just going it alone. Romeros night of the living dead and a number of other current and upcoming titles. The oldest comic publishing company on this list is the nowdefu nct book publish ing company. The comics industry is full of incredibly diverse talent. Founded in 1992 by comic book legend jim lee and his longtime friendwriter brandon choi, wildstorm began as one of the eight independent studios that originally made up image comics. Search our free comic book database and keep track of your comic book collection online with full comic details, cover images, and current market values. Dec 11, 2018 avatar press avatar press is an independent comic book publishing platform that roll out a wide range of comic titles, covering many different genres. Dc entertainment is the parent company under which dc comics publishes. Image comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of bestselling artists. Mar 31, 2021 established in 2014, mad cave studios is an independent comic book publisher based out of bogota, colombia and miami, florida powered by madness to create genre driven, fun, and actionpacked comics for every reader.
They have separated the submissions process into three distinct groups. A few years later, they reemerged as a presumptive publisher of projected roleplaying superhero board games. Publishers accepting submissions careers in comics. Devils due publishing was formed in 1999 as both a commercial art studio and a small press comic book publisher. The definitive list of comic publisher submission guidelines. Ibppg is part of the international association of professional organizations iapo. May 24, 2018 image comics is obviously a big name, but i do include them in the list of independent comic publishers because of some key tenants in their creation, and the fact that they are not actually a part of the big two marvel and dc. Avatar press avatar press is an independent comic book publishing platform that roll out a wide range of comic titles, covering many different genres.
Our friendly and knowledgeable customer service team is here to help you on your selfpublishing journey. Jan, 2020 the commercial success of hollywood superhero stories doesnt necessarily trickle down to independent publishers, though, hakim says. The strips were published in blackandwhite paperback format each book containing 52 pages. All comic book publishers, collectors, readers, and creators are welcome. Here are seven of the top blackowned book publishers.
Mar 20, 2016 titan publishing group is an independently owned british publishing company, established in 1981. This group is devoted to the alternative and independent comics scene of the 1980s. Jun 28, 2020 the comics industry is full of incredibly diverse talent. Gamal hennessy on the business of independent comic book. Top 7 blackowned book publishers that you should know about.
All you may have to do is ask whoever it is that runs the store if they wanna carry. Prime auction ends monday april 12 to thursday april 15. Everything you need to know about selfpublishing comics. Cold cut distribution the industrys leading reorder distributor for quality independent comics. The brown shoe company was founded in 1875, mascots buster brown and tige appeared in 1904. Submission guidelines for independent comic publishers. Comic book publishing companies range from small, independent groups to midsize companies such as dynamite entertainment, idw publishing, and boom. Alternative comic books span a wide range of genres, artistic styles, and subjects. Expert distribution services for innovative publishers. Fantagraphics books is an american publisher of alternative comics, classic comic strip.
A guaranteed method on how to get any store to sell your. The business of comic book publishing has 2,754 members. Nov 20, 2020 gamal hennessy is raising funds for the business of independent comic book publishing on kickstarter. Dec 30, 2018 aftershock comics is an independent comic book publishing company based out of sherman oaks, california that was founded recently in 2015. The lions share of those dollars about 60% of sales goes to the big two comic book publishers, marvel and d. Oct 25, 2018 fantagraphics is an indie publishing company thats been putting out amazing comics, art books and guides for the last 40 years. Ipg is the original independent book sales and distribution company in the united states. We all know characters like spiderman, batman or wonder woman who dominate comic book culture.
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