US company Diamond Comic Distributors has filed for bankruptcy. For most of its history, the company has been the largest distributor of comics for Australian book retailers. With the announcement, many Australian speciality comic book shops, especially those focusing on Japanese manga titles, face an uncertain future.
“Diamond has been a linchpin of the comic book industry for over four decades. Our priority has always been to provide quality service to publishers, retailers and, ultimately, comic fans, and we remain committed to finding additional buyers for our businesses,” said President Chuck Parker earlier this month.
