DC's Absolute Batman is now selling 3 times what Scott Snyder expected, and DC staffers are looking back at 'New 52' data to learn how much bigger this is than that Absolute Batman surpasses 'New 52' Batman sales on day 1, as DC admits “the success… is beyond bewildering."

I got a chance to put 2 + 2 together on a couple Absolute Batman things based on recent quotes, historical data, and some things I've been made aware on background.

Read: www.thepopverse.com/comics-absol...

Sorry for what you went through.

This is part of the story I mentioned yesterday, but not the main thrust of it.

The larger story goes back longer.

One of Marvel Comics' most influential behind-the-scenes leaders, David Gabriel, leaves as 2026 Disney layoffs begin to unfold Marvel Comics loses key architect as David Gabriel exits amid sweeping Disney cuts

One of Marvel Comics' most influential behind-the-scenes leaders, David Gabriel, leaves as the 2026 Disney layoffs begin to unfold.

Details: www.thepopverse.com/comics-david...

I Love Libraries There's never been a more important time to support our nation's libraries.

Hi it is my birthday, please do something to support the freedom to read ❤️
Ilovelibraries.org

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Call your reps to oppose the federal book banning bill HR 7661: reps.fyi

Hello. I am in the midst of chasing a major comics story.

Story is written, just trying to get one more confirmation before we publish. Could be in the next hour, or days, or never.

Hello mutuals. It's April, so of course I'm planning already for New York Comic Con in October.

For no reason (but a lot of reasons), let me know if you plan on being at NYCC - including if you'll be there for Retailer Day.

Why Justice League: Dream Girls marks a turning point for trans heroes in the DC Universe (and why we need it now more than ever) DC Comics says “Trans Rights”: Justice League: Dream Girls explained and explored.

Why Justice League: Dream Girls marks a turning point for trans heroes in the DC Universe (and why we need it now more than ever).

@averykaplan.bsky.social @dc.com @planetx.bsky.social @nicoleamaines.bsky.social

Read on: www.thepopverse.com/comics-dc-co...

My Popverse team and I are working on two unannounced projects for ReedPop's Bookcon next week. We'll be in NYC Thursday, April 16 through Monday, April 20. Come find us (or reach out)!

Marvel Comics is hiring a Talent Relations Coordinator.

That and more in this month's #ComicJobs roundup at Popverse.

Re-share please!

Link: www.thepopverse.com/comics-jobs-...

Marvel, DC, Crunchyroll, Midtown Comics, Yen Press, GlobalComix, ReedPop, Comixology, and more are hiring comic jobs (Updated April 2026) Comics industry jobs: a monthly list of open positions you can apply for now.

Marvel, DC, Crunchyroll, Midtown Comics, Yen Press, GlobalComix, ReedPop, Comixology, and more are hiring.

Our April 2026 #ComicJobs report.

Full list: www.thepopverse.com/comics-jobs-...

Greg Capullo is quietly retiring from drawing comics after the break-up of his Batman era art team After decades at the top, Greg Capullo is ready to leave comics pages behind (but not covers).

Greg Capullo is quietly retiring from drawing comics after the breakup of his Batman era art team.

Read on: www.thepopverse.com/comics-greg-...

Hellboy creator Mike Mignola is back with a new comic searching for the secret history of the universe in Uri Tupka and the Devils Mike Mignola’s latest hero searches for faith in Uri Tupka and the Devils, a haunting new OGN in his Lands Unknown universe.

Today @popversesays.bsky.social's @chrisarrant.bsky.social has the news of the next Lands Unknown graphic novel coming from @darkhorse.com.

www.thepopverse.com/comics-uri-t...

Hellboy creator Mike Mignola is back with a new comic searching for the secret history of the universe in Uri Tupka and the Devils Mike Mignola’s latest hero searches for faith in Uri Tupka and the Devils, a haunting new OGN in his Lands Unknown universe.

Hellboy creator Mike Mignola is back with a new comic searching for the secret history of the universe in Uri Tupka and the Devils.

@mikemignola.bsky.social @darkhorse.com

Details: www.thepopverse.com/comics-uri-t...

Let us help you spend your hard-earned money on one-of-a-kind art from one of the creators coming to C2E2.

Please share and tag someone in Chicago who has good taste in art.

Sam Kieth, who turned superheroes strange and deeply human with the Sandman and his own The Maxx, dies at 63 Artist/writer Sam Kieth has died, after giving us the Sandman, The Maxx, and decades of great comics.

Sam Kieth, who turned superheroes strange and deeply human with the Sandman and his own The Maxx, dies at 63.

Read on: www.thepopverse.com/comics-sam-k...

THE Paul Axel?! I knew that guy before he was famous.

I'll be in Chicago next weekend for C2E2. Anyone want to meet up and talk comics?

We're gonna give 'em hell...

Starting this Spring I am the new writer on SPAWN and KING SPAWN. Come see how the world ends.

Re-live the best of ECCC 2026 with Popverse | Greetings From ECCC YouTube video by Popverse

Later this month, we have three more conventions: FAN EXPO HQ's MegaCon, C2E2, and PAX East... and possibly even WonderCon. See you there! 6/6!

youtu.be/go6OUFq_Gl4

... working in close contact with several others at ReedPop, including Edwin Raymond, Kylie Mason-Pursell, Liz Jaite, Brien McDonald, Kat Bishop, Randy Anderson, Alex Rae, Savannah Schafer, Len Vlahos, and others. Supporting them remotely were Jules Greene, Trent Cannon, and Josh Bertone. 5/??

The Popverse on-site team was comprised of James Goddu, Graeme McMillan, Ashley V. Robinson, Grant DeArmitt, Martin Vavra, Devin Wilson, Nathan Clark, and Jeremy Ross...

We worked hand in hand with Reaction Audio Visual and Paragon Creative Agency on the livestream, and partnered with Critical Role, Human Being Media, and others on several projects (some to be revealed later). 3/??

The Popverse team was on-site in Seattle for six days for Emerald City Comic Con. Filming, writing, hosting, editing, moderating, managing, triaging, fixing, and laughing over the two buildings that make up the Seattle Convention Center. 2/??

May we all have the energy Michael Rooker had during the Guardians of the Galaxy reunion panel at ReedPop's Emerald City Comic Con this past weekend.

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Please share this far and wide, so we have enough readership to continue doing this monthly.

Dark Horse CEO/Founder Mike Richardson exits after 40 years as new owners bring in new boss from gaming & Lord of the Rings Embracer replaces Dark Horse CEO Mike Richardson with Middle-earth Enterprises exec in leadership shakeup.

Dark Horse CEO/Founder Mike Richardson exits after 40 years as new owners bring in new boss from gaming & Lord of the Rings.

Read on: www.thepopverse.com/comics-dark-...

ECCC 2026 Artist Alley commission list Emerald City Comic Con is one of the best, but also one of the most difficult, places to snag art from your favorite comic creators. Allow Popverse to provide another way

Thanks to @chrisarrant.bsky.social & @popversesays.bsky.social for setting this up! But yes! I'll be taking commissions @emeraldcitycon.bsky.social! Prices for (ink) comms here:
www.thepopverse.com/comics-emera...

My monthly #ComicJobs tally, for March 2026.

Tell me any I'm missing in the comments!

Thank you for participating. I've been wanting to do this for awhile!