Comics publisher Frank Miller Presents will create graphic novels that will be distributed by Abrams’ new Kana imprint, which is led by Abrams ComicArts publisher Rodolphe Lachat.
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Distribution: Dark Ink Publishing
Dark Ink Publishing, a venture from self-published fantasy authors Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti, is being distributed by Simon & Schuster. Today they release Restless Stars, the ninth and final book in the series, in a $29.95 trade paperback edition, with an announced 80,000-copy printing. Later this year they will re-release paperbacks of early books in the series, “repackaged with significant enhancements including new covers and a bonus chapter in each edition.”
Ingram Clarifies Procedures For Former SPD Clients
Further to Monday’s reporting on unclaimed SPD inventory, Ingram clarified procedures for impacted small publishers, stating that there is “some flexibility” on the time frame. A recent email informed former SPD clients that they would need to complete a request to relocate their inventories by April 17 and that any inventory remaining at the Ingram distribution center after 60 days would be recycled. They write in an email to PL, “While we have some flexibility within the 60-day timeframe to retrieve inventory, we do ask for a prompt response to expediate their desired next steps, which includes the necessary movement […]
Distribution: Magination Press
Lerner Publisher Services will distribute American Psychological Association imprint Magination Press globally starting January 1, 2025.
Distribution: Ingram Gives SPD Clients 60 Days to Relocate Inventory; White Goat Press; Keeperton; and More
The SPD closure on March 28 continues to disrupt operations for small presses. In the latest development, Ingram emailed clients that SPD inventory being held in their warehouses will be destroyed in 60 days if not claimed. Additionally, Ingram says it is no longer processing customer orders for those titles (and therefore is not generating any revenue for the presses). They write, “As a result of this closure, our warehouse and fulfillment services relationship with SPD has ended and we have ceased fulfilling orders for your titles. This step was taken to minimize financial impact on you.” Publishers are told […]
Distribution: Walker Books Australia
Lerner Publisher Services will distribute Walker Books Australia in the U.S. and Canada beginning August 1.