For decades new comic books have always released on Wednesdays. But back in 2020 during the height of the pandemic that was upended by serious issues within the delivery chain. DC, along with many other publishers, had to reassess and re-strategise to keep books in stores whilst we all existed in lockdown.
Now DC has confirmed it will be returning to the traditional Wednesday release following feedback from readers and retailers. The new Wednesday release schedule will begin in July 2024.
Here’s the brief statement from DC:
DC Returns to Wednesdays for New Comic Book Day
Beginning Wednesday, July 3
In addition to DC’s ComicsPRO presentation full of great news about upcoming DC publishing initiatives, DC also revealed plans to return to a Wednesday release schedule for new periodicals, beginning in July.
Responding to feedback from retailers and readers, DC is returning to the traditional Wednesday on sale timing, with new collected editions and graphic novels continuing to release on Tuesdays. As a result of supply chain disruption in 2020, the publisher pivoted to a Tuesday release schedule for new periodicals. This summer, DC will realign with the industry standard of Wednesday releases, and the New Comic Book Day that fans look forward to each week.
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