Comic book shops and publishers in St. John’s continue to face challenges after Diamond Distribution’s bankruptcy in January 2025, which disrupted a long-standing monopoly on the market. Shop owners like Kerri Neil now rely on multiple distributors, complicating ordering processes and increasing costs. Local publisher Andrew Benteau has struggled with cash flow since losing revenue from Diamond, turning to direct sales through his website. Experts note that the fragmented distribution landscape may alter customer purchasing habits and impact the industry’s economics.
