CBLDF is developing and creating resources for those affected by the COVID-19 crisis. Government Relief Loans for Comic Businesses was made to help retailers navigate applying for government relief loans that can help their business weather the current crisis. Watch the…
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Remote Retailer Spotlight: Comic Curators
Retailer Resource: Social Media Training Webinar
Social Media: Best Practices for the Comic Book Retailer Friday, April 17th @ 1 PM PST Social media platforms have become essential spaces for millions of Americans looking to build connection and community. As a result these platforms have…
Retailer Resource for Selling Comics Online
The Coronavirus crisis affects us all. Statewide shutdowns and social distancing have led to an unprecedented mass closure of physical retail locations. To maintain business, many stores have moved toward remote retailing solutions. E-commerce platforms like eBay allow retailers to…
Register Now: Government Relief Loans for Comics Businesses Webinar
Government Relief Loans for Comics Businesses: How to Apply & Use Your Benefits Wednesday, April 8 1 PM Pacific/4 PM Eastern Register Now Comics retailers, publishers, and other industry businesses are eligible to apply for forgivable 7(A) Payroll Protection Loans and Economic…
Remote Retailer Spotlight: Facebook Live Edition
Mandatory shutdown orders are affecting retailers across the country. But that doesn’t mean you can’t still grab some new comics from your local comic shop! Where stores are closed, retailers are coming up with innovative ways to best serve their communities…
Retailer Resource for Remote Comic & Manga Book Clubs
In a continuing effort to provide the community with tools and resources to succeed in the current coronavirus crisis and beyond, CBLDF has released a retailer one-sheet to help utilize our newest Comic & Manga Book Club Handbooks with priority…
How To Apply For SBA Coronavirus Disaster Loans
The US Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that businesses in all states and territories are eligible for Coronavirus Disaster Loan Assistance from the Federal Government. For comic book retailers and other comics industry businesses suffering interruptions because of the…
Retailer Checklist For Temporary Store Closures
Mandatory shutdown orders are affecting retailers across the country. Here’s a brief checklist of some important steps you should take if you are required to temporarily close your shop to comply. 1. Take Photos or Do a Video Walkthrough of…
Comic Book Retail Webinar Series – Register Now!
More than ever, schools and libraries are eager to include comics in their collections and programming, and no one is better positioned to help them navigate the landscape than comic book retailers! Learn the secrets of selling comics to schools…