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Can physical comics survive the rising cost of paper and shipping?
With paper costs up 30% and shipping rates volatile since 2020, physical comic publishers face a sustainability crisis that threatens the entire print distribution model. Cast your vote on whether the industry can adapt or will be forced to go fully digital.
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