Tokyopop to Extend Pre-Order Window on Web Exclusives to DM Retailers

As expected, the second half of the Tokyopop initiative that took a few popular, disputed titles off their planned exclusives list and back into the book trade has dropped, with Tokyopop announcing through places like the comics business news and analysis site ICv2.com that they are working on a program where comics and hobby stores can order titles that will be web exclusives in the same pre-order window offered to fans. News that Tokyopop was going to offer a few new and ongoing series solely through its on-line operations had caused a hugely negative reaction both from Direct Market retailers and the fans that prefer to shop for their manga through such outlets.
 
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