DK Publishing and TNT’s Falling Skies have signed on to sponsor and contribute toward the marketing and promotion of Free Comic Book Day, which takes places Saturday May 3rd at participating comic book specialty shops across the US, Canada, and worldwide. DK and TNT’s Falling Skies will serve as supporters of Free Comic Book Day as they help shape and enrich the comic fans’ experience of the event.
In addition to DK Publishing and TNT’s Falling Skies, strategy game and model kit design company Games Workshop are partnering with Free Comic Book Day to make FCBD a memorable experience for fans of all ages. The relationships with the sponsors mark an important step in helping Free Comic Book Day gain awareness and reach new audiences.
“These sponsorships are a true testament to how much Free Comic Book Day has grown since its inception,” said FCBD spokesperson Jason Blanchard. “We can now attract major sponsors who see real value in being associated with our event, and comic book specialty shops in general, and we are grateful for their help in making FCBD an even greater event for fans.”
Celebrating its 13th year, Free Comic Book Day is an annual event where the entire comic book industry works together to raise awareness of comics and local comic book shops. On Saturday May 3rd 2014, almost 2,000 comic shops all over the world will give away millions of comics published specifically for Free Comic Book Day to new and returning customers just for coming to their shops along with hosting community involved events.
