# Comic Book Giveaways Reinvented: A New Chapter for FCBD

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Podcast: [Open Source News Elements](https://stenobird.com/podcast/open-source-news-elements-7412645)
Published: 2026-05-02T15:13:51+00:00
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Join John as he explores the shake-up in the comic book industry with the rebirth of Free Comic Book Day (FCBD), the emergence of Comics Giveaway Day, and the inclusion of game publishers alongside beloved comic titles. Discover how the comic and gaming worlds are colliding and what this transformation means for fans and collectors across Australia and beyond.

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