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Standing test of time: children's comics see huge sales surge

Sales of children's comic books have rocketed, despite the lure of modern hobbies and pastimes. The pre-teen market - which includes classic comics such as the Dandy and Beano - has experienced a surge of more than 70% in the past four years.

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CATHERINE FEGAN

Sales of children's comic books have rocketed, despite the lure of modern hobbies and pastimes.

The pre-teen market - which includes classic comics such as the Dandy and Beano - has experienced a surge of more than 70% in the past four years.