Diamond Comics Digest

Diamond Comics Digest was a long-running, 101-issue anthology series published by the independent Australian publisher Diamond Comics between 1987 and 2000. Known for its digest-sized format, the series served as a showcase for a rotating cast of local and international characters, with the publisher’s own stable of heroes—such as the Panther, the Ferret, and the Crimson Comet—appearing alongside reprints of classic newspaper strips and licensed properties. It was a key title in the Australian comic scene of the late 20th century, providing a consistent, affordable entry point for readers and highlighting the talents of writers and artists like Paul Mason, Gary Chaloner, and Mike Higgs. Its longevity and variety make it an important artifact of the era’s independent publishing landscape.