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The situation with Action Lab underscores the precarious nature of independent comic publishing. While these companies offer avenues for creators to publish niche stories or get their start, they come with significant risks. As legal disputes unfold and creator frustrations grow, it serves as a cautionary tale: artists and writers should thoroughly vet their publishers, insist on transparent communication, and protect their rights.
The industry must address these systemic issues to ensure that independent creators can work safely and fairly. Meanwhile, creators are encouraged to take control of their work through crowdfunding, self-publishing, or establishing firm contractual protections to avoid the pitfalls currently plaguing Action Lab and similar small publishers.