What role did magazines such as "Spirou" and "Pilote" play in the development of Franco-Belgian comics, and which notable series or artists emerged from these publications?
2. **How has the international popularity of manga impacted the global comic book market, and what are some examples of Western comics that have been influenced by manga style?
3. **What is the role of serialization in the manga industry, and how does it affect the development of stories and characters compared to standalone graphic novels?
4. **How do Japanese manga artists (mangaka) typically collaborate with their editors and publishing companies to create a successful series, and what challenges do they face in this process?
5. **In what ways has digital technology and online platforms transformed the distribution and consumption of manga and Asian comics, and what implications does this have for traditional print media?