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Super Visible - The Story of the Women of Marvel Comics with Writer Judith Stephens #shorts ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-17 | omgdjjudy.com/author-1Super Visible - The Story of the Women of Marvel Comicssimonandschuster.com/books/Super-Visible/Margaret-Stohl/9781982134617 Inspired by the hit podcast The Women of Marvel and cowritten by the #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Beautiful Creatures, this eye-opening and engaging book celebrates the women who have helped make Marvel one of the most successful comics and entertainment companies in the world.What does a hero’s journey look like when the hero in question happens to be a girl? #1 New York Times bestselling author and Marvel creator Margaret Stohl (The Life of Captain Marvel, Black Widow: Forever Red) along with Judith Stephens (producer and cocreator of the Women of Marvel podcast), and Jeanine Schaefer (critically acclaimed editor) interviewed more than a hundred women and nonbinary Marvel contributors in search of the answer to that question.With one shared goal—to make the historically invisible work of women visible—and with unprecedented access to Marvel creators, writers, and more, Stohl, Stephens, and Schaefer set out to tell the story of the women of the “House of Ideas” from 1939 through today, and along the way, to find the meaning of their own Marvel stories. Packed with biographies and illustrations from creators, graphical reprints and excerpts of historic Marvel comics, and exclusive interviews from acclaimed directors like Anna Boden and Cate Shortland; lauded writers such as Kelly Sue DeConnick, Eve Ewing, Rainbow Rowell, Nic Stone, G. Willow Wilson, Tini Howard, and Maurene Goo; top artists like Jen Bartel; and influential producer Sana Amanat, Super Visible: The Story of the Women of Marvel is an essential read for fans of all ages.omgdjjudy.com/author-1About Judy Stephens - Producer & Author:omgdjjudy.com/about-flatiron omgdjjudy.comJudy Stephens is a producer, author, host and cosplayer. Her first book, “Cosplay the Marvel Way: A Guide to Costuming Culture and Crafting Basics” is available in June. Judy is also a co-creator of the Women Of Marvel podcast and co-author of the upcoming book “Super Visible: The Story of the Women of Marvel”. With over 15 years at Marvel, Judy has worked in production of news and pop culture based content, including photos, video and multimedia. Judy's work has been featured on major geek-culture outlets like Marvel, Kotaku, and Nerdist, and within several books, including “Cosplay World” and “Yaya Han's World of Cosplay.”Since attending her first anime and comic convention in 2004, Judy has traveled the world as a staff, photographer, guest and attendee of over 100 conventions, meeting cosplayers from California to London, New Zealand and Chile. As part of her inclusion in the cosplay community, she is well known as an advocate for cosplay at Marvel and Disney, with contributions including Marvel Becoming, Marvel Cosplay Covers, Costoberfest, organizing the Marvel Cosplay Contests, social media coverage and most recently Marvel’s 616 episode “Suit Up” on Disney+. Over the last two decades, she has also cosplayed over thirty characters, including her well-known Captain Marvel. A proud Queens resident, where she lives with her two cats, she spends her free time enjoying the city, working out & traveling with friends.omgdjjudy.com/author-1omgdjjudy.com
Cosplay the Marvel Way: A Guide to Costuming Culture and Crafting Basics by Judith Stephens #Shorts ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-17 | omgdjjudy.com/author-1Cosplay the Marvel Way: A Guide to Costuming Culture and Crafting Basics hachettebookgroup.com/titles/judith-stephens/cosplay-the-marvel-way/9780762485802 The cosplay producer and co-creator of the Women Of Marvel podcast weaves together the history of Marvel cosplay with practical tips, advice, and instructions on how-to create your own cosplays based on popular Marvel heroes Black Panther, Captain America, Ms. Marvel, Ironheart, Phoenix, and Loki.An officially licensed guide to learning about and creating Marvel cosplays, Cosplay the Marvel Way walks readers through every step of the creative process—from choosing a character, gathering your materials and tools, building your cosplay using items in your closet or from the thrift store, and showing off their new look at a convention or photoshoot. Whether you are just starting out or have a whole closet jam-packed with amazing cosplays, this book is perfect for anyone Marvel fans that are interested in or love dressing up as their favorite super heroes. Cosplay the Marvel Way is a reminder that cosplay is more than making and putting on a costume–it’s about community, about finding who you are, and expressing it through the intersection of comics and fashion.omgdjjudy.com/author-1About Judy Stephens - Producer & Author:omgdjjudy.com/about-flatiron omgdjjudy.comJudy Stephens is a producer, author, host and cosplayer. Her first book, “Cosplay the Marvel Way: A Guide to Costuming Culture and Crafting Basics” is available in June. Judy is also a co-creator of the Women Of Marvel podcast and co-author of the upcoming book “Super Visible: The Story of the Women of Marvel”. With over 15 years at Marvel, Judy has worked in production of news and pop culture based content, including photos, video and multimedia. Judy's work has been featured on major geek-culture outlets like Marvel, Kotaku, and Nerdist, and within several books, including “Cosplay World” and “Yaya Han's World of Cosplay.”Since attending her first anime and comic convention in 2004, Judy has traveled the world as a staff, photographer, guest and attendee of over 100 conventions, meeting cosplayers from California to London, New Zealand and Chile. As part of her inclusion in the cosplay community, she is well known as an advocate for cosplay at Marvel and Disney, with contributions including Marvel Becoming, Marvel Cosplay Covers, Costoberfest, organizing the Marvel Cosplay Contests, social media coverage and most recently Marvel’s 616 episode “Suit Up” on Disney+. Over the last two decades, she has also cosplayed over thirty characters, including her well-known Captain Marvel. A proud Queens resident, where she lives with her two cats, she spends her free time enjoying the city, working out & traveling with friends.omgdjjudy.com/author-1omgdjjudy.com
Cosplay the Marvel Way and Super Visible: The Story of the Women of Marvel Comics by Judith Stephens ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-17 | omgdjjudy.com/author-1 Cosplay the Marvel Way Book and Super Visible:The Story of the Women of Marvel Comics Book by Judith Stephensomgdjjudy.comomgdjjudy.com/author-1 Cosplay the Marvel Way: A Guide to Costuming Culture and Crafting Basics hachettebookgroup.com/titles/judith-stephens/cosplay-the-marvel-way/9780762485802 The cosplay producer and co-creator of the Women Of Marvel podcast weaves together the history of Marvel cosplay with practical tips, advice, and instructions on how-to create your own cosplays based on popular Marvel heroes Black Panther, Captain America, Ms. Marvel, Ironheart, Phoenix, and Loki.An officially licensed guide to learning about and creating Marvel cosplays, Cosplay the Marvel Way walks readers through every step of the creative process—from choosing a character, gathering your materials and tools, building your cosplay using items in your closet or from the thrift store, and showing off their new look at a convention or photoshoot. Whether you are just starting out or have a whole closet jam-packed with amazing cosplays, this book is perfect for anyone Marvel fans that are interested in or love dressing up as their favorite super heroes. Cosplay the Marvel Way is a reminder that cosplay is more than making and putting on a costume–it’s about community, about finding who you are, and expressing it through the intersection of comics and fashion.Super Visible - The Story of the Women of Marvel Comicssimonandschuster.com/books/Super-Visible/Margaret-Stohl/9781982134617 Inspired by the hit podcast The Women of Marvel and cowritten by the #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Beautiful Creatures, this eye-opening and engaging book celebrates the women who have helped make Marvel one of the most successful comics and entertainment companies in the world.What does a hero’s journey look like when the hero in question happens to be a girl? #1 New York Times bestselling author and Marvel creator Margaret Stohl (The Life of Captain Marvel, Black Widow: Forever Red) along with Judith Stephens (producer and cocreator of the Women of Marvel podcast), and Jeanine Schaefer (critically acclaimed editor) interviewed more than a hundred women and nonbinary Marvel contributors in search of the answer to that question.With one shared goal—to make the historically invisible work of women visible—and with unprecedented access to Marvel creators, writers, and more, Stohl, Stephens, and Schaefer set out to tell the story of the women of the “House of Ideas” from 1939 through today, and along the way, to find the meaning of their own Marvel stories. Packed with biographies and illustrations from creators, graphical reprints and excerpts of historic Marvel comics, and exclusive interviews from acclaimed directors like Anna Boden and Cate Shortland; lauded writers such as Kelly Sue DeConnick, Eve Ewing, Rainbow Rowell, Nic Stone, G. Willow Wilson, Tini Howard, and Maurene Goo; top artists like Jen Bartel; and influential producer Sana Amanat, Super Visible: The Story of the Women of Marvel is an essential read for fans of all ages.omgdjjudy.comAbout Judy Stephens - Producer & Author:omgdjjudy.com/about-flatiron omgdjjudy.comJudy Stephens is a producer, author, host and cosplayer. Her first book, “Cosplay the Marvel Way: A Guide to Costuming Culture and Crafting Basics” is available in June. Judy is also a co-creator of the Women Of Marvel podcast and co-author of the upcoming book “Super Visible: The Story of the Women of Marvel”. With over 15 years at Marvel, Judy has worked in production of news and pop culture based content, including photos, video and multimedia. Judy's work has been featured on major geek-culture outlets like Marvel, Kotaku, and Nerdist, and within several books, including “Cosplay World” and “Yaya Han's World of Cosplay.”Since attending her first anime and comic convention in 2004, Judy has traveled the world as a staff, photographer, guest and attendee of over 100 conventions, meeting cosplayers from California to London, New Zealand and Chile. As part of her inclusion in the cosplay community, she is well known as an advocate for cosplay at Marvel and Disney, with contributions including Marvel Becoming, Marvel Cosplay Covers, Costoberfest, organizing the Marvel Cosplay Contests, social media coverage and most recently Marvel’s 616 episode “Suit Up” on Disney+. Over the last two decades, she has also cosplayed over thirty characters, including her well-known Captain Marvel. A proud Queens resident, where she lives with her two cats, she spends her free time enjoying the city, working out & traveling with friends.omgdjjudy.comomgdjjudy.com/author-1 Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group:avengershq.comWho Are the Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group :avengershq.com/sample-page/club-mission
Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Interviews: Cosplay For Great Causes @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-16 | avengershq.comAvengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Interviews: Cosplay For Great Causes @ San Diego Comic ConAvengers Initiative Marvel Costume Groupavengershq.cominstagram.com/avengerscosplayWest Coast Avengersavengershq.com/team-listings/west-coast-avengersinstagram.com/californiaavengersfacebook.com/WestCoastAvengerscaliforniaavengers@gmail.comAvengers Mid Pacificavengershq.com/avengers-mid-pacific-2instagram.com/avengersmidpacificfacebook.com/Avengers.Mid.Pacificavengers.midpacific@gmail.comLone Star Avengersavengershq.com/lonestar-avengersfacebook.com/LoneStarAvengerslonestar.avengers@gmail.comWho We Are - Avengers Initiative:avengershq.com/sample-page/club-missionMarvel Comic fans come from a wide spectrum of backgrounds, but no matter how diverse, or where they are located in the world, common bonds become evident when people come together to celebrate their passion for The legendary super hero Group known as the AVENGERS.Many fans are happy to collect action figures…other fans want to become action figures. Nothing professes your fandom quite like building your own detailed costume replica of an AVENGERS character, and there’s nothing quite like the feeling that comes from bringing the characters of Marvel Comics into the real world and sharing the magic with others. Avengers Initiative - Our Purpose:Our organization was founded to basically provide a collective identity for costuming fans with similar interests, the AVENGERS INITIATIVE is proud to put its resources to good use through fundraising, charity work, and volunteerism.The Avengers Initiative (hereafter referred to as “The Avengers” or “Initiative”) is a Marvel Comics fan club dedicated to celebrating the Marvel Universe through costuming. The Avengers is an all-volunteer organization formed for the express purpose of bringing together costume enthusiasts under a collective identity within which to operate. The Avengers seeks to promote interest in Marvel Comics through the building and wearing of quality costumes, and to facilitate the use of these costumes for Marvel Comics-related events as well as contributions to the local community through costumed charity and volunteer work.The Avengers recognizes it holds no claim over the costumes and characters it portrays. The members of the Avengers acknowledge and accept that while in costume, we represent the Marvel Entertainment brand and will do so professionally and responsibly at all times.avengershq.comAbout Judy Stephens - Producer & Author:omgdjjudy.comomgdjjudy.com/about-flatiron Cosplay the Marvel Way: A Guide to Costuming Culture and Crafting Basics hachettebookgroup.com/titles/judith-stephens/cosplay-the-marvel-way/9780762485802 The cosplay producer and co-creator of the Women Of Marvel podcast weaves together the history of Marvel cosplay with practical tips, advice, and instructions on how-to create your own cosplays based on popular Marvel heroes Black Panther, Captain America, Ms. Marvel, Ironheart, Phoenix, and Loki.An officially licensed guide to learning about and creating Marvel cosplays, Cosplay the Marvel Way walks readers through every step of the creative process—from choosing a character, gathering your materials and tools, building your cosplay using items in your closet or from the thrift store, and showing off their new look at a convention or photoshoot. Whether you are just starting out or have a whole closet jam-packed with amazing cosplays, this book is perfect for anyone Marvel fans that are interested in or love dressing up as their favorite super heroes. Cosplay the Marvel Way is a reminder that cosplay is more than making and putting on a costume–it’s about community, about finding who you are, and expressing it through the intersection of comics and fashion.Super Visible - The Story of the Women of Marvel Comicssimonandschuster.com/books/Super-Visible/Margaret-Stohl/9781982134617 Inspired by the hit podcast The Women of Marvel and cowritten by the #1 New York Times bestselling coauthor of Beautiful Creatures, this eye-opening and engaging book celebrates the women who have helped make Marvel one of the most successful comics and entertainment companies in the world.
Avengers Assemble! Suiting Up and Serving Others with Marvel Causplay Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-16 | avengershq.cominstagram.com/avengerscosplayAvengers Assemble! Suiting Up and Serving Others with Marvel Causplay Panel @ San Diego Comic ConMarvel fans, are you interested in cosplay but unsure where to begin? Perhaps you have suited up before but are curious how to use your passion for a good cause. Avengers Initiative members, a national volunteer not-for-profit group of Marvel costume fans, will discuss with event partners on how to get started in cosplay as well as giving back to your communities via service events. Mark Chu-Lin (head commanding officer, Avengers Initiative) will moderate panelists Bryan Lee (head executive officer, Avengers Initiative), Kato Trooper (captain of the guard, Avengers Initiative), Coby Thornton(commanding officer, Avengers Mid-Pacific of Hawaii), Kendell Northrop (volunteer member of West Coast Avengers of California), Judy Stephens (author of Cosplay the Marvel Way; co-founder of the Women of Marvel podcast), Kimberly Yong (content distributor), and Kerri Rivas (California Highway Patrol officer).avengershq.com/contact-usWest Coast Avengersavengershq.com/team-listings/west-coast-avengersinstagram.com/californiaavengersfacebook.com/WestCoastAvengerscaliforniaavengers@gmail.comAvengers Mid Pacificavengershq.com/avengers-mid-pacific-2instagram.com/avengersmidpacificfacebook.com/Avengers.Mid.Pacificavengers.midpacific@gmail.comLone Star Avengersavengershq.com/lonestar-avengersfacebook.com/LoneStarAvengerslonestar.avengers@gmail.comWho We Are - Avengers Initiative:avengershq.com/sample-page/club-missionMarvel Comic fans come from a wide spectrum of backgrounds, but no matter how diverse, or where they are located in the world, common bonds become evident when people come together to celebrate their passion for The legendary super hero Group known as the AVENGERS.Many fans are happy to collect action figures…other fans want to become action figures. Nothing professes your fandom quite like building your own detailed costume replica of an AVENGERS character, and there’s nothing quite like the feeling that comes from bringing the characters of Marvel Comics into the real world and sharing the magic with others. Avengers Initiative - Our Purpose:Our organization was founded to basically provide a collective identity for costuming fans with similar interests, the AVENGERS INITIATIVE is proud to put its resources to good use through fundraising, charity work, and volunteerism.The Avengers Initiative (hereafter referred to as “The Avengers” or “Initiative”) is a Marvel Comics fan club dedicated to celebrating the Marvel Universe through costuming. The Avengers is an all-volunteer organization formed for the express purpose of bringing together costume enthusiasts under a collective identity within which to operate. The Avengers seeks to promote interest in Marvel Comics through the building and wearing of quality costumes, and to facilitate the use of these costumes for Marvel Comics-related events as well as contributions to the local community through costumed charity and volunteer work.The Avengers recognizes it holds no claim over the costumes and characters it portrays. The members of the Avengers acknowledge and accept that while in costume, we represent the Marvel Entertainment brand and will do so professionally and responsibly at all times.avengershq.comavengershq.com/contact-usinstagram.com/avengerscosplayavengershq.com
Cos-ability: Cosplay Without Boundaries Panel Presented by SHEPROP! @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-16 | sheprop.cominstagram.com/shepropfacebook.com/groups/ShePropshepropforum@gmail.comCos-ability: Cosplay Without Boundaries Panel Presented by SHEPROP! @ San Diego Comic ConCosplay and conventions can bring a thrilling rush of creativity and community, but they can also be physically and mentally exhausting. For disabled cosplayers, those challenges are amplified, but so is their creativity. Hear from creators who craft, compete, and give back to the community while navigating the realities of mental and physical disabilities.Cos-ability: Cosplay Without Boundaries Panelists Include: Chriss Lyn (HMUA and cosplayer), Mandy Pursley (Be The Spark Cosplay), Jessica Mills (HMUA and cosplayer), Crystal Rivers (Actress, Writer, Producer, Advocate)comiccon2025.sched.com/event/271SS/cos-ability-cosplay-without-boundaries?iframe=no This panel explores cosplaying and con-ing while disabled with both conversation and audience Q&A, and we include specific resources from SDCC Deaf and Disabled Services (DADS) for those with accessibility needs ♿️ navigating SDCC.ADA stickers and Companion badge placards can be picked up outside the Hall A lobby. Hall A lobby is also the location of Deaf and Disabled Services, including the DADS rest area which you can only access with your sticker and/or Companion badge placard.Cos-ability: Cosplay Without Boundaries Panelists Contact Information: Be the Spark Cosplay @bethesparkcosplayinstagram.com/bethesparkcosplayCrystal Rivers @crystal_rivers_instagram.com/crystal_rivers_ Chrissy Lynn S. @mxchrissylynninstagram.com/mxchrissylynnJessica Mills @jmillsmakeupandhairinstagram.com/jmillsmakeupandhair L. Bond and Moderator @joy.goblininstagram.com/joy.goblinsheprop.comWHAT IS SHEPROP?sheprop.com/about We are a thriving community of cosplayers, makers and artists!SheProp is a unique and vital part of the cosplay community designed to support female, non-binary and transgender cosplayers, artists and makers of all skill levels across the globe. In the SheProp Community space, members can post work-in-progress images, ask questions, and fully engage with a robust maker community without fear of receiving unsolicited “advice” and degrading commentary, a common issue within most other online maker spaces.Topics surrounding sensitive social commentary are commonly discussed within the community, with an emphasis on education, understanding and empathy. SHEPROP MISSION:SheProp strives to bring the collective of unique knowledge of building processes and techniques to female, non-binary and transgender cosplayers of all skill levels, to encourage our members to create, learn and inspire each other, as well as be positive role models themselves within the maker community. Our daily goal is to instill confidence within every member through our community!SHEPROP FOUNDER:Beverly Downen of Downen Creative Studios founded SheProp in 2018 after seeing a need for supportive groups for female and other gender underrepresented cosplayers and makers.downencreativestudios.com/about downencreativestudios.com beverly@downencreativestudios.com instagram.com/downen_creative_studios facebook.com/downencreativestudios SHEPROP Contact Information:sheprop.comshepropforum@gmail.cominstagram.com/shepropfacebook.com/groups/ShePropyoutube.com/c/shepropsheprop.com
Building Accessibility in Film, TV & Fandom Spaces Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-16 | indievisibleentertainment.comBuilding Accessibility in Film, TV & Fandom Spaces Panel @ San Diego Comic Concomiccon2025.sched.com/event/271RR/building-accessibility-in-fandom?iframe=no A staple of pop culture and fandom is the idea that everyone is welcome in our spaces—but what can we do to make the space even more accessible? This panel of accessibility advocates in the pop culture and entertainment space—including Chelsea Schwartz (actor, influencer), MagicalBlackGirl Alia(influencer, MagicalBlackGirlAlia), Kiah Amara (production accessibility for AppleTV+, Best Foot Forward), Cutter Ray Palacios (mental health coordinator, Blue Film), Jade Valkyrie (cosplayer, JadeValkyrie), and Angel Giuffria (actor, Twisted Metal, Good Trouble)—discuss the small and big actions that can be taken to ensure everyone has a seat at the table. Topics include accessibility faux pas that may be perpetuating in our communities, what to look for to consider your workspace and/or event accessible, and practical actions and resources film sets, TV productions, and fandom spaces can take advantage of.Building Accessibility in Film, TV & Fandom Spaces Panelists:Chelsea Schwartz@sprinkledbymagicinstagram.com/sprinkledbymagicsprinkledbymagic.kit.comAlia Pyatt@magicalblackgirlaliainstagram.com/magicalblackgirlaliaJade Valkyrie@JadeValkyrieinstagram.com/JadeValkyrieKiah Amara@indievisiblefilmsinstagram.com/indievisiblefilmsindievisibleentertainment.comCutter Ray Palacios@cutterraypalaciosinstagram.com/cutterraypalaciosAngel Giuffri @aannggeellllinstagram.com/aannggeelllldemoreel.com/angelgiuffria
Healing Art: Superman, Star Wars, Sumos, and Spirits Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-16 | comiccon2025.sched.com/event/26wji/healing-art-superman-star-wars-sumos-and-spiritsWayne Lo (ILM VFX art director, Clone Wars designer), Eisner Award winners Gene Luen Yang (American Born Chinese, Superman) and Thien Pham(Family Style), cartoonist Brianna Loewinsohn (Raised by Ghosts), and Frank Ordaz (by live video—Emmy & Oscar award winner, Return of the Jedi, Star Trek II, Goonies, E.T.) discuss the interplay of creativity, readership, viewership and the healing power of art, as well as offer first-hand accounts of art overcoming mental, emotional, spiritual and even physical trauma and illness. From Kryptonian creative catharsis to Tatooine plein-air paintings, from a bowl of Pho in San Jose to inspired challah bread in Oakland, this panel serves it up so fresh; like a side salad from Regula, grown underground, it could change your life! Come early, or a seat could be as rare as Jogan fruit on Coruscant!Healing Art: Superman, Star Wars, Sumos, and Spirits Panelists:Wayne Lo (designer, Clone Wars; ILM VFX art director)imdb.com/name/nm1195348Gene Yang (creator, executive producer, American Born Chinese TV series; author, Lunar New Year Love Story, Shang-Chi)https://linktr.ee/geneluenyang geneyang.com Briana Loewinsohn (graphic novelist, Ephemera).https://www.instagram.com/brianabreak...https://linktr.ee/brianabreaksThien Pham (graphic novelist, Family Style: Memories of an American from Vietnam)https://www.instagram.com/thiendog/?h...https://linktr.ee/thiendog
Crowdfunding Lessions Learned for Indie Cartoonist Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-16 | kickstarter.comCrowdfunding Lessions Learned for Indie Cartoonist Panel @ San Diego Comic ConCrowdfunding is one of the most powerful resources for the independent comics creator, but it can also be one of the most daunting. How does one get started? What if the funding goal isn't met? And what does it all say about you? Moderator Justin Giampaoli (editor/writer) discusses crowdfunding nuances, best practices, and paths to success with established independent creators Karla Medrano (writer), Melissa J. Massey (artist/writer), Arthur N. Ebuen (writer/artist), and Ryan Claytor (comics artist/professor). Kickstarter Website:kickstarter.comKickstarter Comics Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/comicsKickstarter Games Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/games Kickstarter Art Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/artKickstarter Publishing Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/publishingKickstarter Theater Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/theater Kickstarter Fashion Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/fashionKickstarter Discover Section:kickstarter.com/discoverKickstarter Journalism Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/journalism Kickstarter Website:kickstarter.com
Tabletop Publishing: Getting onto Store Shelves Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-16 | kickstarter.comTabletop Publishing: Getting onto Store Shelves Panel @ San Diego Comic ConWith over 6,000 tabletop games coming out a year, how do you get your board game to store shelves? Industry experts Carol Rapp (CEO, Merz Verlag), Scott Boor (category manager, GTS Distribution), Katie Lowther (retail partnerships manager, Critical Role), and Christopher O’Neal (co-founder, Brotherwise Games) share the business of distribution, sales, and retail stores. If you are gearing up to have your game on store shelves, come hear about the tabletop game space.Kickstarter Website:kickstarter.comKickstarter Games Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/games Kickstarter Comics Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/comicsKickstarter Art Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/artKickstarter Publishing Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/publishingKickstarter Theater Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/theater Kickstarter Fashion Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/fashionKickstarter Discover Section:kickstarter.com/discoverKickstarter Journalism Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/journalism Kickstarter Website:kickstarter.com
Crowdfunding Tabletop Games Panel @ San Diego Comic Con - Kickstarters & Crowdfunding Campaigns Now ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-16 | kickstarter.comCrowdfunding Tabletop Games Panel @ San Diego Comic Con - Kickstarter Your Tabletop Game - Kickstarters & Crowdfunding Campaigns NowCrowdfunding continues to be an effective way to bring funding to tabletop games, with multiple Kickstarters being launched every week, being able to bring tabletop games directly to players and fund ideas. If you are looking to plan a Kickstarter for your tabletop game, come listen to industry experts Andrew Marks (director of product, performance, Kickstarter), Teagan Morrison (co-founder, Hero Forge), and Peter Vaughan (co-founder, Cardboard Alchemy) as they discuss best practices and trends and share stories from the latest tabletop game Kickstarters and crowdfunding campaigns.Kickstarter Website:kickstarter.comKickstarter Games Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/games Kickstarter Comics Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/comicsKickstarter Art Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/artKickstarter Publishing Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/publishingKickstarter Theater Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/theater Kickstarter Fashion Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/fashionKickstarter Discover Section:kickstarter.com/discoverKickstarter Journalism Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/journalism Kickstarter Website:kickstarter.com
Building Your Own Themyscira: Networking in Your Niche Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-03 | comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gL59/building-your-own-themyscira-networking-in-your-niche?iframe=noBuilding Your Own Themyscira: Networking in Your Niche Panel @ San Diego Comic ConJordan Dené Ellis (Jordandené, The Sartorial Geek, Adobe) hosts a roundtable discussion with Goldie Chan (Warm Robots, Forbes), Taalia Vess (Twitch, Cosplayer), Matt Cox (Puffs, Kapow-i GoGo), Che Grayson (DC Comics, Disney Television Animation), and Rose Del Vecchio (FanMail) about networking and building a strong community.comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gL59/building-your-own-themyscira-networking-in-your-niche?iframe=noJordan Dene Eliisinstagram.com/jordandeneellis Matt Cox@coxxloxxyinstagram.com/coxxyloxxy
We Belong: Queer and Black Sci-Fi Fantasy Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-03 | prismcomics.org and stackeddeckpress.com We Belong: Queer and Black Sci-Fi Fantasy Panel @ San Diego Comic ConStacked Deck Press and Prism Comics talk about how queer independent creators put together We Belong, the new all-Black, all-Queer sci-fi fantasy comics anthology. The panel will explore finding comics creators, editing and designing the book, organizing crowdfunding and marketing plans, gaining interest and support, and more. Editors William O. Tyler (Tannis Comix, Theater of Terror) and Viktor Kerney (StrangeLore) and queer creators from the anthology will share their personal stories and answer questions in the spirit of supporting creators to make queer comics for marginalized communities. Panelists Jordan Green (We Belong), Ajuan Mance (Gender Studies: True Adventures of an Accidental Outlaw and Living While Black: Portraits of Everyday Resistance), Sean Z. Maker(Myth, We Belong), Desmond Miller (We Belong, Between Here and the Lint Trap), Tulani Kiara (We Belong, WINC Magazine Noir Issue), and Gaia WXYZ(Professor, UC Berkeley, We Belong).comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gO6z/we-belong-queer-and-black-sci-fi-fantasy?iframe=no Prism Comicsprismcomics.org instagram.com/qconprism Stacked Deck Pressstackeddeckpress.com Tannis Comixtanniscomix.comViktor Kerney instagram.com/hisnameisviktor
Official Disneybound Panel: Tips and Tricks from Your Favorites in the Fandom! @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-02 | disneybound.co The Official Disneybound Panel: Tips and Tricks from Your Favorites in the Fandom! Panel @ San Diego Comic ConLeslie Kay (creator of the viral The Disneybound Blog and author of Disney Publishing's DisneyBound: Dress Disney and Make It Fashion), a group of Disneybound pros—Erika Kurzawa, Tiffany Sutton, Logan Allison, Sydney Lew, and Rayna Lew—and moderator Kelsey Walmer give their tips and tricks for conceptualizing, building, and styling the perfect DisneyBound outfit and experiences in this community over the last decade.comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gL0D/the-official-disneybound-panel-tips-and-tricks-from-your-favorites-in-the-fandom?iframe=no Leslie Kay instagram.com/leslieakayKelsey Walmer instagram.com/van_kelsing
Enter the Latina Superhero Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-02 | latinasuperheroes.com Enter the Latina Superhero Panel @ San Diego Comic ConGloria Calderon Kellett (showrunner, Amazon's With Love and Netflix's One Day at a Time), Jolene Rodriguez (CEO, Broken English Productions), Judalina Neira (co-executive producer and writer, The Boys), Patricia Riggen (director, Dopesick), and Kayden Phoenix (creator, A La Brava) discuss the pipeline, programming, and proper development of bringing Latina superheroes to mainstream audiences. Moderated by Liz Hernandez (broadcaster of 94.7 The Wave).comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gL8j/enter-the-latina-superhero?iframe=no Gloria Calderon Kellett instagram.com/gloriakellettJolene Rodriguez instagram.com/jolene_rodriguez_ Judalina Neirainstagram.com/thejudalina Patricia Riggen instagram.com/patriciariggen Kayden Phoenixinstagram.com/kaydenphoenix latinasuperheroes.cominstagram.com/latinasuperheroesyoutube.com/@latinasuperheroes/featured Liz Hernandez instagram.com/lizhernandez wordaful.com instagram.com/947thewave
Comics and Other Geek Items for the Vision Impaired Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-02 | comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gL1l/comics-and-other-geek-items-for-the-vision-impaired?i&iframe=no Comics and Other Geek Items for the Vision Impaired Panel @ San Diego Comic ConBlind and vision-impaired people love comics, gaming, TV, and movies, as well as all sorts of science fiction/fantasy/horror artforms just as much as their sighted counterparts. How do they enjoy such things with little or no eyesight? Blind adventurer, stand-up comedian, and unashamed geek Joshua Loya (52 Masters, 2 Lives Podcast: April 23, 2024) and world-famous actor, audiobook narrator, and writer Scott Brick (Audiobook narration: Dune & the Shannara series) are joined by actor and audio description advocate Roy Samuelson (House of Dragons, Marvel's Hit-Monkey) along with magician and writer, Chad Allen (the groundbreaking audio comic Unseen, Penn & Teller: Fool Us) to share what options exist for nonvisual entertainment.Joshua Loya instagram.com/joshuathejedijoshuathejedi.com Scott Brickinstagram.com/thescottbrick scottbrick.comRoy Samuelson instagram.com/roysamuelsonroysamuelson.com Chad Alleninstagram.com/chadallenmagic chadallenmagic.com
The 501st Legion” Star Wars Villainous Costuming Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-02 | 501st.com Friday July 26, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT Room 7ABGet an introduction to the creation of fan-made villain costumes from all Star Wars movies and beyond. Legion members Linds Cepak, Dean Amstutz, Kevin Weir, David Neth, David Ancheta, Joe Lara, and Todd Mullin from the Imperial Sands and Southern California Garrisons will provide an overview of the creative process that brings Stormtroopers, Tusken Raiders, Boba Fett, or Kylo Ren from the silver screen into reality. They will discuss membership, from initial interest through final approval, and talk about the process for working with armor parts, small prop and soft costume construction, and 3D modeling and printing.comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gHDp?iframe=no 501st.com "...The 501st Legion is an international costuming organization dedicated to celebrating STAR WARS™ through the creation and use of quality costumes that portray the villainous, morally ambiguous, or non-partisan characters from the STAR WARS™ universe. The Legion promotes interest in STAR WARS and facilitates the use of these costumes for STAR WARS-related events as well as contributes to the local community through costumed charity and volunteer work..."To Promote Interest in Star Wars:While a growing number of people are experiencing a reawakening of their Star Wars fandom, new generations are seeking ways to celebrate their passion for George Lucas's modern mythology. The 501st Legion brings these fans together, reinforcing the enduring longevity of the Star Wars saga.To Facilitate the Use of Costumes:Some fans are content to collect action figures...other fans want to be action figures. Nothing professes your passion quite like building your own detailed costume replica of a classic Star Wars villain, and there's nothing quite like the feeling that comes from bringing the characters of Star Wars into the real world and sharing the magic with others.To Contribute:While our organization was founded to simply provide a collective identity for costuming fans with similar interests, the 501st is proud to put its resources to good use through fundraising, charity work, and volunteering.501st.com 501st Legion APPEARANCESPROMOTIONAL:Businesses, including LFL licensees and partners, that wish to enlist the Legion's help for a Star Wars promotional event should first email Lucasfilm at fanevents@starwars.com to get approval for their ideas and guidance on how to work with the 501st Legion and the Star Wars brand.CHARITY:While we do not charge a fee for appearances (public or private), we enthusiastically welcome donations made to a charitable organization in the name of the 501st Legion.COMMUNITY:The 501st takes great pride in its charitable works and promotional appearances, but there are those occasions when fun and Community is still the primary call to action.501ST LEGION AND CHARITY:501st.com/charity Who We Are: The 501st LegionYear Founded: 1997Online Space: http://www.501st.comMake a Wish Foundation Endowment: http://wish.org/501stfan“…The Legion is an all-volunteer organization formed for the express purpose of bringing together costume enthusiasts under a collective identity within which to operate. The Legion seeks to promote interest in Star Wars through the building and wearing of quality costumes, and to facilitate the use of these costumes for Star Wars-related events as well as contributions to the local community through costumed charity and volunteer work…”While the 501st was initially founded to unite costumers with a penchant for Star Wars villainy, one of our real-world missions is to bring good to our communities through volunteer charity work. The 501st is always looking for opportunities to brighten the lives of the less fortunate and to bring awareness to positive causes on both a local and global scale.For more information on the legion, visit our home page at www.501st.comInterested on partnering the 501st Legion with your charity or organization at an event? 501st.com/request.php 501st.com facebook.com/The501stLegion info@501st.com501st.com
Writing Their Realities: California’s First Indigenous Press Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-02 | greatoakpress.com Writing Their Realities: California’s First Indigenous Press Panel @ San Diego Comic ConGraphic novel and comics writer Chag Lowry (Yurok/Maidu/Achumawi) joins writers/editors Camaray Davalos and Avelaka Macarro of the Pechanga Tribe as they share about the graphic novel Soldiers Unknown (Lowry) and the Native women's poetry and art anthology Yáamay (Davalos, Macarro, et al.), published by the Pechanga Tribe's Great Oak Press. They’ll discuss their publishing journeys and the challenges and triumphs in this industry as indigenous people. The Press director Lauren Niezgodzki and Kumeyaay artist Johnny Bear Contreras will moderatecomiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gHF8/writing-their-realities-californias-first-indigenous-press?i&iframe=no greatoakpress.com instagram.com/_yaamay_instagram.com/piwiishologyinstagram.com/chag_lowry greatoakpress.com Yáamay: An Anthology of Feminine Perspectives Across Indigenous CaliforniaYáamay: An Anthology of Feminine Perspectives Across Indigenous California is a collection of Indigenous poetry, artwork, and essays specific to what is now known as Southern California. The lead authors separated these pieces into the four natural parts of our story: Tówla (Root), Kúp (Sleep, Dormant), Wólnish (Cultivate), and $ó'a (Bloom), with each section exploring the eras of pre-contact, post-contact, present, and future.Collectively, these pieces portray the multifarious effects of colonization on Indigenous people of this area, from the California Mission system, to the traumatic assimilationist policies that are still felt today. At the same time, a focus on ancestral teachings, the nostalgia of growing up on the rez, and the joys of (self)love and independence can be found in a way that defies these wounds. greatoakpress.com Soldiers UnknownThe Klamath River, 1918. The native Yurok people of Northern California have been untouched by the savage world war raging in Europe--until now. Three cousins are called to serve a nation that has given little but cruelty to their people. Thrust into battle on the Western Front, these young men struggle to preserve their humanity while facing the unspeakable horrors of the greatest military conflict ever known.Other Great Oak Press Books Available:The Temecula Massacre: A Forgotten Battlefield Landscape of the Mexican-American WarFlavors of the Temecula Valley WineriesSitting Rock and the Rock that Became a MountainPolóovi Temét!'Atáaxum AlphabetChuxíllaxish'Éxva Teméeku: Where We BeganGood Night, Pechanga!Hiycham ∫ um 'ivím?Indians of the Tulares: Adaptation, Relocation, and Subjugation in Central California, 1771-1917'Ivá' Pá'kwarit Po'é' 'Axánya - How the Tadpole Got its LegsPotáaxaw'Iví' 'Axánninik Popúsh Wi'áasal Maríqqaxma Kuláawut - How the Acorn Became a TreeIví' 'Axánninik Sakíshla Pówki 'Axánya - How The Caterpillar Got Its WingsKa'm-t'em: A Journey Toward HealingKíichaPayómkawichum Pomtúkmay: Baskets of the People of the WestPolóovi Temét!Resurrecting the Past: The California Mission MythShadows of Sherman Institute: A Photographic History of the Indian School on Magnolia AvenueSoldiers UnknownWóoyiwuncha!About Great Oak Press:greatoakpress.com/about-great-oak-pressgreatoakpress.com/our-authors In 2014 Pechanga established Great Oak Press in order to provide an avenue by which Native voices and topics of significance and importance to Native Americans could find their way into the contemporary discourse and become both a growing and permanent part of recorded knowledge.As a publisher of scholarly and academic books, Pechanga’s Great Oak Press is dedicated to working with the leading experts, as well as the up and coming experts in a wide range of fields, ranging from the arts to the sciences and from history to languages. Our focus, though broad in topics, is finely centered on publishing works of great importance that preserve and expand knowledge, as well as, encourage creative thought and intellectual exploration.However, Great Oak Press is not focused solely on producing scholarly titles that only the academic and higher education community find accessible. Rather, Great Oak Press is committed to producing books of exceptional quality that literally begin with First Readers for children and include works for the entire range that comprises the K-12 reading levels. After all, the health of society is directly related to its efforts at raising and educating its youth.greatoakpress.com instagram.com/_yaamay_instagram.com/piwiishologyinstagram.com/chag_lowry greatoakpress.com
Indigenous and Latinx Public Art: Turning Stage Plays into Comics Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-02 | eyaayahuunfoundation.org Indigenous and Latinx Public Art: Turning Stage Plays into Comics Panel @ San Diego Comic ConMabelle Reynoso (playwright and teaching artist), Johnny Bear Contreras (Kumeyaay public artist), and Zulema Reynoso (comic artivist and educator) will discuss turning Mabelle's borderlands steampunk fairytale play Somos Aire into a comic to increase public awareness about environmental justice in the San Ysidro–Tijuana region. Mabelle and Zulema will share their collaborative vision as sisters, artists, and multidisciplinary storytellers to spark community action with an emphasis on youth participation. As a member of the original people and storytellers of the San Diego region, Johnny Bear will discuss his theatrical debut as a collaborator and set designer for Somos Aire. He will also share about his new Kumeyaay art and sculpture work on campus at San Diego State University. Providing cultural context will be Stan Rodriquez (Kumeyaay cultural leader). Moderated by indigenous comics creator Chag Lowry (Yurok/Maidu/Achumawi graphic novelist).comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gAHl/indigenous-and-latinx-public-art-turning-stage-plays-into-comics?iframe=no Chag Lowry instagram.com/chag_lowry Mabelle Reynoso mabellereynoso.com instagram.com/mabellodramaMabelle Reynoso Podcast - Hey Playwright (A podcast by playwrights for playwrights, and everybody else)heyplaywright.com Zulema Reynoso zulemareynoso.com Johnny Bear Contrerasjohnnybearart.cominstagram.com/johnnybearart Eyaay Ahuun Foundation ‘My Heart Is Good’eyaayahuunfoundation.org
Kickstarter in 2024 and Beyond Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-02 | kickstarter.com In 2023 comics on Kickstarter grew creator revenue 31 percent over a year and maintained a 78 percent success rate. Kickstarter’s head of publishing Oriana Leckert, Rocketship Entertainment CEO & publisher Tom Akel, Bad Idea CEO Dinesh Shamdashani, Clover Press publisher Hank Kanalz, comics writer and Kickstarter Advisory Board member Kat Calamia, and Mythworks co-founder Ray Chou discuss best practices, success, and failures, and what’s next for crowdfunded comics!comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gAHc/kickstarting-comics-in-2024-and-beyond?&iframe=no Kickstarter Website:kickstarter.comKickstarter Comics Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/comicsKickstarter Games Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/games Kickstarter Art Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/artKickstarter Publishing Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/publishingKickstarter Theater Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/theater Kickstarter Fashion Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/fashionKickstarter Discover Section:kickstarter.com/discoverKickstarter Journalism Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/journalism Kickstarter Website:kickstarter.com
Autism in Comics Panel @ San Diego Comic Con. ROAD TO THE CON 2025-08-02 | littlebrainstorm.com Representation matters but comes with complications. Moderator Britton Payne (VP of business and legal affairs, Nickelodeon) details the sometimes-troubling history of autistic characters in comic books and how comics as a medium can foster a modern understanding of autism among its readership. Panelist Lorran Garrison (school psychologist, Little Brainstorm) will discuss the impact of pop culture representation of autism on both autistic and neurotypical kids. Panelist Bex Burgess (YA graphic novel Speak Up!) will also discuss their experiences as an autistic comic book creator and creating autistic comics that feature an autistic main character navigating her way through high school.comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gAF0/autism-in-comics?iframe=no Britton Payne britton.payne@paramount.com instagram.com/brittonpayne Lorran Garrisonlittlebrainstorm.com instagram.com/little.brainstorm Speak Up! A Graphic Novel by Bex Burgess harpercollins.com/products/speak-up-rebecca-burgess?variant=40824622284834
Meet Comic Book & Novelist Creative Creators, Artists, Writers & Nonprofits @ WonderCon Interviews ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-18 | comic-con.org/wcWonderCon Interviews - Meet the Comic Book Creators & Novelist, Creative Creators, Artists, Writers & NonprofitsWonderCon comic-con.org/wcPoe Noir Comicshttp://www.poenoir.com Poe Noir Comic Book Series at WonderCon – Interview with Poe Noir Creator & Writer Tim Zajacyoutu.be/OKNCh4FC6gQ Royal Oaks Comicsroyaloakcomics.com Royal Oaks Comics Superhero Comic Book Series @ Comic Conyoutu.be/OjCEYD_uCqATodd Fahnestock Novelstoddfahnestock.com Todd Fahnestock Novels – Edge of Your Seat Epic Fantasy Novels @ Comic Conyoutu.be/SURubjoh6O0Ramen Sandwich Pressramensandwich.com Douglas Sun of Ramen Sandwich Press Dungeons & Dragons location modules @ Comic Conyoutu.be/5uSMwCinVsYAndrea Rose Washington Novelsarwbooks.comAndrea Rose Washington Storyteller Indie Author and Fantasy Novelist @ Comic Conyoutu.be/gWmzahvMtwEJanet Racciato Novelsfacebook.com/61553558483127/about/?_rdrelfinforestwritersguild.comJanet Racciato A Storyteller and Indie Author Novelist @ Comic Conyoutu.be/P3R5SBNxUnkNo Bad Books Pressnobadbookspress.com No Bad Books Press are Writers, Editors, and Cover Artists Who Love to Create Books @ Comic Conyoutu.be/GxaK3isbBO8Julian David Stone Novelsjuliandavidstone.com Julian David Stone Storyteller and Indie Author of the IT'S ALIVE! Novel @ Comic ConLauren Jankowski Novelslaurenjankowski.comThe Shapeshifter Chronicles Author Lauren Jankowski @ Comic Conyoutu.be/S2NEFmgEmRkM. D. Presley Worldbuilding Books & Novelsmdpresley.com Worldbuilding Books and Epic Fantasy Novels by Author M.D. Presley @ Comic Conyoutu.be/sMnwn1pI0UQCynthia Diamond Novelscynthiadiamondauthor.com Cynthia Diamond Novels: Where the Seriously Ruthless Fall For the Utterly A-Dork-Able @ Comic Conyoutu.be/vcnXg_guJrgMegan Haskel Novels meganhaskell.com Megan Haskel Author of The War of the Nine Faerie RealmsAn Epic Fantasy Adventure Novels @ Comic Conyoutu.be/VQpq6pSUVKARebekah R. Ganiere Novelsrebekahganiere.comRebekah R. Ganiere - Paranormal Romance, Fantasy Romance, Sci-fi Romance, Urban Fantasy @ Comic Conyoutu.be/sK_DBGgewjEAngel Payne Novels angelpayne.com/portfolioBolt Superhero Romance Series by Angel Payne – USA Today Bestselling Romance Author @ Comic Con youtu.be/X8483CpTcKgGranville House Productions granvillehouseproductions.com Granville House Productions: Hollow Medium a Recovered Audio Paranormal Encounter Story @ Comic Conyoutu.be/BCkkVVYLO-APROJECT NAOSISprojectnaosis.comPROJECT NAOSIS Storyteller & Indie Comic Book Author @ Comic Conyoutu.be/LOTsuu6Nxh0STONE HARBOR COMICSstoneharborcomics.comSTONE HARBOR COMICS Driven to Provide New and Engaging Science Fiction Stories @ Comic Conyoutu.be/M_cY75IvRdIStephanie K. Clemensstephaniekclemens.com Stephanie K. Clemens - For the Love of Hot Chocolate Cozy Fantasy RomComs @ Comic Conyoutu.be/RvGXYMjy2u4ANTOINE BANDELE Novelsantoinebandele.comANTOINE BANDELE STORYTELLER AUTHOR OF ACTION & ADVENTURE FANTASY NOVELS @ Comic Conyoutu.be/8rFJEv-Sxr4 Chingona Comic Bookerikarreaga.com Chingona Comic Book by Storyteller Visionary Digital Comic Book Illustrator Erik Arreaga @ Comic Conyoutu.be/4E9V9InU_zwChristian Comic Arts Societychristiancomicarts.com Street Fury Comic Booknewcreationcomics.com/index.html Christian Comic Arts Society - Christian Comic Book Creators through Community-Building @ Comic Conyoutu.be/V3kngbnD7z4ALPHA OMEGA CON (Christian Comic Arts Society)alphaomegacon.com ALPHA OMEGA CON - longest-running Christian-themed family-friendly comic book con (Christian Comic Arts Society)youtu.be/O2lZFOM76x8WonderCon comic-con.org/wcSan Diego Comic Concomic-con.org/cc
The Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Interviews: Cosplay For Great Causes ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-18 | avengershq.comThe Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Interviews: Cosplay for Great Causefacebook.com/AvengersInitiativeinstagram.com/avengerscosplayavengershq.comThe Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Chapters:West Coast Avengersavengershq.com/team-listings/west-coast-avengersinstagram.com/californiaavengersfacebook.com/WestCoastAvengerscaliforniaavengers@gmail.comAvengers Mid Pacificavengershq.com/avengers-mid-pacific-2instagram.com/avengersmidpacificfacebook.com/Avengers.Mid.Pacificavengers.midpacific@gmail.comLone Star Avengersavengershq.com/lonestar-avengers facebook.com/LoneStarAvengerslonestar.avengers@gmail.comThe Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Mission:Who the Avengers Initiative Are:Marvel Comic fans come from a wide spectrum of backgrounds, but no matter how diverse, or where they are located in the world, common bonds become evident when people come together to celebrate their passion for The legendary super hero Group known as the AVENGERS.Many fans are happy to collect action figures…other fans want to become action figures. Nothing professes your fandom quite like building your own detailed costume replica of an AVENGERS character, and there’s nothing quite like the feeling that comes from bringing the characters of Marvel Comics into the real world and sharing the magic with others.The Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Purpose:Our organization was founded to basically provide a collective identity for costuming fans with similar interests, the AVENGERS INITIATIVE is proud to put its resources to good use through fundraising, charity work, and volunteerism.The Avengers Initiative (hereafter referred to as “The Avengers” or “Initiative”) is a Marvel Comics fan club dedicated to celebrating the Marvel Universe through costuming. The Avengers is an all-volunteer organization formed for the express purpose of bringing together costume enthusiasts under a collective identity within which to operate. The Avengers seeks to promote interest in Marvel Comics through the building and wearing of quality costumes, and to facilitate the use of these costumes for Marvel Comics-related events as well as contributions to the local community through costumed charity and volunteer work.The Avengers recognizes it holds no claim over the costumes and characters it portrays. The members of the Avengers acknowledge and accept that while in costume, we represent the Marvel Entertainment brand and will do so professionally and responsibly at all times.avengershq.comfacebook.com/AvengersInitiativeinstagram.com/avengerscosplayavengershq.com
Avengers Assemble! Suiting Up and Serving Others with Marvel Causeplay panel @ WonderCon ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | avengershq.comAvengers Assemble! Suiting Up and Serving Others with Marvel Causeplay panelMarvel fans, are you interested in cosplay but unsure where to begin? Or perhaps you've suited up before but are curious how to use your fandom for a good cause. Members of the Avengers Initiative, a national fan organization of Marvel cosplay volunteers, discuss how to get started in cosplay as well as giving back to your communities via charity service events, visiting kids in hospitals, and much more. Bryan Lee (head executive officer, Avengers Initiative) moderates panelists Jen Athey (commanding officer, West Coast Avengers of California), Alice Irvin (executive officer, West Coast Avengers of California), Coby Thornton (commanding officer, Avengers Mid-Pacific of Hawaii), Mark Chu-Lin (head commanding officer, Avengers Initiative), Judy Stephens (author of Cosplay the Marvel Way and co-founder of the Women of Marvel podcast), and Krystyn Slack (volunteer member of West Coast Avengers of California).avengershq.comfacebook.com/AvengersInitiativeinstagram.com/avengerscosplayavengershq.comThe Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Chapters:West Coast Avengersavengershq.com/team-listings/west-coast-avengersinstagram.com/californiaavengersfacebook.com/WestCoastAvengerscaliforniaavengers@gmail.comAvengers Mid Pacificavengershq.com/avengers-mid-pacific-2instagram.com/avengersmidpacificfacebook.com/Avengers.Mid.Pacificavengers.midpacific@gmail.comLone Star Avengersavengershq.com/lonestar-avengers facebook.com/LoneStarAvengerslonestar.avengers@gmail.comThe Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Mission:Who the Avengers Initiative Are:Marvel Comic fans come from a wide spectrum of backgrounds, but no matter how diverse, or where they are located in the world, common bonds become evident when people come together to celebrate their passion for The legendary super hero Group known as the AVENGERS.Many fans are happy to collect action figures…other fans want to become action figures. Nothing professes your fandom quite like building your own detailed costume replica of an AVENGERS character, and there’s nothing quite like the feeling that comes from bringing the characters of Marvel Comics into the real world and sharing the magic with others.The Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Purpose:Our organization was founded to basically provide a collective identity for costuming fans with similar interests, the AVENGERS INITIATIVE is proud to put its resources to good use through fundraising, charity work, and volunteerism.The Avengers Initiative (hereafter referred to as “The Avengers” or “Initiative”) is a Marvel Comics fan club dedicated to celebrating the Marvel Universe through costuming. The Avengers is an all-volunteer organization formed for the express purpose of bringing together costume enthusiasts under a collective identity within which to operate. The Avengers seeks to promote interest in Marvel Comics through the building and wearing of quality costumes, and to facilitate the use of these costumes for Marvel Comics-related events as well as contributions to the local community through costumed charity and volunteer work.The Avengers recognizes it holds no claim over the costumes and characters it portrays. The members of the Avengers acknowledge and accept that while in costume, we represent the Marvel Entertainment brand and will do so professionally and responsibly at all times.avengershq.comfacebook.com/AvengersInitiativeinstagram.com/avengerscosplayavengershq.com
ART HEALS Panel – The Healing Power of Art @ WonderCon ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | ART HEALS Panel – The Healing Power of Art @ WonderConExplore with Wayne Lo (Star Wars Clone Wars, ILM VFX art director), and Frank Ordaz (Return of the Jedi, mat painter, fine artist) as they recount the healing power of art in overcoming physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual trauma and illness.
Why Comic Book Creatives and Indy Novelist Attend and Promote and Sell at Comic Cons ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | comic-con.org/ccWhy Comic Book Creatives and Indy Novelist Attend and Promote and Sell at Comic ConSan Diego Comic Concomic-con.org/ccWonderCon comic-con.org/wcPoe Noir Comicshttp://www.poenoir.com Poe Noir Comic Book Series at WonderCon – Interview with Poe Noir Creator & Writer Tim Zajacyoutu.be/OKNCh4FC6gQ Royal Oaks Comicsroyaloakcomics.com Royal Oaks Comics Superhero Comic Book Series @ Comic Conyoutu.be/OjCEYD_uCqATodd Fahnestock Novelstoddfahnestock.com Todd Fahnestock Novels – Edge of Your Seat Epic Fantasy Novels @ Comic Conyoutu.be/SURubjoh6O0Ramen Sandwich Pressramensandwich.com Douglas Sun of Ramen Sandwich Press Dungeons & Dragons location modules @ Comic Conyoutu.be/5uSMwCinVsYAndrea Rose Washington Novelsarwbooks.comAndrea Rose Washington Storyteller Indie Author and Fantasy Novelist @ Comic Conyoutu.be/gWmzahvMtwEJanet Racciato Novelsfacebook.com/61553558483127/about/?_rdrelfinforestwritersguild.comJanet Racciato A Storyteller and Indie Author Novelist @ Comic Conyoutu.be/P3R5SBNxUnkNo Bad Books Pressnobadbookspress.com No Bad Books Press are Writers, Editors, and Cover Artists Who Love to Create Books @ Comic Conyoutu.be/GxaK3isbBO8Julian David Stone Novelsjuliandavidstone.com Julian David Stone Storyteller and Indie Author of the IT'S ALIVE! Novel @ Comic ConLauren Jankowski Novelslaurenjankowski.comThe Shapeshifter Chronicles Author Lauren Jankowski @ Comic Conyoutu.be/S2NEFmgEmRkM. D. Presley Worldbuilding Books & Novelsmdpresley.com Worldbuilding Books and Epic Fantasy Novels by Author M.D. Presley @ Comic Conyoutu.be/sMnwn1pI0UQCynthia Diamond Novelscynthiadiamondauthor.com Cynthia Diamond Novels: Where the Seriously Ruthless Fall For the Utterly A-Dork-Able @ Comic Conyoutu.be/vcnXg_guJrgMegan Haskel Novels meganhaskell.com Megan Haskel Author of The War of the Nine Faerie RealmsAn Epic Fantasy Adventure Novels @ Comic Conyoutu.be/VQpq6pSUVKARebekah R. Ganiere Novelsrebekahganiere.comRebekah R. Ganiere - Paranormal Romance, Fantasy Romance, Sci-fi Romance, Urban Fantasy @ Comic Conyoutu.be/sK_DBGgewjEAngel Payne Novels angelpayne.com/portfolioBolt Superhero Romance Series by Angel Payne – USA Today Bestselling Romance Author @ Comic Con youtu.be/X8483CpTcKgGranville House Productions granvillehouseproductions.com Granville House Productions: Hollow Medium a Recovered Audio Paranormal Encounter Story @ Comic Conyoutu.be/BCkkVVYLO-APROJECT NAOSISprojectnaosis.comPROJECT NAOSIS Storyteller & Indie Comic Book Author @ Comic Conyoutu.be/LOTsuu6Nxh0STONE HARBOR COMICSstoneharborcomics.comSTONE HARBOR COMICS Driven to Provide New and Engaging Science Fiction Stories @ Comic Conyoutu.be/M_cY75IvRdIStephanie K. Clemensstephaniekclemens.com Stephanie K. Clemens - For the Love of Hot Chocolate Cozy Fantasy RomComs @ Comic Conyoutu.be/RvGXYMjy2u4ANTOINE BANDELE Novelsantoinebandele.comANTOINE BANDELE STORYTELLER AUTHOR OF ACTION & ADVENTURE FANTASY NOVELS @ Comic Conyoutu.be/8rFJEv-Sxr4 Chingona Comic Bookerikarreaga.com Chingona Comic Book by Storyteller Visionary Digital Comic Book Illustrator Erik Arreaga @ Comic Conyoutu.be/4E9V9InU_zwChristian Comic Arts Societychristiancomicarts.com Street Fury Comic Booknewcreationcomics.com/index.html Christian Comic Arts Society - Christian Comic Book Creators through Community-Building @ Comic Conyoutu.be/V3kngbnD7z4WonderCon comic-con.org/wcSan Diego Comic Concomic-con.org/cc
Kickstarter: Why Comic Book Creatives and Indy Publishers Love Using Kickstarter!!! ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | kickstarter.comWhy Comic Book Creatives and Indy Publishers Love Using Kickstarter?Kickstarter Website:kickstarter.comKickstarter Comics Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/comicsKickstarter Games Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/games Some Creatives who have used Kickstarter:Royal Oaks Comics Superhero Comic Book Series @ Comic Conyoutu.be/OjCEYD_uCqARoyal Oaks Comicsroyaloakcomics.com Royal Oaks Comics Comic Book Series:royaloakcomics.com/collections/all The Ballad of Valkyrie Sinclaire royaloakcomics.com/products/the-ballad-of-valkyrie-sinclaire-1-physical-copy Conquer The Galaxy Or Die Tryingroyaloakcomics.com/products/conquer-the-galaxy WHO'S B.A.D.? royaloakcomics.com/products/whos-b-a-d-1-physical-copy-1st-printing royaloakcomics.com Douglas Sun of Ramen Sandwich Press Dungeons & Dragons location modules @ Comic Conyoutu.be/5uSMwCinVsYAbout Ramen Sandwich Press:ramensandwich.com Ramen Sandwich Press was founded in 2016, when veteran RPG writer and developer Douglas Sun decided to start a series of location modules compatible with Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, called Places by the Way. In 2018, we added a parallel series of location modules for Pathfinder FRPG, called Found by the Way. For more about Douglas Sun, we host his blog about gaming and other nerdy things, "I Think We've Been Playing It Wrong." Just to humor him.Stephanie K. Clemens - For the Love of Hot Chocolate Cozy Fantasy RomComs @ Comic Conyoutu.be/RvGXYMjy2u4stephaniekclemens.com Ladies of WACK Series (Steampunk story)stephaniekclemens.squarespace.com/ladies-of-wack For the Love of Hot ChocolateWynterfell Romancesstephaniekclemens.squarespace.com/wynterfell-romances Cozy Mysteriesstephaniekclemens.squarespace.com/cozy-mysteriesFantasies and Folklorestephaniekclemens.squarespace.com/fantasiesT.A.L.E.S.stephaniekclemens.com/anthologiesMegan Haskel Author of The War of the Nine Faerie RealmsAn Epic Fantasy Adventure Novels @ Comic Conyoutu.be/VQpq6pSUVKAmeganhaskell.com The Sanyare Chronicles:meganhaskell.com/collections/shop-the-sanyare-chronicles The War of the Nine Faerie Realmsmeganhaskell.com/collections/shop-the-war-of-the-nine-faerie-realms The Rise of Lilithmeganhaskell.com/collections/the-rise-of-lilithKickstarter Website:kickstarter.comKickstarter Comics Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/comicsKickstarter Games Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/games Kickstarter Art Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/artKickstarter Publishing Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/publishingKickstarter Theater Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/theater Kickstarter Fashion Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/fashionKickstarter Discover Section:kickstarter.com/discoverKickstarter Journalism Section:kickstarter.com/discover/categories/journalism Kickstarter Website:kickstarter.com
Fans Assemble! The Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | avengershq.comFans Assemble! The Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Panelcomiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gL3z/fans-assemble-the-avengers-initiative-marvel-costume-group?iframe=noFans Assemble! The Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Panel:Mark Chu-Lin (head commanding officer, Avengers Initiative) will moderate a Q&A session with Kato Trooper (head executive officer, Avengers Initiative) and Bryan Lee (branding officer, Avengers Initiative) to discuss using Marvel costume fandom for fundraising, charity work, and volunteerism. Victor C. Joe, MD, MBA, FACS (medical director, UCI Health Regional Burn Center) and Scottie Foertmeyer (outreach director, Magic Wheelchair) will talk about how such volunteers help service organizations. Kimberly Yong (content distributor), and Robert Torres (photographer) will describe how the group shares Marvel fandom with others. The Avengers Initiative is a not-for-profit volunteer fan club dedicated to celebrating the Marvel Universe through costuming. See how this group seeks to promote interest in Marvel through the building and wearing of quality suits and to facilitate the use of these outfits for Marvel-related events as well as contributions to the local community through charity and volunteer work.avengershq.comfacebook.com/AvengersInitiativeinstagram.com/avengerscosplayavengershq.comThe Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Chapters:West Coast Avengersavengershq.com/team-listings/west-coast-avengersinstagram.com/californiaavengersfacebook.com/WestCoastAvengerscaliforniaavengers@gmail.comAvengers Mid Pacificavengershq.com/avengers-mid-pacific-2instagram.com/avengersmidpacificfacebook.com/Avengers.Mid.Pacificavengers.midpacific@gmail.comLone Star Avengersavengershq.com/lonestar-avengers facebook.com/LoneStarAvengerslonestar.avengers@gmail.comThe Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Mission:Who the Avengers Initiative AreMarvel Comic fans come from a wide spectrum of backgrounds, but no matter how diverse, or where they are located in the world, common bonds become evident when people come together to celebrate their passion for The legendary super hero Group known as the AVENGERS.Many fans are happy to collect action figures…other fans want to become action figures. Nothing professes your fandom quite like building your own detailed costume replica of an AVENGERS character, and there’s nothing quite like the feeling that comes from bringing the characters of Marvel Comics into the real world and sharing the magic with others.The Avengers Initiative Marvel Costume Group Purpose:Our organization was founded to basically provide a collective identity for costuming fans with similar interests, the AVENGERS INITIATIVE is proud to put its resources to good use through fundraising, charity work, and volunteerism.The Avengers Initiative (hereafter referred to as “The Avengers” or “Initiative”) is a Marvel Comics fan club dedicated to celebrating the Marvel Universe through costuming. The Avengers is an all-volunteer organization formed for the express purpose of bringing together costume enthusiasts under a collective identity within which to operate. The Avengers seeks to promote interest in Marvel Comics through the building and wearing of quality costumes, and to facilitate the use of these costumes for Marvel Comics-related events as well as contributions to the local community through costumed charity and volunteer work.The Avengers recognizes it holds no claim over the costumes and characters it portrays. The members of the Avengers acknowledge and accept that while in costume, we represent the Marvel Entertainment brand and will do so professionally and responsibly at all times.avengershq.comfacebook.com/AvengersInitiativeinstagram.com/avengerscosplayavengershq.com
Bootleg Cosplay Panel Presented by SHEPROP @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | sheprop.comBootleg Cosplay Panel Presented by SHEPROP @ San Diego Comic Concomiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gL1Q/bootleg-cosplay?iframe=no Are you a cosplay goblin? Have you thrown together more than one cosplay on a hope and a prayer? Or are you perhaps a cosplay perfectionist trying to embrace the "perfect is the enemy of good" philosophy? SheProp shows how to create amazing cosplays on a budget, as well as how to make sustainable crafting choices while building. Panelists will be talking about garment hacking, thrift cosplay, and other sustainable costuming practices. Bring your questions and get ready to learn.WHAT IS SHEPROP?sheprop.com/about We are a thriving community of cosplayers, makers and artists!SheProp is a unique and vital part of the cosplay community designed to support female, non-binary and transgender cosplayers, artists and makers of all skill levels across the globe. In the SheProp Community space, members can post work-in-progress images, ask questions, and fully engage with a robust maker community without fear of receiving unsolicited “advice” and degrading commentary, a common issue within most other online maker spaces.Topics surrounding sensitive social commentary are commonly discussed within the community, with an emphasis on education, understanding and empathy. sheprop.com SHEPROP MISSION:sheprop.com/aboutSheProp strives to bring the collective of unique knowledge of building processes and techniques to female, non-binary and transgender cosplayers of all skill levels, to encourage our members to create, learn and inspire each other, as well as be positive role models themselves within the maker community. Our daily goal is to instill confidence within every member through our community!SHEPROP FOUNDER:Beverly Downen of Downen Creative Studios founded SheProp in 2018 after seeing a need for supportive groups for female and other gender underrepresented cosplayers and makers.sheprop.com SHEPROP PROGRAMS:sheprop.com/programsElevating Our Members with Opportunities and ExperiencesSheProp has many extensions and productions designed to connect our members with the global cosplay community. These programs are imagined and produced by volunteers who pour their time and talents into interviews, features, virtual panels, podcasts, and more!sheprop.com/programsinstagram.com/shepropfacebook.com/groups/ShePropsheprop.com
Ahsoka Tano, Superman, Pho and Me Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gO9M/ahsoka-tano-superman-pho-and-me?iframe=no&w=100%25&sidebar=yes&bg=dark Ahsoka Tano, Superman, Pho and Me Panel @ San Diego Comic Wayne Lo (designer, Clone Wars; ILM VFX art director) and Gene Luen Yang (creator, executive producer, American Born Chinese TV series; author, Lunar New Year Love Story, Shang-Chi), along with Comic-Con special guest Thien Pham (graphic novelist, Family Style: Memories of an American from Vietnam) and Briana Loewinsohn (graphic novelist, Ephemera), divulge their source and inspiration stories behind iconic characters and properties. Wayne's no actor, but his studio work-a-day life somehow ended up on screen as Ahsoka! Learn how Gene grew a tail eating pomegranates from Krypton, how Thien defeated noodles in wrestling, and how Briana sings in the moonlight! Q&A session with Victoria and Sefa Mikaele (Polynesian cultural consultants, Island Breeze Productions, KMA Performing Arts Academy).Thien PhamComic-Con Special GuestThien Pham is a graphic novelist and educator based in Oakland, CA. He is the author and illustrator of the graphic novel Sumo and the illustrator of the graphic novel Level Up. His latest book, Family Style, is a memoir about his family’s immigration to America told through the lens of food. It has been on numerous best-of lists, including the Washington Post’s Top Ten Graphic Novels of 2023 and Publishers Weekly‘s 20 Books We Love. Family Style is also a finalist for the ALA Yalsa Excellence in Non-Fiction and the California Young Adult Book Award and is nominated for the Best Graphic Memoir Eisner Award.
Cosplay, Fan Fashion, and Anti-Drag Laws @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gH92/cosplay-fan-fashion-and-anti-drag-laws?iframe=no&w=100%25&sidebar=yes&bg=darkCosplay, Fan Fashion, and Anti-Drag Laws Panel:The past year has seen a new wave of attempts to ban wearing drag in public, most notably through enacting new laws that also encompass gender-diverse cosplay and fan fashion. Costume designer and cosplayer Chad Hatter, Jen King (cosplayer and co-owner of the Will Eisner Spirit of Comics Retailer Award-nominated Space Cadets Collection Collection), award-winning nonbinary cosplayer Kit Leitenmeyer, cosplayer and actor Logan Allison,and the CBLDF interim director Jeff Trexler, take a cutting-edge look at the latest developments in safeguarding fandom’s freedom to wear.And a Few Minutes from Cosplay is a Drag: Revenge of the Wig! Panel:comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gHFc/cosplay-is-a-drag-ii-revenge-of-the-wig?iframe=noChad Hatter (Queer for Fear, Robot Chicken) sits down with Pam Demic (costume designer, Workaholics; drag performer since 1989) and Broadway diva headliners Claire Voyance (Voyance Productions, Broadway Divas SCFTA), Leeko Rae (headliner at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts), and April Showers(Showers Productions, Late-Night Divas at Hamburger Mary’s) to discuss the crossroads where cosplay meets drag, as well as navigating these artforms in the modern world.
Best Friends Forever Panel @ San Diego Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gKzC/best-friends-forever?iframe=no Best Friends Forever Panel @ San Diego Comic ConBest friends Gene Luen Yang (American Born Chinese, Lunar New Year Love Story)Raina Telgemeier (Smile, Guts)Thien Pham (Family Style, Sumo)Briana Loewinsohn (Ephemera, Raised by Ghosts), Julia Wertz (Impossible People, Drinking at the Movies)discuss the joys and terrors of writing about best friends in their comics.Julia WertzComic-Con Special GuestJulia Wertz is a cartoonist, urban explorer, and amateur historian. Her graphic novels include Museum of Mistakes, Drinking at the Movies, The Infinite Wait, Tenements, Towers, & Trash, and Impossible People. She does regular short story comics for The New Yorker. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, she spent a decade in New York City before settling in Sonoma County, CA, where she lives with her partner and son. She’s currently working on the graphic novel Bury Me Already (It’s Nice Down Here) to be released in 2025.Thien PhamComic-Con Special GuestThien Pham is a graphic novelist and educator based in Oakland, CA. He is the author and illustrator of the graphic novel Sumo and the illustrator of the graphic novel Level Up. His latest book, Family Style, is a memoir about his family’s immigration to America told through the lens of food. It has been on numerous best-of lists, including the Washington Post’s Top Ten Graphic Novels of 2023 and Publishers Weekly‘s 20 Books We Love. Family Style is also a finalist for the ALA Yalsa Excellence in Non-Fiction and the California Young Adult Book Award and is nominated for the Best Graphic Memoir Eisner Award.comiccon2024.sched.com/event/1gKzC/best-friends-forever?iframe=no comic-con.org/cc
Royal Oaks Comics Superhero Comic Book Series @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | royaloakcomics.com ROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel) A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with the creator of Royal Oaks Comics.Royal Oaks Comics Comic Book Series:royaloakcomics.com/collections/all The Ballad of Valkyrie Sinclaire royaloakcomics.com/products/the-ballad-of-valkyrie-sinclaire-1-physical-copy Series Synopsis: Decades ago a team of superheroes failed to save the world from an alien invasion. However, the Earth and humanity were spared when a civil war broke out, for unknown reasons, amongst the invaders who departed shortly after. Now, in the present, human society is irrevocably altered by the alien tech left behind and the surviving superheroes of the invasion, recruit the next generation of heroes to take the fight to the invaders. However, generational tensions arise when the plan blurs the line between justice and revenge.Conquer The Galaxy Or Die Tryingroyaloakcomics.com/products/conquer-the-galaxy WHO'S B.A.D.? royaloakcomics.com/products/whos-b-a-d-1-physical-copy-1st-printing royaloakcomics.com
Todd Fahnestock Novels – Edge of Your Seat Epic Fantasy Novels @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | toddfahnestock.com ROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel) A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Storyteller & Indie Author Todd Fahnestock.Todd Fahnestock Series:toddfahnestock.com/bookstore Tower of the FourEldros LegacyThreadweaversWhisper PrinceWishing WorldTodd Fahnestock Stand Alone Novels:Charlie FictionOrdinary Magic: A Father-Son Journey on The Colorado Trail Summer of the Fetch Falling to Fly: The Book to Read Before You Give up on Your Writing DreamsAbout Todd Fahnestock:Todd Fahnestock is the bestselling author of Khyven the Unkillable, Tower of the Four, Fairmist, and Wildmane.He was born in Culver City, California, the middle child of a sign painter and a New Age mom. His father has a Herculean work ethic, and his mother is magic. She taught him that perspective changes a person’s world, which is why he writes stories about heroes and hope.A true Gen Xer, Todd navigated his parents’ divorce and subsequent poverty when he was fourteen, leaping into a series of adventures that would shape him into a writer.Jumping from job to job, he hitchhiked across the country. He has been a Price Club cashier in Long Beach, a video arcade attendant in Durango, and an investment banking Powerpoint operator in New York City. He has waited tables in Colorado Springs, hung safety cables for crack-inspection teams inside oil tankers in Portland, and helped raise millions of dollars for diabetes nonprofits in Denver.While attending The Colorado College in 1993, Todd published his first two short stories in TSR’s Dragonlance anthologies. In 1997, he began writing with Giles Carwyn, published another couple of short stories and won the New York Books for the Teen Age award for True Love (Or the Many Brides of Prince Charming). In 2006, Todd and Giles began The Heartstone Trilogy under HarperCollins’ Eos imprint, completing it in 2008.Later, Todd moved on to solo projects, and has since published over thirty novels. Tower of the Four: The Champions Academy and Khyven the Unkillable, two of his bestselling novels, also won the Colorado Authors League Award for Writing Excellence and became finalists for The Colorado Book Award. His latest work, Tower of the Four: The Rise of Magic—the third in the Tower of the Four series—delves into the origins of magic… from the villain’s point of view.Stories are his passion, but Todd’s greatest accomplishment is his quirky, fun-loving family. When he’s not writing, he travels the country meeting fans, talks philosophy with his son, plays board games with his wife, dissects movies with his daughter, and plays to the point of bruises with Galahad the Weimaraner.Visit Todd at toddfahnestock.com
Douglas Sun of Ramen Sandwich Press with Dungeons & Dragons location modules @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | ramensandwich.com ROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel) A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Douglas Sun of Ramen Sandwich Press.About Ramen Sandwich Press:ramensandwich.com Ramen Sandwich Press was founded in 2016, when veteran RPG writer and developer Douglas Sun decided to start a series of location modules compatible with Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition, called Places by the Way. In 2018, we added a parallel series of location modules for Pathfinder FRPG, called Found by the Way. For more about Douglas Sun, we host his blog about gaming and other nerdy things, "I Think We've Been Playing It Wrong." Just to humor him.About the author Douglas Sun:Douglas Sun has been, at various points in his adult life, a university English professor, a computer game producer, a newspaper book critic, a quiz show writer, a quiz show researcher, a quiz show contestant (his quietly humiliating defeat on Win Ben Stein's Money is no doubt archived somewhere) and a clerk in an eBay consignment store. Since the late 1990's, however, he has been a writer and game designer, working mostly in tabletop roleplaying games. He has developed and/or authored over 30 tabletop roleplaying game products, many of which are available through Amazon Marketplace. They include books for Decipher's Star Trek and The Lord of the Rings roleplaying games and AEG's d20 mega-setting book, The World's Largest City. He was line developer of The Legend of the Five Rings Roleplaying Game, editing and co-writing all but one of the Third Edition supplements. One of the books that he developed, The Emerald Empire, was nominated for an Origins Award and remains one of the best-selling books in the game's long and prolific history.He is currently writing adventure/location modules compatible and roleplaying game rules supplements compatible with Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition and Pathfinder, everything published by Ramen Sandwich Press. In his oh-so-copious free time, he blogs about games and other forms of geekery on Substack at "'I Think We've Been Playing It Wrong.'"ramensandwich.com
Andrea Rose Washington Storyteller Indie Author and Fantasy Novelist @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | arwbooks.comROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel (A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Storyteller & Indie Author Andrea Rose Washington.Adalithiel Series:The 1st published book by Andrea Rose Washington. Adalithiel is set in a fictional world and follows the story of Sasha as she tries to uncover her family secret.arwbooks.com/product/adalithiel/4The Elendil Series:Going to the stars in the second series by Andrea Rose Washington. Elendil follows Abriana as she finds herself in the middle of an intergalactic war on an alien planet.arwbooks.com/product/elendil/5Ahmentree's Magic Series:In this Urban Fantasy Andrea pulled from her time working in the D.C. area for the of the landmarks referenced in Olivia's Story.arwbooks.com/product/ahmentree-s-magic/2Andrea Rose Washington Podcast - Scenes Out of Place - Audio Editionarwbooks.com/galleryBy Andrea RoseScene's Out of Places is a short story podcast that explores everything from dragons reawakening to surviving space with a billionaire, to navigating a zombie apocalypse. This audio edition features original short stories set in worlds you won’t find anywhere else, crafted just for this platform.So let’s dive deep into these fantastical tales: survive dragons returning to the skies, face the chilling unknown of deep space, and join a small band of survivors in a zombie-ravaged world.New short stories drop once a month. I can't wait to fall in love with these scenes right alongside you.Andrea Rose Washington info:arwbooks.com/about Andrea Rose Washington is an Indie Author who has been writing for years. She has always been passionate about storytelling with characters that look like her.Growing up, as she devoured all the fantasy and science fiction books she could get her hands on, she noticed that there were not many main characters that she could relate to, and now she works to change that for new generations!Andrea has written and published five books, Adalithiel, Elendil Book one, Elendil Book 2: The Journey, Ahmentree Magic, and My Favorite Book Journal. You can find her reading, dancing to music, or just relaxing when she is not writing!arwbooks.com
Janet Racciato A Storyteller and Indie Author Novelist @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | facebook.com/61553558483127/about/?_rdrROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel) A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Storyteller & Indie Author Novelist Janet Racciato.Janet Racciato Novels:JADE The Secrets BeginsMarcy’s BattleThe Woman at Heron LakeThe Wyvern's Master (The Griffins of Elderwood) Old Soulsfacebook.com/61553558483127/about/?_rdrelfinforestwritersguild.comelfinforestwritersguild.com/contact
No Bad Books Press are Writers, Editors, and Cover Artists Who Love to Create Books @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | nobadbookspress.com ROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel (A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with No Bad Books Press.What No Bad Books Press Is About:No Bad Books is your assistant helping you on your author journey. We offer support, including our famous Race to Rejection, and author tips in our Discord community and on our Semi-Sages of the Pages YouTube channel. No Bad Books offers editing, formatting, and coaching assistance, in addition to publishing books. Interested in learning how we can help you? nobadbookspress.com No Bad Books Press Dream and Mission:No Bad Books Press are writers, editors, and cover artists who love to create books. We love to cheer for authors, we love to read, and we love to help authors see their books in print. We’re eclectic, eccentric, and at times irreverent and sarcastic. We believe in building community and helping each other, whether it’s to offer a shoulder during the bumps in this journey or celebrate your wins with you. We just love books and all the pieces that go into them! And we want to help you see your dream book in print. Our bios are below, but the best way to find out who we really are is to check out our YouTube channel, Semi-Sages of the Pages, or chat with us on Discord. Our cover artists and editors are available for other services as well. Check out their portfolios for more information.Interested in our other services? nobadbookspress.com Sign up for the No Bad Books Press Newsletter:nobadbookspress.com/sign-up-for-newsletter-and-freebiesNo Bad Books Press Services:nobadbookspress.com/author-services Give Me the Book Package! :Do you want all the pieces done for your book, but want control over the publishing process? With this, you get to choose whether to go exclusive with Amazon, or kick Amazon to the curb or go “Wide” to publish your book everywhere. With our Give-Me-The-Book Package you’ll get developmental edits, line-by-line edits, formatting, proofreading, and a cover (ebook and paperback). This includes the blurb, barcodes, and the other items necessary to ensure your book is ready for publishing. It will also include walk-throughs and 1:1 sessions about the various publishing distributors including Ingramspark, Draft2Digital, and KDP. This is perfect for those who want to be an indie-author, but don’t want to search and contract with an editor, cover artist and formatter. Note: This package does NOT include ISBN numbers, as you need to purchase those yourself as YOU are publisher. Send an email to halvorsentheresa@gmail.com to schedule a time to discuss your project more.No AI is used for editingThe cost is $3000.00 for up to 100K words.Line-by-Line Editing:Line-by-Line editing means Theresa looks at every line, recommends corrections for pacing/tension, and will check for continuity errors. Includes 2 read throughs, and an hour of 1:1 coaching via zoom.Theresa will do a 5-page sample to ensure you and she are a good match. Send an email to halvorsentheresa@gmail.com for further information and to set up a time on her calendar for your sample. No AI is used for editingThe cost is $0.0150 per word. Developmental Editing:Good editing can help your book stand out from the crowd! Our Chief Editor, Theresa, offers developmental and line-by-line edits. Developmental editing means Theresa looks at the overall story plot, the character arcs, and the pacing, ensuring your story, your plot, your characters are ready for the spotlight! Includes 2 read throughs, a chapter-by-chapter and overall synopsis, in addition to a character analysis and an hour of 1:1 coaching via zoom.Send an email to halvorsentheresa@gmail.com to schedule an interview to ensure you and Theresa are a good match. No AI is used for editingThe cost is $0.0175 per word. Sign up for the No Bad Books Press Newsletter:nobadbookspress.com/sign-up-for-newsletter-and-freebiesnobadbookspress.com
Julian David Stone Storyteller and Indie Author of the ITS ALIVE! Novel @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | juliandavidstone.com ROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel (A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Julian David Stone – author of IT'S ALIVE! Novel and Justice Girl: The Strange Birth, Short Life, And Sudden Death of Justice Girl Novel.Julian David Stone Novels:IT'S ALIVE!The only thing harder than raising the dead, is making a movie about raising the dead.In the summer of 1931, life was good for Junior Laemmle. Though only twenty-three years old, he was the head of all movie production for Universal Pictures, and under his reign, the studio flourished. So much so, he was about to be bestowed with the greatest honor a young executive can receive in Hollywood: a promotion to vice president of the entire company. What’s more, Carl Laemmle, his father and founder of the studio, was returning to California for the first time in years to personally present the honor to his son. Or so Junior thought. When his father arrives, Junior discovers that instead of being grateful for transforming and catapulting the out-of-date studio into the future, his father is obsessed with Junior’s next production: Frankenstein. Like the year before, Carl is fervently against making another grisly and gothic film, despite Dracula becoming a huge hit - a project which Junior fought for and personally oversaw through production. Also not helping Junior’s cause, though the film is just days away from beginning production, the final choice between Bela Lugosi and Boris Karloff to play the role of the Monster, has yet to be made. It’s Alive! is a thrilling and vibrant portrait of 1930s Hollywood centered around the chaotic and exciting days just before the filming of the beloved cult-classic film, Frankenstein. Woven with hopeful passion, emotional vulnerability, staunch determination, and creative fulfillment, readers will be swept along with breathless cinematic pace through events that will not only change the lives of everyone involved, but Hollywood itself. a new novel by Julian David StoneJustice Girl: The Strange Birth, Short Life, And Sudden Death of Justice Girljuliandavidstone.com/home-1-1The Golden Age of Live Television comes alive in the award-winning novel, The Strange Birth, Short Life, and Sudden Death of Justice Girl.No Cameras Allowedjuliandavidstone.com/home-1Other Worksjuliandavidstone.com/home-1-1-1The Elvis Test - a play by Julian David StoneChristmas, 1965. All is not well behind the walls of Graceland. Elvis Presley, the once undisputed king of Rock and Roll, finds himself on the verge of losing his crown to invaders from a faraway land. The Beatles, the Rolling Stones and a myriad of other younger, hipper bands have stolen the attention of the youth of America. Elvis, trapped in a prison of making bad movies and even worse music, watches as the cultural revolution he started is about to leave him far behind. But like the true King he is, Elvis is not about to go down without a fight. In an attempt to regain the cheers, the screams, the music and all that made Elvis ELVIS, he decides to drop acid.juliandavidstone.com About Julian David Stone: juliandavidstone.com/home-1-1-1-1 Julian David Stone has always been a creative at heart. When he realized in the ’80s that being in a band wasn’t in his cards, he began smuggling his camera into concerts – adventures he later chronicled in his best-selling coffee table book No Cameras Allowed: My Career As An Outlaw Rock & Roll Photographer. He moved to Los Angeles in his 20s to study filmmaking and wrote screenplays for Disney, Paramount, Sony and MGM, as well as a full-length play (The Elvis Test) and several short-form documentaries on Frank Sinatra for Warner Bros. He is also the writer and director of the cult comedy feature film Follow the Bitch. His award-winning debut novel, The Strange Birth, Short Life, and Sudden Death of Justice Girl, centers on the world of ’50s live television and is currently being turned into a TV series. His latest work, the historical fiction novel It’s Alive!, is a vibrant portrait of 1930s Hollywood centered around the chaotic and exciting days just before the filming of the beloved classic film Frankenstein.juliandavidstone.com
The Shapeshifter Chronicles Author Lauren Jankowski @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-17 | laurenjankowski.comROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel (A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation The Shapeshifter Chronicles Author Lauren Jankowski.The Shapeshifter Chronicleslaurenjankowski.com/books Sere from the Greenlaurenjankowski.com/book/sere-from-the-greenThere is a race that lives among humans, unbeknownst to them, called shape shifters, those that can shift from human to animal at will. Many protect the innocent on Earth and act as the eyes and ears of the guardians, divine beings similar to gods in ancient myths.Isis is a woman who lives a normal life until the day she photographs a murder scene for her job. When the body disappears from her photographs, Isis is determined to solve the mystery. Her investigation uncovers answers about her own past and sets her on a journey that will change her life forever.Through Storm and Nightlaurenjankowski.com/book/through-storm-and-night The Meadows is home to the guardians, a race of beings similar to the deities in ancient mythology. They watch over the Earth from their serene lands, keeping everything in check. For millennia, it has been peaceful. However, in the beginning, there was a great war. A war with Chaos, a war that is still remembered in the legends of the guardians and shape shifters.Months have passed since Isis, a shape shifter/guardian hybrid and member of the prophesied Four, narrowly escaped from the Obsidian Manor. The Four still haven’t found answers about the mysterious Coop and their search for the Key has yielded nothing but more questions. When an old alliance is reforged, the Four are thrown into another mystery. Who are the strange shape shifters known only as the “glowing-eyes” and what is their connection to the odd symbol and vanishing bodies?From the Asheslaurenjankowski.com/book/from-the-ashesHaunted by the Kereslaurenjankowski.com/book/haunted-by-the-keresThe Dwelling of Ekhidnalaurenjankowski.com/book/the-dwelling-of-ekhidnaAbout Author Lauren Jankowskilaurenjankowski.com/about Lauren Jankowski, an openly aromantic asexual, adoptee, feminist author from Illinois, has been an avid reader for most of her life. She holds a degree in Women and Genders Studies from Beloit College. In 2015, she founded “Asexual Artists,” a site dedicated to highlighting the contributions of asexual identifying individuals to the arts. To date, she has interviewed over 900 artists.She has been writing fiction since high school, when she noticed a lack of strong women, particularly queer women and women from non-traditional families, in the popular genre books. When she’s not writing or researching, she enjoys reading (particularly anything relating to ancient myths), playing with her pets, watching ballets, or working on her next cosplay. She hopes to bring more strong heroines to literature, including badass asexual women. As an adoptee, she also hopes to bring more accurate and positive portrayals of non-traditional families to genre.Her ongoing series, The Shape Shifter Chronicles, is published through Crimson Fox Publishing. Signed paperbacks of the series can be purchased via Lauren’s Square Marketplace or the Crimson Fox Online Store. The books can also be purchased in ebook or paperback format through all major retailers.Keep up with Lauren on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter! You can also buy her a coffee on Ko-Fi 🙂 Thank you for the support.A Message from Lauren:I’ve always been a writer. There’s just something about a well-written book that has always appealed to me. I’ve always been very imaginative and naturally gravitated towards the fantasy genre (though I had a love of all things horror and Science Fiction as well). However, the more fantasy I devoured, the more I was struck by the absence of tough warrior women (or even women in general).So I set out to create a fantasy novel that featured strong women, who weren’t defined by men. One turned into two, which then turned into five. Now I just can’t seem to stop writing. It’s what I do and who I am.laurenjankowski.cominstagram.com/laurenjankowski27facebook.com/laurenm.jankowskiauthorhttps://x.com/Lauren_Jankowskko-fi.com/laurenjankowskilaurenjankowski.com
Worldbuilding Books and Epic Fantasy Novels by Author M.D. Presley @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-16 | mdpresley.com ROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel) A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Storyteller & Indie Author M.D. PresleyWorldbuilding Books:mdpresley.com/forging-fantasy-realms Woldbuilding For Fantasy Fans And Authors:Worlds can exist without stories, but fantasy stories cannot exist without a vibrant and enthralling world. But what makes a good fantasy world?Be you a top-down planner, a bottom-up pantser, or a fantasy fan experiencing the worldbuilding from the inside-out, this comprehensive guide has you covered. Adopting a “tools not rules” approach, you will discover dozens of worldbuilding strategies, including:• Ineffective, effective, and inspired worldbuilding.• Designing comprehensive magic systems.• The four Cs of worldbuilding and how to use them.• The ins and outs of immersion.• Enhancing the audience experience with fantasy conceits.Also featuring:• Case studies from famous worldbuilders.• Map design 101.• Survey results showing what audiences want. Answers to these questions and more were once scattered throughout the realms, but have finally been compiled and synthesized for fantasy fans and authors alike. Fantasy Worldbuilding Workbook:Bring your worlds to life!Take your worlds to the next level in half the time with this comprehensive worldbuilding guidebook. For authors, DMs, and serious gamers, The Worldbuilding Workbook personalizes the process with over 750 worldbuilding prompts.By establishing your goals, building a bible, combining fantasy conceits and analogue cultures, top-down and bottom-up strategies, and basic story structure, you’ll hone your own personal process to create new creatures, magic systems, and societies.With over 25 infographics, illustrations, and charts, you’ll soon be fashioning unforgettable new fantasy worlds. 101 Worldbuilding Prompts:Take Your First Steps Into WorldbuildingReady to build your first fantasy world but don't know where to start? 101 Worldbuilding Prompts delivers just what it promises with 101 questions to guide you through the process. Focused on fantasy authors, the book includes:• Strategies for top-down planners and bottom-up pantsers.• An introduction into fantasy conceits and analogue cultures.• How to find your subgenre based on your worldbuilding. Questions have been broken down into the six fantasy categories:• Geography• Biology• Physics (Magic!)• Metaphysics• Technology• Culture......along with a list of additional 15+ worldbuilding resources.INNER CIRCLE: Urban Fantasy Detective Series:mdpresley.com/inner-circleRites of PassageCorbin James has never been so lost. Able to dowse since a kid, he’s adept at finding missing things. But after weeks on the run from the FBI, the teen’s luck has finally run dry.Enter the enigmatic Mister with a tempting offer: find an enchanter who has disappeared inside the mysterious Harmon House. Recruited into a reluctant crew of motley magicians, Corbin only has days to navigate their shifting loyalties to earn his freedom by entering the Inner Circle.Lucky for him he’s got his trusty dowsing rod, a defaced 50-cent piece, and enchanted iPod.Every memory leaves a mark.Ghost Stations Corbin James hates NYC. What dowsing detective doesn’t? So, of course his first case, investigating a mysterious new drug targeting fellow magicians, drags him straight there. If that weren't bad enough, he's now facing an invisible assassin, warring wizard factions, and a shadowy magic library.Desperate to prove himself, Corbin leans on Kirin and her crew of scenesters to guide him through the City, from the heights of Inner Circle society to the depths of the abandoned tunnels beneath their feet. But Kirin's got secrets of her own, secrets she will do anything to keep buried.Armed with an expired subway token, an arcane ID, and an oversized teddy bear, Corbin and Kirin are in a race against the clock to unearth every lead before they vanish like ghosts.SOL’S HARVEST: Dark Epic Fantasy Series:mdpresley.com/books The Woven RingThe Imbued Lock BladeThe Glass DaggerThe Shattered Spheremdpresley.com/books
Cynthia Diamond Novels: Where the Seriously Ruthless Fall For the Utterly A-Dork-Able @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-16 | cynthiadiamondauthor.com ROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel (A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Storyteller & Indie Author Cynthia Diamond.About Author Cynthia Diamond:cynthiadiamondauthor.com/meet-cynthia Cynthia is an award-winning paranormal romance author that writes for sassy nerds with a sharp sense of humor. Starting her adult life in theater, she earned a Masters of Fine Arts in Costume Design, but her first love was telling stories. After some encouragement, she dove down the writing rabbit hole, creating magical worlds, snarky heroines, and sexy heroes with a dash of "cinnamon roll".When not telling tales, Cynthia is a geek, a costumer, and an amateur artist. She resides in sunny San Diego, California with her husband Max, two cats of varying intelligence, and a ton of goldfish.Wyrd Love Series:Book 1: Siren's Song: cynthiadiamondauthor.com/siren-s-song She refuses to give in to her nature. He’s built tough walls around desire. Will they survive the heat of a scorching affair? Adelle Constance buries her feelings for good reason. Despite needing her sister to rescue her from her vampire ex, the half-blood siren doesn’t dare risk unleashing her own terrifying powers. But she hates being saddled with a cranky fire-breathing guardian to teach her the art of control.Jack swore to stay away from heartbreak. So when he’s tricked into a vow of protection over his ex-girlfriend’s imperiled cousin, the nine-hundred-year-old dragon can’t wait to get her trained and out his door. But as he teases out her supernatural song, he’s stunned to discover the headstrong girl sneaking past his emotional defenses.While mastering her long-suppressed abilities, Adelle is startled to discover the beautiful heart of gold that lies beneath her teacher’s gruff, scaly exterior. And with bloodthirsty enemies hellbent on killing his precious charge, Jack fears he’s about to lose his love all over again.CONTENT WARNINGS: Depictions of torture, violence, and discussion of parent death. Book 2: Valkyrie's Spearcynthiadiamondauthor.com/valkyrie-s-spearBook 3: Dryad's Vinecynthiadiamondauthor.com/dryad-s-vineBook 4: Alchemy's Hungercynthiadiamondauthor.com/alchemy-s-hungerBook 5: Starting Firescynthiadiamondauthor.com/starting-firesBook 6: Trickster Businesscynthiadiamondauthor.com/trickster-businessHallowed Promisecynthiadiamondauthor.com/copy-of-siren-s-song Book 7: A Witch’s Wantcynthiadiamondauthor.com/copy-of-books (Coming Soon)Magical Husbandry Trilogy Series:Magical Husbandry 1An Impractical Guide to Satyr Charmingcynthiadiamondauthor.com/impracticalguide With her magic stolen, Ivy Bennett is a witch doomed to die. But she isn’t giving up without a fight. One ritual could restore her power, all she needs is a little elbow grease and an abandoned house in the woods. Unfortunately, the home’s current resident -an arrogant satyr named Finn- will not tolerate a witch in his territory. Ivy will be damned if the goat-legged jerk gets in her way. If only he wasn’t as sexy as he is infuriating. Charming a satyr isn't at the top of Ivy's do-to-list, but it's either come to a truce with the insufferable male or knock on death’s door. After witnessing the slaughter of his herd, Finn’s sole purpose is to protect his brother and his lands from deadly witches. But when one moves in, his fury rises. While the need to drive the witch away is strong, his desire for her is stronger. Soon he finds himself wanting the lovely, stubborn female more than hating her. But keeping Ivy as his own would forfeit everything he’s held sacred. And now her presence has attracted something in the forest... Something that may destroy them all.CONTENT WARNINGS: Depictions of anxiety and panic attacks, PTSD, and mild violence.Magical Husbandry 2An Irrational Lesson on Witch-Boy Wooingcynthiadiamondauthor.com/irrational-lessonMagical Husbandry 2An Impossible Practice of Gargoyle Chasingcynthiadiamondauthor.com/copy-of-books (Coming Soon)Stand-Alone Romances:Bardic & The Beastcynthiadiamondauthor.com/copy-of-books (Coming Soon)cynthiadiamondauthor.com instagram.com/cinsdiamond threads.com/@cinsdiamond facebook.com/cynthiadiamondauthor cynthiadiamondauthor.com
Megan Haskel Author - The War of the Nine Faerie Realms An Epic Fantasy Adventure Novels @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-16 | meganhaskell.com ROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel) A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Storyteller & Indie Author Megan Haskel.The Sanyare Chronicles:meganhaskell.com/collections/shop-the-sanyare-chronicles The series that started it all...A woman on the run. A mysterious magical heritage. Framed as a traitor, she has no choice but to forsake her oaths and flee into enemy lands to prove her innocence. Can she uncover the truth of her past before the high elf king takes her head?The War of the Nine Faerie Realms:meganhaskell.com/collections/shop-the-war-of-the-nine-faerie-realms An epic fantasy adventure... In the chaos of war, not all heroes shine. True heroes must rise from shadows to claim the light. For when the pen fails......the sword will take its place.The Rise of Lilith:meganhaskell.com/collections/the-rise-of-lilithA Laguna Beach Mythological Portal Fantasy Adventure...Lil can see the demon on your shoulder. Virtue or vice, she knows exactly what you desire.meganhaskell.com instagram.com/MeganHaskellAuthorfacebook.com/meghaskellmeganhaskell.comStoryteller & Indie Author Megan Haskel Bio:meganhaskell.com/pages/contact Escape into Myth, Magic, and MayhemI’ve been a fantasy reader for as long as I can remember. I’ve always loved joining extraordinary adventures in the written word, imagining myself alongside heroic men and women, fighters and warriors who strive to improve the world, or at least kill the bad guy. Ensconced in the safety of my bedroom, I explored strange lands with dangerous creatures. It was an addiction I was happy to accommodate, especially when my mom wanted me to do my chores.Despite my voracious book appetite, I didn’t start creative writing until I was working as a number cruncher in a big accounting firm. With an hour plus commute by train every day, and a demanding left-brain occupation, I needed a mobile creative outlet. A pen and paper are about as mobile as it gets! As the pages began to fill, I quickly moved onto a tiny laptop, and a writer was born.I wrote for several years during that commute, learning my craft and striving to become a published author. However, with a background in business and a desire to run my own business, I quickly realized I wanted to pursue the independent life of the self-published author. After completing several manuscripts that didn’t quite live up to my own expectations, I at last felt ready to publish my debut novel in Sanyare: The Last Descendant. The book would eventually go on to win a Readers’ Favorite Bronze award in Adventure Fiction and became an IAN Book of the Year Award Finalist. Needless to say, I was hooked.Fast forward a few more years and I partnered up with USA Today Bestselling Author Greta Boris to co-found The Author Wheel. Together, we write non-fiction books for writers, teach courses online and in-person, blog, and otherwise try to help writers become authors and keep their stories rolling. If you’re a writer trying to navigate the writing and publishing world, please consider joining our community!Nowadays, I'm a stay-at-home-mom who prefers a good story and a hot cup of coffee over doing the dishes. I live in Southern California with my wonderfully supportive husband, two daughters, and a ridiculously energetic dog.Join me, and let’s fight some bad guys together.meganhaskell.com/pages/contactmeganhaskell.com instagram.com/MeganHaskellAuthorfacebook.com/meghaskellmeganhaskell.com
Rebekah R. Ganiere - Paranormal Romance, Fantasy Romance, Sci-fi Romance, Urban Fantasy @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-16 | rebekahganiere.comROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel (A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Storyteller & Indie Author Rebekah R. Ganiere.Rebekah R. Ganiere – Books With A Bite !!!!!!Rebekah R. Ganiere is known for her vivid world-building, realistic characters, and sexy love stories. From Paranormal Romance, Fantasy Romance, Sci-fi Romance, Urban Fantasy, Steampunk, Gothic Romance, and Contemporary Holiday Romance- Rebekah writes almost everything.Fairelle Series:rebekahganiere.comFairelle is the world that encompasses Prophecies surrounding a series of Fairytale Retellings, with characters moving from book to book. Fairelle Voted Fantasy Series of the year! Red the Were Hunter voted Best Fantasy book of the year!Dead Awakenings Series:rebekahganiere.com/novels-2/dead-awakeningsSometimes it takes Dying to Figure out who you were meant to BeWolf River Series:rebekahganiere.com/novels-2/wolf-river-seriesIf he can save her from her past, she could be his future.Otherworlder Series:rebekahganiere.com/novels-2/otherworlder-seriesShe’s the Outcast no one wants – until they get into trouble.The Society Trilogy Series:rebekahganiere.com/novels-2/the-societyThe Society Trilogy is a Dystopian Paranormal Romance series based in the US after an outbreak has mutated the majority of humans into a vampire subspecies called vamps, and the few remaining pure humans are the world’s hottest commodity.The Society series follows the world of the Vampires and those that live within it. Starting in book one, Reign of the Vampires, with Lord Danika Chekov, a Vampire Lord, and owner of the largest synthetic blood company in the world.Denizens of the Underworld Series:rebekahganiere.com/novels-2/denizens-of-the-underworldWelcome to Speed Dating with the Denizens of the Underworld Series!Speed Dating with the Denizens of the Underworld is a shared world between some of Paranormal Romance’s Bestselling Authors.Rebekah joined this talented group of writers and has taken on her own little corner of the Underworld with her Speed Dating books based on Norse Mythology. Currently, Rebekah has 3 books released in the shared world with at least 5 more coming in 2024-2026. Be sure to check out the whole series so you can find other great authors as well.Nocturne Bloodlines & Academyrebekahganiere.com/novels-2/nocturne-academyFive Vampire Clans. Five Bloodlines. Each with their own unique abilities. Only one of them can produce Females. But what happens when one of the Bloodlines takes it upon themselves to combine them all? The rest all want a piece of their creation.Immortal Monsters Series:rebekahganiere.com/novels-2/immortal-monsters-seriesImmortal Monsters is a series of Gothic Horror Romance retellings. For those who love the original monsters and legends, this series is for you.Heaven & Hell Series:rebekahganiere.com/novels-2/kissed-by-the-reaperSome loves are worth a battle with both heaven and hell to keep.Happy Holiday Romances Series:rebekahganiere.com/novels-2/stand-alone-holiday-romancesEveryone loves Holiday Romances! Rebekah is no exception. Stand-alone Holiday Romance books are a new favorite genre.Rebekah R. Ganiere Newsletter Link:rebekahganiere.com/newsletterRebekah R. Ganiere Events & Signing Link:rebekahganiere.com/contact-me/rebekahs-calendarAbout Rebekah R. Ganiere:rebekahganiere.com/contact-me Rebekah is an Award-Winning USA Today Bestselling author and an Emmy Nominated Producer/Screenwriter. Her debut novel Dead Awakenings, in January 2014 hit Amazon’s Best Seller List the first day. Rebekah is the former President of the Fantasy, Futuristic & Paranormal Chapter of Romance Writers of America. She was also the former VP of Communications of the Romance Writers of America, Los Angeles Chapter, the Newsletter Editor of the Fantasy, Futuristic & Paranormal Chapter and member of the OCC and YA chapters. In her spare time when she isn’t writing, you can find her moderating or teaching on SavvyAuthors.com, San Diego Comic Con, LA Comic Con, FanX, Long Beach Comic Con, Fyre Con, LTUE, for many chapters of RWA, RT, Booklovers Convention and more.She began writing as a child, with poetry and moved on to short stories in High School. In her first year of college she began her first novel, but never finished it. Several years later she wrote a handful of children’s books and began her second novel in 2008. By 2009 she had finished two more novels.She is also an Award-Winning Emmy Nominate Screenwriter/Producer. Rebekah has spent the last six years writing over three dozen books as well as several screenplays that have recently been made into movies. rebekahganiere.com
Bolt Superhero Romance Series by Angel Payne – USA Today Bestselling Romance Author @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-16 | angelpayne.com ROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel (A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Storyteller & Romance Author Angel Payne.Angel Payne – USA Today Bestselling Author:USA Today bestselling romance author Angel Payne loves to focus on high-heat romance starring memorable alpha men and the women who love them. She has numerous book series to her credit, including the action-packed Bolt Saga and Honor Bound series, Secrets of Stone series (with Victoria Blue), the intertwined Cimarron and Temptation Court series, the Suited for Sin series, and the Lords of Sin historicals, as well as several standalone titles. Angel is a native Southern Californian, leading to her love of being in the outdoors, where she often reads and writes. She still lives in Southern California with her soul-mate husband and beautiful daughter, to whom she is a proud cosplay/culture con mom. Her passions also include whisky tasting, shoe shopping, and travel.angelpayne.com Angel Payne Books Series:Bolt Saga Seriesangelpayne.com/portfolio/bolt Working the night shift at one of Downtown LA’s hottest hotels, Emmalina Crist has had her fair share of strange encounters—but none of them have prepared her for meeting Reece Richards, the charismatic bad boy of the Richards Resorts dynasty. Emma and Reece share an experience unlike anything they could have imagined, leaving Reece enraptured and Emma weighing the consequences of this supercharged night of passion with her boss.But Emma learns fighting the flames only fans them, as Reece saves her life and is compelled to reveal his true identity as Bolt, the city’s superhero savior. She’s always wanted more than just a typical relationship, but falling in love with the man behind the mask is one electrifying ride. Defining their relationship is no easy task—particularly while they’re being subjected to the media’s spotlight, their families’ intrusions, and racing to stay one step ahead of the fringe scientists who want to get Reece back on their lab table.Emma is helpless to resist Reece’s passion and power. He’s bolted her heart and soul forever. But can she reach beyond the normal expectations of reality, and even herself, to fight for the one ultimate superpower—true love?Blood of Zeus Seriesangelpayne.com/portfolio/blood-of-zeus An ancient grudge. A forbidden love.The only thing worse than being a demon is being a Valari. As an undergraduate at Los Angeles’s Alameda University, Kara Valari can sometimes succeed at forgetting she’s both. Lost between the pages of the classics and tucked into the shadows of lecture halls, she can dodge the paparazzi’s lenses as well as her family’s publicized dramas – not to mention their private expectations. She has one more year to feed her true passions. Then she’ll be expected to fulfill a much darker destiny.Cursed with inexplicable strength and godlike stature, literature professor Maximus Kane knows all about darkness. Every day he’s reminded of the missteps of his childhood and the devastating consequences they’ve had on those dearest to him. To atone, Maximus spends his nights alone and his days submerged in the quiet life of academia. His existence has become a study in control, and he’s become a master at it – until Kara Valari walks into his toughest course.Viscerally, Kara’s everything he craves. Logically, she’s everything he rejects. She’s a starlet of privilege. She’s also a student. And after one touch, he can’t deny that she’s awakened something in him that may never go dormant. Nothing about her makes sense, but everything about her feels right. Especially in the deepest strands of his DNA, which are still shadows of mystery to him – a mystery Kara seems determined to uncover.She’s Hollywood royalty. She’s forbidden fruit. And he’s pretty sure she could be the answer to everything. The Cimarron Seriesangelpayne.com/portfolio/into-his-dark Misadventures Seriesangelpayne.com/portfolio/misadventures-with-a-time-traveler Shark’s Edge Seriesangelpayne.com/portfolio/sharks-edge Secretes of Stone Seriesangelpayne.com/portfolio/no-prince-charming Honor Bound Seriesangelpayne.com/portfolio/saved Temptation Court Seriesangelpayne.com/portfolio/naughty-little-gift Suited for Sin Seriesangelpayne.com/portfolio/submit Lords of Sin Seriesangelpayne.com/portfolio/trade-winds Stand Alone Novel: Hercules – Speed Dating with the Denizens of the Underworldangelpayne.com/portfolio/hercules You can also reach Author Angel Payne via: Facebook Payne Passion Fan facebook.com/groups/PaynePassionFacebook Authorfacebook.com/authorangelpayneInstagram: @angelpaynewriterTwitter: @AngelPayneWrtrBookBub: bookbub.com/authors/angel-payneangelpayne.com
Granville House Productions: Hollow Medium a Recovered Audio Paranormal Encounter Story @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-16 | granvillehouseproductions.com ROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel (A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) had a conversation with the team of Granville House Productions.Granville House Productions:Hollow Mediumgranvillehouseproductions.com/hollowmedium A recovered-audio ghost story.Available on your favorite podcast platformA collection of wax cylinders from 1926 chronicles a prohibition-era bartender's paranormal encounter with her dead brother-in-law.Listen:hollowmedium.com/listen Want a behind-the-scenes look at Hollow Medium? Follow on social media! instagram.com/granvillehouseprodfacebook.com/hollowmedium Press Inquiries:granvillehouseproductions.com/contactcontact@granvillehouseproductions.com granvillehouseproductions.com
PROJECT NAOSIS & OMEGA 2090 Comic Books published by Visual Vibration LLC @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-16 | projectnaosis.comROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel (A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Storyteller & Indie Author of PROJECT NAOSIS.projectnaosis.com/projects-2PROJECT NAOSIS Comic Book Series:Our main series in the world of Naosis follows Jonathon Evans (Omega) & and his unit of elite soldiers on their mission to bring back peace to the world. In this process uncovering the truths and secrets that will change their lives and the ones around them forever. OMEGA 2090 Comic Book Series:Omega 2090 is the origin story of our heroes Omega, Thorn & Helcate. This is a four-issue mini-series and showcases what got them their powers and there first major threat they knew thought they would have to face.Crimson Payne 1 Comic Book:This one-shot follows Crimson Payne after the events of Episode 0. As he sets his sights on freeing all the super-enhanced imprisoned in The Goliath. Voltage & Imperium Comic Book:This one-shot follows the street-level heroes of Naosis. This story follows VOLTAGE & IMPERIUM! PROJECT NAOSIS Characters:projectnaosis.com/character-bioSign Up to the PROJECT NAOSIS Newsletter:projectnaosis.com/coming-soon-02VISUAL VIBRATION LLCprojectnaosis.com/about-5Visual Vibration LLC is the publisher of Project Naosis, Omega 2090, and all stories in the world of Project Naosis This publishing company is for the people. The people that are looking for a new superhero on-going story with no multiverse or do-overs where the stakes get raised in every issue.projectnaosis.cominstagram.com/projectnaosisfacebook.com/projectnaosisFBprojectnaosis.com
STONE HARBOR COMICS Driven to Provide New and Engaging Science Fiction Stories @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-16 | stoneharborcomics.comROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel (A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Storyteller & Indie Author Royce Adkins of Stone Harbor Comics.We Are Stone Harbor Comics!An indie comic book company driven to provide new and engaging science fiction stories that champion diversity for the current and next generation!STONE HARBOR COMICS PURPOSE:A shift is happening in the entertainment industry. People from all walks of life demand representation in the content they consume. It's a battle cry that we can no longer ignore. The arrival of Black Panther and Shang-Chi is proof of this. However, there is still much work to be done, especially in the science fiction space. These exuberant stories of amazement and wonder have historically targeted a particular group, thus excluding people of color. The purpose of Stone Harbor Comics is to place a more diverse group of characters in the captains' chair of their own spectacular folklores for the next generation to enjoy.The Comic Books of STONE HARBOR COMICS:The Stone Harbor Comics Universe:All three of our series occur in the same near-future of a new/altered version of the city of Los Angeles, where technology has advanced to where artificial heart transplants are standard practice, new age of neurotechnology is transpiring, and genetically enhanced super soldiers exist. The government and corporations are in an unprecedented technological arms race to discover new ways to improve people's lives and protect our country, that will, in turn, make them lots of money. But will the ends justify the means?Legend of Althea Seriesstoneharborcomics.com/products/legend-of-althea-sci-fi-teen-comic-bookLegend of Althea is a sci-fi/coming of age story about a teenage girl named Althea who receives the ability to heal people following an artificial heart transplant. After her dad succumbs to an unknown terminal illness, Althea must learn to harness her new powers to save her dad before his time runs out. But when The Wolf Pack, a notorious street gang, learns of her abilities, they seek to use Althea for their own selfish agenda. As if trying to finish high school wasn’t hard enough!BioPunks Seriesstoneharborcomics.com/products/biopunks-vol-1-sci-fi-action-comic-book BioPunks is a sci-fi/action story about three physically altered subjects who gain special powers from an experimental procedure meant to cure them. Now they must band together to fight off a relentless force who seeks to harness the source of their power, The Spinal Core. OUTCASTSstoneharborcomics.com/pages/about OUTCASTS is a gritty sci-fi/action story about Aaron, a former super-soldier afflicted with chronic asthma, who is cast out of the covert government program that created him. Armed with his specialized Battlehaler, Aaron takes to the streets as a vigilante, seeking redemption. His quest for reinstatement leads him to uncover a deep-rooted conspiracy that threatens to unravel the very fabric of his society.ABOUT THE CREATOR Royce Adkins:Royce Adkins is a filmmaker, comic book author, and all-around sci-fi head. At a young age, Royce was compelled to tell his own stories when he realized there was a need for more representation in the films he watched and the comics he read. There weren't enough characters who looked like him, especially in the science fiction space. Now being a father, Royce wants to help ensure his kids will have access to stories where they feel included. Refusing to wait on Hollywood to accomplish this goal, Royce turned to the comic book community where he has been met with overwhelmingly positive feedback and support after launching his first two comic book series, BioPunks and Legend of Althea under his comic book company, Stone Harbor Comics. Now with his third series, OUTCASTS, coming soon Royce aims to take that support even further with a mission to tell a plethora of stories that resonate with others who desperately want and deserve to be seen!stoneharborcomics.com
Stephanie K. Clemens - For the Love of Hot Chocolate Cozy Fantasy RomComs @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-16 | stephaniekclemens.com ROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel (A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Storyteller & Indie Author Stephanie K. ClemensLadies of WACK Series (Steampunk Stories)stephaniekclemens.squarespace.com/ladies-of-wack When the first four women are accepted to university they don’t know what to expect. What they find is so much more than the expected. Follow each of these four women’s stories as they figure out the ins and outs of university life. For the Love of Hot ChocolateWynterfell Romancesstephaniekclemens.squarespace.com/wynterfell-romances Cozy Fantasy RomComs inspired by your favorite fairytales. Sometimes you want to read something that feels like a warm hug. That’s what Cozy Fantasy is all about. Imagine stories where tensions rise, but solutions are simple, and sometimes absolutely adorable. My cozy fantasies are light and fun and just what you need when you want a book snack. Cozy Mysteriesstephaniekclemens.squarespace.com/cozy-mysteriesFantasies and Folklorestephaniekclemens.squarespace.com/fantasiesT.A.L.E.S.stephaniekclemens.com/anthologiesShort story anthologies brought to you by the Librarian, or maybe it’s the Library, and the Assistants. Stephanie K. Clemens is currently featured in two anthologies, TALES of Christmas Villains and TALES of Snowed in Scoundrels. About Stephanie K. Clemens:stephaniekclemens.com/about Stephanie K Clemens is known for many things: an author, photographer, dog mom, instagrammer, adventurer, teacher, lawyer, and more. When she’s not sitting behind her laptop she can be found on some adventure. Most of the time it’s a road trip with her two doggos, but recently it has been in the pages of a book.stephaniekclemens.com
ANTOINE BANDELE STORYTELLER AUTHOR OF ACTION & ADVENTURE FANTASY NOVELS @ Comic Con ROAD TO THE CON 2025-07-16 | antoinebandele.comROAD TO THE CON YouTube Channel (A Channel all about Comic book community and pop culture) has a conversation with Storyteller & Indie Author ANTOINE BANDELEANTOINE BANDELE IS AN AMAZON BESTSELLING AUTHOR IN ACTION ADVENTURE FANTASY, DARK FANTASY, SWORD & SORCERY, AFRICAN AMERICAN FANTASY, AFRICAN LITERATURE, AND YOUNG ADULT NORSE MYTHS & LEGENDS. antoinebandele.com/about CHILDREN’S STORIESMythology and Meantoinebandele.com/book-page-mythology-and-me DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF MYTHS FROM AROUND THE WORLD IN THIS BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED, RHYMING ADVENTURE! YOUNG ADULT FANTASY STORIESTJ Young & The Orishas Series:The Gatekeeper’s Staff (TJ Young & The Orishas, Book 1)antoinebandele.com/the-gatekeepers-staff TJ YOUNG HAS BEEN SURROUNDED BY MAGIC HIS WHOLE LIFE. YET HE HAS NEVER BEEN ABLE TO TAP INTO IT… UNTIL NOW.The Windweaver’s Storm (TJ Young & The Orishas, Book 2)antoinebandele.com/the-windweavers-storm NEVER MAKE A DEAL WITH A DEITY. PROMISES WITH ONE ARE IMPOSSIBLE TO KEEP.The Hero’s Equinox (TJ Young & The Orishas, Book 3)antoinebandele.com/book-page-the-heros-equinox HOW DO YOU BREAK OUT A GOD FROM A COSMIC PRISON?YOU BRING A CREW AND A WHOLE LOT OF MAGIC.Orishas Among Mortals Series:Will of the Mischief Maker (Orishas Among Mortals, Book 1)antoinebandele.com/will-of-the-mischief-maker A PREQUEL SHORT STORYWHAT HAPPENS WHEN A DEITY NEEDS A HUMAN BODY? THEY GO TO THE SOURCE, OF COURSE.When the Wind Speaks (Orishas Among Mortals, Book 2)antoinebandele.com/when-the-wind-speaksAN EPILOGUE SHORT STORYWHAT HAPPENS WHEN A DEITY NEEDS TO RECONNECT WITH HUMANITY?THEY GO TO NEW YORK CITY, OF COURSE.An Axe for a Hammer (Orishas Among Mortals, Book 3)antoinebandele.com/book-page-an-axe-for-a-hammer WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A MORTAL ASKS A DEITY FOR HELP?THEY FIND THEMSELVES IN THE MIDDLE OF A COSMIC WAR, OF COURSE.Tales from the Otherworlds (An Anthology)antoinebandele.com/book-page-tales-from-the-otherworlds THE OTHERWORLDS ARE PLACES WHERE QUESTS AWAIT, MAGIC THRUMS THROUGH THE LAND, MYTHICAL CREATURES ROAM, AND LEGENDARY GODS WALK AMONG MORTALS. ONCE ONE ENTERS, THEY MAY FIND IT HARDER TO LEAVE THAN THEY EXPECTED…The Chronicles of Underrealm (An Anthology)antoinebandele.com/the-legend-of-cabrus CONTAINED WITHIN THESE PAGES ARE THE FIRST 11 CHRONICLES OF UNDERREALM, SHORT STORIES PENNED IN THIS EXPANSIVE WORLD. WRITTEN BY A WIDE ARRAY OF INCREDIBLE AUTHORS, THESE TALES WILL REVEAL SECRETS OF UNDERREALM THAT AVID READERS WON’T FIND ANYWHERE ELSE—AND INTRODUCE NEW ARRIVALS TO A WORLD THAT’S EVERY BIT AS INTRICATE AND INTERESTING AS OUR OWN.Other ANTOINE BANDELE Novels Series:The Kishi (Tales from Esowon, Book 1)antoinebandele.com/the-kishiA PACIFIST MONK. A THREATENING DARKNESS. AN INNOCENT VILLAGE HANGING IN THE BALANCE.Demons, Monks, & Lovers (Lost Tales from Esowon, Collection 1)antoinebandele.com/demons-monks-lovers A COLLECTION FROM THE LOST TALES FROM ESOWON, A SERIES OF STANDALONE STORIES EXPANDING ON THE WORLD AND STORY PRESENTED IN TALES FROM ESOWON: THE KISHI.Last of My Kind (Lost Tales from Esowon, Book 1)antoinebandele.com/last-of-my-kind WHEN THE WAR WITH THE HUMANS STARTED, THERE WERE HUNDREDS OF US, THEN IT WAS JUST ME AND FATHER. NOW IT’S JUST ME.By Sea & Sky (The Sky Pirate Chronicles, Book 1)antoinebandele.com/by-sea-and-sky WITH NO MAGIC, NO BRAWN, AND NO PIRATE CREW, ZALA SEEKS TO STEAL BACK THE ONE TREASURE THAT MATTERS TO HER MOST: HER HUSBAND.Of Ruin & Silk (The Sky Pirate Chronicles, Book 2)antoinebandele.com/by-sea-and-sky A PIRATE CREW IN SHAMBLES. A MILITARY OFFICER ON THE RISE. AND A CITY OF RUIN AND SILK…Kill the Moon (A Short Story)antoinebandele.com/book-page-kill-the-moon ORION’S THE NAME, AND MOON-KILLING’S MY GAMEAbout Author ANTOINE BANDELE:ANTOINE BANDELE IS AN AMAZON BESTSELLING AUTHOR IN ACTION ADVENTURE FANTASY, DARK FANTASY, SWORD & SORCERY, AFRICAN AMERICAN FANTASY, AFRICAN LITERATURE, AND YOUNG ADULT NORSE MYTHS & LEGENDS.He was born and raised in Los Angeles, though he spent one year in Fort Lewis near Tacoma, Washington while his father served in the U.S. Army.He lives in Los Angeles with his life partner and cat. You can find him producing videos all over YouTube, including his own channel (which you should totally check out). He is also an audiobook engineer.antoinebandele.com youtube.com/@AntoineBandele/videosfacebook.com/youtubeantoinebandeleantoinebandele.com
