New and Old: SPX 2016
Sep 29, 2016http://www.tcj.com/new-and-old-spx-2016/
Thursday, September 29, 2016
Richmond Zine Fest is this weekend
Richmond Zine Fest celebrates 10 years this weekend with first multi-day fest, and focus on POC and LGBTQ zinemakers
Words by Sasha Jiron
– Sep 26, 2016
Oct 4 - 6: Juana Medina at Politics and Prose
Bilingual Events with Juana Medina
Beloved children's author and illustrator Juana Medina has delighted kids and parents everywhere with Smick! and One Big Salad. Now, she continues to charm young readers with her trademark style in Juana & Lucas, in which the young protagonist learns English with the help of her canine friend. Join Juana Medina for a series of bilingual readings across DC. Intended for ages 6-8. Join her:
Tuesday, October 4 at 10:30 a.m. at Connecticut Avenue
Wednesday, October 5 at 9:30 a.m. at Busboys and Poets 14th & V
Thursday, October 6 at 7:30 p.m. at Takoma Park Library (MD)
"Shelly" cartoonist Don Vannozzi has died
His obituary is here, and notes "Don's comic strip, "Shelly," ran in the Washington Evening Star, the Sacramento Union and the San Diego Tribune."
Does anyone remember this strip? I think Richard Thompson mentioned it to me once, but haven't found the reference if it was in an interview.Richard Thompson remembered in Air & Space Magazine
We've been tipped that the "October/November 2016 Air & Space/Smithsonian Magazine is now out. "Sightings" on page 68-69 is a salute to Richard Thompson. Check your local newstands."
Wednesday, September 28, 2016
Today: Juana Medina at Hooray for Books in Alexandria
Wednesday, September 28th: Author and illustrator Juana Medina will be at Hooray for Books! to present her newest novel for the elementary school crowd, Juana and Lucas. This beautifully illustrated chapter book will appeal to fans of Judy Moody and Clarice Bean! 6 pm.
Juana loves many things: drawing; eating Brussels sprouts; living in Bogota, Columbia; and especially her dog, Lucas. She does not love wearing her itchy school uniform or going to dance class, and she especially doesn't love learning English. But when her grandparents tell her about a special trip they are planning -- a trip where they will need Juana to speak English -- she begins to think learning English might be a good use of her time, after all.
1555 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
www.hooray4books.comTuesday, September 27, 2016
Matt Dembicki launches ReDistricted website with comics on DC
The first one is up and is by me and local cartoonist Kevin Rechin. It's a story about Walter Reed before he became THE Walter Reed.
of Buzzard Point
http://www.redistrictedcomics.
Mosquitoes are in the news quite a bit today. So for our first comic, we reached back to Dr. Walter Reed (1851-1902), a U.S. Army bacteriologist who helping conquer the dreaded yellow fever, but not before a few miscues along the way.
Walter Reed & the Mysterious Malaria
of Buzzard Point
Story by Michael Rhode
Art by Kevin Rechin
Lettering by Matt Dembicki
ReDistricted (September 27 2016):http://www.redistrictedcomics.
Mosquitoes are in the news quite a bit today. So for our first comic, we reached back to Dr. Walter Reed (1851-1902), a U.S. Army bacteriologist who helping conquer the dreaded yellow fever, but not before a few miscues along the way.
Comic Riffs talks to Congressman John Lewis about his 'March'
National Book Fest: How Rep. John Lewis tries to inspire young people to 'stand up, speak out'
Comic Riffs talks to Ed Piskor
National Book Fest: 'Hip Hop Family Tree' cartoonist taps two cultures like a creative Marvel
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog
Monday, September 26, 2016
Oct 11: The Fantastic Fantom Signing
The Fantastic Fantom Signing
Fantom Comics 2010 P Street NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20036 |
Start buying your books and lining up your ducks because we've got the signing of the century happening at Fantom Comics in October!
MARGUERITE BENNETT (Insexts, DC Comics Bombshells, Fresh Romance, Josie & the Pussycats)
SAM MAGGS (Wonder Women, Fangirl's Guide to the Galaxy)
RYAN NORTH (Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, Adventure Time)
JASON REYNOLDS (Spider-man: Miles Morales YA Novel)
MARGARET STOHL (Forever Red & Red Vengeance: Black Widow YA Novels)
will all be signing at Fantom Comics on October 11th, 6pm!
MARGUERITE BENNETT (Insexts, DC Comics Bombshells, Fresh Romance, Josie & the Pussycats)
SAM MAGGS (Wonder Women, Fangirl's Guide to the Galaxy)
RYAN NORTH (Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, Adventure Time)
JASON REYNOLDS (Spider-man: Miles Morales YA Novel)
MARGARET STOHL (Forever Red & Red Vengeance: Black Widow YA Novels)
will all be signing at Fantom Comics on October 11th, 6pm!
A Conversation With Berkeley Breathed, Creator of the “Bloom County” Comic Strip
Sep 26 2016 • 11 a.m. (ET)
A Conversation With Berkeley Breathed, Creator of the "Bloom County" Comic Strip
The first new "Bloom County" comics in 25 years tell the origin story of Bill the Cat.
The Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of "Bloom County" on the revival of his beloved comic strip after a 25-year hiatus and a new book about the origins of Bill The Cat.
Guests
- Berkeley Breathed creator of the comic strips Bloom County, Outland and Opus. He is a screenwriter, author, cartoonist and illustrator. He was awarded the 1987 Pulitzer Prize for cartooning. He is the author of numerous books for young and old, including: "Bloom County Babylon: Five Years of Basic Naughtiness;" "Opus: 25 Years of His Sunday Best;" "A Wish for Wings That Work;" and, "Red Ranger Came Calling."
Today: Kate Beaton at Hooray for Books
Monday, September 26th: We are thrilled to announce that author and cartoonist extraordinaire Kate Beaton is coming to Hooray for Books! If you are a fan of webcomics, then you might already love Beaton's Hark! A Vagrant series. If you frequent our Wednesday Story Times, then you definitely know how much we love her first picture book, The Princess and the Pony. Now, come to Hooray for Books! as Beaton presents her second and newest picture book, King Baby. Just as hilarious as all of Beaton's work, King Baby is sure to be a story time favorite that will resonate with everyone who has ever been a parent, aunt or uncle, sibling, or even just seen a baby in action. This event is free and open to the public, but you must purchase at least one Scholasti
c title from Hooray for Books! in order to join the signing line. 6 pm.
c title from Hooray for Books! in order to join the signing line. 6 pm. 1555 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
www.hooray4books.comSept 26: Jeffrey Brown and Judd Winick in Takoma Park
Monday, September 26, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.
Andy and Lucy may live 40,000 years in the past, but these Neanderthal siblings have problems—crushes, squabbles, and baby brothers— that persist today. Brown tells their story alongside nonfiction sections that serve to dispel misinformation about these human relatives.
In Winick's sequel to Hilo, the titular heroic alien robot unexpectedly returns to Earth and human friends DJ and Gina. Then, mysterious portals pop up all over town and disgorge one terrifying creature after another. An enormous mutant chicken and a million killer vegetables are only some of the foes that Hilo, DJ, and Gina must confront in order to save their community. Ages 9-12
In Winick's sequel to Hilo, the titular heroic alien robot unexpectedly returns to Earth and human friends DJ and Gina. Then, mysterious portals pop up all over town and disgorge one terrifying creature after another. An enormous mutant chicken and a million killer vegetables are only some of the foes that Hilo, DJ, and Gina must confront in order to save their community. Ages 9-12
Takoma Park Library (MD)
101 Philadelphia Ave
Takoma Park MD 20912
Friday, September 23, 2016
Nov 10: Vivek Tiwary at Tysons Corner Mall
The Fifth Beatle: The Brian Epstein Story Expanded Edition
Vivek Tiwary
Author Event (Other)Thursday November 10, 2016 7:00 PM
Please join us for an evening with #1 New York Times bestselling author, a Tony Award-winning Broadway producer Vivek Tiwary. Mr. Tiwary will speak and sign copies of his bestselling graphic novel The Fifth Beatle: The Brian Epstein Story Expanded Edition. Wristbands for this event will be given out at 6pm on our first floor.
The Fifth Beatle: The Brian Epstein Story Expanded Edition
By Vivek J. TiwaryPublish Date: 10/25/2016
Tysons Corner Mall
Tysons Corner Center7851 L. Tysons Corner Center
McLean, VA 22102
703-506-2937
Store Hours:
Sun 10-9
Mon-Sat 10-10
Chris Mautner on Cul de Sac
Comic Connections: Revisiting Richard Thompson's Cul de Sac.
By Chris Mautner
The Smart Set 09/22/2016
http://thesmartset.com/comic-connections/Bill Brown work in 'Cricket'
Local cartoonist Bill Brown provided a few illustrations for a story in the current edition of the children's magazine "Cricket."
Comic Riffs talks to Keith Knight
A North Carolina cartoonist explains what it's like to draw police violence
Washington Post Comic Riffs blog
The Post reviews Storks cartoon
Despite a few hiccups, 'Storks' is a bundle of joy [online as] 'Storks' doesn't soar, but ultimately sticks the landing]
Sept 26: Jeffrey Brown and Judd Winick in Takoma Park
Monday, September 26, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.
Andy
and Lucy may live 40,000 years in the past, but these Neanderthal
siblings have problems—crushes, squabbles, and baby brothers— that
persist today. Brown tells their story alongside nonfiction sections
that serve to dispel misinformation about these human relatives.
In Winick’s sequel to Hilo, the titular heroic alien robot unexpectedly returns to Earth and human friends DJ and Gina. Then, mysterious portals pop up all over town and disgorge one terrifying creature after another. An enormous mutant chicken and a million killer vegetables are only some of the foes that Hilo, DJ, and Gina must confront in order to save their community. Ages 9-12
In Winick’s sequel to Hilo, the titular heroic alien robot unexpectedly returns to Earth and human friends DJ and Gina. Then, mysterious portals pop up all over town and disgorge one terrifying creature after another. An enormous mutant chicken and a million killer vegetables are only some of the foes that Hilo, DJ, and Gina must confront in order to save their community. Ages 9-12
Takoma Park Library (MD)
101 Philadelphia Ave
Takoma ParkMD20912
Thursday, September 22, 2016
Splash Mob Comic - a local plumbing cartoon ad
This came across the screen yesterday:
CroppMetcalfe, local D.C. home improvement company, recently created the comic, "Splash Mob" to illustrate what can happen if a homeowner ignores the telling signs of a plumbing problem in their home.
CroppMetcalfe, local D.C. home improvement company, recently created the comic, "Splash Mob" to illustrate what can happen if a homeowner ignores the telling signs of a plumbing problem in their home.
I love the idea of cartoon ads. They've got a very long history especially in the Sunday comics section. Some are much better than others of course - the New Yorker in particular is letting cartoons be repurposed as ads within its pages (or else the NY'r cartoonists are creating new cartoons as ads).
I wrote back to CroppMetcalfe's representative with a few questions, and here's her answers:
CroppMetcalfe, a local D.C. home services company, came up with idea to create a comic strip. Luckyanson Prak, an illustrator and animator located in Buffalo, NY, worked on the comic. We have one more comic strip titled "A Hard Day's Bite" that will be go live in the near future. You will find both comics on CroppMetcalfe's Blog.
Comic Riffs talks to Gene Yang
National Book Festival: How new MacArthur 'genius' Gene Luen Yang is teaching our kids with comics
Sept 25: Calvin Trillin at Politics and Prose for his Roz Chast illustrated book
Sunday, September 25, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.
Trillin brings his trademark wit to the world of children's literature for the first time in this collection of verse. Each poem describes a seemingly mundane element of childhood, from learning to tie shoelaces to zealously collecting stuffed animals. One youthful narrator generously offers up his sister at the doctor's office as a more fitting recipient for a shot, while another explains that "The Grandpa Rule" really means that there are no rules at all for the length of Grandpa's visit. The quiet joys of childhood that Trillin depicts will evoke laughter and perhaps some nostalgia for those who, through the years, have remained young at heart. All ages
5015 Connecticut Ave NW
WashingtonDC20008
$17.99
9780545825788
Orchard Books - September 27th, 2016
Comic Riffs on Gene Yang's genius grant
Visual storytellers Gene Luen Yang, Lauren Redniss land the 2016 MacArthur 'genius' grant
Washington Post Comic Riffs
Wednesday, September 21, 2016
PW on SPX
Fantagraphics' Stars Shine at Small Press Expo 2016
Sep 21, 2016http://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/comics/article/71522-fantagraphics-stars-shine-at-small-press-expo-2016.html
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