Aaron Costain, creator of the self-published Entropy series and Calamity Coach one-shot, has written a great essay examining the way architectural drawings and comics are read. Interesting stuff.
Aaron makes great comics, I always look forward to the next installment of Entropy. His comics can be found at finer comic shops including: Legends Comics and Books (BC); Strange Adventures (NS, NB); The Beguiling (ON); The Dragon (ON); Librairie Drawn + Quarterly (QC).
Even though he missed the deadline to register his candidacy, National Post cartoonist Steve Murray (aka comic book creator Chip Zdarsky) is running for the office of Mayor in the city of Toronto.
He’s got a pretty extensive website up and everything, which you know, all great candidates need to have. Did I mention Facebook? Tweets?
Well, he’s got my vote!
The Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo has announced the dates for next year: June 17-19, 2011 in Halls A, B, & C of the BMO Round Up Centre @ Stampede Park in Calgary, Alberta.
This will be the first year the event will be a full three day convention.
Are you interested in helping the organizers of the Calgary Comic & Entertainment Expo plan their 2011 event? They have a short survey on the front page of their website asking you to check off the genre shows and movies that interest you. This will assist them in deciding on who to invite and programming.
First, we’d like to welcome a new member to the Executive, Andrew Walsh. Andrew is filling the role of Webcomics Award Coordinator. Some of you may have met Andrew at the webcomics panel he moderated in June at the Toronto ComiCON Fan Appreciation Event.
Secondly, you’ll notice on the right that Jason has compiled a list of comics published & distributed in 2010 (in English) by Canadian creators (to date). This list will be updated each week as new information arrives and new books are released. This will enable our nominating committee to start looking at the 2010 releases NOW and review the books as they come in each week, which will speed up the nomination process in January so that we can have the nominees list out in February and give us more time to get the books required to our Juries in order to make their decisions.
Bleeding Cool contributor Mike McLarty has posted some three pages of The Underwater Welder, Lemire’s graphic novel for Top Shelf, hopefully coming to stores in 2012.
Yes, it says 2011 on the image, but it's slated for 2012.
Canadian publisher KIDS CAN PRESS continues to work with innovative creators from across the country to produce great graphic novels for young readers. So far KCP have released four graphic novels of note in 2010 that will certainly be strongly considered for the 2011 Joe Shuster Awards.
Binky to the Recue by Ashley Spires
While in hot pursuit of an alien invader (a bug), Binky accidentally falls out the space station porthole (bathroom window) and finds himself in outer space (outside) for the very first time. But just as Binky begins to explore, he discovers that his copilot, Ted (stuffed mousie), is trapped beneath an enemy warship (wasps’ nest)! Binky must rescue Ted from the clutches of these evil aliens. Will he be able to save his best friend? Can Ted survive his ordeal? Does Binky still suffer from space gas? This book will delight graphic novel readers of all ages.
Grades: 2 to 5
Ages: 7 to 10
© 2010
4-color • 6 1/2 x 8 1/2 • 64 pages
Hardcover $16.95 – ISBN 978-1-55453-502-6
Paperback $8.95 – ISBN 978-1-55453-597-2
Mummy Mayhem: A Sam and Friends Mystery by Mary Labatt and Jo Rioux
Sam loves a spooky mystery, but when this dog detective finds herself on the run from an ancient curse, is it more than she can handle? When Sam notices a strange, lumpy figure wrapped in white walking by her house every day, she doesn’t think much of it. Then Sam’s human friends Jennie and Beth recount the story of a mummy’s curse they learned about at a museum exhibit. Could the weird figure wrapped in white be a mummy on the rampage? Young graphic novel readers will furiously turn pages to find a surprising solution to this mystery.
Grades: 2 to 5
Ages: 7 to 10
© 2010
BW • 6 1/2 x 8 1/2 • 96 pages
Hardcover $16.95 – ISBN 978-1-55453-470-8
Paperback $7.95 – ISBN 978-1-55453-471-5
Three Thieves: Book One – Tower of Treasure by Scott Chantler
As an acrobat in a traveling circus, 14-year-old orphan Dessa Redd flies through the air with ease. Still, she is weighed down by troubling memories. But when her ragtag circus troupe pulls into the city of Kingsbridge, Dessa feels a tickle of hope. Maybe here in the royal city she will finally find her twin brother — or the mysterious man who snatched him away when they were just children. Meanwhile, Topper, the circus juggler, recruits Dessa and the circus strongman, Fisk, for the job of robbing the royal treasury. Hungry and desperate, both agree, setting off a series of adventures that will take the three thieves from one end of the world to the other in search of Dessa’s long-lost brother. Scott Chantler’s fast-paced story will engage readers while his bold-lined art with richly detailed backgrounds is a tribute to classic comic books.
Grades: 4 to 6
Ages: 9 to 12
© 2010
4-color • 6 x 9 • 112 pages
Hardcover $17.95 – ISBN 978-1-55453-414-2
Paperback $8.95 – ISBN 978-1-55453-415-9
Lila and Ecco’s Do-It-Yourself Comics Club by Willow Dawson
Twelve-year-olds Lila and Ecco are obsessed with comics. Every summer, they dress up as their favorite characters to attend the local comic book convention. This year, after they stumble into a workshop of comics creators, Lila and Ecco come to an exciting realization — they can make their very own comic books! Join Lila and Ecco as they embark on their exciting and rewarding do-it-yourself adventure. Along the way, readers will see how comics can be used to share stories with their friends and say what they want to say. They’ll also learn how to harness ideas and inspiration; create believable characters and stories; illustrate motion, suspense and time passing; tips and step-by-step instructions on inking, coloring, lettering, cover art and design, binding comics and much, much more.
Grades: 3 to 6
Ages: 8 to 12
© 2010
BW • 7 1/4 x 10 • 112 pages
Hardcover $16.95 – ISBN 978-1-55453-438-8
Paperback $7.95 – ISBN 978-1-55453-439-5
You see a lot of the same people repeated this month at image…. Riley Rossmo, for example, has a big month with the launch of Proof Endangered #1, the fifth Proof tpb and the second Cowboy Ninja Viking tpb; The Incredibles’ Marcio Takara is providing the artwork for Dynamo 5 in December; Jim Zubkavich’s hit the Skull Kickers sees the arrival of it’s fourth issue; Finally, Todd McFarlane’s work will appear as usual in the Spawn and Haunt series, but the big release of the month is the massive, 300-page Art of Todd McFarlane hardcover!
THE ART OF TODD McFARLANE: THE DEVIL’S IN THE DETAILS HC
story by TODD McFARLANE
art by TODD McFARLANE
DECEMBER 1
300 PAGES / FC
$64.99
Showcasing TODD McFARLANE’s unique art style, which burst onto the comic book scene in the late 1980s and forever changed the landscape of comic book art. Features art from original comic art boards; rare, never-before-seen sketches; as well as art from McFARLANE’s work on Batman, Spider-Man and the Hulk (amongst many others), and his own top-selling creation, Spawn. Also features selected commentary by the artist himself. Large format hardcover book presents McFARLANE’s detailed art style at a previously unpublished size!
Limited edition of 5000 initial run. Continue reading
Phoenix Comics NW open it’s doors as the 90′s comic bubble was bursting. Though persistence and diversity the store has maintained a strong position amongst Calgary’s abundant comic shops.
Owner’s Name: Michael Bower
Manager’s Name: Russell Heitzmann
Number of Employees: 6
Years in Business: 16 (1994)
Physical Address: 1010 16th Ave NW Calgary, AB
Telephone Number: 403-220-1399
Website: www.phoenixcomics.ca
Email: phoenixcomics@gmail.com
Phoenix Comics NW in Calgary, AB
How did you choose your store name?
The owner of our South location previously owned a store which burned down. The new store was named after the phoenix, a mythical bird which rises from its ashes when it is consumed by fire.
How many sq ft is your store? 3000
Favorite Comic Book, published in the past few months: Walking Dead
Five all-time classic comics, graphic novels or story arcs
Sandman
Watchmen
V for Vendetta
From Hell
Grendel War Child
What upcoming books are you excited about in the near future?
I’m always way behind in my reading, but I’m really looking forward to reading The Sword by the Luna Bothers now that it is complete.
What interesting things are you planning in the next 12 months to make your store even better?
We are looking at adding more regular events. Also, we are going to be carrying more plushes (mostly Nintendo and Anime related stuff) and possibly a return to carrying board games.
What has been one of the most rewarding parts of running your business?
It is never boring, and I’m not stuck in a cubicle working hard for someone else.
What has been one of the biggest challenges?
Staying on top of trends is always challenging.
Why are you a comics retailer?
Taking Engineering at university sucked!
Product Lines Carried:
Comics and Graphic Novels of course. Manga, Anime, Toys, Magic the Gathering, other games, collecting supplies, Art books, Statues.
Best selling floppy/monthly books: Amazing Spider-man
Best selling manga: Naruto
What percentage of your business is comics compared to the peripherals of a ‘culture store’?
Comics and Graphic Novels make up just under 50% of our sales.
What are your Best selling graphic novel/TPB books? Walking Dead
What books do you find yourself recommending the most?
Walking Dead, Sandman, Y the Last Man, Preacher, The Boys, Fables, Batman Hush, Batman Long Halloween, Dark Knight Returns
What great comic/manga should everyone under 14 be reading? Bone
What comic/manga would you recommend for an adult interested in returning to comics?
Walking Dead or Y the Last Man for non-superhero
Invincible or Green Lantern for superhero.
How important is the web to your business?
We do not sell online, but we use it for advertising.
Does your store have an area of expertise? What makes your store unique in your market?
We have the biggest Manga selection in the city by far. We also have the best Magic the Gathering selection.
Describe the comic book scene within your community? (e.g.: amateur comics, anime/manga clubs, comic clubs, convention events) How do you help foster and support your comic community?
We make annual donations to a number of high school and university manga/comic clubs. We attend all the local comic and manga shows.
Do you participate in Free Comic Book Day?
In a limited fashion.
What aspect of your store are you most proud?
Our continued growth and our ability to adapt to a changing market.
Do you have special event nights/days at the store? What have been some or your best/most fun promotions/events?
We currently run a number of events for the various games we sell. The most successful are definitely the Magic Pre-release events.
Have the last few years of Hollywood film releases changed your customer base?
No.
Graphic Novels have been a growth product for large bookstore chains, does this affect your customer base or business?
Not really. They generally have much less selection than we do. The chain bookstores are more like a feeder system for new readers before they discover us.
With the increasing popularity of GN’s/TPB’s do you find yourself stocking these more or less than you expected?
We stock almost all GNs and TPBs and expect to continue to do that in the future.
There are a lot of upfront cost in a large TPB inventory, are you focusing on a publisher or specific series?
No. In fact, single issues have a much larger up front cost as they have a very short shelf life as compared to TPBs.
Is there a publisher or format or genre or style of comic you feel you should do a better job of stocking in your store?
Not currently. We let a products sales justify how many we carry.
Do you intend to carry a wider range of publishers in the future or would these books be special orders only?
Our point of sales system lets us identify books which deserve more or less space. We are actually looking at carrying less publishers as ‘in-stock items’, as many brands we have been carrying do not sell enough to justify their shelf space.
Are you located near any schools? Is there a college nearby? What percentage of your business would be students? Did the presence or lack of presence of schools influence your decision to open at your current location? What is great about your current location?
We have a large technical college located a block away. We do not have hard numbers on what percentage of our customers come from there, but it is definitely a big plus for this location. It was a factor in our choice of locations. Our current location is at the junction of two major city roads and close to the mentioned technical school. It is also close to city transit and centrally located with in the city and also has ample parking.
All comic retailers believe they have a women friendly store. What do you do that makes your store ‘women friendly’? What percentage of your business is female?
We carry a very large selection of manga and especially yaoi, which brings in a large percentage of our female business. I am unsure of the percentage, but as I type this our last 3 customers in a row were women.
All comic retailers believe they have a child friendly store. What do you do that makes your store ‘kid friendly’? What do you stock in your kids comics section that makes it a great kids section? What percentage of your business are under 14 years old?
We stock most available children’s comics, but we stock most available comics of all genres. Sales to the under 14 market would be much less than 1% of our sales. In fact, our kid’s section is more a service to our regular customers with children than an attempt to be ‘kid friendly’. In our experience, the entry point for new readers is now the 15-20 age group (high school to university).
Do you consider your store a collector store, where you can find high grade books, or long runs of older back issues? Do you find that back issues are a focus for your customers? Has there been a change in the way you give floor space to back stock comics?
We no longer carry back issues at all. The last 5 years or so that we did was mostly out of sentimental feelings as their sales did not justify their space. When we opened in 1994 back issues were 50% of the business, when we finally quit they made up less than 1%.
What form of advertising do you use (city newspaper, small/free papers, TV, radio, flyers, word of mouth)? Is there anything unique you have done to advertise your business? Do you believe advertising would make a difference to your business?
We use a number of internet options, plus our booth presence at conventions. Also we have a very large back lit sign on a busy city street. We believe most if not all traditional forms of advertising are a waste of money.
X-Men: Curse of the Mutants - X-Men vs Vampires #1 Cover by Nick Bradshaw
If I have missed any works by Canadian Comic Book Creators, please leave a comment, or send me an email at jason@joeshusterawards.com
Action Comics #893
DC US$3.99
Colours by Brad Anderson and Dave McCaig. Cover by David Finch.
Preview at DC Universe: The Source
Amazing Spider-Man #644
Marvel US$2.99
Variant Cover by Chris Bachalo.
Preview at Comic Book Resources
American Vampire Vol. 1 Hardcover
DC/Vertigo US$24.99
Colours by Dave McCaig.
Artifacts #2
Image/Top Cow US$3.99
Artwork by Dale Keown.
Atlas #5
Marvel US$2.99
Colours by Jim Charalampidis. Cover Colours by Dave McCaig.
Preview at Comic Book Resources
The Incredibles #14 Cover by Marcio Takara
Disney/Pixar’s The Incredibles #14
BOOM Studios US$2.99
Artwork and Cover by Marcio Takara.
Preview at Comic Book Resources
Franklin Richards: Son Of A Genius Ultimate Collection Book 1 Trade Paperback
Marvel US$19.99
Colours by Brad Anderson.
Futurama #51
Bongo Comics US$2.99
Artwork by James Lloyd.
Heralds Hardcover
Marvel US$19.99
Written by Kathryn Immonen. Colours by Nathan Fairbairn and Ronda Pattison.
Heroic Age: One Month To Live #5
Marvel US$2.99
Colours by Nathan Fairbairn. Cover by Mike Del Mundo.
Preview at Comic Book Resources
Action Comics #893 Cover by David Finch
Hope Virus Trade Paperback
Arcana Studios US$14.95
Written by Sean O’Reilly.
Kevin Smith’s Kato #4
Dynamite Entertainment US$3.99
Variant Cover by Johnny Desjardins.
Marvel Adventures Spider-Man: Amazing Trade Paperback
Marvel US$9.99
Inks by Terry Pallot. Cover by Karl Kerschl. Cover Inks by Serge Lapointe. Cover Colours by Nadine Thomas.
Sandman: The Dream Hunters Trade Paperback
DC/Vertigo US$19.99
Colours by Lovern Kindzierski.
X-Men Forever 2 #8 Cover by Tom Grummett
Torchwood #3
Titan Comics US$3.99
Artwork by Pia Guerra.
Ultimate X-Men: Ultimate Collection Vol. 4 Trade Paperback
Marvel US$29.99
Artwork by David Finch.
Widow Warriors #3
Dynamite Entertainment US$3.99
Inks by Craig Yeung.
Amazing Spider-Man #644 Variant Cover by Chris Bachalo
X-Men: Curse Of The Mutants – X-Men vs Vampires #1
Marvel US$3.99
Cover by Nick Bradshaw. Cover Colours by Jim Charalampidis.
Preview at Comic Book Resources
X-Men Forever 2 #8
Marvel US$3.99
Cover by Tom Grummett.
Preview at Comic Book Resources
X-Men: Second Coming Hardcover
Marvel US$39.99
Artwork and Cover David Finch.
Heroic Age: One Month To Live #5 Cover by Mike Del Mundo
The French rights to Louis Riel: A Comic-Strip Biography by Chester Brown have been sold to La Pastèque in Quebec. The deal was arranged by Samantha Haywood on behalf of Drawn & Quarterly.
Dave Howard of the books.Torontoist.com blog has posted an article rounding up a bunch of news items focusing on some of the comic news announcements, articles and interviews that caught his attention over the last month or so. It’s an interesting recap of the best non-mainstream superhero announcements of the last few weeks.
Canadian comic book pioneer in Halifax to hold last public signing – The Chronicle Herald.
On doing a “last” signing this Friday and assorted events on Sunday:
He does mention that it was a decision set in motion by the recent death of indie comic curmudgeon Harvey Pekar (American Splendour), and that he’s overjoyed to be able to greet his fans one last time this weekend in Halifax, through the auspices of the award-winning comics store Strange Adventures, whose owner, Cal Johnston, won the honour in an online auction.
For Immediate Release:
NEW GRAPHIC NOVEL – Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws Vol 4: Tall Tale
http://www.rabbitandbearpaws.com/gnovelv4_1.php
Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws is a fresh and funny graphic novel series for the young and the young at heart. The series is based on the Seven Grandfathers of Respect, Bravery, Love, Honesty, Humility, Wisdom and Truth and is rapidly gaining enthusiastic fans for their vibrant and entertaining images of customary traditions and oral history.
In this NEW graphic novel called Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws Vol 4: Tall Tale, Rabbit really does it this time, sticking both feet in his mouth by telling a tall tale. As Rabbit tells one tall tale after another to keep out of trouble, Rabbit’s stories quickly pile up and so do the troubles of the village. Will Rabbit’s tall tales be the downfall of the village, or will Rabbit realize that it takes a big person to walk the path of an honest person?
Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws Vol 4: Tall Tale is based on the Grandfather Honesty (Gwekwaadiziwin). ISBN 978-0-9739906-5-2
Our BIGGEST fan helps Rabbit, the puppet, sing and celebrate about being in the latest graphic novel in this short video. Here is the clip: http://www.rabbitandbearpaws.com/pawprintblog/
The graphic novels
Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws vol.1: The Sugar Bush
http://www.rabbitandbearpaws.com/gnovel1.php
Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws vol. 2: The Voyageurs
http://www.rabbitandbearpaws.com/gnovelv2_1.php
Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws vol. 3: True Hearts
http://www.rabbitandbearpaws.com/gnovelv3_1.php
Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws vol. 4: Tall Tale
http://www.rabbitandbearpaws.com/gnovelv4_1.php
Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws Vol.4: Tall Tale was published with the assistance of the Ontario Arts Council of Canada. Rabbit and Bear paws is a comic strip, both in print and web based media. Little Spirit Bear Productions is the publisher of the Adventures of Rabbit and Bear Paws series.
For new comical adventures every week, visit us @ www.rabbitandbearpaws.com
On the heels of the announcement of her art book being published by Dark Horse in early 2011, Camilla D’Errico wrote to remind us (and you!):
I’m very proud and excited to announce that Sky Pirates of Neo Terra, the graphic novel will be out soon and is available for pre-order from Image Comics. This is the collected edition of the 5 issues of the story of Billy Boom Boom, the brash and bold glidewing pilot out to save Neo Terra from the clutches of the Pirate King (and the sinister Witch Queen behind it all). The story is fun, entertaining, full of action and comedy. It’s a great read for kids, teens and adults.
This was one of my favorite projects to work on, and have to thank writer Josh Wagner, creator Sean Megaw and the colorists Simon Bork and Patipat Asavasena for their awesome teamwork.
As always, thanks for everyone’s support and enthusiasm for my work. I can’t wait to share my next comic project with the world!
Sincerely,
Camilla
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www.camilladerrico.com
Twitter: www.twitter.com/helmetgirl
FB: www.facebook.com/camilladerricoart
Mailing List: http://eepurl.com/Ddxl
Portfolio: http://behance.net/camilla
Shop online: www.camilla.bigcartel.com
Youtube: www.youtube.com/camilladerrico
Sky Pirates Of Neo Terra TPB
Price: $17.99
By: Josh Wagner, Camilla D’errico
Type: Graphic Novels
Genres: Action-Adventure
Publisher: Image Comics
Pub. Date: October 20, 2010
Availability: Pre-Order
UPC: 978160706324751799
Page Count: 128
Details: Soft cover, Full color
September 24th — 7:30pm
486A College Street (upstairs) – Toronto
TCW studio space
Please join the Toronto Cartoonists Workshop as it celebrates the opening of its new permanent teaching space as well as its FIRST student publication – HOLMES INC.! Original artwork from the comic will be on display and copies of the book will be available for sale.
Come out and party with the next generation of Toronto cartoon talents! Find out about the TCW’s November/December workshops! Chat with the TCW faculty and more!
For more info on HOLMES INC. go here:
http://holmesinccomic.wordpress.com/
For more info on the Toronto Cartoonists Workshop go here:
http://cartoonistsworkshop.wordpress.com/
For inquiries or info contact Sean Menard at:
info@cartoonistsworkshop.com
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Victoria Park
11am-5am
Unlike 2009, Word on the Street Kitchener does not seem to have any comics and graphic novel related guests and/or programming.
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Queen’s Park
11am-6pm
Programming of interest in the Children’s Reading Tent
12:15 – 1:00 :: Ninja Cowboy Bear Presents the Way of the Ninja
Ninja Cowboy Bear Presents the Way of the Ninja — a high energy story about a daring ninja who learns that the greatest thrills and the best adventures are the ones we share.
Join author David Bruins and illustrator Hilary Leung as they read from both The Legend of Ninja Cowboy Bear and Ninja Cowboy Bear Presents the Way of the Ninja and lead the audience in a variety of interactive games.
3:00 – 3:45 :: Alison Dare, Little Miss Adventures and Alison Dare, The Heart of the Maiden
Alison Dare is not your typical twelve-year-old. She’s the daughter of an archaeologist / adventurer and the masked hero known as the Blue Scarab. She’s also the niece of an international super-spy. It’s no surprise that a craving for danger is in her blood!
Join Jason Bone for a drawing demonstration, and participate in a fun, hands-on Alison Dare cubee craft activity!
Authors
Kelley Armstrong
Kelley Armstrong is the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling The Summoning and The Awakening, as well as the internationally bestselling series, Women of the Otherworld. Armstrong lives in rural Ontario with her husband and three children. See her in The Remarkable Reads Tent at 12:40.
Craig Battle
Craig Battle is an editor at OWL, chickaDEE and Chirp Magazines, published by Owlkids. Owlkids publishes Canadian magazines and books for children aged 3 to 14. See him in the Canadian Magazines Tent at 11:15 with Jackie Farquhar and Mandy Ng.
Jason Bone
Jason Bone is an Eisner Award-nominated illustrator of several critically acclaimed comic books and graphic novels, including Spiderman: Tangled Web, Batman / The Spirit, and Paul Dini’s Mutant, Texas. Join him in The Children’s Activity Tent at 3:00 for a drawing demonstration, and participate in a fun, hands-on Alison Dare Cubee Activity.
Jackie Farquhar
Jackie Farquhar is an editor for OWL, chickaDEE and Chirp Magazines, published by Owlkids. Owlkids publishes Canadian magazines and books for children aged 3 to 14. Join her in the Canadian Magazines Tent at 11:15 with Craig Battle and Mandy Ng.
Hilary Leung
Hilary Leung is a graphic designer and illustrator who has been published internationally. Join him and author David Bruins as they read from both The Legend of Ninja Cowboy Bear and Ninja Cowboy Bear Presents the Way of the Ninja and lead the audience in a variety of interactive games in the Children’s Activity Tent at 12:15.
Mandy Ng
Mandy Ng is an editor for OWL, chickaDEE and Chirp Magazines, published by Owlkids. Owlkids publishes Canadian magazines and books for children aged 3 to 14. See her in the Canadian Magazines Tent at 11:15 with Craig Battle and Jackie Farquhar.
MARKETPLACE
Alana McCarthy Illustration
Broken Pencil Magazine – The guide to zineculture and the independent arts in Canada and around the world. www.brokenpencil.com
Diana Tamblyn / Lezley Davidson
DMF Comics
Drawn & Quarterly
Groundwood Books
Hairy Tarantula
Koyama Press
The Labyrinth Bookstore
No Media Kings
Owlkids
Pop Sandbox
Scholastic Canada
SketchKrieg!
Taddle Creek
Toronto Cartoonists Workshop
Tundra Books
XENO’S ARROW COMICS/MAYBE MUMKIN
There does not appear to be a specific comics and graphic novels tent as in previous years.
The things you find on the internet. A 52 page book culled together from Wikipedia entries.
My first impression was shock and surprise – then curiosity as to what was written – as if this was some kind of in-depth analysis and historical information on these topics. Regrettably no such luck, it’s a book assembled from Wiki articles – warts and all – as they appeared back in May of 2010.
If you want to read these items, I suggest you just visit Wikipedia and read them for free.
Title: Canadian Comics
Author:
Language: EN
Pages: 52
Year published: 2010
Publisher: More: http://booksllc.net/?id=3661618
Reprinted: 2010, General Books, Memphis, Tennessee, USA
Chapters: Fan Expo Canada, Joe Shuster Award, Doug Wright Award, Paradise Comics Toronto Comicon, Canadian Comic Book Creator Awards Association, Palookaville, the Great Canadian Comic Books, Glory Comics Magazine
Subject:
Art / General
Art / Collections, Catalogs, Exhibitions
Art / Criticism
Art / History / General
Art / European
Art / Reference
Art / Study & Teaching
Random excerpt from the book:
In spite of U.S. dominance of comic book sales in Canada and the overwhelming number of U.S. comic strips printed in Canadian newspapers there is such a thing as Canadian Comics. The only area where there is no American dominance is editorial cartoons. This is because of the belief of Canadian newspaper publishers’ that the cartoonists who know something about Canadian politics are best to comment on Canadian politics. Canada is a country with both French and English as national languages, so Quebec is noted as an important foyer of French-language comics. For more information see Quebec comic strips. Even though a majority of comic strips printed in Canadian newspapers are created in the States, there are some homemade Canadian comic strips: Backbench and For Better or For Worse, to name two. Canadian World War II black and white comic books, known as “Canadian Whites” to collectors, came about due to a ban on the distribution of U.S. comics in Canada during the war: “The first Canadian national superheroes Nelvana, Johnny Canuck, and Canada Jack emerged during the Second World War, when a foreign-exchange crisis led to a ban being placed on the importation of U.S. comics, including popular titles such as Superman (co-created by Canadian born artist Joe Shuster) and Batman. In part an outgrowth of a national political-cartooning tradition, the early Canadian comic book superheroes threw themselves into the battle against the Axis Powers, both abroad and on the home front. This period, which witnessed an explosion of English-Canadian comic book publishing (although some of these comics were published in Quebec), is now described by some commentators like John Bell as the Canadian Golden Age of Comics. In Quebec, no similar French-language heroes appeared in the comic book field, which was dominated, instead, by religious comics. With the end of most original Canadian comic book publishing in 1947, Canada’s superheroes disappeared, and the country entered a phase of …
That’s right, Awesome Marcus Ninja Season 5 is coming out on SEPTEMBER 22, 2010! If you live in Toronto come by Clinton’s Tavern to celebrate and pick up a copy!
