News about Canadian comic book creators for Saturday, August 17, 2024

Here’s the latest news about Canadian comic book creators for Saturday, August 17, 2024

Tate Brombal to write new Batgirl series starting this November
DC Comics reported that Tate Brombal will be writing a new Batgirl series alongside artist Takeshi Miyazawa. Featuring Cassandra Cain, the solo Batgirl series is slated to hit shelves starting November 6. Read more at https://www.dc.com/blog/2024/08/15/batgirl-cassandra-cain-returns-in-a-new-dc-all-in-series

Tegan and Sara to tour for new graphic novel Crush this fall
Billboard Canada wrote that Tegan and Sara will be conducting a book tour this fall to promote their new graphic novel Crush. Cities will include Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary. Read more at https://ca.billboard.com/culture/tegan-and-sara-crush

Canadian creators nominated for 2024 Harvey Award nominees
The Harvey Awards announced the nominees for 2024. Notable Canadian creators on the list include:
Jillian Tamaki and Mariko Tamaki for Roaming (Drawn & Quarterly) in the Book of the Year and Best Young Adult Book categories
Emily Carroll for A Guest in the House (Macmillan Publishers) in the Book of the Year category
Aminder Dhaliwal for A Witch’s Guide to Burning (Drawn & Quarterly) in the Digital Book of the Year category
Winners will be announced at New York Comic Con 2024 on Friday, October 18.
Read more at https://www.harveyawards.com/en-us/about/news/harvey-awards-reveal-2024-nominees.html

Canadian graphic novelists make CBC’s Canadian writer list
CBC Books published a list of the 30 Canadian writers making their mark in 2024. Notable graphic novelists include:
– Cassandra Calin who just published her debut graphic novel The New Girl. Listen to her interview here.
– Éloïse Marseille known for her recent graphic novel Naked: Confessions of a Normal Woman. Listen to her interview here.
– Ashley Qilavaq-Savard known for her book I Am A Rock.
– Christina Wong known her illustrated work Denison Avenue.
Read more at https://www.cbc.ca/books/cbc-books-writers-to-watch-30-canadian-writers-making-their-mark-in-2024-1.7280242

Canadians get onboard with Creepshow
Flickering Myth reported on the return of Creepshow with issue #1 featuring writer Chip Zdarsky and artist Kagan McLeod, plus writer and artist James Stoke. The article showcases several pages from the initial issue that is scheduled to go on sale September 25.
Read more here: https://www.flickeringmyth.com/creepshow-returns-with-first-look-preview-at-new-comic-series/

Captain Newfoundland gets the spotlight in new documentary
CBC News reported on a new documentary planned to showcase the creator of Captain Newfoundland, Geoffrey Stirling. Comic book creator Mike Feehan and documentary filmmaker Jamie Miller received funding from Telefilm to produce the documentary about the province’s comic strip superhero and how he came to be. Read more at https://www.cbc.ca/news/entertainment/captain-newfoundland-doc-1.7290652

Andrew Wheeler writes new Negasonic Teenage Warhead solo story for new collection
Marvel announced that Andrew Wheeler, writer for the Negasconic Teenage Warhead character in past offerings, will again be picking up the pen (or typing on a keyboard), to produce another story for a collected works project. Issue #1 will reprint previous stories along with a brand new offering from Andrew for the comic book slated for stores on November 6. Read more here https://www.marvel.com/articles/comics/negasonic-teenage-warhead-1-andrew-wheeler-carola-borelli-eleonora-carlini

Jim Zub talks up all things Conan
The Geekiary published an interview with Jim Zub about his work on Conan the Barbarian. Jim reveals what motivates him to write for the character along with challenges that he faces to make the character seem fresh and interesting for both old and new barbarian fans. Read more at https://thegeekiary.com/sdcc-2024-interview-conan-the-barbarian/127909

Johnnie Christmas discusses new graphic novel about friendship and videogames
CBC Radio interviewed Johnnie Christmas about his new graphic novel Gamerville. During the interview, Johnnie chats about the characters in the book and their motivations, along with the overall message for the book. Read more at https://www.cbc.ca/radio/thenextchapter/gamerville-johnnie-christmas-s-new-graphic-novel-explores-friendship-and-pushing-your-boundaries-1.7288964

Sarah Leavitt talks about grieving and diary comics
Publisher’s Weekly posted an interview with Sarah Leavitt about her upcoming diary comic, Something, Not Nothing. Sarah discusses the role of journaling as part of the grieving process, the choices for inclusion or exclusion of her experience, and how she intends to promote the book. Read more at https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/authors/interviews/article/95679-the-art-of-grieving-pw-talks-with-sarah-leavitt.html

Derek Toye brings story about a stick to life
Castanet wrote about a new children’s book entitled The Perfect Stick and illustration by Derek Toye. The article features comments from author Derek Jory who explained that the original idea for the story came about when he worked as a full-time writer for the Vancouver Canucks. Read more at https://www.castanet.net/news/Kelowna/500652/Lake-Country-man-writes-his-first-children-s-book

Fiona Staples wins a Hugo award
Literary Hub wrote about the winners of this year’s Hugo Awards — one of science fiction and fantasy’s most prestigious award — and Fiona Staples along with Brian K. Vaughan won in the Best Graphic Story of Comic category for Saga, vol. 11. The article lists the other winners along with recommendations. Read more at https://lithub.com/here-are-the-winners-of-the-2024-hugo-awards/

Jeff Lemire offers exclusive look at new Minor Arcana series
Popverse reported on the new comic book series from Jeff Lemire entitled Minor Arcana from BOOM! Studios. The article includes an overview of the new series along with a preview of a variant cover art by Jeff along with variant covers plus interior art. Read more at https://www.thepopverse.com/comics-minor-arcana-jeff-lemire-boom-studios-first-look

Sam Beck’s art for Loving, Ohio gets the spotlight
Daily Dead offered a 10-page preview of the new Loving, Ohio graphic novel with art by Sam Beck and words by Matthew Erman. In addition to the artwork, the article offers insight from the author plus an overview of the story. Read more at https://dailydead.com/exclusive-10-page-preview-cult-horror-comes-to-ohio-in-matthew-erman-and-sam-becks-loving-ohio/

Danesh Mohiuddin gets nomination from National Cartoonists Society
On his LinkedIn feed, Danesh Mohiuddin announced that he’s been nominated by the National Cartoonists Society for a divisional award in the ‘Book Illustration’ category. Read more at https://www.linkedin.com/posts/daneshmohiuddin_ive-been-nominated-by-the-national-cartoonists-activity-7229147190181384192-_Cno

Canadians on the nominee list for 2024 Ignatz Awards
Small Press Expo announced the nominees for the 2024 Ignatz Awards – a celebration of outstanding achievement in comics and cartooning. Canadians on the list include:
– Julie Delporte for Portrait of a Body in the Outstanding Artist category
– Jillian Tamaki and Mariko Tamaki for Roaming in the Outstanding Graphic Novel Category
Read more at https://www.smallpressexpo.com/ignatz-awards/

Zac Thompson gets the spotlight about nine of his comics you must read
Capes & Tights wrote an article about the nine comics by Zac Thompson that you have to read. In preparation for his work on Alien: Romulus in October from Marvel, you’d invited to check out:
– Yondu published by Marvel
– Hunt for the Skinwalker published by BOOM! Studios
– Project Riese published by Mad Cave
– Cemetery Kids Don’t Die published by Oni Press
– The Dregs published by Black Mask
– Blown Away published by BOOM! Studios
– Nature’s Labyrinth published by Mad Cave
– Into the Unbeing published by Dark Horse
– The Body Trade published by Mad Cave
Read more at https://capesandtights.com/9-astounding-comics-by-zac-thompson/

Bryan Lee O’Malley tours for special Scott Pilgrim signing
The Comics Beat announced that Bryan Lee O’Malley is gearing up for a Canadian and US tour in October to sign for fans in conjunction with the 20th anniversary of Scott Pilgrim. Stops will include Halifax, Montreal, Toronto, Guelph, London and Vancouver. Read more at https://www.comicsbeat.com/join-bryan-lee-omalley-for-a-special-scott-pilgrim-20th-anniversary-signing-tour/

And in case you missed it, check out this interview with Cassandra Calin about her new graphic novel The New Girl.