News about Canadian comic book creators for Saturday, September 7, 2024

Here’s the latest news about Canadian comic book creators for Saturday, September 7, 2024:

Jeff Lemire talks about Minor Arcana
Monkeys Fighting Robots interviewed Jeff Lemire about his new series Minor Arcana from BOOM! Studios. In the article, Jeff talks about why he chose to work with BOOM!, his inspirations for the series, how he approached the art style for the story, the themes of the story and whole lot more. Read more at https://monkeysfightingrobots.co/interview-jeff-lemire-talks-minor-arcana/

Jordana Globerman announces first graphic novel
On her LinkedIn feed, Jordana Globerman wrote that her first graphic novel is underway. Slated for stores in June 2025, the YA/middle grade graphic novel Soul Machine will be published by Annick Press. Read more at https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jordanagloberman_author-graphicnovel-canadianauthors-activity-7237554754313154561-LOZZ/

Fort Macleod history recognized in new graphic novel
Macleod Gazette interviewed Peter Brouwer, author of The March on Fort Whoop-Up, about the 150th anniversary of the arrival of the North West Mounted Police in what is now known as Fort Macleod. The article reviews the history of the book, illustrated by Claude St. Aubin, and how it was eventually produced. Read more at https://www.fortmacleodgazette.com/2024/mounties-journey-to-fort-macleod-chronicled-in-comic-book/

Graphic novel shares stories of survivors as resource for post-secondary campuses
CBC News spoke with Brandon University assistant professor Candice Waddell-Henowitch about her graphic novel It Happened to Me and It’s Not Okay: Sharing Stories of Sexual Violence. The article outlines how Candice created the book, illustrated by Brandon-based artist Merissa Mayhew, that documents stories of 10 survivors and what she hopes readers will take away from reading it as a free resource.
Read more at https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/graphic-novel-sexual-violence-resource-1.7314833

Bernie Mireault passed away at age 64
Bleeding Cool wrote about the passing of comic book creator Bernie Mireault. Born in France and raised in Quebec, Bernie was recognized for his work as a comic book artist, colourist, animator and illustrator. He was also known as the creator of the independent comic book series The Jam. Read more at https://bleedingcool.com/comics/bernie-mireault-creator-of-the-jam-has-died-aged-64/

Canadian creator recognized for best Alien comic books
Space.com wrote an article listing the best Alien comic books, timed with the currently popularity of ‘Alien: Romulus’ now in theatres. James Stokoe was noted for the number 9 rated entry Dead Orbit from Dark Horse Comics. Read more at https://www.space.com/best-alien-comics

Tegan and Sara book tour touches down in Toronto
Toronto.com reported that Tegan and Sara will be visiting Toronto’s OCAD University Ignite Gallery to promote their second graphic novel Crush. Moderated by Jillian Tamaki, the event will take place on October 3 from 7 pm to 11 pm. Read more at https://www.toronto.com/events/?_evDiscoveryPath=/event/105849297n-tegan-and-sara-crush-book-tour

New Indigenous horror epic from Richard Van Camp gets preview
Comics Beat previewed the new graphic novel Wheetago War Roth Book 1 written by Richard Van Camp and illustrated by Christopher Shy. Published by Renegade Arts Entertainment, the new book, described as an ‘Indigenous take on the Walking Dead’, is slated to be available for sale on October 16. Read more at https://www.comicsbeat.com/exclusive-preview-wheetago-war-roth-book-1/

Kate Beaton reflects on Ducks
Living On Earth interviewed Kate Beaton about her 2022 award-winning graphic novel Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands. During the conversation, Kate talks about the background about the book, what it was like in the oilsands and her personal reflection about the story. Read and listen to the interview here: https://www.loe.org/shows/segments.html?programID=24-P13-00035&segmentID=5

Major conventions this weekend
– Ottawa ComicCon is taking place at EY Centre in Ottawa. Details available here: https://ottawacomiccon.com/
– Rose City Comic Con is taking place at Oregon Convention Center in Portland, Oregon featuring Agnes Garbowska, Chip Zdarsky, Chris Bachalo, David Finch, Keith Grachow. Mike Rooth, and Sam Maggs. More info here: https://rosecitycomiccon.com/

And in case you missed it, check out this interview with Mark Bertolini about his Zoop crowd-funded comic book series Breakneck.