Canadian comic book creator news for Feb. 15, 2025

Here’s the latest news about Canadian comic book creators for Saturday, February 15, 2025

Ty Templeton recognized for Batman comics for kids
Game Rant published a list of the ’10 Best Batman Comics For Kids, Ranked’ and Canadian creator Ty Templeton is on the list including his work on #9 Batman ’66 Meets The Green Hornet (August 2014 to January 2015) and #1 The Batman Adventures (October 1992 to October 1995). Read more at https://gamerant.com/best-batman-comics-for-kids/

Comic books returned to Calgary collector
The Calgary Herald reported on the return of a sizeable prized collection of comics to a Calgary resident. The article reported that the valuable collection of comics built up by Heath McCoy had been returned after a police recovery effort. Pictures of the comics books and video interview with Heath is included. Read more at https://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/calgary-storage-facility-break-and-enter-charges

Faith Erin Hicks comic gets recommended for ‘The Last of Us’ fans
ComicBook.com wrote about the Faith Erin Hicks illustrated four-issue comic book series The Last of Us: American Dreams. The article recommended the Dark Horse published series for fans of the HBO adaptation of ‘The Last of Us’ video game. Read more here https://comicbook.com/comics/news/last-of-us-comic-american-dreams-details/

Tips for safely moving your comic book collection
Bleeding Fool published an article that’s rarely seen, but definitely necessary — ‘How to Safely Move Your Comic Book Collection’. Whether it’s moving out of your parent’s basement or to a new apartment or new house, there’s a right way and a wrong way to pack and move your comic book collection. The article lists helpful tips on Gathering the Right Packing Materials, Bag and Board Your Comics, Use Study Boxes for Packing, Protect High-Value Comics, and Store and Transfer Carefully. Read more at https://bleedingfool.com/comics/packing-like-a-pro-how-to-safely-move-your-comic-book-collection/

Canadian creators get you ready for ‘Captain America: Brave New World’
Comic Book Club Live featured the ’12 Best Sam Wilson Comics To Read Before Captain America: Brave New World’ now in theatres and Canadian creators are featured among the notables included:
– Stuart Immonen as artist on All-New Captain America
– Dave McCaig as colorist on All-New All-Different Avengers
– Jed McKay as writer on The Avengers (2023)
– Valentine De Landro aș artist on Sam Wilson: Captain America
Read more at https://comicbookclublive.com/2025/02/11/best-sam-wilson-comics-to-read-before-captain-america-brave-new-world/

Johnnie Christmas makes the list of books for Black History Month
CBC Books published the ’10 Canadian books for kids and young adults to check out during Black History Month’ and Johnnie Christmas is featured. The article highlights Gamerville, Johnnie’s most recent graphic novel, and provides a quick synopsis of the title along with a brief bio. Read more at https://www.cbc.ca/books/10-canadian-books-for-kids-and-young-adults-to-check-out-during-black-history-month-1.7456001

Ryan North’s Doctor Doom event gets a trailer
ComicBook.com reported that Marvel has created a trailer for the ‘One Wold Under Doom’ written by Ryan North. The article outlines the details of the trailer and the various comics books that are included in the major Doom-shattering event. Watch the trailer and rea more at https://comicbook.com/comics/news/doctor-doom-marvel-universe-takeover-one-world-under-doom-trailer/

Andrew Wheeler in the spotlight for new YA graphic novel
Newsorama wrote about Andrew Wheeler’s upcoming YA graphic novel Hey, Mary!. The article features artwork by Rye Hickman along with comments from Andrew about the story and why he wrote it. Oni Press is slated to the publish the book for sale on April 15. Read more at https://www.gamesradar.com/comics/hey-mary-preview/

Wacom introduces new Intuos Pro Pen Tablet
Wacom Canada offered a look at the new Wacom Intuos Pro 2025 offering illustrators a new tablet featuring precision, comfort and versatility. According to the announcement, the new pen tablet supports Pro Pro 3 Technology with 8192 pressure levels, customizable dials and ExpressKeys for favourite shortcuts, and different sizes to match the creative workflow. Read more at https://wacomstore.ca/introducing-the-wacom-intuos-pro-2025-elevate-your-creative-workflow/

And in case you missed it, check out this interview with published Andy Brown about what’s in store for Conundrum Press for 2025.

And in case you also missed it, check out this interview with Alfonso Espinos as he offers insight into plans for Studiocomix Press.