Canadian comic book creators news for Mar. 8, 2025

Here’s the latest news about Canadian comic book creators for Saturday, March 8, 2025

Ryan North and Jeff Lemire sign up for in-store signing
In an Instagram post, The Beguiling announced that Ryan North and Jeff Lemire will appear on March 19 to sign books. In addition to Ryan’s signing One World Under Doom #1 and #2, along with Lower Decks #5 and Godzilla vs Fantastic Four #1, Jeff will be signing Absolute Flash #1. Read more at https://www.instagram.com/thebeguiling/p/DGgjct1SzTp/

Barrie Ontario man shows off first Spider-Man appearance
Collingwood Today reported on Marc Sims, owner of Big B Comics in Barrie, Ontario, as he showcases Amazing Fantasy #15 — the first appearance of Spider-Man. In the article, Marc explains how he came into possession of the comic book, his background in comics book collecting and a special reward program to encourage students to get better grades. Read more at https://truenorthcountrycomics.com/2025/03/07/shawn-daley-preps-his-art-for-sale-at-toronto-comicon/

Derrick Chow promotes upcoming graphic novel
Bleeding Cool wrote about Derrick Chow’s upcoming graphic novel I Got You, Allen Liu. In addition to preview artwork, the article includes comments from Derrick about the forthcoming book from Simon & Schuster that’s planned for publication in autumn 2026. Read more at https://bleedingcool.com/comics/i-got-you-allen-liu-a-new-comic-by-derrick-chow-will-make-you-cry/

Dave McCaig showcased at FAN EXPO Vancouver
The Runner chatted with Dave McCaig during his exhibit at FAN EXPO Vancouver. In addition to providing a high level overview of the convention, the article features Dave speaking about working in the comic book industry and more specifically about his work as a colorist. Read more at https://runnermag.ca/2025/03/fan-expo-vancouver-unites-fiction-in-celebration-of-fandoms/

Megan Huang preps Rangers of the Divide for Dauntless
In a Bluesky post, Megan Huang announces that her Rangers of the Divide series will be published in Dauntless Showcase. Powered by Kickstarter, Dauntless Showcase will debut four issues with bold indie comics featuring thrilling espionage, kaiju noir, and cosmic adventure. Read more at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dauntlessstories/dauntless-showcase-1

Jordana Globerman in the spotlight on CBC
On her LinkedIn post, Jordana Globerman thanked CBC for coverage of her upcoming book Soul Machine. The post includes details about the publication slated for June 3 from Annick Press. Read more at https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jordanagloberman_soul-machine-by-jordana-globerman-cbc-books-activity-7303690820036022272-rkXv

In case you missed it, check out these podcast interviews with Canadian comic book creators and supporters:

Shawn Daley chats with True North Country Comics Podcast about his plans for Toronto Comicon 2025

Jim Zub chats with True North Country Comics Podcast about his exhibit at Toronto Comicon 2025

Paris Alleyne chats with True North Country Comics Podcast as he prepares to exhibit his art at Toronto Comicon 2025

Michael Cherkas chats with True North Country Comics Podcast in preparation for his exhibit at Toronto Comicon 2025

Rostyk Wynnyckyj, from LAVA Computer, chats with True North Country Comics Podcast about battery care advice.