Canadian comic book creator news for Mar. 22, 2025

Here’s the latest news about Canadian comic book creators for Saturday, March 22, 2025

Kate Beaton in the spotlight
The Coast published an interview about Kate Beaton and details about her 2025 Cyril J. Byrne Memorial Lecture at St. Mary’s University in Halifax. In the article Kate reflects on her award-winning graphic novel Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands plus her perspective on her work in graphic novels. Read more at https://www.thecoast.ca/news-opinion/hark-a-kate-beaton-34529256

Ryan North begins new era for Fantastic Four
Marvel announced that Ryan North will write the new Fantastic Four series starting this July – timed perfectly with the new motion picture ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’. The article showcased cover art by Humberto Ramos who will join Ryan for the new saga along with quotes from both Ryan and Humberto. Read more at https://www.marvel.com/articles/comics/fantastic-four-comic-book-new-series-time-travel-story-july-2025

Chip Zdarsky returns to write new Spider-Man tale
SuperHeroHype reported on the new Giant-Size Amazing Spider-Man #1 written and illustrated by famous creators including Chip Zdarsky. The article hints that Chip will write a story that features ‘the coolest new Marvel character in recent memory’. Decide for yourself when the issue hits stores on June 11. Read more at https://www.superherohype.com/comics/595533-new-spider-man-character-will-change-the-future-of-marvel-comics

Stephanie Cooke chats about Pillow Talk
Bam! Smack! Pow! interviewed Stephanie Cooke about her recent graphic novel Pillow Talk. The article features Stephanie talking about her entry into writing comics and graphic novels, the inspiration for Pillow Talk, the appeal about writing for YA audiences, plus a sneak peak of her next project. Read more at https://bamsmackpow.com/stephanie-cooke-interview-pillow-talk-graphic-novel-for-young-adults

Scott Chantler discusses Three Thieves and Mad Cave’s Papercutz imprint
Comic Watch interviewed Scott Chantler about the recent release of the first volume of his Three Thieves graphic novel series. The video interviews delve into the reasons behind the Papercutz release, the journey behind the story, the reaction from readers and the rise of fantasy graphic novels. Read and watch more at https://comic-watch.com/news/interview-scott-chantler-bringing-three-thieves-ya-ogn-series-to-mad-caves-papercutz-imprint

Ray Fawkes writes about eden gone wrong
AIPT Comics wrote about a new folk-horror comic book series Blue Palo Verde written by Ray Fawkes. In addition to Ray’s insight about the project plus a quote from artist Rimanti, the article includes cover art and brief description of the story that lands in stores starting June 11. Read more at https://aiptcomics.com/2025/03/21/eden-goes-wrong-in-blue-palo-verde-june-2025/

Danny Gorny showcases comic book creations at Owen Sound Comicon
The Owen Sound Sun Times reported on the recent Owen Sound Comicon featuring comic book creator Danny Gorny. The article wrote about the various activities and events at the show organized by David Wyldstar’s Pop Culture Canada. Read more at https://www.owensoundsuntimes.com/news/local-news/first-owen-sound-comicon-excites-local-hobbyists-and-vendors-alike

Conor McCreery returns for The Last Witch
BOOM! Studios announced that Conor McCreery will return to write The Last Witch: Blood & Betrayal along with artist VV. Glass. The article features cover and interior from from the book, set for sale starting June 18, including quotes from the creators. Read more at https://www.boom-studios.com/archives/the-last-witch-blood-betrayal-announcement/

Tariff talk from comic book creators
Insauga.com interviewed comic book creators at the recent Toronto Comicon to get their reactions to the current troubling times for creators in Canada. The article includes comments from Mike Rooth, Fred Kennedy, Jahnoy Lindsay, and Ramón K. Pérez as they reflect on the current situation. Read more at https://www.insauga.com/tariffs-publisher-bankruptcies-make-for-troubling-times-for-comic-creators-in-canada/

Ivan Kocmarek goes to the auction
Comic Book Daily published a write up by Canadian comic book historian Ivan Kocmarek. In his post, Ivan reviewed the specific Canadian Golden age comics that were up for auction including the Nelvana compendium along with prices and grades. Read more at https://www.comicbookdaily.com/collecting-community/whites-tsunami-weca-splashes/heritage-auction-march-13/

Richard Comely deploys Captain Canuck into action for national pride
HuffPost wrote about Richard Comely and his recent comic book featuring Captain Canuck in a timely story about Canadians reaction to statements from the US president. The article includes quotes form Richard in interviews with CBC and CTV along with a YouTube video posted by The National. Read more at https://www.huffpost.com/entry/canadian-superhero-captain-canuck-trump-trade-war_n_67db6e7de4b07481408d3d5f

And in case you missed them, check out these interviews

Ray Jamison talks about his new Kickstarter project The Madcaps

Daniel G. Wilson chats about his horror anthology comic book Zona Del Male on Kickstarter