Canadian comic book news for Nov. 1, 2025

Here’s a round up of the latest news about Canadian comic book and graphic novel creators and supporters for Saturday, November 1, 2025

Nathan Fairbairn to write special ‘Supergirl’ movie prelude story
The Mary Sue reported about DC’s Supergirl Next Door #1 with a variety of creators including writer Nathan Fairbairn. The write up mentions that the issue will be published on January 28, 2026 with a Valentine’s Day theme and a whole bunch of rom-com tropes.

Todd McFarlane signs in Altadena shop, raising needed fire funds
San Gabriel Valley Tribune wrote about Todd McFarlane’s appearance at P Dot’s Comics and Collectibles in Altadena, California. The write up said that Todd donated money from the autographs to the Eaton fire relief funds.

Brantford Comic Con in the spotlight
The Brant Beacon published a review of the recent Brantford Comic Con held in Brantford, Ontario. The article summarized the various events and activities that surprised and entertained attendees supported by comments by key organizer James Wright.

Scott Chantler announces new Three Thieves graphic novel now in stores
In an Instagram post, Scott Chantler wrote that Three Thieves: The Captive Prince is now available for sale in local book stores. Published by Papercutz Graphic Novels, the latest entry follows Dessa and her friends on the run and on an adventure.

Regina Comic Arts Festival in the spotlight
CTV News Regina reported on the Regina Comic Arts Festival that recently took place at the Regina Public Library. In addition to the write up about comics and graphic novels, creator Patrick Kyle and Don Sparrow were featured as participating exhibitors.

Rosena Fung wins Amy Mathers Teen Book Award
In an Instagram post, Rosena Fung announced winning the Amy Mathers Teen Book Award for her graphic novel Age 16. Rosena was honoured by the Kids Book Centre as part of the 2025 Canadian Children’s Book Centre Awards.

Fela graphic novel in the spotlight
Publisher’s Weekly featured the recent graphic novel Fela: Music Is The Weapon calling out Jibola Fagbamiye and Conor McCreery’s work on the project. The write up offers a synopsis of the book along with a 10-page excerpt for curious readers.

CBC Books promotes Halloween reads for kids
Although Halloween has just passed, it’s still current to hype up the season for a few more hours so CBC Books has listed 13 Canadian books to read with kids for the scary season. Notables include:
– Joanna Cacao illustrated Danica dela Torre Dream Detective along with writer Mikaela Lucido (published by Annick Press)
– Alina Tysoe for the middle-grade graphic novel My Sister the Werebeast (published by First Second Books)
– Joel A. Sutherland writer of Haunted Canada Graphic Novel, Volume 2 illustrated by Mike Feehan and others (published by Scholastic Canada)

In case you missed them, check out this week’s podcast interviews:
– Nancy Pedri talks about editing Town: St. John’s in Comics anthology
– Paul Tucker discusses creating Town: St. John’s in Comics anthology

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