Canadian comic book news for May 30, 2026

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Here’s the latest news about Canadian comic book and graphic novel creators and supporters for Saturday, May 30, 2026

Britt Saunders reveals next project
While exhibiting at the 2026 Montreal Comic Arts Festival, Britt Saunders chatted about the next instalment of the Kitten Coast comic books. The forthcoming project, The Comeback Kitt, follows the recently announced Meet Kitt comic book, where the leading character tries to plan a major comeback and attain his celebrity status.

Jay Stephens preps for new Gold Key comic book series
During his recent podcast interview, Jay Stephens mentioned that he’s working on a new comic book series for Gold Key comics entitled Figgy Furthermore. Jay explained that the all-ages kids comic revolves around a spirit guide dog and should be available for sale very soon.

Brandon Mitchell gets ready for more graphic novels
In his podcast interview, Brandon Mitchell offered insight into his future plans including an Indigenous story about skating and hockey plus women in sports. Brandon said he’s eager to attend more Pow Wows in the coming months to promote his books.

Amie Wright tells attendees to ready for TCAF 2026
Amie Wright, executive director of the Toronto Comics Arts Festival, chatted in her recent podcast interview about the new exhibits planned for this year’s major event in Toronto including the Manga International Network Team, the Hand Eye Society, Canada Comics Open Library and almost 350 artists from around the world.

Dino Caruso talks about his new graphic novel
In his recent podcast interview, Dino Caruso spoke about his newest graphic novel Underpinnings and his great experience working with Inservice Comics as a publisher. Dino was very enthusiastic about the comic book medium and the opportunity to collaborate with a variety of artists to create a graphic novel.

Angela Odusanya launches new children’s book
To announce her new award-winning book, Angela Odusanya will participate in a book launch of Amelia’s Loose Part Art: A Night At The Campsite. The event is slated for May 30 on the Indigo Square One, Mississauga, Ontario location.

Jon Claytor and Ian Roy hold double book event
Taking place on June 2, Jon Claytor and Ian Roy will participate in a book event to promote Nowhere and Astrid Aghast at Little Wren Books in London, Ontario. The two will be joined by Misha Bower, Diana Tamblyn and Jill Bennett for the special occasion.

Derek Laufman launches Kickstarter for new graphic novel
Using the launch platform Kickstarter, Derek Laufman announced a new graphic novel Wickerson: Tales from the Grove. According to the write up, the new project offers a collection of stories by Derek from the vast world of Wickerson Grove. More details are available on Kickstarter.

Jo Higgins reveals next project
During a recent podcast interview, Jo Higgins revealed the next untitled project that features a cross dressing prince and the pauper kind of storyline along the lines of a medieval fantasy-esque type feel. Jo explained that details are still sketchy and will become more apparent in the near future by posts on social media.


P.S. True North Country Comics Podcast will be busy next week attending the Toronto Comic Arts Festival in Toronto on Saturday June 6 and then the Niagara Falls Comic Con in Niagara Falls on June 7. Stay tuned for future coverage from both major events.

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