Comic book news for Sat. Oct. 10, 2026

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Here’s the latest news about comic book and graphic novel creators for Saturday, October 10, 2026

Sonya Ballantyne and Rhael McGregor to hold creative workshop
On Saturday, October 24, 2026. Sonya Ballantyne and artist Rhael McGregor will be holding workshops at the Pas Regional Library in The Pas, Manitoba. Two separate sessions will explore the creative process behind writing, visual storytelling and bringing ideas to life at 1:00–2:15 pm and 2:30–3:45 pm. Listen to a podcast interview with Sonya here and another podcast interview with Rhael here.

Canadian creators make Fangoria’s scary Halloween comics list
Fangoria published a comic book list designed to make your Halloween even scarier. Notables that made the cut include:
– Jonah Hex and the Shadow of Death by Michael Walsh (published by DC Comics)
– Hammer Head written by Ed Brisson (published by Mad Cave Studios)
– Star Trek Holo-ween illustrated by Bailie Rosenlund (published by IDW Comics)

Charlene Chua hosts halloween story time and drawing event
On October 17 at The Children’s Book Bank in Toronto, Ontario, Charlene Chua plans to tell halloween stories plus offer tips for drawing some ghostly characters. Children are encouraged to arrive in costume for a treat with festivities starting at 1:30 pm. Listen to a recent podcast interview with Charlene to discover more.

Jim Zub announces new creator-owned comic book series
In his Substack newsletter, Jim Zub revealed that Omen-Bound is the title of his new creator-owned comic book series. Along with artist Alberto Albuquerque, Jim will produce the dark fantasy series at Image Comics with a release date of March 2027.

Canadian creators win at The Harvey Awards during NYCC 2026
The Harvey Awards were handed out during the 2026 New York Comic Con. Among the many winners are the following Canadian creators:
– Faith Erin Hicks for Inbetweens (published by First Second) in the Best Children’s Book category
– Mariko Tamaki (with Nicole Goux) for This Place Kills Me (published by Abrams Comic Arts) in the Best Young Adult Book category

Exhibitor registration now open for MCAF 2027
The 16th edition of FBDM/MCAF is now offering registration for exhibitors to take part in the annual event set for May 14 to 16 on Saint-Denis Street in Montreal, Quebec. Registration is open until January 13, 2027. Details are available at FDBM-MCAF.ca

The Booksellers’ List issues Best Kids’ Books of 2026
The Booksellers’ List, based on input by the Canadian Independent Booksellers Associations, published the Best Kids’ Books of 2026. Among the many outstanding books is The New Girl: First Crush: A Graphic Novel by Cassandra Calin (published by Scholastic).

Canadian creators continue exhibiting at 2026 New York Comic Con
After a rousing start on Thursday, Canadian comic book and graphic novel creators continue to meet with fans and participate in panel events at the 2026 New York Comic Con. More details about all the creators is available in this recent article post.

Camille Perron-Cormier plans out more spooky, cozy witch stories
In a recent podcast interview, Camille Perron-Cormier revealed that more stories are planned to continue after her recent YA graphic novel release The Secret Society of the Willbrook Witches. She said work is currently underway for the third book in French with plans to translate into English in the near future.

Fred Kennedy’s and James Edward Clark’s sequel comic book series announced at NYCC 2026
This week at the 2026 New York Comic Con, the sequel to the hit comic book series The Florida Hippopatamus Cocaine Massacre was announced. With a hit team of Fred Kennedy and James Edward Clark, The Ninja Funhouse Kill Krazy Rampage will be published by Mad Cave Studios and planned for sale spring 2027.

Calendar

Oct. 8 to 11
New York Comic Con
Featuring a LOT of Canadian creators (see article elsewhere)
Javits Center
New York, New York

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