2012 Texas Maverick List Announced
With my travels to the Miami Book Fair, as well as the Thanksgiving holiday, I was completely remiss in sharing the news that the 2012 Texax Maverick Graphic Novels Reading List was announced.
-- John HoganMore MoCCA Classes
MoCCA has more classes for comics lovers coming soon. These are all part of their Master Class Series, where respected creators share their knowledge and talents with students. One starts tonight, and the rest are fast approaching. Check out the details below.
-- John HoganChris Wilson Recaps the School of Comics
In case you missed out on the School of Comics at the Miami Book Fair, don't worry: One of its participants, Chris Wilson, has blogged about his experience here. Check it out if you'd like a quick recounting of some of what went on there. Enjoy!
-- John HoganHabibi Contest
If you have been reading GNR lately, you know how much I love Habibi. Craig Thompson's latest graphic novel has blown me away, and it continues to do so upon rereading. So if you haven't read it yourself yet and you'd like a chance to receive a free copy, head on over to the Habibi Facebook page and sign up for their new contest. They're giving away three free copies to deserving winners. Good luck!
-- John HoganMiami Book Fair: Best Graphic Novels of the Year (and Past Few Years)
This past weekend, I had the privilege of attending the Miami Book Fair, one of the best-run book fairs in the country (and one of the biggest—seriously, if you are a book fan, you owe it to yourself to save up for a vacation to this yearly event; it’s well worth it). One of the great things about it is how friendly they are to graphic novels. In fact, they have a pretty large and significant comics presence at the fair, with panels running all weekend long.
-- John HoganPosy Simmonds Creating a Graphic Novel for Charity
This weekend's Comica Festival in London will see the debut of a new comic created for charity, featuring 54 writers and artists from around the industry. Nelson (named after the protagonist it features) was spearheaded by Posy Simmonds (Tamara Drewe) and is published by Blank Slate. The book will benefit Shelter, a charity that assists the homeless. The book will go on sale tomorrow, Saturday, November 12, at 11:00 a.m., when Simmonds does a signing at Comica. If you're in London tomorrow, check it out!
-- John Hogan
