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The Public Library of Cincinnati is kicking off their very first Comic-Con this Sunday, May 5th, and they couldn't have chosen a better guest than our own Carol Tyler! From 1:00 to 5:00 PM, they will feature a panel discussion with writers and illustrators working in the field (like Carol!), free comic books (in celebration of Free Comic Book Day), a comic book swap, artist and writer's booths, the Comic Con Drawing Contest award ceremony, and more. It's an all-ages event, and a wonderful way to celebrate comics! The Main Cincinnati Library is located at 800 Vine Street. You can…

We're still keeping tabs on our Mome-veteran Andrice Arp, and tonight, Thursday, May 2nd, she has some original artwork debuting at the SoHiTek Gallery in Portland, OR! To celebrate the gallery's birthday, they have curated a show dedicated to our astrological sign, the Taurus. Dig In Your Heels: A Taurus Art Show features work from Sean Christensen ABT, Cameron Hawkey, Graham Kahler, Marsuplala, Mark Quemada, Amber Smith, Daria Tessler, Rebecca Urias, as well as Andrice! She explains on her blog: So maybe I've been looking at too many sci-fi paperback covers from the '70s lately. Whatever, I think maybe it's OK….

Portland, if you missed Dash Shaw last weekend at Stumptown Comics Fest, or if you simply can't get enough of him (we understand),  join him tonight, Thursday, May 2nd, at Floating World Comics for a signing of both his new graphic novel, New School, as well as the one-shot comic book, 3 New Stories. If you weren't one of the lucky few to get your hands on a copy of New School, then you definitely don't want to miss this chance! Library Journal and Paste both named it one of their most-anticipated books of the year. And, as Mike put…

Release the hounds! Graham Chaffee will be premiering his latest graphic novel Good Dog on Friday, May 17th at Meltdown Comics in Los Angeles! We can't wait for everyone to see Graham's latest work!  Over the past few years, he's been devoting himself to the art of tattooing, but he's back with this beautiful story about Ivan, a good dog, who is plagued by terrible nightmares about chickens and rabbits. Readers accompany the stray as he navigates dog society, weathers pack politics, and surveys canine-human interactions. And while supplies last, you can also get a copy of the FBI•MINI comic…

* Other People's Publications** Yeah, You Know Me. This Saturday, May 4th, we're thrilled to present a signing with acclaimed artist Dash Shaw for his latest Fantagraphics titles 3 New Stories and his ambitious hardcover graphic novel New School. We'll also have this new mini-comic available, New Jobs, published by Tom Kaczynski’s mighty imprint Uncivilized Books. This limited edition mini measures a mere 1/2 page, but packs in as much emotional resonance as the brick-sized Bottomless Belly Button. A couple living in Bed-Stuy are going to have a child. To support the child, they need to get new jobs. It's a story…

April showers bring May events at Fantagraphics! Thursday, May 2nd • Portland, OR:  Dash Shaw will be signing New School and 3 New Stories at Floating World Comics, starting at 7:00 PM! (more info) Friday, May 3rd • Seattle, WA:  It's your last chance to see Jen Vaughn's exhibit (with her best friend Nomi Kane) at Chocolati Cafe [ 1716 N. 45th Street ]. Not only is she an amazing Marketing/PR/Outreach Fiend, but she's a kick-ass artist, too! (more info) Thursday, May 2nd • Seattle, WA:  Join us at the Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery for a signing with Dash Shaw for…

And it's another busy-ass week for Fantagraphics! Monday, April 22nd • New York City, NY:  The magnificent Michael Kupperman is doing a special presentation tonight at the comedy series Special Presentation, presented at Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre East! (more info) Wednesday, April 24th • New York City, NY:  Get ready for Old Comics, Old Freaks, Old Jews, and LOTS of fun with graphic humorist Drew Friedman at the Soho Gallery for Digital Art. Host Danny Fingeroth will ask this master cartoonist and satirist about his life and career, and Drew will unveil previews of new, unreleased work, including his "Legends…

Join us this weekend for the 10th Annual Stumptown Comics Fest at the Oregon Convention Center this Saturday, April 27th and Sunday, April 28th! We're thrilled to announce that we'll be joined by special guests Dash Shaw, in town all the way from New York, and Portland's own Patrick Rosenkranz! Speaking of Dash, we're also excited to present the debut of his latest books, along with a few other exciting debuts! Such as… • 3 New Stories by Dash Shaw • New School by Dash Shaw • Castle Waiting Vol. 2: Definitive Edition by Linda Medley • Julio's Day by…

Get ready for a special presentation from Special Presentation, which is a monthly comedy series in New York City featuring, special… uh, performances. Well, tonight's presentation is extra-special because it features our own Michael Kupperman! Join Michael tonight, Monday, April 22nd, at the UCB Theater in New York City as he presents what's sure to be a thrizziling A/V presentation at 8:00 PM. Reserve a ticket online here! Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre East is located at 153 East 3rd Street in New York City.

Our exhibit of Dash Shaw's artwork launched at the Fantagraphics Bookstore & Gallery this past weekend, and boy, is it a beauty!  If you live in Seattle, you should definitely drop by and see his original artwork in person. I'm especially in love with the piece drawn on polka-dot fabric! If you live too far away, you can also check out photos on the Fantagraphics Flickr. And don't forget: Dash Shaw will appear in person on Saturday, May 4 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. He’ll be discussing his work with a screening of his animated shorts, followed by a book signing…