Fantagraphics Blog Blog

Miami; known for its gorgeous beaches, party nightlife, authentic food, and for the past 32 years, the  Miami Book Fair. This year boasts an impressive lineup of authors and artists that will participate in programming that ranges from readings, discussions, a street fair, and events featuring nearly 450 authors. Their special Destination Comics programming has invited a number of Fantagraphics authors that include: Leah Hayes, Bill Griffith, Glenn Head, and Julia Gfrörer. Panel information after the jump!

This October 1-3, Columbus OH will be the epicenter of discussion, workshops, marketplace, and camaraderie in the world of cartooning and comics. Advertising itself as it’s preview year, Cartoon Crossroads Columbus has a lineup of guests and events that is nothing to scoff at. With artists like Bill Griffith, Dylan Horrocks, and Jaime Hernandez joining the roster of veterans and newcomers alike, CxC is gearing up to be a destination city for all things cartooning. Click the jump to get the rundown of Fantagraphics artist events and signing schedule. 

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