Events

Join us for a reading and signing of BTTM FDRS, an Afrofuturist horror-comedy graphic novel written by Ezra Claytan Daniels (Upgrade Soul) and drawn by Ben Passmore (Your Black Friend). When an aspiring fashion designer and her image-obsessed BFF descend upon the hood in search of cheap rent, they discover something far more seductive... and deadly. Gentrification, conspiracy and body horror meld into a suspenseful tour de force from two of independent comics' most exciting creators. Passmore and Daniels will do a live reading and discuss their collaborative work on this unique project. Monday, May 20, 2019 - 7:00pm to 9:30pm

Dream team comics creators  Ezra Claytan Daniels (Upgrade Soul) and Ben Passmore (DAYGLOAYHOLE, Your Black Friend) are hitting the road to promote their latest creation, BTTM FDRS. This original graphic novel blends humor, horror, satire, and science fiction in an afrofuturist tour de force. Signing events on this tour will have a limited number of exclusive pre-publication advance copies of the book available for sale. Don’t miss it! Once a thriving working-class neighborhood on Chicago’s south side, the “Bottomyards” is now the definition of urban blight. When an aspiring fashion designer and her image-obsessed BFF descend upon the hood in search...

The Comix Experience is hosting Ezra CLAYTAN DANIELS (Upgrade Soul) and Ben PASSMORE (Your Black Friend) to celebrate the publication of their newest book, BTTM FDRS (“Bottom Feeders”). This Afrofuturist graphic novel explores gentrification and cultural appropriation with a clever blend of horror and humor. Once a thriving working-class neighborhood on Chicago’s south side, the “Bottomyards” is now the definition of urban blight. When an aspiring fashion designer and her image-obsessed BFF descend upon the hood in search of cheap rent, they discover something far more seductive... and deadly. Gentrification and body horror collide in this brutal satire.

Ben Passmore and Ezra Claytan Daniels present and sign BTTM FDRS-- an Afrofuturist horror-comedy about gentrification, hip hop, and cultural appropriation. Once a thriving working-class neighborhood on Chicago’s south side, the “Bottomyards” is now the definition of urban blight. When an aspiring fashion designer and her image-obsessed BFF descend upon the hood in search of cheap rent, they discover something farmore seductive... and deadly.  Gentrification and body horror collide in this brutal satire from the award-winning creators of Upgrade Soul and Your Black Friend. “I fell in love with this comic right about page one, and then just kept falling. Gentrification...

Charles Forsman has achieved commercial success and critical recognition by creating excellent comics and publishing them via the least commercial channels imaginable. The OCX Committee's first meeting with his work took place in 2012, when he ran the small publisher Oily Comics, who sent an envelope full of upgraded A6 booklets to his subscribers each month. Along with getting acquainted with cartoonists such as Nick Drnaso, Beatrix Urkowitz, Melissa Mendes and Andy Burkholder, the Oily subscribers could read Forsman's own The End of the Fucking World as a serial - long before Fantagraphics published it in book form and the television series adaptation became...

Ben Passmore (Your Black Friend, Daygloayhole) and Ezra Claytan Daniels (Upgrade Soul) come together in the collaboration of our dreams with BTTM FDRS. Vault of Midnight is excited to present a pre-release book launch and signing with both Ben & Ezra. On the hunt for cheap rent, a pair of bohemians find themselves in a neglected, working class Chicago neighborhood. they soon discover that something wicked skulks within the walls of their newfound home. Confronting urban blight and displacement in a humorous, frightening, and thought provoking in a way that only this phenomenal creative duo can accomplish, BTTM FDRS is...

Ben Passmore (Your Black Friend, Daygloayhole) and Ezra Claytan Daniels (Upgrade Soul) come together in the collaboration of our dreams with BTTM FDRS. Vault of Midnight is excited to present a pre-release book launch and signing with both Ben & Ezra. On the hunt for cheap rent, a pair of bohemians find themselves in a neglected, working class Chicago neighborhood. They soon discover that something wicked skulks within the walls of their newfound home. Confronting urban blight and displacement in a humorous, frightening, and thought provoking in a way that only this phenomenal creative duo can accomplish, BTTM FDRS is...

HEROES CONVENTION was founded in 1982 by Shelton Drum, owner of Charlotte's Heroes Aren't Hard To Find comics shop. Since then the convention has become famous for its comics-first and family-friendly atmosphere, where fans can mingle directly with professionals and exhibitors. Boasting an incredible guest list built mainly on reputation and goodwill, HeroesCon is known nationwide as a "must" on the summer schedule, drawing fans, exhibitors, and creators from every region of the country to the Charlotte Convention Center. HeroesCon 2019 will be held on June 14-16, 2019! 

ALA Welcomes library professionals from around the world to the premier library event! No other event in the world offers a better opportunity to learn about current issues and trends in library and information science and technology than the ALA Annual Conference and Exhibition. Throughout the conference, attendees participate in events, hear inspiring speakers, and learn from thought leaders and colleagues at more than 500 programs and in-depth sessions. Topics covered include digital content, innovation, the library of the future, transformation, emerging trends, best practices, community engagement, leadership, and many more. You will also have an opportunity to visit more than...

The Festival, an event created by Lakewood Center for the Arts, is a major regional arts event located in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Lake Oswego is located 9 miles south of Portland, Oregon. The Festival presents the creative endeavors of recognized and emerging artists and enjoys an outstanding reputation for bringing special exhibits of quality and diversity to a weekend that is accessible to everyone. Attracting some 25,000 visitors during the three days of the event, the Festival includes several art exhibits, food booths, music, and fine art and craft. 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Friday & Saturday June 21 &...