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Yen Press Announces Ten Acquisitions at MCM London Comic Con 2026

Posted on October 25, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Yen Press has announced ten acquisitions at the Yen Press Industry Panel that took place at MCM London Comic Con 2026, with new manga, light novel, and audiobook series set to debut in April 2027.

Joining Yen Audio are two new releases (Scarlet and ’Cause I’m Freedom!) that include adaptations of the legendary Mamoru Hosoda’s latest work as well as one of the most fun and quirky concepts for a Yen On light novel series in recent years.

Scarlet

By Mamoru Hosoda

The price of failure is death, but even death will not stand in the way of her vengeance.

Princess Scarlet’s life in the royal palace is turned on its head when her uncle Claudius usurps the throne and executes the king. Forever changed, she vows to take revenge on her father’s enemies—but she fails. When she next opens her eyes, she finds herself in the land of the dead. It is a world of madness where fallen soldiers from across time cause mayhem day in and day out, a wasteland where the injured or weak cease to exist. In this place where hopelessness seems inevitable, Scarlet crosses paths with a man named Hijiri, a registered nurse from present-day Japan. Together they set out on a journey to ensure that her enemies never find salvation.

An animated book cover featuring two characters, a man and a woman, standing together in a dramatic pose with swords. The background shows a colorful sky, and the title 'Scarlet' with the author's name 'Mamoru Hosoda' is displayed at the bottom, with a banner indicating 'COVER NOT FINAL'.

’Cause I’m Freedom!

By Taro Hitsuji
Illustration by Azumi Akitake

THE GUN IS MIGHTIER THAN THE SWORD!

Faye Leonheart is a seventeen-year-old swordfighting prodigy and the heir apparent to the mightiest warrior clan. After three long years, she finally returns from her sword-training pilgrimage…with a magical machine gun in hand?! Promptly disowned by her family with nothing but her beloved firearm for company, this trigger-happy young lady commits herself to studying ancient technology called overgear. After all, who has time for regrets when freedom calls? The world is full of archaic ruins, and Faye is ready to explore them, full-metal style!

Joining Yen On are two new releases (Cross-Dressing Villainess Cecilia Sylvie: Extra Round! and And Thus, the Wizard Noi Garené Became a Bride 100 Years Later) that include a spin-off volume of a fan-favorite romantic comedy series and a compelling new fantasy series.

Cover art for the light novel 'Cause I'm Freedom! featuring a confident female protagonist in a red cloak, wielding weapons, with a small angelic figure hovering beside her.

Cross-Dressing Villainess Cecilia Sylvie: Extra Round!

By Hiroro Akizakura
Illustration by Dangmill

TWO TIMES THE HAPPILY EVER AFTERS!

Cross-Dressing Villainess returns with a collection of short stories set after the original series—plus an alternate story branch! In “Oscar’s Route,” Cecilia and Oscar’s next year at Vleugel Academy is interrupted when they receive an invitation to the wedding of a princess in a neighboring country. Once the royal couples arrives, however, they learn the bride-to-be is threatening to call the whole thing off…because of her crush on Oscar?!

In “Gilbert’s Route,” the narrative follows what would have happened if Cecilia had fallen for Gilbert instead. After the events of Volume 3, Gilbert suddenly leaves the Sylvies for his biological family and pulls out of school for the semester. But when Cecilia attempts to get him to return, he shuts her down completely! To win Gilbert back and finally reveal her feelings, Cecilia must go incognito at a masquerade with ties to Prosper Kingdom’s underworld…

No matter which love interest is your favorite, this extra volume is not to be missed!

Cover illustration of a light novel featuring characters in formal attire with a focus on a blonde girl in the center, surrounded by several male characters. The title includes Japanese text and indicates a theme of cross-dressing as well as an adventurous plot.

And Thus, the Wizard Noi Garené Became a Bride 100 Years Later

By Eiko Mutsuhana

Her apprentice is a marriage-minded Dark Lord?!

Noi Garené is hailed as the greatest wizard in the Kingdom of Ethria, so when the Demon Lord’s vessel turns out to be an orphaned child, who better to take him in? She names the young boy Kaldia, and the days fly by as she teaches him magic, cares for him, and soothes his wounded heart. Meanwhile, Noi tirelessly searches for a way to prevent the Demon Lord’s emergence. When the fateful day finally arrives, she sacrifices her life to save her dear apprentice. The last thing she expected was to open her eyes a hundred years later and find a man who looks startingly like Kaldia proposing to her the moment she wakes up!

Also announced were six new manga series (Secret: Homicide Edition; My Yandere Girlfriend Hiding in the Dungeon Kills Me Over and Over Again; About a Place in the Kinki Region; My Childhood Friend Meows Under the Skirt; Summer Boy Blues; and Is the Hot-Voiced Streamer Into Me?!) that include a premium edition of a dark and gritty tale from Doubt creator Yoshiki Tonogai, manga adaptations of two amazing novels from Yen On, and a handful of great new additions to the ever-growing lineup of Yen Press Boys Love and Girls Love.

Anime-style book cover featuring a girl with long, white hair and teal eyes, dressed in a colorful, ornate outfit. She sits on the ground surrounded by flowers and birds, looking thoughtfully at the viewer. A red banner states 'COVER NOT FINAL'.

Secret: Homicide Edition

By Yoshiki Tonogai

“There are three murderers hiding in your midst.” These ominous words given to the six survivors of a tragic bus accident are followed by an ultimatum: The murderers must anguish over their crimes and find a way to answer for them within one week, or the evidence of their sins will be given to the police. But when every person has a secret, who can you trust…? The thrilling psychological horror manga returns in an all-new deluxe omnibus!

manga cover featuring four students with rabbit masks sitting at desks in a classroom, with a red and black color scheme and the title 'Secret 1' prominently displayed

My Yandere Girlfriend Hiding in the Dungeon Kills Me Over and Over Again

By Eiji Nomura
Original Story by Nikita Kitagawa

Accused of a crime he didn’t commit, Kiska is banished to the deepest reaches of a high-level dungeon with no hope of escape. But when he finds himself on the brink of despair, mere moments away from death at a monster’s hands, he’s given the chance to turn things around—in the form of the skill “Save & Reset!”

Cover art of a manga featuring a young woman with long dark hair, wearing a blue and white outfit, surrounded by chains. The title is displayed in bold pink lettering, with a red banner indicating that it is a not final cover.

About a Place in the Kinki Region

By Tsukasa Usui
Original Story by Sesuji

The “found-footage” novel phenomenon, now in manga form!

After the editor of an occult magazine goes missing while researching the spooky stories surrounding a certain area in the Kinki Region, his friend sets out to follow his footsteps and discover what happened. In the scraps of the old articles, strange fan mail, and far-fetched forum posts he gathers, a disturbing narrative begins to emerge—something really is wrong about a place in the Kinki Region…

Manga cover featuring a girl with a unique facial expression and braided hair, surrounded by Japanese text. The title reads 'About a place in the Kinki region' and includes 'Cover Not Final' at the bottom.

My Childhood Friend Meows Under the Skirt

By Raku Nanahashi
Original Story by Hotori Handa

Miyake has more cats than any other town in Japan, and Ichika is crazy about all of them. If she could be friends with cats, she probably would. Especially since Ichika hasn’t spoken to her childhood friend, Maki, for over a year at this point… After Ichika realizes her and her estranged bestie are now classmates, she becomes determined to rekindle what they once had. But Maki is skittish, withdrawn, and never gives Ichika a chance to get

close—until a magical cat’s curse changes their relationship forever…

Cover art of a manga series featuring two characters with cat ears. One character is sitting and looking up at the other who is leaning down. The cover includes stylized text and cat illustrations, with a 'COVER NOT FINAL' label.

Summer Boy Blues

By Miyako Tono

After getting caught in the act brings their first time together screeching to a halt, Atsushi and Michiru’s relationship is left in ruins—until, by sheer coincidence, they reunite during the summer of their high school entrance exams. Michiru, still wanting nothing more than to forget it ever happened, turns and runs, but Atsushi stops him in his tracks with an all-too-familiar line…

In spite of himself, Michiru finds all his walls being gradually broken down by Atsushi’s charm, though he still can’t escape the heartache he feels from their shared trauma. But even when he stands his ground in wanting to stay separate, Atsushi’s just as set on not letting him go…

Cover illustration for 'Summer Boy Blue' by Miyako Tono, featuring a young man and woman with floral elements. The left side shows the woman with dark hair surrounded by white flowers, while the right side depicts the man with short hair against a backdrop of orange flowers. The text 'COVER NOT FINAL' is visible in the corner.

Is the Hot-Voiced Streamer Into Me?!

By APEKO

Sora Hoshino is a college student who dreams of meeting the perfect top. His favorite source of solace in his hectic student life is listening to a hotshot BL-roleplay ASMR streamer called Sojiro, whose voice and roleplay scenarios are the stuff of his wildest fantasies. One day, Sojiro invites Sora to meetup IRL—and as if that wasn’t enough of a shock, the one Sora finds waiting for him at their meeting place is…!?

Manga cover featuring two male characters with contrasting hair colors, one with black hair and the other with pink hair, both smiling and taking a selfie together. The background includes colorful stars and graphics, with the title displayed prominently.

2000 AD announces a 50th Anniversary Event taking place in March 2027

Posted on October 23, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

It’ll be the galaxy’s greatest party — Rebellion has announced a huge event to celebrate 50 years of 2000 AD! To celebrate half a century of the groundbreaking comic book in 2027, a special two-day immersive live extravaganza will be staged at Protein Studios in Shoreditch, London on 6-7 March.

This explosive, must-see celebration will be as unique and thrilling as the Galaxy’s Greatest Comic itself, with a jam-packed schedule of prestige events, original programming, world exclusive merchandise, and one-of-a-kind spectacles befitting the legacy of the finest comic book export the UK has ever produced.

Special guests will be announced in the coming weeks, with an unprecedented number of writers, artists and editors from the past 50 years. Honouring the achievements of both legendary talent and new voices from the pages of 2000 AD, this landmark event that will be the culmination of a slate of nationwide signings and events.

It will also be a chance for 2000 AD to thank its fans for their continued loyalty across the last 50 years — regular subscribers will get the chance to secure exclusive limited edition early bird tickets a week before they go on general sale!

Day tickets for this much-anticipated celebration will go on sale online on Thursday 5 November, with limited early bird tickets for 2000 AD subscribers on sale from 29 October.

Launched in 1977 and led by founding editor and writer Pat Mills 2000 AD quickly became a cultural powerhouse, influencing everything from music, film, TV, comedy and literature — and even politics. Its most popular character the satirical sci-fi cop Judge Dredd, created by John Wagner and Carlos Ezquerra, has become a global comics icon, spawning two major movies and entering the English language as a byword for hardline policing.

2000 AD has served as a launchpad for some of the world’s most celebrated comics talent, from Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons – who reimagined comics with the incredibly influential Watchmen – to Brian Bolland (Batman: The Killing Joke), Grant Morrison, Garth Ennis (Preacher, The Boys), Mark Millar (Marvel’s The Ultimates), Jock (Batman, Dredd), and many, many more. It has also been an inspiration for world-leading creative minds, from musicians such as Madness, The Human League, and Anthrax, to actors such as Simon Pegg and Karl Urban, directors such as Alex Garland and Duncan Jones, and comedians such as Sue Perkins, Bill Bailey and Al Murray.

Ticket ordering information

All current 2000 AD subscribers will each receive a unique code by email on Tuesday 27 October — which will allow them to order early bird tickets for the event — as well as a link to the order site. Tickets are limited to two per code and the code can only be used once. Emails will be sent to the addresses currently attached to each subscriber’s account. Early bird tickets will be limited and, once these limited numbers are exhausted, no more tickets will be released until the general release on Thursday 5 November.

Limited edition early bird ticket sales for subscribers will go live at 6pm BST on Thursday 29 October on the link sent to subscribers.

Standard tickets for the event will then go on sale on at 6pm GMT on Thursday 5 November.

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NYCC 2026: Yen Press Announces Twelve Acquisitions

Posted on October 17, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Yen Press announced twelve acquisitions at the Yen Press Industry Panel that took place at New York Comic Con 2026, adding new manga and light novel series to the Yen Press and Yen On catalogs.

Joining Yen On are four new series (The Girls Adrift Among the Stars; Dungeon Master: Creating a Hot Spring Dungeon; Fate/strange Fake; Kino’s Journey) that include new additions from iconic creators as well as one of the most legendary light novel series of the past few decades.

The Girls Adrift Among the Stars

By Yuiko Agarizaki Illustration by Fuwan Sono

AN INTERGALACTIC VOYAGE FOR A PLANET TO CALL HOME

A horse-drawn carriage races across the cosmos. Or rather, a spaceship made to look like one. At the helm are a pair of refugees who fled Earth after pollution rendered it uninhabitable: Ridley, a scientist and the designer of this peculiar spacecraft, and Watari, an accomplished martial artist with debilitating shyness. This eccentric duo has but one goal—to find a stable planet where they can settle down on!

However, every world the two visit is a little off… A planet with a god that can revive the dead, a planet where lucky people reign supreme, a planet lined with endless libraries… Can the girls navigate the unique challenges posed by each bizarre world and live to reach the next leg of their journey? And is there really a replacement for Earth waiting to be found among the stars?

Book cover featuring two anime-style girls against a cosmic background, with a horse-drawn carriage and a celestial theme. The title is displayed in both Japanese and English with the note 'Cover Not Final' in the corner.

Dungeon Master: Creating a Hot Spring Dungeon

By Amahara Illustration by Jun

COME ONE, COME ALL, TO THE MOST POPULAR DUNGEON AROUND!

So there I am on my death bed when a literal devil comes to make a deal with me. I get a second shot at life, and in exchange, I’m on the hook for designing the most enticing dungeon her world has ever seen. Pretty sweet deal, if you ask me. Let’s see, how do we get people to explore the dungeon? How about if we offer hot springs capable of

rejuvenating skin, reversing the effects of aging, and granting you crazy strength? Whoops… Looks like our baths are too popular and are causing some geopolitical strife. Well, it’s just another day in the life of a dungeon master!

Cover art for the light novel 'Reincarnated, I'll Make the Hot Springs Dungeon!' featuring a fantasy setting with multiple characters, including a knight in armor, a girl with green hair, and a sorceress, amidst a backdrop of a hot springs dungeon.

Fate/strange Fake

By Ryohgo Narita
Original Concept by TYPE-MOON

The False Grail War begins…

It has been several years since the conclusion of the Fifth Holy Grail War. Now the stage has been set for a brand-new battle in Snowfield, a city in the western United States. But this iteration of the war is built on lies. Mages and Heroic Spirits gather upon a false stage. And though they grow increasingly aware that something is amiss, they play their roles all

the same. Truth and fiction no longer matter, for these competitors fight not for the Grail, but to see their personal convictions through to the end. But when the final drop of blood is shed and the battle draws to a close, what secrets will this enigmatic conflict uncover…?

Cover of 'Fate/strange Fake' featuring two characters, one with long green hair wearing a white garment, and another with blonde hair in armor. The title is prominently displayed.

Kino’s Journey

By Keiichi Sigsawa
Illustration by Kohaku Kuroboshi

A young traveler named Kino and a talking motorcycle named Hermes are on the journey of a lifetime! They visit different countries one after another, experiencing human nature and society in its many forms. Kino wants to learn everything there is to know about how other people live. Join their introspective adventure and uncover what it is that makes the world beautiful.

Joining the catalog are eight new manga series (Spice and Wolf Diner: Gourmet Exploration; Steam-Pipe Broom Racing; Monstrosities and Me; The Ice-Core Meteoria; Mermaid Observation Diary; After Midnight Skin; Lily: Lost and Found Again ~By the Sweet Lies and Love of a Nobleman Since Their First Night~; A Peach Offering for the Imperial Court) that include a fun and unique take on one of the most celebrated series from Yen Press and a historical romance series from Ueji Yuho, a rising star in the world of manga and the creator of Lord Hades’s Ruthless Marriage.

Illustrated book cover featuring a character wearing a hat with goggles and gloves, dressed in a tan coat. The background is white with the title and author text displayed.

Spice and Wolf Diner: Gourmet Exploration

By Sera Murase
Created by Isuna Hasekura

Following the guidance of a mysterious book, Holo and Lawrence suddenly find themselves in modern-day Japan. As they wander the unfamiliar streets, something catches Holo’s nose: the tantalizing scent of delicious food! The gourmand Holo quickly becomes obsessed with all kinds of never-before-seen delicacies… Read on and even try some for yourself, with an included series of mouthwatering recipes straight from the world of Spice & Wolf!

An illustration featuring two characters from the series 'Spice and Wolf': a girl with fox ears holding a skewer and a boy in a brown vest holding a frying pan. They stand against a background of food items and a city skyline.

Steam-Pipe Broom Racing

By Yasuhiro

Magical coal has revolutionized travel in the 19th century British Empire. Now trains and boats are hardly the only way to get around—not when you could take a pipe! Like a witch’s broomstick, these sleek iron contraptions have taken the nation by storm…and made Sheena late for work again. It’s not her fault! Those dumb rich kids keep closing off the streets to race their fancy-schmancy pipes. It’s so stupid! But after getting in an accident and challenging a stuck-up rich girl, Sheena may just find her true calling lies in the high-speed world of pipe racing!

Cover illustration for 'Steam Pipe Race in the Early 19th Century', featuring a dynamic scene with characters, including a smiling person with reddish-brown hair in the foreground and others in the background. The title is prominently displayed in both Japanese and English.

Monstrosities and Me

By funi-mu9

“You spirits can see us regular people, but most of us have no idea you are even there. It’d be pretty mean if even the few people who could talk to you ignored you anyway— You’d get lonely, right?”

So begins the story of a boy in search of a friend and a clumsy poltergeist in need of a little human kindness… The best of friendships come from the most unexpected places!

Anime-style cover art featuring a boy with a shadowy face and a girl with long black hair, both dressed in traditional attire. The boy is holding a smaller figure resembling a child in a red outfit. The background is a dimly lit room with eerie decorations and figures seated, with prominent text in Japanese.

The Ice-Core Meteoria

By Makoto Todo

In a world where a special fossil fuel known as Meteorian coal has become the number one source of fuel, steam engines have taken the world by storm. Kanata, a young coal miner, diligently studies despite his dire circumstances. One day, while breaking into a new vein of ore, Kanata finds the gears of fate have begun to turn for him—as he learns the monstrous secret of Meteoria!

Cover of the manga 'Metoria', featuring a character with blue hair and goggles, surrounded by mechanical parts and glowing blue crystals.

Mermaid Observation Diary

By UMI ISHIDA

One summer, two boys living in a small seaside village find something they’d only heard about in scary stories: a mermaid. The creature they’d fished up looks like a harmless little girl, but its true nature is a man-eating monster…or so they’re told. The cowardly Ken and the brash Shun decide to bring her home, agreeing not to breathe a word of this secret to anyone…but have they found a friend or the beginning of a nightmare?

A cover illustration featuring a young girl with pointed ears and a mermaid tail sitting in a box surrounded by greenery. The title '人魚観察日記' and the author's name 'ISHIDAUMI' are prominently displayed, with a 'COVER NOT FINAL' marker in the corner.

After Midnight Skin

By NIMMAHIRO

Toraya is a serious, modest office worker with one secret he can’t let slip: he’s really, really horny! After yet another day of exhausting work, his pent-up stress and libido get the better of him, and he heads to the office bathroom to take matters into his own hands…only for Saikawa, his least favorite supervisor, to catch him in the act. Toraya hopes they can both just forget about it, but Saikawa wants something in exchange for his silence…

Cover art for 'After Midnight Skin, Vol. 1' featuring two male characters in a romantic embrace, with one wearing a suit and the other in casual attire, set against a colorful background with the title prominently displayed.

Lily: Lost and Found Again ~By the Sweet Lies and Love of a Nobleman Since Their First Night~

By tsugumi

When Lily is abruptly cast out from the house where she was raised and left grieving at the roadside, she finds an unlikely helping hand in Chris, the proprietor of a beautiful Victorian café. As he brews a beautiful cup of tea that revives Lily, he makes a proposition… A kiss opens a new chapter for the two as their sweet, hot life comes to a boil!

Cover art for the manga 'Hiroware Lily ha Amai Uso ni Hodasareru', featuring a pink-haired female character in a white dress with ruffles, embracing a blond male character in a suit. Floral background with decorative elements and a 'COVER NOT FINAL' label in red.

A Peach Offering for the Imperial Court

By Ueji Yuho

Far from the imperial capital stands a village where immortals reside. There, fragrant fruits grow, filled with divine Qi. But not just anyone may partake—only the most beautiful of girls are selected to sup daily upon the fruits of life. These “Immortal Peach Maidens” are the destined brides of imperial princes. Whether they like it or not, it is their role to join a prince upon his coming of age in heaven-blessed union… But on the White Peach Maiden’s first night in the palace, her assigned prince, fourth prince Li Zijing, doesn’t show up! Has her one-track life gone woefully awry, or, against all odds, will this be the start of a tale of courtly love?!

A romantic illustration featuring a woman in traditional attire with long dark hair and a man closely leaning towards her. They are surrounded by pink flowers and peach motifs, creating an intimate atmosphere. The image has a 'Cover Not Final' watermark.

NYCC 2026: Ize Press Serves Up Two Tasty New Titles

Posted on October 17, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

To satisfy the appetite of readers hungry for more Korean webcomics in print, Ize Press announced two mouthwatering new titles joining its lineup at the Yen Press Industry Panel at New York Comic Con: Regas and Eat Before You Go.

Regas

Art by Daengmeong
Adapted by Lee kkeut
Original Story by samk

In a kingdom where the royal bloodline inherits the blessings of a dragon, an exceptionally powerful crown prince is born—but the trade-off for such power seems to have been his sanity! Loathed by his own mother and feared by his servants, the feral child looks to be a lost cause even for the Regas, those who specialize in taming the coldhearted monarchs. That is, until a jovial man by the name of Abel appears. Trained in the traditional ways of the Regas, Abel is patient, sturdy in body, and determined to teach the young boy about the beauty of the world. With a political storm brewing around them, will Abel finally be able to open up the prince’s heart?

Regas is an ongoing Boys Love (BL) manhwa that explores the profound bond of caring for someone who has faced a lifetime of mistreatment, alongside the devastating heartbreak of losing the one person you finally opened up to. While his connection to his Regas and a tragic loss may be exactly what Karas needs to unlock and control his true powers, it comes at a heavy cost. Even though the prince now has nothing left to fear, no one but his fated Regas can truly open his heart again. Regas is perfect for readers looking for fantasy BL comics with fated partners, royal politics, obsessive characters, and plenty of comedy to balance the drama. This reincarnation romantasy offers a compelling mix of high-stakes adventure and tantalizing romantic tension. The webcomic has over two million views across the Lezhin, Tappytoon, Manta, and Tapas platforms.

A man holding a child in a lush, flower-filled setting, with expressions of joy. The image features the title '레가스' (Regas) prominently displayed at the bottom, with a watermark stating 'COVER NOT FINAL'.

Eat Before You Go

Art by the Bichon
Adapted by Kim Haema
Original Story by Ko Doo Yeol

After thirty grueling years, the hero, Miro Laikas, defeated the demon lord and made his way back to his own world—only to find his home also overrun by dangerous creatures. Luckily, the people of Earth seem to have it covered, leaving him free to live in peace. In fact, with an abundance of this new variety of ingredients, he can finally devote his time and energy to his one true passion—cooking the most delicious meals ever with monster parts!

Set in a world of hunters and gates, Eat Before You Go is a slice-of-life fantasy manhwa about a tired hero who opens a restaurant after defeating a demon lord. He enjoys a peaceful cooking life, feeding his customers delicious meals, raising a baby dragon, and occasionally defeating tough enemies from the shadows. With a fresh helping of creative dishes using monster ingredients, Eat Before You Go offers a flavorful adventure for readers to dig into with its charming characters, inventive cuisine, and dynamic artwork that makes the action leap off the page. Digitally serialized on WEBTOON with over eight million views, Eat Before You Go is perfect for fans of food-focused fantasy comics like Delicious in Dungeon. Rather than making the act of cooking the adventure, Eat Before You Go sets itself apart by making the restaurant a peaceful counterpoint to a world filled with monsters, hunters, and superpowered battles.

Cover of a comic featuring two male characters, one with red hair holding a knife and a playful creature, and a plate of food prominently displayed. The title in Korean is also visible on the cover.

Compton Comics Expo Needs Our Help and Launches a GoFundMe

Posted on October 17, 2026 by Brett Leave a comment

The first Compton Comics Expo is set to take place Saturday, October 24 and is a completely free event for the general public. The goal was to hold a comic convention where there was none and prevent the community from being locked out due to the cost.

But, the convention needs our help and needs to raise $8,000 for the convention to take place.

The GoFundMe lays out that the largest expenses are the on-site staff, safety security, parking passes, and the equipment provided by Compton College. Even with reduced and discounted services, there’s still a cost and the remaining balance needs to be paid off for things to go forward.

The remaining funds are needed by Friday, October 23 to pay Compton College for its services and secure the contract. If the amount isn’t raised in the next seven days, the venue may not allow the event to move forward with setup, and the entire convention will be canceled.

Every single dollar raised goes directly to satisfying the Compton College contract and the remaining elements needed to create a full experience and so the doors can open on October 24th.

The GoFundMe rally call lays out three ways for individuals to help:

Donate: No amount is too small. In a financial crisis, a $5 or $10 donation is just as powerful as a large corporate check. Every bit builds the bridge.
Share with Urgency: Time is ticking down to Friday the 23rd. Share this link on Instagram, Threads, X, Facebook, and with your creative networks.
Studio & Civic Sponsorships: If you are a publisher, studio, or business leader who wants to join Illuminous, Ignition Press, and the Compton 125th Historical Society in protecting a safe, free space for Compton’s youth, please reach out to me immediately.

It’s rally time. Let’s get this to its goal and help make sure that the Compton Comics Expo launches later this month!

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No Kings Comic-Con Streams for FREE this Thursday

Posted on October 14, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

It’s the biggest pop culture fest in this or any other galaxy — No Kings Comic-Con! The virtual comic convention takes place this Thursday, October 15th starting at 7pm ET for an early kickoff to the No Kings: Vote Early festivities!

This free, virtual evening will showcase a constellation of stars from the world of comics and the geekier side of Hollywood with interviews, art, music, and surprises. Co-hosted by No Kings Coalition member orgs Comix Action and Hands Off NYC, this streaming event brings all the excitement of a major comic convention without the huge lines and overpriced pizza.

The virtual convention will feature:

Mark Ruffalo! G. Willow Wilson! Alex Winter! Chris Cross! Darryl DMC McDaniels! Patton Oswalt! Jordan Blum!

A Star Trek panel with Wilson Cruz, Nicholas Meyer, Jonathan Del Arco, and Jeri Ryan!

A Justice League Unlimited panel with Phil LaMarr, Carl Lumbly, Susan Eisenberg, and Greg Newbern!

Throughout the night, attendees will hear from activists with important voting information! From the coalition of orgs around the country that mobilized the largest political protests in U.S. history for the next big initiative — No Kings: Vote Early Day taking place Saturday October 17th — a day of action across the country to galvanize Americans to vote early and have fun while doing it!

You can RSVP now for the event.

Event announcement for No Kings Comic-Con, emphasizing a virtual kickoff for the No Kings: Vote Early festivities on October 15, with details on timing and RSVP.

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Joseph Illidge’s Illuminous announces its sponsorship of the inaugural Compton Comics Expo

Posted on October 13, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Illuminous, the IP and creative services company led by comics writer, editor, and creative executive Joseph Illidge, has announced its sponsorship of the inaugural Compton Comics Expo, founded by industry veteran Ray-Anthony Height. Taking place Saturday, October 24, at Compton College (1111 E. Artesia Blvd., Compton, CA), the event brings comics, creators, and fans together for a celebration rooted in the city’s own creative community.

Compton has always had a story to tell. The Inaugural Compton Comics Expo is where that story comes to life.

For the very first time, a comics convention comes home to one of Los Angeles’s most culturally rich and creatively powerful cities. Born from a community of creators who wanted a convention they could call their own, the Compton Comics Expo brings world-class comic arts and culture to the city, welcoming anyone who loves comics, cosplay, and great storytelling. The event is presented by Studio Skye Tiger in conjunction with the Compton 125 Historical Society.

Through its sponsorship, Illuminous supports the Black comics community and beyond, helping Compton Comics Expo establish a gathering place for creators and fans. That commitment carries through Illidge’s work with the company: developing original stories and creating opportunities for the people behind them.

Compton Comics Expo runs 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. with free general admission and VIP early access beginning at 10 a.m. Attendees can explore Artist Alley, meet creators, and take part in panels and cosplay programming. Local and national businesses can join Illuminous in supporting the inaugural Compton Comics Expo.

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Bill Sienkiewicz, Thomas Jane, and Glen David Gold Headline the VIP Event for the Inaugural ICON Festival in LA

Posted on October 13, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

The first ever ICON Festival of Comic & Narrative Art will be a two-day celebration of original art by some of the most popular, influential, and inspiring contemporary comic book artists working today. This high-end event will take place at the luxurious and historic hotel, The Biltmore Los Angeles, November 7th and 8th, 2026.

The inaugural ICON Festival has added a special Saturday night event for Weekend and VIP ticket holders. Attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to attend an intimate conversation about art, comics, and art collecting hosted by Borys Kit of The Hollywood Reporter/Heat Vision with revered artist Bill Sienkiewicz, novelist, screenwriter, and avid art collector Glen David Gold, and actor, writer, and art collector Thomas Jane.

The first ever ICON Festival of Comic & Narrative Art will feature some of the biggest stars in comics, including Nick Dragotta, Daniel Warren Johnson, Ryan Ottley, Eric Basaldua, Jim Cheung, Frank Cho, Ace Continuado, Sanford Greene, Megan Huang, Dave Johnson, David Mack, Dustin Nguyễn, Alex Niño, Jason Palmer, Dan Panosian, Bill Sienkiewicz, Cat Staggs, William Stout, Dean Yeagle. Unlike most comic book conventions and events, due to the limited number of tickets available, all attendees of the ICON Festival of Comic & Narrative Art will have a unique opportunity to spend time and converse with these legendary artists in person, as well as look at and purchase original art for their collection.

The ICON Festival of Comic & Narrative Art will host The Art Of Alex Ross Exhibit. First seen in its entirety at the Dunn Museum in Chicago, the exhibit makes its way to Los Angeles for the first time. The impressive exhibit features more than one hundred original works by Ross. Ross’ artwork paved the way for a wider acceptance for painted comics, with seminal stories including Marvels, Kingdom Come, Uncle Sam, Justice, Astro City and the award-winning and national bestselling Fantastic Four: Full Circle graphic novel. Abrams Comic Arts released his critically acclaimed graphic novel Marvel Dimensions in September 2026.

Tickets are on sale now. Visit the ICON Art Festival to view the tiered pricing list and for more information. And book your stay at The Biltmore Los Angeles.

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NYCC 2026: Get a look at Star Wars | Marvel: Hope Assembles

Posted on October 12, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Announced earlier this year, Marvel Comics and Lucasfilm Publishing are bringing two legendary universes together for the first time in Star Wars | Marvel: Hope Assembles, a historic five-issue limited series launching January 2027. Written by Kevin Smith and drawn by David Marquez, the series unites the heroes and villains of the Marvel’s Universe with the galaxy far, far away in an unprecedented pop culture collision.

The anticipated series took the spotlight at New York Comic Con as Marvel Comics revealed new covers and artwork at the Marvel Comics: House of Ideas Panel, with Kevin Smith making a surprise appearance onstage to share more about the project.

Among the reveals was a breathtaking cover by the legendary Alex Ross spotlighting a team-up for the ages: Luke Skywalker and Spider-Man. Star Wars | Marvel: Hope Assembles will feature ongoing variant cover programs, with recurring themes across Covers A-F to bring greater clarity and consistency to the cover collecting experience. Additional variants may also be available beyond the ongoing programs.

The themes for A-F Covers are:

A – MAIN COVER – The main series connecting covers by series artist David Marquez.
B – ALLIANCE VARIANT – Marvel heroes and villains join forces with their Star Wars counterparts in action-packed pairings.
C – BATTLE VARIANT – Marvel and Star Wars collide in impossible one-on-one showdowns.
D – A NEW HOPE VARIANT – Iconic moments from Star Wars: A New Hope are re-created with Marvel characters.
E – CROSSOVER VARIANT – Characters wield the legendary weapons, costumes and symbols of the other franchise.
F – RETRO VARIANT – New artwork channeling the unmistakable look of Marvel’s original Star Wars comic book run.
G – MARVEL HOMAGE – Legendary Marvel covers are re-created with characters from both universes.

The first issue features covers by David Marquez, Alex Ross, Kaare Andrews, Cory Smith, Rafael Albuquerque, Dan Jurgens, Matteo Lolli, and more.

For decades, Star Wars and Marvel have shared a unique history. Marvel published its first Star Wars comic in 1977—the same year Star Wars: A New Hope transformed pop culture forever. Now, 50 years later, that relationship takes its biggest leap yet as they collide on the page for the first time.

The Galaxy Far, Far Away comes to the World Outside Your Window!

Following a reality-shattering spell, Marvel’s heroes witness the events of A New Hope unfold before their very eyes—setting the stage for an encounter between characters from both universes that fans have dreamt about for decades.

Check out the new artwork and preorder Star Wars | Marvel: Hope Assembles at your local comic shop today. It arrives on shelves January 13, 2027.

NYCC 2026: The Clock Strikes Midnight with Terrifying new Midnight Universe Reveals

Posted on October 12, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

This past week, the clock struck Midnight. Across the globe at local comic shops, fans entered the Midnight Universe, Marvel Comics’ bold new publishing line that reimagines its most iconic characters through a terrifying new lens.

The launch has been an incredible success, with over a million copies ordered collectively. The excitement continued today at New York Comic Con during Marvel Comics: The Midnight Hour, a special panel featuring writers Jonathan Hickman, Phillip Kennedy Johnson, and Benjamin Percy, alongside Executive Editor Dan Buckley, Editor Jordan D. White, Assistant Editor Kaeden McGahey, and Editor-in-Chief Stephen Wacker. The superstar team shared new details about what’s coming next and debuted never-before-seen artwork, including the covers for all three #4 issues, arriving in January

While the main covers remain cloaked in mystery, readers can look forward to meeting more Midnight incarnations of their favorite characters from A-List mutants to iconic Spidey supervillains as the Midnight Universe’s continues to expand.

MIDNIGHT SPIDER-MAN #4

Written by PHILLIP KENNEDY JOHNSON
Art by SCIETRONC
Cover A by STEVE BEACH
On Sale 1/13

As New York City hides behind locked doors from the mysterious horror they call Spider-Man, an outcast cop is burning every bridge to find the truth behind the “Parker Incident.” Meanwhile, the devil’s hands have been busy…and the world’s second synthetic mutant is born…

Cover art for Midnight Spider-Man Issue 4 featuring a character in a red outfit and goggles, with webbing in the background.

MIDNIGHT FANTASTIC FOUR #4

Written by BENJAMIN PERCY
Art by MARCELO FERREIRA
Cover A by KEV WALKER
On Sale 1/20

The Four return from the monolith in the Jornado del Muerto desert with no memory or record of their experience. Their minds and bodies are behaving strangely, which might have something to do with a cosmic artifact they encountered…

Cover of Midnight Fantastic Four #4, featuring distressed characters in a dark and colorful comic book style, with title and author details.

MIDNIGHT X-MEN #4

Written by JONATHAN HICKMAN
Art by MATTEO BUFFAGNI
Cover A by DIKE RUAN
On Sale 1/27

Two sets of letters go out. All sides are summoned. Two threats are made by both man and mutant. The one-eyed ronin finds a clue that will unravel long-laid plans. And a half-healed wound is hidden by shadow.

Cover of 'Midnight X-Men' issue 4 featuring a stylized hand holding a sealed letter with a red wax seal, against a dark background.

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