Calgary Expo 2022

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Cons IRL are BACK! Here’s where you can find me this year at Calgary Expo:

Thursday, April 21

Signing at Booth

4:00-6:00pm

Come find me at my ComicSketchArt booth! Buy some books! Say hi! I’ll sign anything!

The Man, The Legend, The Captain: Q&A with William Shatner

7:00-8:00pm

Main Theatre Hall B: Moderating!

He’s back! Born in Montreal, William Shatner has come a long way since beaming into our hearts as the one and only Captain James T. Kirk of “Star Trek” – and he’s showing no signs of slowing down! With decades of acting, writing, directing and charity work under his belt, Bill has most recently conquered the real-life Final Frontier, as one of the first civilian astronauts to make it to space. Please join us in welcoming back one of the Expo’s most esteemed guests!

John de Lancie: Putting the “Q” in this Q n’ A

8:00-9:00pm

Main Theatre Hall B: Moderating!

If you’ve got a “Q”-uestion, John De Lancie is here for the answers! We’re sure to hear a lot about his reent return to the role of Q in “Star Trek Picard”, but he’s certainly been busy in every sense of the word – as Discord in “My Little Pony”, as well as memorable roles in “Stargate SG-1”, “Torchwood” and so many more!

Friday, April 22

The Man, The Legend, The Captain: Q&A with William Shatner

1:00-2:00pm

Main Theatre Hall B: Moderating!

He’s back (again)! Born in Montreal, William Shatner has come a long way since beaming into our hearts as the one and only Captain James T. Kirk of “Star Trek” – and he’s showing no signs of slowing down! With decades of acting, writing, directing and charity work under his belt, Bill has most recently conquered the real-life Final Frontier, as one of the first civilian astronauts to make it to space. Please join us in welcoming back one of the Expo’s most esteemed guests!

Signing at Booth

2:00-3:30pm

Come find me at my ComicSketchArt booth! Buy some books! Say hi! I’ll sign anything!

Hunting Treasure with Nolan North

4:30-5:30pm

Palomino D: Moderating!

Gamers will instantly recognize him as the voice of Nathan Drake in the Uncharted series but Nolan North is a man of many voices, lending his talents to Call of Duty, Assassin’s Creed, Batman: Arkham, Transformers: Prime, Young Justice and many more!

Cyborg or Zombie Hunter? Both, Because it’s Khary Payton!

6:00-7:00pm

Main Theatre Hall B: Moderating!

Khary was already well-known to fans as the voice of Cyborg in “Teen Titans” (and its many spinoffs and revivals) and as Aqualad in “Young Justice”, among many roles. In live action, he’s of course best known as “King” Ezekiel in “The Walking Dead”, now in its final season!

Saturday, April 23

Signing at Booth

11:00am-12:30pm

Come find me at my ComicSketchArt booth! Buy some books! Say hi! I’ll sign anything!

Making Merry: Dominic Monaghan of “The Lord of the Rings”

1:00-2:00pm

Main Theatre Hall B: Moderating!

He’s been a Hobbit in three legendary movies, but also a survivor on “Lost”, and appearing in “X-Men Origins: Wolverine”, “The Rise of Skywalker” and most recently in the cast of “Vox Machina”, among many more roles!

Writing for Comics

2:00-3:00pm

The Big 4 Comics Stage: Panelist

Please join Jim Zub and an esteemed collection of creator guests for an insightful discussion on the intricacies of writing comics professionally!

Troy Baker: Voice Acting Legend

4:30-5:30pm

Palomino D: Moderating!

There’s basically a 100% chance you’ve heard Troy’s voice in something you like: Joel in “The Last of Us”, Sam Drake in the “Uncharted” series, or Higgs in “Death Stranding” are some of his game roles, while anime fans have heard him in Bleach, Fullmetal Alchemist, Naruto, One Piece, and more. And comics animation fans will hear him as Batman, the Joker, Loki and a hundred other beloved characters!

An Evening with the Hobbits – Special Ticketed Event

4:30-5:30pm

Main Theatre Hall B: Moderating!

Prepare for an unforgettable evening with The Four Hobbits. Join Pippin Took (Billy Boyd), Merry Brandybuck (Dominic Monaghan), Samwise Gamgee (Sean Astin) and Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood), as they reunite onstage.

Sunday, April 24

Signing at Booth

11:00am-1:00pm

Come find me at my ComicSketchArt booth! Buy some books! Say hi! I’ll sign anything!

I Can Carry You: Sean Astin of “The Lord of the Rings”

2:00-3:00pm

Main Theatre Hall B: Moderating!

Be it as hobbit Samwise Gamgee, one of the Goonies gang, or from his turns in works like Stranger Things, Rudy, or Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Sean Astin has had no shortage of adventures both real and fictional in his long career. We catch up with him now!

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SDCC@Home 2020

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SDCC@Home is entirely online this year, which means you can watch panels from wherever you are in the world! Here’s where you can find me this year:

Thursday, July 23

P.S. NPC: Storytelling in Video Games

10:00-11:00am

What’s writing for video games really like? Our panel of pro game devs walks you through everything it takes to tell an immersive story in video games. Moderator Sam Maggs (Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart) speaks with Jill Scharr (Destiny 2), Shayna Moon (God of War 2018), Charles Beacham (Blankos Block Party), Milo Smiley (Spider-Man: Miles Morales), and Megan Fausti (Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order).

How to Build a Girl Squad

2:00-3:00pm

Growing up, many of us had to contend with the Smurfette principle: stories where there was only one girl in the whole gang–the token, the love interest, and the character who had to stand in for all girls everywhere. But times have changed, and many creators are writing their dream girl gangs, squads, and inclusive ensembles. So how do you build your modern squad from the ground up? How do you decide what kinds of characters will best complement, conflict, and have chemistry with each other? And why is writing and/or drawing a girl gang just so gosh darn fun? Join creators Cecil Castellucci (The Plain Janes), Sarah Kuhn (Heroine Complex), Sam Maggs (The Unstoppable Wasp: Built on Hope), Afua Richardson (Black Panther: World of Wakanda), Steenz (Heart of the City), and Rebekah Weatherspoon (A Cowboy to Remember) as they discuss the challenges and joys of squad goals and building the modern girl gang.

Saturday, July 25

Sailor Moon: The Power of Female Friendship

3:00-4:00pm

When Naoko Takeuchi created Sailor Moon, she never knew it would be so popular. Takeuchi was lonely and the idea of Sailor Moon came about as female friends that she wishes that she could have. With her soul reflected in her work, it spoke to fandom as many others understood the feeling that she had. Sailor Moon expanded into anime, video games, merchandise, and became one of the major icons of Japan. Join in on a discussion with Jessica Tseang (comic book historian), Michelle Ruff (voice of Luna-Sailor Moon: Crystal), Kate Higgins (voice of Sailor Mercury-Sailor Moon: Crystal), Amanda Celine Miller (voice of Sailor Jupiter-Sailor Moon: Crystal), Sam Maggs (writer Captain Marvel, Unstoppable Wasp: Built on Hope), and Chris Bryant (activist, comedian: Netflix’s Cooking on High, Amazon’s Out on Stage) on what is it about this franchise that continues to survive today, and still speaks to the hearts of fans (women and LGBT) and bringing in a new generation.

Sunday, July 26

IDW: Imagination & Fun for Kids!

10:00-11:00am

Tune into this engaging exploration of comics and graphic novels for kids! Moderator and author Sam Maggs (Marvel Action: Captain Marvel) joins some of the best storytellers in the IDW Publishing stable including Evan Stanley (Sonic the Hedgehog), Tony Fleecs (My Little Pony, Star Wars Adventures), plus graphic novel creators Kim Dwinell (Surfside Girls), Jared Cullum (Johnny Boo), and Adam Tierney (Afraid of Everything) as they show kids how to unlock their creative potential!

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SDCC 2019!

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It’s SDCC and it needs no further introduction. Here’s where you can find me!

Thursday, July 18

IDW and Hasbro: Transformers: A Bold New Universe

10:00-11:00am – Room 29AB

(Why am I on this panel? SHOW UP and FIND OUT!) Celebrating 35 years of everyone’s favorite Robots in Disguise, IDW Publishing and Hasbro are proud to present a bold new universe with the launch of multiple new Transformers titles. Artist Livio Ramondelli (Transformers: Galaxies, Optimus Prime), writer Tyler Bleszinski (Transformers: Galaxies, Vox Media), Hasbro’s Michael Kelly (VP, Global Publishing), Erik Burnham (Transformers/Ghostbusters), and a few surprise panelists will talk about what’s new in Transformers comics, announce upcoming projects, and talk about how to make the next 35 years of Transformers great. Moderated by IDW Transformers editor David Mariotte.

Signing at DK Books

2:00-3:00pm – Booth #1515-A

Come visit me at DK, where I’ll be signing Marvel Fearless and Fantastic! and giving away free posters for something new… and secret!

Sartorial Geek Live

5:00-6:00pm – Neil Morgan Auditorium, San Diego Central Library

Jordan Ellis (founder of Jordandené, co-editor of The Sartorial Geek) will be in conversation with Sam Maggs (senior writer, Insomniac Games; author, Girl Squads and The Fangirl’s Guide to the Galaxy) about Sam’s bestselling books, work on video games, and life as a fangirl.

Friday, July 19

Signing at DK Books

11:00am-12:00pm – Booth #1515-A

Come visit me at DK!

Guest Bookseller at Quirk Books

2:00-3:00pm – Booth #1636

Hang out with me at Quirk Books! If you want, I’ll sign a copy of The Fangirl’s Guide to the Galaxy, Wonder Women or Girl Squads for you!

Firefly: The Big Damn Cookbook

3:00-4:00pm – Grand 12 & 13, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

Moderating: Come for this tasty panel and discover the journey Chelsea Monroe-Cassel took to create her delicious recipes in the new official Firefly cookbook! Explore her process and hear about new and fan favorite foods from across the ‘Verse. A lifelong artist and fan of fantasy, she is focused on bringing fantasy worlds such as Game of Thrones and World of Warcraft to life through food, photography, and art. All attendees will receive an exclusive, limited-edition Firefly recipe card. It’s gonna be delicious!

Saturday, July 20

Let Your Fandom Fly

4:00-5:00pm – Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

In this interactive panel, moderator Sam Maggs (Captain Marvel) wants to hear from YOU. Share with panelists Robbie Thompson (Meet the Skrulls, Supernatural), Steenz (Archival Quality), Sarah Kuhn (I Love You So Mochi, Heroine Complex), and Riley Silverman (Troubled Waters) all your best cosplay, fanart, and fanfic. They want to know how you celebrate and honor your fandom, and advise you on how to take it to the next level.

Marvel Action Signing at IDW Comics

6:00-7:00pm – Booth #2729

Want to get your hands on an exclusive new poster in anticipation of my upcoming Captain Marvel comic book? Swing by and grab one, free!

Sunday, July 21

IDW: Comics for Kids!

10:30-11:30am – Room 23ABC

Ever wonder what it takes to make an all-ages comic? Ever want to try your hand at making your own? Kim Dwinell (Surfside Girls), James Kochalka (Johnny Boo), Sam Maggs (Marvel Action: Captain Marvel, My Little Pony), Jarod Roselló (Red Panda and Moon Bear), Evan Stanley (Sonic the Hedgehog), and IDW Publishing present a behind-the-scenes look at how your favorite comics are made. It’s sure to be a morning full of fun activities, secret surprises, and much, much more! And bonus: a free comic for every kid in attendance!

Signing at DK Books

11:30am-12:30pm – Booth #1515-A

Come visit me one last time at DK!

xoxo

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YALLWest 2019 Schedule!

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It’s the best weekend of the year for YA fans – YALLWest! And even better: now that I’m an official Californian, it’s just a quick drive down to the beach to Santa Monica High. Hooray!

Here’s where you can find me this Saturday, May the 4th (be with you) at SaMoHi!

The Women of Marvel

11:00am – Cafeteria

Join a live recording of the Women of Marvel podcast, hosted by Judy Stephens and Sana Amanat, who will be talking everything from Captain Marvel to Ms. Marvel along with a cast of Marvel comic + novel creators, as well as a few special guests.
With Sana Amanat, Lorraine Cink, Margaret Stohl, Andrea Towers, and Steve Wacker. Moderated by Judy Stephens.

Signing

12:00pm – Innovation Quad

Bring your books or grab one on-site!

How to Make the Next Fortnite

1:00pm – Tent

Building a mega hit or meta fandom doesn’t happen just by accident. Game industry veterans offer practical tips for creating meaningful worlds, factions, heroes and communities – all starring players – beyond the latest Fortnite dance. Teen creators are encouraged to share a favorite idea or to ask for help with something you’re stuck on.
With Charles Beacham, M.E. Chung, Adam Miller, Mallory Schleif, and Luke Timmins. Moderated by Dave Stohl.

How to up Your Cosplay Game, Youtube Channel, Webcomic, or Fandom Life

2:00pm – Tent

From Captain Marvel cosplays, YouTube Marvel Minutes, Dinosaur Comics and a YA podcast to nerd girl guides and superhero speak – we’ve got all the expertise you need to up your fandom game. Teen creators are encouraged to share a favorite fandom idea or to ask for help with something you’re stuck on.
With Judy Stephens, Lorraine Cink, Ryan North, F.C. Yee, Andrea Towers, and Sarah Enni. Moderated by me!

Only Girl in the Room

4:00pm – Gallery

From Girl game director to queer comics creator and everything inbetween. The thing about paving the way is you never get to walk on the pavement. Come trade war stories.
With Marguerite Bennett, M.E. Chung, Amy S. Foster, Carolina Munhoz, Tiffany Pham, and Michele Wells. Moderated by me!

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NYCC Schedule!

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It’s here – the last big con of the year! I’ll be at NYCC signing shiny, fresh copies of GIRL SQUADS, speaking on some panels, and signing an EXCLUSIVE new poster for my upcoming book for DK, MARVEL FEARLESS AND FANTASTIC!

Here’s where you can find me at NYCC:

Thursday, Oct. 4

Women in [Everything]: Intersectional Feminism Across Genres

12:15pm – Room 1A18

Representation matters, whether you’re reading a comic book, playing a video game, watching a superhero movie, or reading a YA fantasy novel. The world of genre fiction across platforms has always been ahead of the curve in its representation. But how are we doing today? And is one area lagging behind another? Join our panel of experts from publishing, comics, games, and film to discuss how women are being represented in nerdy media of all kinds.
Moderating, with: Wendy Xu, Jill Pantozzi, Charlie Jane Anders, Steenz, and Susana Polo

Women in [Everything] Signing

1:30pm – Hall 1A Author Autographing Table 1

Everyone on the previous panel will sign things for you! Nice!

GIRL SQUADS Signing

3:00pm – Quirk Books booth 2236

Come grab a free poster and a hot-off-the-press copy of SQUADS!

Friday, Oct. 5

Entertaining and Educational Works of Non-Fiction

11:00am – Room 1A18

Authors discuss the strange and engaging truths that fascinate them and compel them to share the fascinating facts they gather from history, science, and personal experience with their readers.
Panelist, with: Rachel Ignotofsky, Petra Mayer, Mallory O’Meara, Nathan Hale

Entertaining Non-Fiction Signing

12:15pm – Hall 1A Author Autographing Table 1

Everyone on the previous panel will sign things for you again! Cool!

MARVEL FEARLESS AND FANTASTIC signing

1:00pm – DK booth #2104-K (Part of the Penguin Random House booth)

Want a free poster? Of an awesome book? That I will sign for you? Also free? Come grab this!! No one else has one!! It’s cool and the book is cool!!

See you there, buds!!

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LAMBDA LitFest!

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Guess what, my new LA family? I’m hosting a panel this weekend at LAMBDA LitFest!

This is the the second annual celebration of contemporary voices honoring and expanding on the rich, diverse tradition of LGBTQ writers and readers in the Southland. Join us at the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center (244 San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA 90012) in downtown Los Angeles. Here’s where you can find me:

Saturday, Sept. 29

Geekdom in the Fiefdom

with Henry Lien and Baruch Porras Hernandez

No matter what genre you write words for — fantasy, science fiction, romance, horror — queer people are a part of the fandom. But, queer genre geeks often have to wait patiently for their favorite genres to diversify and make room for explicit queer stories. In this session, writers who work within different genres and in different media will have a cross-genre discussion about how they carved a space for queerness in their respective fields and what it means to remind fandoms that queer people exist and have romantic, strange, frightening and fantastical stories to tell.

See you there my queer lit nerd buds!

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FanExpo Schedule!

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It’s that time again, Toronto. I’ll have fancy new GIRL SQUAD posters to give away – come see me for freebies!

Friday, August 31

Signing

1:00pm – Signing Area #2

I’m signing free GIRL SQUADS posters and anything else you bring me! Hooray!

Q&A with Grey Delisle

3:00pm – 701A

Join me and the gal responsible for the voices of Wonder Woman, Daphne, and Captain Marvel!

Q&A with Jim Cummings

4:30pm – 701B

Come hang out with me and the iconic voice actor behind Darkwing Duck, Winnie the Pooh, and more!

Saturday, September 1

Q&A with Jonny Cruz and Gaku Space

1:00pm – 714B

Genji is with you and Lúcio’s comin’ at you! Come chat with me and the stars of Overwatch.

Signing

3:00pm – Signing Area #2

Aww yeah free GIRL SQUADS swag.

Sunday, September 2

Signing

3:00pm – Signing Area #2

More free GIRL SQUADS posters!
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