The Fanbase Press staff is very excited to be celebrating its 15th anniversary by exhibiting at San Diego Comic-Con 2025, while also bringing you the coolest interviews, commentaries, and photos – live from the convention floor! From Wednesday, July 23, through Sunday, July 27, all of Fanbase Press’ award-winning comics, graphic novels, and merchandise will be available for sale at Small Press Table O-03. Attendees won’t want to miss the exciting panels and creator signings planned for the con, as well as the limited edition, bilingual Quince comic, a new series announcement, and more! Most excitedly, we hope that attendees will join us for the 15 Years and Counting: What’s Ahead for Fanbase Press panel on Friday at 6 p.m., where we’ll be announcing our latest project and our plans for 2026!

SDCC 2025 Limited Edition, Bilingual Quince Comic

Quince is an Eisner Award-nominated, 15-issue, bilingual comic book series that follows a year in the life of Lupe, a 15-year-old girl who discovers that her quinceañera brings with it a super cool party . . . and superpowers. Emphasizing diversity, family, and female empowerment, Quince’s creative team includes creator Sebastian Kadlecik (writer/artist – Penguins vs. Possums), Kit Steinkellner (writer – Sorry for Your Loss, Z: The Beginning of Everything), Emma Steinkellner (artist – The Okay Witch, Pow Slam Sparkle), translator Valeria Tranier (The Maze Runner, Friday Night Lights, Doctor Who), and graphic designer Oceano Ransford (The Sequels, A Geek’s Guide to Cross-Stitch, Rikki).

Fanbase Press will be offering a limited edition, bilingual SDCC 2025 printed copy of Quince #1 to attendees! Be sure to stop by the Fanbase Press to purchase your copy of the award-winning comic while supplies last!

“Quince has its origins in an appreciation of culture,” says creator Sebastian Kadlecik. “I wanted to do a project that celebrated my family’s heritage. I wanted my nieces, my mom, my wife, and all of my family to be celebrated and to see positive depictions of themselves. It was my hope that this story would reach across generations and boundaries and unite readers in a celebration of our shared Latinx culture. I hope you enjoy it. (I hope your abuela enjoys it, too!)”

In addition, the Quince: The Definitive Bilingual Edition oversized hardcover collects the full English and Spanish editions of the series, as well as forewords by Gloria Calderón Kellett (Executive Producer/Showrunner/Director/Actor, One Day at a Time) and Peter Murrieta (Executive Producer/Showrunner/Writer, Mr. Iglesias), an academic essay by Frederick Luis Aldama (Distinguished University Professor and Eisner Award-winning author of Latinx Superheroes in Mainstream Comics), a study guide by Dr. Theresa Rojas (Professor, Modesto Junior College), an art gallery Javier Hernandez (El Muerto), Sabrina Cintron (The Witches’ Grimoire, La Borinqueña), Malena Bonilla, and Jose Cabrera, and a heartfelt letter to the reader by creator Sebastian Kadlecik.

Available for Sale (Small Press Booth O-03)

Fans in attendance will have a chance to stop by the Fanbase Press booth to purchase the publisher’s award-winning comics and graphic novels, including the 2025 IPPY Award-winning Ripple Effects: The Deluxe Edition, 2024 GLAAD Media Award-winning Four-Color Heroes, 2023 Eisner and Harvey Award-nominated Ripple Effects, 2018 Eisner Award-nominated Quince, the 2020 IPPY Award-winning Quince: The Definitive Bilingual Edition hardcover, the 2022 International Latino Book Award-winning Nuclear Power, and much more.

*Fanbase Press’ creator signing schedule may be found below.

Fanbase Press’ Panel Programming

Fanbase Press and its staff and creators will be hosting and/or participating in a number of thought-provoking panels throughout the week. Below is the schedule of panels:

THURSDAY

11:00 a.m.: Comixology: In the Mix with Your Favorite Comix Artists—Hugo Award–nominated artist/colorist/writer Taki Soma (Alienated, Sleeping While Standing), Eisner Award–winning artist Michael Avon Oeming (Alienated, Galaxy of Madness), and Eisner Award–winning artist Tula Lotay (Groupies, Barnstormers) discuss the art process of some of the hottest comics out now. From cover design to interior work, the layout, composition, perspective, and style of their art can take the book you’re reading to the next level. Moderated by Barbra Dillon (Fanbase Press). Room 25ABC

6:00 p.m.: My Comics History in 3 Issues—What are the impactful graphic novels/comics issues that shaped your love for graphic literature? Choose your three favorites and join a panel of comics creators, comics professionals, and academics for an interactive discussion of the works that influenced their personal and professional lives, along with picks from the audience. Dr. Matthew Atherton (associate professor of social sciences, CSUSM), Barbra Dillon (editor-in-chief and co-founder, Fanbase Press), Jordan Hart (Ripple Effects), and Joseph Illidge (writer, editorial director, CEO, Illuminous) identify the key moments that shaped their love for the medium. Moderated by Allison Carr (academic transitions librarian, CSUSM). Room 9

FRIDAY

1:00 p.m.: Navigating the 2025 (Comics) Librarian Experience—With budgetary cuts, professional burnout, and never-ending calls for censorship, it’s safe to say that all members of the library community are anxious about what 2025 may hold. Led by Barbra Dillon (editor-in-chief, Fanbase Press), this panel of seasoned library professionals – including Megan Halsband (Physical Collections Services, Library of Congress), Moni Barrette (director of Collection Development & Publisher Relations, Library Pass), Matthew Noe (librarian, Harvard Medical School), Jack Phoenix (collection development manager, Cuyahoga Falls Library), Amie Wright (executive director, Toronto Comic Arts Festival), and Hillary Chang (branch manager, McCully-Moiliili Public Library) – will discuss and troubleshoot current and potential challenges facing the library community. Shiley Special Events Suite, San Diego Central Library

5:00 p.m.: Expect More with AHOY Comics—AHOY Comics has made a name for itself on the comics scene with its acclaimed creators, witty satires, and commitment to bold and risk-taking storytelling with titles like The Toxic Avenger, Babs, Second Coming, Justice Warriors, and Billionaire Island. Join creators Matt Bors (Toxic Avenger, Justice Warriors), Jordan Clark (Ancestral Recall), Tyrone Finch (Deadweights), Melissa F. Olson (Archaic), and Mark Russell (Second Coming, Billionaire Island) and Fanbase Press editor-in-chief Barbra Dillon for this discussion about the future of the publisher that asks its readers to expect more. Room 28DE

6:00 p.m.: 15 Years and Counting: What’s Ahead for Fanbase Press—Fanbase Press is a GLAAD Award-winning and Eisner and Harvey Awards-nominated publisher and media outlet. In celebration of the company’s 15th anniversary, this panel – featuring co-founders Barbra Dillon (editor-in-chief, Fanbase Press) and Bryant Dillon (president, Fanbase Press), creators Jordan Hart (writer, Ripple Effects), Matthew Noe (librarian, Harvard Medical School), Richard Fairgray (writer/artist, Four-Color Heroes), and Shane Portman (writer, Tumble Leaf, Shrub), and moderator Jack Phoenix (collection development manager, Cuyahoga Falls Library) – will discuss Fanbase Press’ most recent and upcoming titles, their plans for the future, and more. Room 28DE

SATURDAY

1:00 p.m.: Next-Gen Nerds – What happens when big nerds raise little nerds? Do powers multiply with each new generation? Professional geek and nerd parents discuss how their nerdy jobs, hobbies, and fandoms inform their parenting and help guide them in raising the next generation of physically and emotionally healthy nerds. Moderated by David Nett (ProgCore Fantasy) and including Fanbase Press President Bryant Dillon. Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

2:30 p.m.: Women on the Dark Side – Whether it’s comic books, novels, film, or art, these women are creating content that connects with the deeper, darker side of all of us. Featuring Madeleine Holly-Rosing (Boston Metaphysical Society, Lady Mechanika), Deborah Daughetee (Kolchak, the Nightstalker; Dark Shadows), Megan Haskell (Last Descendant, Forged in Shadow), and Susan Lee (founder, Women On The Dark Side; Embrace The Chaos). Moderated by Barbra Dillon (editor-in-chief, Fanbase Press). Room 29CD

4:00 p.m.: Creators Assemble: Comics Camaraderie Networking Event – This “speed dating” style networking event is back, with industry insiders, retailers, publishers, and creators, including Alex Antone, Barbra Dillon, Charlie Stickney, Richard Fairgray, Breanna Sarpy, David Avallone, David M. Booher, Gamal Hennessy, Joseph P. Illidge, Jeromy DeChant, Shannon Live, Tony Fleecs, Francis Stokes, Morgan Perry, Sean Von Gorman, Dylan Davison, Gabriel Valentin, Michelle Joy Montrose, Trevor Fernandes-Lenkiewicz, Nikita Kannekanti, Adam Harry Rose, Omar Morales, and Sammuel Sattin. Moderators are librarians and teachers who work with comics, including Matthew Atherton, Annie Fite, Joel Bakker, Joe Barrette, Elias Campos, Sophia Juarez, Valentino Zullo, Kane Lynch, Janie Ghinazzi, Jack Phoenix, Matthew Noe, Jana Tropper, Jenni Powell, Amie Wright, and Moni Barrette. Marina D, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

5:00 p.m.: Dread the Hall H: (Fictional) Comic Convention Horror Stories – Everyone has experienced the joy and anguish of trying to get into their favorite packed panel, and now there’s a new comic celebrating those highs and lows in heightened horrific fashion! Dread the Hall H co-writers Chris Ryall and Jordan Hart, alongside cover artist Maria Wolf, artist Keithan Jones, longtime convention staple Tim Seeley, Power Pulp Comics co-founder Chris Anderson, and others, share spirited convention stories both real and fictional in celebration of both comic conventions in general and their new horror anthology in specific. Best of all, every guest in attendance will get a free one-of-a-kind Dread the Hall H lanyard! Moderated by Barbra Dillon (editor-in-chief, Fanbase Press). Room 23ABC

7:00 p.m.: PANICK Entertainment Spills New Blood: The First Wave of Terror and Beyond – Get nervous, because PANICK is just getting started. Step inside the twisted world of PANICK Entertainment, the breakout indie publisher turning heads and churning stomachs with a bold new vision for genre comics. Be the first to witness what’s lurking in the shadows: a monstrous new collaboration from actor/creator David Dastmalchian (Late Night with the Devil, Count Crowley) and writer Leah Kilpatrick (Headless Horseman, DC Horror), plus the reveal of a top-secret new project from Eisner Award winner Rodney Barnes (Killadelphia, Winning Time)—making its debut right here. They will join PANICK CEO/publisher Kris Longo (DC Comics, Heavy Metal), T.A.M.A. creator and head of studio Adam Schlagman (EP, Shazam!), and Black Diamond creator Brendan Columbus for an unfiltered look at how they’re building a creator-first home where horror, sci-fi, and the strange all collide. Expect major reveals. Killer sneak peeks. And enough dread to keep you up at night. Moderated by Barbra Dillon (editor-in-chief, Fanbase Press). Room 25ABC

SUNDAY

10:30 a.m.: Bloomsbury: Introducing Marvel Age of Comics—The first authors to contribute to Bloomsbury Academic’s new collaboration with Marvel will dig into the specifics of how each approached their subject with moderator Barbra Dillon (co-founder and editor-in-chief of Fanbase Press). Chris Ryall will preview his examination of the Daredevil: Born Again books and how they forever changed the ways superheroes and their secret identities have functioned. Paul Cornell will focus on The Mighty Avengers as icons of the 1970s. Ytasha L. Womack will explore the reimagining of one of the most popular superhero characters as Afrofuturist and Latinx in her upcoming Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Stuart Moore will tell the story of Doctor Strange, one of Marvel’s most bizarre, otherworldly heroes, discussed against the turbulent backdrop of the 1960s. Room 23ABC

3:00 p.m.: What Are Comic Book Editors Looking For?—David Avallone (Elvira, Drawing Blood) and Rylend Grant (Banjax), co-hosts of the award-winning Writers Block podcast, are joined by Heather Antos (group editor, IDW), Joseph Rybandt (executive editor, Dynamite), and Barbra Dillon (editor-in-chief, Fanbase Press) to give much-needed insight into comic book publishing today, and answer the title question. Room 24ABC

Fanbase Press’ Creator Signing Schedule

Wednesday, July 23, through Sunday, July 27
– Writer Bryant Dillon (Something Animal, Identity Thief)

Wednesday, July 23
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.: Don Aguillo (cover artist, The Sequels)

Thursday, July 24
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.: Jordan Hart (creator/writer/colorist, Ripple Effects)

Friday, July 25
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Jordan Hart (creator/writer/colorist, Ripple Effects)

Saturday, July 26
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Desirée Proctor (co-writer, Nuclear Power)
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.: Emma Steinkellner (artist, Quince)

Fanbase Press’ Convention Coverage

Fanbase Press’ staff will be conducting interviews and covering panels and events throughout the weekend. Be sure to follow Fanbase Press’ Facebook, Bluesky (@fanbasepress.bsky.social‬), Twitter (@Fanbase_Press), and Instagram (@fanbasepress) with the hashtag #FPSDCC to stay up to date on our SDCC updates!

More Amazing Exhibitors and Panelists to See!

• Writer Charlie Stickney and White Ash Comics will be back at booth 2202 in the Independent Press Pavilion. This year they are really excited to announce that – in addition to their silver foil SDCC exclusive version of the White Ash Annual – they will be hosting a slew of talented artists who worked on the annual (and other books) for scheduled signing, including: Mick Beyers, Amy Chase, Steve Canon, Andrea Dailey, Francine Delgado, Conor Hughes, Jason Muhr, and Tina Richie.
• Indie creator and past Inkpot Award recipient Randy Reynaldo will be at Small Press Booth K1, under his WCG Comics imprint. The 26th issue of his long-running, globetrotting detective/spy series, Rob Hanes Adventures, which sends Rob into space, will debut at the show. He’ll also have all back issues, trade collections, original art, prints and sketches for sale. 
• Half Evil Comics will be officially announcing its Evel Knievel book at the “EVEL KNIEVEL Makes the Death-Defying Leap into Comics!” panel on Friday at 7 p.m. in the Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. Plus, be sure to join WRITERS BLOCK co-hosts Rylend Grant and David Avallone for the annual WRITERS BLOCK meetup at the Bayfront Hilton Friday night at 9 p.m.
• Robert Roach/Black Inc! Imprints (along with Hiroshi Kanatani) will be at Booth 2304 in the Independents Pavilion with nearly every kind of story or art (and apparel) – everything from kaiju through noir through ancient warriors. Plus, they will have an exclusive “sword & soul” sneak peek for Ithuriel!
• Writer/producer Craig Miller will be at Small Press Table K-13, selling (and signing) copies of his books, Star Wars Memories and More Movie Memories.  He will have some Star Wars collectible items for sale, too, like embroidered crew patches and stickers and an assortment of other things to fill out the table. He will also be hosting a talk/slide show on Friday at noon (“Star Wars and More Movie Memories”) and another on Thursday at 2:00 p.m. (“Nightmare Notes”) about the oddest, most left-field notes they’ve ever gotten on their scripts.   
• Boston Metaphysical Society will be back in Small Press (L-03) with the special edition hardbacks of Vol. 1 and 2 which feature exclusive pin-up art and bonus stories.
• Broken Oar Comics will be at Small Press Table Q-05 with their brand-new, all-ages hardcover graphic novel, MISFIT ISLAND. Creators Nicholas Doan, Sara Silver, and Bobby Timony will all be on hand to sign books!
• 1First Comics will be at Booth 2001 with Jared Sams (writer/artist/creator of Space Negro), Ken F. Levin (executive producer of Preacher, The Boys), John and Matt Yuan, and many others for the entire con!
• Writer Steven Prince will be at Small Press table M-03 (under the 2510 Press). They will have all-things Monster Matador, and Jesus “El Kartun” Pedroza will be signing copies of his Monstradores Variant cover on Thursday and Friday. 
• Arthur N. Ebuen (Studio 12-7) will be in Artists’ Alley EE-11, at the tables against the Hall H wall. He’ll have the full miniseries of ©alifornia, Inc. with limited quantities of variants. Arthur will also be releasing the limited edition (55 prints) full-sized Pac-Man prints, artwork originally created for the 45th Anniversary Exhibit Journey Through the Maze.

On behalf of everyone at Fanbase Press, we look forward to seeing you in San Diego next week!