Saturday June 18th I’ll be signing books at the First Second booth (#212/213) at 3PM. See you there! https://www.torontocomics.com
New Interview on School Library Journal's Good Comics For Kids blog!
I got to do an in-depth interview for the Good Comics For Kids blog and spoke in detail about Uniquely Japan and my Japan faves and a bit about my next Kitty Sweet Tooth book too! Check it out!
Sunday June 5th 2PM - Hey Kids Comics! in Brooklyn
My next event is on Sunday June 5th 2PM - Hey Kids Comics! 157 Huron Street
Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY!
June 25th 11AM - Signing at ALA!
On June 25th at 11AM-12PM I’ll be at the ALA Annual Conference signing at the Tuttle Publishing booth #2115! Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC
June 11th at 12PM - Great Neck Library Summer Kickoff event!
I’ll be participating in the Summer Kickoff Author Extravaganza at Great Neck Library!
Join graphic novelists John Patrick Green, Matthew Loux, Dave Roman, and Abby Denson for this fun and educational event. They will share fascinating details about their stories and how they make their comics! The authors will also answer audience questions and play an interactive drawing game, sure to delight aspiring comic artists.
The Summer Kickoff is for tweens in grades 3 and up (ages 8 and older) and teens in grades 8 and up (ages 13 and older).
Advanced registration is required for this outdoor, in person event. Walk-ins are welcome, as space allows.
Registration will begin on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at 9:30 AM
Event page here: http://www.eventkeeper.com/mars/xpages/xp_newpopevent.cfm?zeeOrg=GNL&EventID=6873401&sw=1920
Great Neck Library Main Building
159 Bayview Avenue
Great Neck, New York, 11023
Appearance on Midnight Mass Podcast!
I’m SO thrilled to be a guest on Midnight Mass Podcast! We had a great time discussing the films of Dario Argento and how his work influenced my creative journey, even leading me to meet the brilliant artist, Utomaru, who went on to illustrate the Kitty Sweet Tooth books!
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1796691/10590336-episode-35-idol-worship-dario-argento
Sunday May 15th, 2022 8 PM EST - Extra Credit Zoom Online Book Club!
Sunday May 15th, 2022 8 PM EST I’ll join the Extra Credit Zoom Online Book Club hosted by Michelle Leung
Gaithersberg Book Festival May 21st!
I’m excited to participate in the Gaithersburg Book Festival on May 21st! I’ll be on a panel with John Green and John Gallagher, moderated by Dave Roman from 12:15PM-1:05 PM at the Willa Cather Pavilion in GAITHERSBURG'S BOHRER PARK 506 S FREDERICK AVENUE, GAITHERSBURG, MD 20877
Tuesday May 10th 7PM EST - Talk on Uniquely Japan hosted by Bronxville Library
On Tuesday May 10th 2022 7PM EST I’ll be doing a free online talk on Uniquely Japan hosted by Bronxville Public Library. Register here!
Uniquely Japan out now!
My new book Uniquely Japan is out now from Tuttle Publishing! And it’s getting lovely reviews! Check these out from UK Anime Network and Stars and Stripes!
“An energetic and genuinely enthusiastic look at Japanese culture for a younger audience.” - UK Anime Network
“As a newbie to Japan, this book really did help me learn more about the culture and give me ideas of places and things I want to see during my time here.” - Stars and Stripes
Women of Marvel collection!
Marvel fans: This new Women of Marvel collection includes a story of mine reprinted from Girl Comics. Available in comic shops (and online book retailers) now!
Interview about Uniquely Japan!
UNIQUELY JAPAN - out on April 5th - pre-order now!
My next book, UNIQUELY JAPAN, is now available for pre-order! Out on April 5th, this colorful hardcover book covers various Japanese cultural topics and includes my sketches, photos, and notes. A fun way to learn and makes a great gift!
My Recommendations for Best Cat-themed Manga and Graphic Novels!
I created a list at Shepherd for the best cat-themed manga and graphic novels. See my picks and why I chose them! Check it out here.
Video Interview with Kinokuniya!
I stopped by Kinokuniya NY to sign copies of Kitty Sweet Tooth, (get them while supplies last!) and also did an interview for their YouTube channel. Link here! Thanks to Robyn Chapman for being a fabulous interviewer and editor! I’m thrilled to be hosted by one of my very favorite book stores!
Event! Free Online Talk with John Patrick Green and Remy Lai! Oct. 2nd 10AM EST
For my next free virtual book event, I'll be joining authors John Patrick Green and Remy Lai to discuss making comics for young readers! Hosted by An Unlikely Story on Saturday 10/2 10AM EST. RSVP here!
EVENT! FREE ONLINE TALK WITH THE BRYANT LIBRARY AUGUST 24TH 4PM EST!
I’ll be doing a free online talk with The Bryant Library on August 24th. 4PM EST. Click here to register!
Event! Online talk with Great Neck Library August 2nd 7pm EST!
My next online book talk will be hosted by Great Neck Library on August 2nd! RSVP here!
In-person signing at Candy Rox June 26th!
Now that I'm fully vaccinated and things are opening more, I'm happy to announce my first in-person signing for Kitty Sweet Tooth! I'll be signing in front of the awesome Bronxville, NY candy store CANDY ROX! See you there!
EVENT! May 23rd 4PM PST Cartoon Art Museum Online talk
On 5/23 at 4 PM PST Utomaru and I will be hosted by Cartoon Art Museum for a fun online talk. This will be Utomaru’s first US talk about Kitty Sweet Tooth! RSVP here!