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CHISME DE LA SEMANA: Santa Monica Comics Company Coming Soon!!

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ON MY RADAR:  Gaya by AWA Studios & Futurific Welcome to Protopias, the new science-fiction anthology series from Futurific Studios (PBS’s A Brief History of the Future) and AWA that explores the many possible futures that can come to pass as we try to make the right choices in imperfect realities. https://bit.ly/4nu5v8J   

BOOK REVIEW:  Chef’s Kiss by Jarrett Melendez Illustrated by Danica Brine, Colorist Hank Jones and lettered by Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou @jamarmel @kari_drawz  

EN LA LIBRERIA: Noir is the New Black Vol 2 - Even More exciting Noir Stories from Black Creators!http://kck.st/3VDirwL
JUNTOS Y FUERTES: All Negro Comics Americas First Black Comic Book TP, Book 1, Image Comics   http://bit.ly/4mYwZ5u

SALUDOS: Los Angeles Comic Con 2025 and all the creatives attending the convention.

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CHISME DE LA SEMANA: DC Comics has cancelled the “Red Hood” book series.  Chisme about author Gretchen Felker-Marti.

ON MY RADAR:  Witchcraft by Sole Otero translated by Andrea Rosenberg

Three mysterious sisters, dancing at the knife's edge of benevolent and malevolent, lie at the heart of Witchcraft — a maelstrom swirling together horror and comedy, magic and religion, colonialism and indigenous folklore. 

BOOK REVIEW:  Episode 263: Blue Beetle: Graduation Day by Josh Trujillo Illustrated by Adrián Gutiérrez 

@losthiskeysman @adriangutierrezart

EN LA LIBRERIA: Sci-Fi Worlds of Juan Giménez Graphic Novel Box Set Four incredible sci-fi graphic novels illustrated by legendary artist Juan Giménez in a special slipcase box set!  https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/alienbooks/sci-fi-worlds-of-juan-gimenez-graphic-novel-box-set

JUNTOS Y FUERTES:  Annual Día de los Muertos Celebration and Workshops -Self Help Graphics

The 52nd Annual Día de los Muertos Celebration will take place Saturday November 1, 2025 from 3 pm-8 pm at the East LA Civic Center (4801 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90022). In addition, SHG will host a series of free community art workshops every Saturday in October 2025 from 12-3 PM. The first workshop (October 4) will take place at In The Making (4024 E Cesar E Chavez Ave, Los Angeles, CA), followed by three sessions (October 11, 18, 25) at the East Los Angeles County Library (4837 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90022).  @shg1970

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SALUDOS:  Ambrose Quintanilla   @InYourFaceStudios   

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CHISME DE LA SEMANA:  Barrio Logan location of Border X Brewery permanently closed.  

ON MY RADAR:  Ignition Press releases Murder Podcast. W: Jeremy Hahn A: Mike Tisserand. First issue out Sept. 10th! ignitionpress.com @ignitionpress

BOOK REVIEW:  Lucha Forever (available for free on Hoopla) W: John Aviña A: Mozart Eros C: Julio Santos L: Spacely X 

www.avinacomics.com @avinacomicsGuillermo Diaz is a struggling actor and father. Having moved his family from Mexico to Chicago, Guillermo is unable to provide the life he promised. Suddenly the role of a life time becomes available but with it an alien invasion and powers beyond his imagination.

www.comickerpress.com  www.avinacomics.com www.hoopla.com 

EN LA LIBRERIA:  HOW TO TOUCH GRASS is a comics anthology about connection, isolation, and accessibility, all through the lens of the goofy command to "touch grass," balancing humor with sincerity. http://kck.st/47bkVJN

 How to Touch Grass published by Power & Magic Press, an indie comics publisher in Portland, OR. Their mission is the creative and economic empowerment of queer creators, BIPOC creators, and creators at the intersections. The driving force behind P&M Press is Joamette Gil, a queer Afro-Cuban cartoonist, and editor of all the award-winning(-and-nominated) titles at P&MP. 

To learn more, visit us at powerandmagicpress.com.- 

JUNTOS Y FUERTES:  Comics Plus Home - Comics Plus® — Powered by LibraryPass™

SALUDOS:  In The Lab Podcast by Mark C. Dudley on YouTube In The Lab Ep1: With Christie Shinn on Bullying

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CHISME DE LA SEMANA:  Chisme about My Primos Podcast accounts getting hacked! 

ON MY RADAR:  IDW Publishing readies The Twilight Zone comic series in September.  First issue out Sept. 24th!

BOOK REVIEW:  Weirdo, by Tony Weaver Jr. (Author), Jes Wibowo (Illustrator), Cin Wibowo (Illustrator) 

EN LA LIBRERIA:   The Childless: a 120 page Comic Book Anthology - A graphic novel set in a dystopian world where children of separated parents are sacrificed in the name of family values.  http://kck.st/3HEhil8  

JUNTOS Y FUERTES:  Nerds for Literacy - LET'S GET KIDS SOME BOOKS!  For Back to School Season, I’m asking the nerd community to help me give books to kids who need them in schools across the country.  Nerds know more than anyone else how life-changing books can be. Whether it's manga, comics, a sci-fi novel, or even a Dungeons and Dragons Manual, we all have a book that helped us become who we are.  Please make a monetary donation so the next generation can have that opportunity.    https://donorbox.org/nerds-for-literacy  @tonyweaverjr

SALUDOS:  @myprimosproductions  -  Yes! My Primos Podcast is taking back their name and rebuilding their social media!  Help them rebuild and follow them on all social media @myprimosproductions   

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CHISME DE LA SEMANA: ¡Chisme!  17 Comics Artists Sue Cadence Comic Art Over Allegations Of Fraud!

ON MY RADAR:  Fantastic Four: Life Story (2021-Present)

BOOK REVIEW:  Death to Pachuco Writer Henry Barajas Artists Rachel Merrill & Lee Loughridge @henryjbarajas

JUNTOS Y FUERTES:  2025 Hola Mexico Film Festival Guide www.holamexicoff.com  

Join us as we kick off the 17th edition of the Hola Mexico Film Festival with a spectacular Opening Night premiere at the historic Montalbán Theater. From bold new voices to acclaimed directors redefining storytelling, celebrate the start of nine days showcasing the very best in Mexican cinema.  @holamexicoff

SALUDOS:  Beerthug Brewing Co. & Boulevard Gastropub preparing to open a brewery on Main St and Alondra Blvd. @beerthugbrewpub @boulevardgastropub

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CHISME DE LA SEMANA:  Valiant's new Bloodshot #1 is under fire online for a panel depicting what is seen as thinly veiled transphobic dialogue.

ON MY RADAR:  Eyes of Wakanda streaming on Disney+ & KPop Demon Hunters streaming on Netflix.  It Killed Everyone But Me by Ryan Parrott

HORA DE LA CERVECITA:  KBS Hazelnut Fudge by Founders Brewing Co.

BOOK REVIEW:  BEYONDTOPIA LEGENDS - Tales from the Mystic Verse

by Bryan Valenza (Author), Henry Barajas (Author), Sami Basri (Artist), Garrie Gastonny (Artist) @beyondtopia

EN LA LIBRERIA:   We Will Survive: FairSquare Graphics 2025 rebirth!  After being abused by our distributor, we have to reprint ALL our titles to carry on. Will you help us doing so? @fairsquaregraphics     http://kck.st/45AHlll  

JUNTOS Y FUERTES: LA County Library’s Hispanic Heritage Month Events

Join Hispanic Heritage Month events in LA County with LA County Library’s special programs, activities, and booklists. Explore curated reading lists that highlight Hispanic American culture and history—featuring titles for kids, teens, and adults. Enjoy family-friendly activities such as book clubs, craft-making workshops, and many other cultural events.

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SALUDOS: Dalton bartender at Sheraton San Diego Resort at Sunglow Cabana Bar.

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Welcome to another episode of Las Platicas, a show hosted by Comadres y Comics, where we meet with creators and friends to talk about upcoming projects, events and all around awesome news in the Latinx comic community. Today we’re excited to welcome two powerhouse voices in storytelling who are coming together for a truly groundbreaking comics project.

First up is Frederick Luis Aldama, aka Professor Latinx — Eisner Award-winning scholar, author, and editor who’s dedicated his career to celebrating and expanding Latinx representation in comics. As the founder of Latinographix, Frederick has helped launch dozens of voices into the comics world, always pushing for narratives that reflect the vibrancy, complexity, and resilience of our communities. @professorlatinx

Joining him is Angela M. Sánchez, a brilliant Mexican American writer that specializes in writing action-adventure stories soaked in magic that center on themes of found family and changing the odds. Her stories have explored such topics as housing insecurity, resilience, and identity, and her writing has appeared in everything from children's books to animated storytelling.

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Together, they’re co-editors of the upcoming anthology From Cocinas to Lucha Libre Ringsides, a collection of Latinx comics stories that spans everyday life and high-flying imagination — from kitchens and corner stores to wrestling rings and other dreamscapes.

We’re diving into the power of authentic storytelling, the importance of community-rooted narratives, and why comics continue to be one of the most vital cultural spaces we have.

Hello and welcome to our SDCC 2025 panel, Building Authenticity and Changing Culture with Comics. Today’s panel brings together creators who are using comics to challenge stereotypes, center marginalized voices, and inspire cultural change. Through personal storytelling, historical narratives, and bold new characters, these panelists show how authenticity on the page can lead to real impact off the page. Join us for a conversation about identity, representation, and the power of comics to transform culture. With us today are: Henry Barajas is an acclaimed writer and storyteller whose work has centered on cultural and political histories. His graphic memoir La Voz de M.A.Y.O. Tata Rambo honors his grandfather’s pivotal role in Indigenous activism and community empowerment in Tucson, Arizona. He is also the author of the graphic biography Historias de Resistencia: Dolores Huerta, which brings the legacy of the legendary labor leader to life through a vivid, accessible medium.Henry’s other notable work includes Death to Pachuco, a bold exploration of Chicano identity and culture. In 2022, he made history as the first Latino writer of the long-running daily comic strip Gil Thorp, where he brings contemporary social issues and diverse representation to a new generation of readers. Through all his projects, Henry remains committed to telling stories that empower communities and reshape the cultural narrative. @henryjbarajas
Cecilia Lim is a co-founder of Kwento Comics, the first all-women, all-Filipina comic book company in the United States. Through projects like The Mask of Haliya and other Filipina superhero stories, Cecilia works to center Filipino mythology and cultural heritage within the comic book landscape. Her mission is to amplify Filipina voices and redefine the superhero genre by showcasing powerful, complex Filipina characters that break away from Western norms. Cecilia’s work is a celebration of cultural identity and empowerment, expanding representation for Filipino communities both in the U.S. and globally. @kwentocomics

Omar Morales is the creator of Major Thomás, a science fiction comic that blends Latino culture with thrilling genre storytelling. Omar’s work uniquely fuses cultural authenticity with expansive worldbuilding, transporting Latino narratives beyond traditional settings and into the realms of space and fantasy. His stories challenge stereotypes by placing Latino identities at the center of high-concept sci-fi adventures. With dynamic art and layered storytelling, Omar invites readers to envision futures where Latino culture thrives and evolves in new, imaginative ways. @omorales81

Sonya Saturday is a cartoonist and satirist known for her candid, humorous, and often poignant comics, including The Greatest Thing You’ve Ever Seen in Your Life. She tackles themes of identity, queerness, subculture, and personal vulnerability with unflinching honesty and sharp wit. Sonya’s storytelling blends raw emotional truths with biting humor, creating work that breaks down cultural taboos and reclaims space for messy, imperfect human experiences. Her comics invite readers to embrace complexity and find humor in life’s awkward moments. @sonyasaturdayart

Asia Simone is an artist who brings vibrant energy and thoughtful representation to beloved franchises like Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Wreck and Roll! and Adventure Time. With a background in both indie and mainstream comics, Asia expertly infuses her own cultural perspective and authentic voice into worlds that fans already love. Her work pushes the boundaries of traditional narratives by creating space for diverse characters and stories, helping to reshape the culture of comics toward greater inclusivity and creative freedom. @asia_simone405

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CHISME DE LA SEMANA: Tiny Chef Heading to SDCC 2025! Panel: Sat, July 26: 6:45-7:45 @ Indigo Ballroom Signing: Sat, July 26: 2:30-3:30 @ Sails Pavillion www.tinychefshow.com tiktok: @thetinychefshow IG: @thetinychefshow X: @thetinychefshow

ON MY RADAR:  Dread the Hall H Anthology #1-Chris Ryall & Jordan Hart: extra-length anthology filled with con-related horror stories! Published by Image Comics. Cover Price: $6.99 @imagecomics @Chris_Ryall @jordyjordith 

HORA DE LA CERVECITA:  Anything For Dolores Wheat Beer from Brewjeria & Dolores Huerta Foundation.  Wheat beer made with mango and pineapple. ABV: 5.8% Can art by Lalo Alcaraz@brewjeriacompany @doloreshuertafd  @laloalcaraz1BOOK REVIEW:  I Have An Inkling Vol 1 & Vol 2 by: Eliamaría Madrid Illustrator & Cartoonist

www.SpicedEliastrations.com IG: @spicedeliastrations 

EN LA LIBRERIA: Our Dynamic - A Mature Gay Romance Comic- A sensual gay erotic romance comic exploring the simmering tension and budding relationship between a confident stud and an older man. http://kck.st/3TQbyqV

JUNTOS Y FUERTES: Comic Shop Map: With the Comic Shop Map™, you can explore thousands of fan-loved shops across the globe, both big and small, because adventure starts with a great store! www.comicshopmap.com 

SALUDOS: Lalo Alcaraz- Lalo Alcaraz is an American cartoonist most known for being the author of the comic La Cucaracha, the first nationally syndicated, politically themed Latino daily comic strip. Launched in 2002, La Cucaracha has become one of the most controversial in the history of American comic strips. www.laloalcaraz.com  @laloalcaraz1 

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Welcome to another episode of Las Platicas, a show hosted by Comadres y Comics, where we meet with creators and friends to talk about upcoming projects, events and all around awesome news in the comic community. Today we’re once again joined by Javier Hernandez, a pioneering indie cartoonist and one of the leading voices in Latino comics for more than three decades. Best known as the creator of El Muerto: The Aztec Zombie, Javier’s work is a powerful blend of Mexican folklore, myth, and modern life. 

But Javier’s impact goes far beyond the page. As a co-founder of the Latino Comics Expo, the nation’s first convention dedicated to spotlighting Latino comic creators, he’s helped build a vital platform for diverse voices, championing independent storytelling and community connection.

Now, he’s bringing us his latest project, Man from Mictlan, a new comic that journeys into the mysteries of life, death, and the underworld—all told through his unmistakable artistic style. He’s here to share more about this current Kickstarter campaign (already fully funded), his creative process, and why these stories matter so much right now.

X: @javierhernandez IG: @javierloscomex YT: loscomextv www.loscomex.storenvy.com 

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