Oni Press, the esteemed comic book and graphic novel publisher known for its numerous Eisner and Harvey Awards, is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated roster of guests, signings, and exclusive offerings for Comic Con International 2023.
From Wednesday, July 19, to Sunday, July 23, attendees can visit Oni Press at Booth #1829 for daily signings by a star-studded cast of special guests. Notable creators scheduled to appear include Nick Cagnetti (PINK LEMONADE), Matt Lesniewski (XINO), LySandra Vuong (COVENANT), and the talented team behind the Eisner Award-nominated sensation CHEF’S KISS: Jarrett Melendez and Danica Brine.
In conjunction with the event, Oni Press is set to unveil over a dozen limited-edition San Diego exclusives tied to both current and upcoming titles. Fans can expect to find exclusive items from popular works such as COVENANT, LAMENTATION, PINK LEMONADE, RICK AND MORTY VS. CTHULHU, SEASON OF THE BRUJA, XINO, and more. These exclusive items are created by an exceptional lineup of talents including Charlie Adlard (THE WALKING DEAD), Nick Cagnetti (PINK LEMONADE), David Aja (HAWKEYE), Maia Kobabe (GENDER QUEER), Maria Wolf Lopez (SABRETOOTH), LySandra Vuong (COVENANT), and others.
Moreover, Oni Press is proud to support the “FIGHT CENSORSHIP, READ COMICS!” Initiative, benefiting the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund (CBLDF). Limited-edition items tied to this initiative will be available, offering fans an opportunity to contribute to a worthy cause.
Attendees can also look forward to exciting giveaways at the Oni Press booth. Making its debut at Comic Con International 2023 is the highly anticipated RICK AND MORTY: THE MANGA SUPER SNEAK PREVIEW, providing an exclusive sneak peek into Rick and Morty’s forthcoming manga-inspired adventure, set to hit stores this fall.
Furthermore, fans can get an early glimpse of Eisner Award-nominated cartoonist Jay Stephen’s highly awaited return to Oni Press with DWELLINGS. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, while supplies last, attendees can obtain three collectible “cut and fold” character masks tied to the release, ahead of its arrival in stores this August.
To catch a glimpse of what lies ahead for Oni Press, be sure not to miss the Oni Press: Counterculture for Comics Culture panel on Thursday, July 20th at 11:00 am in Room 28DE. Publisher Hunter Gorinson and editor-in-chief Sierra Hahn will be joined by an extraordinary lineup of creators, including Nick Cagnetti (Pink Lemonade), Zander Cannon (Kaijumax), Melissa Flores (XINO), LySandra Vuong (Covenant), and the 2023 Eisner award-nominees Jarrett Melendez & Danica Brine (Chef’s Kiss). Together, they will delve into Oni Press’ 25-year legacy of publishing thought-provoking comics while unveiling a multitude of exciting new announcements.
Comic Con International 2023 promises to be an unforgettable event for fans of Oni Press and the comic book community at large. Make sure to mark your calendars and join in on the excitement!
