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2012 Hero: The Beguiling

Nominated for: supporting independent graphic arts for 25 years.

By Chris Riddell • Illustration by Brian McLachlanDec. 12th, 8:45 am

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I Want Your Job: Peter Birkemoe, Owner of the Beguiling

On the journey from mere comics geek to bona fide comics king.

By Kelli Korducki • Photos by Lodoe-Laura Haines-WangdaNov. 2nd, 9:00 am

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Love Amongst the Jawas

Why this year's Fan Expo was surprisingly romantic.

By Chris Dart Aug. 27th, 1:30 pm

Psychosis and Stigma, in Graphic Detail

A Toronto artist's graphic novel chronicles her time in a local schizophrenia ward.

By Desmond Cole Jul. 26th, 2:30 pm

Nerds, Rejoice: The Toronto Comic Arts Festival is Here

If you've always wondered but never been, here's your introduction to the annual indie comics fest.

By Matt Demers (Guest Contributor) May. 4th, 1:30 pm

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Silver Snail Gets a New Home

Silver Snail comics, a long-time Queen Street fixture, has found a new home in a new neighbourhood.

By Matt Demers (Guest Contributor) • Photos by Lodoe-Laura Haines-WangdaApr. 11th, 1:00 pm

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Comic Lovers Get a Clubhouse

There were no surly, Simpsons-esque Comic Book Guys to be found at the opening of the Comic Book Lounge & Gallery.

By Chris Dart • Photos by Dean BradleyMar. 26th, 1:30 pm

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The End is Nigh for Dragon Lady Comics

A beloved comic-book store is closing after almost 34 years in business.

By Laura Godfrey • Photo by Tony MakepeaceJan. 5th, 11:30 am

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Wild Toronto, Collector’s Edition

From our archives, the wild and wonderful comic series by Rosemary Mosco, in its entirety.

By Torontoist Dec. 7th, 11:30 am

Audiences “Woah Woah” as Toronto Draws Tintin

In ink or in pixels, on the sea or in the air, as a lady or as an elder, this exhibit shows there are endless ways to represent the beloved comic character.

By Zack Kotzer Nov. 4th, 3:05 pm

IFOA 2011: Daniel Clowes and the Merits of Quietude

The International Festival of Authors is in full swing, and Friday night, Daniel Clowes was crowned King of the Comic Nerds.

By Laura Godfrey Oct. 24th, 3:09 pm

Canzine 2011: Bigger and Bolder

Toronto's most zinerific event returns with a to-the-death piracy challenge, trashy art rooms, and a mini Toronto Underground Market.

By Bronwyn Kienapple Oct. 20th, 9:30 am

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Beguiling the Children

Comics shop The Beguiling has opened an offshoot, called Little Island Comics, just for kids.

By Matt Demers (Guest Contributor) Sep. 7th, 12:00 pm

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A Fan Expo Debriefing

Fan Expo is the largest sci-fi/horror/anime/gaming/comics convention in Canada. Torontoist sent Christopher Bird to it, because nerds are his people.

By Christopher Bird Sep. 1st, 9:00 am

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Seven Things to Do at Fan Expo

... that have nothing to do with this photo of a bunch of Japanese anime girl mousepads where the wrist protectors are their breasts

By Christopher Bird • Photo by Christopher BirdAug. 24th, 12:30 pm

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The Urbanaut: New Rocket Inspection

By Rey Ortega Jul. 21st, 1:45 pm

The Urbanaut: Explosive Upgrades

By Rey Ortega Jul. 7th, 1:00 pm

Chester Brown’s Writing About Sex and Paying for It

By Matt Demers (Guest Contributor) Jun. 28th, 9:00 am

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