New CBC Programming at Flame Con 2026
The CBC Graphic Novel Committee is thrilled to announce that we are going to Flame Con in NYC this year! We have an exciting panel to showcase, so we hope to see you there. More details below.
Creep it Real: Stories for the Brave
DATE & TIME: Sunday, August 16, 2:15 – 3:15 pm ET
WHERE: Panel E, Marriott Marquis Times Square
Calling all brave young readers, families, and horror fans! Let’s explore the spine-tingling world of YA and middle-grade graphic novels. From building thrills and suspense to crafting the perfect monster, creators share how they hook young readers with age-appropriate scares and empower them to face their fears. Join us if you dare!
MODERATOR
- Simón Estrada — Otto Normal’s Monsterton (Andrews McMeel)
PANELISTS
- Corinne Halbert — Scorpio Venus Rising (Silver Sprocket)
- Mina Elwell — Undercover Monster (Mad Cave Studios / Papercutz)
- Taylor Grothe — Hollow (Peachtree / Peachtree Teen)
Post-Panel Book Signing in the signing table corner from 3:00-4:10 pm
The GN Committee wishes to thank our new friends at Flame Con & Geek Out, the fabulous book creators and their publishers, and our awesome moderator, Simón Estrada, for working with us to create this panel.
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