PCM Weekly Roundup #96
Summary (4/22/2026)
🖋️IN SHORT: Quiet/Lock-in day this Wednesday. Anthology check-in #1 ongoing. Final Boss hosting artists/comic makers for Free Comic Book Day May 2. International Kodansha comic contest submissions are open until Jul.
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🌩️Eye of the Storm Anthology 1st and 2nd check-ins
The first check-in was Apr 22. Participants should have received an email where you can submit your thumbnails, so double-check your spam folders. The next check-in is Jun 24, where we’ll be checking that your linework is more or less done.
🤐Quiet/Lock-in days
On Apr 29, we will have 40 min of quiet, 20 min of chatter, and 40 min of quiet. We will also have background music playing, so reply to this email (or message in Discord) with music recommendations. No music with lyrics, instrumentals only!
🎉Free Comic Book Day @ Final Boss
On May 2, Final Boss’ Floyd and Griffin, in addition to having special sales, are hosting a mini “artist alley” in their parking lot. We have a list of everyone who expressed interest, and we’re figuring out how many tables they are providing and how many we are bringing, so stay tuned!
UPCOMING APPLICATIONS
Trenton Pride Festival
Deadline: Rolling What: Outdoor Pride march and festival. Bring your own table and chairs. Apply: Make $25-50 payment and supply contact info. ($25 will be considered donation, you will receive receipt for taxes). Contact: [email protected] When/Where: May 30; Solidarity March starts outside NJ State House, Festival in Mill Hill Park. Event map here.
Jerry’s Artarama Artist Alley
Deadline: Rolling, ASAP What: Small outdoor arts/crafts market. Bring-Your-Own-Everthing. Apply: Stop by the store or email the manager Contact: [email protected] When/Where: Sat, Jun 6; Jerry's Artarama in Lawrenceville
Princeton Zine Fest (link)
Deadline: ASAP What: Event featuring local zine makers. All experience levels welcome to table Apply: Complete form Contact: 609-924-9529 When/Where: Jun 20; Princeton Public Library's community room
The Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo (MICE)
Deadline: May 15, 11:59 pm What: Hosted by Boston University's School of Visual Art, focusing on independent comics/graphic novels Apply: Visit this page to get started Contact: [email protected] When/Where: Dec 5-6; Fuller Building at Boston University
Kodansha Manga Academy Award - Mangaka Discovery
Deadline: Jul 22, 11:59 JST What: Comic contest held by major manga publisher. Grand prize includes money and an editor; runner ups get professional feedback. Does not have to be manga format. Can submit multiple entries; can submit as a team. Apply: Visit this page and scroll down for the rules and submission form. Contact: [email protected] When/Where: Final results announced Oct 2026
UPCOMING EVENTS
Jerry’s Artarama Artist Alley
Jun 6, Lawrenceville Jerry’s Artarama parking lot.
Capital City AnimeFest
Jun 6, Mercer County Community College, James Kerney Campus. Has limited amount of tickets, so buy in advance.
Trenton Charity Comic Con (TCCC)
Jun 14, Trenton Central High School.
Old Stuff
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