Posted by: Andrew on: November 17, 2012
In store Saturday, 24 November 2012 at 1pm Join us next Saturday to launch creator Brandon James Scott’s debut book series featuring the characters of the hit show Justin Time (on Disney Junior in Canada)! Brandon will be here to sign copies of Justin Time: Panckake Express, and will be doing a reading from Little Island’s legendary [...]
Posted by: Andrew on: November 13, 2012
In store: J Torres & J. Lum Sunday, 2 December 2012 at 2pm We’re delighted to announce the launch of a lovely new series of black-and-white board books created by comics veterans J Torres and Jennifer Lum. The Checkers and Dot books present high-contrast patterns and rhyming text that’s perfect for little eyes and ears. [...]
Posted by: Andrew on: November 4, 2012
In Store: Frank Viva Saturday, 1 December 2012, 2pm-3pm We’re excited to announce Frank Viva’s appearance for his new book A Trip to the Bottom of the World with Mouse! Part of the stellar Toon Books line, A Trip to the Bottom of the World with Mouse is great for beginning readers or to [...]
Posted by: Andrew on: October 21, 2012
In Store: Anouk Ricard Tuesday, 13 November 2012, 5:30 – 7 pm Please join us on Tuesday, November 13th, when we’ll welcome French comics creator Anouk Ricard! She’ll be meeting her fans and signing copies of her books for both kids and adults, in English and in French. From Drawn & Quarterly: Anna & Froga: [...]
Posted by: Andrew on: September 13, 2012
We regret that we have had to cancel the Thursday after-school comix class. We’re looking to book some more classes in the future, and we hope that you’ll keep checking out our site for details! Are you a kids who’s at least nine years old? Do you want to learn all about making [...]
Posted by: admin on: August 24, 2012
“I am a self-taught raving maniac—but not as crazy as Tomi. He was disarming and funny and not respectable at all. And he influenced everybody; there may not have been Where The Wild Things Are without Tomi Ungerer.” – Maurice Sendak Special Appearance and Book Signing with Tomi Ungerer September 8th, 2pm at Little Island [...]
Posted by: Andrew on: August 17, 2012
The folks over at Kids Can Press have got some amazing Canadian kids comics coming out in August and September, and so we’re throwing a party! Actually, we’re throwing four parties! Join us Sundays from August 26th through September 23rd and celebrate amazing these amazing books. Sunday, August 26th, 4:00pm: Meet Faith Erin Hicks and J [...]
Posted by: Andrew on: July 30, 2012
Since everyone’s been loving Britt Wilson’s Thursday Comix Classes throughout July, she’s been gracious enough to offer some more sessions for August! They start THIS THURSDAY, so email (mail@littleislandcomics.com) or phone (416 901 7489) as soon as possible to reserve a place!
Posted by: Andrew on: July 13, 2012
Hey everyone! Little Island Comics and The Beguiling are teaming up to throw a kick-butt ADVENTURE TIME event on Wednesday, July 25th, and you’re all invited! There will be signings by the creators of the ADVENTURE TIME comics, a kids costume contest, and more! It’s gonna be mathematical… TO THE MATH! SPECIAL GUESTS! From New [...]
Posted by: Andrew on: June 27, 2012
We’re happy to announce a series of four kids’ comics workshops for the month of July! Space in these workshops is limited, so please sign up in order to make sure you get a spot! Here are all the details: Dazzle your friends with your Comics Skills, AND get 2 hours away from your folks! [...]