Author: Beam Me Up Scotty

Comic Book News

Jason Latour’s Short Comics Collected in Super Ego This May

On Mar 01, 2026 12:00 pm, by Beam Me Up Scotty

Jason Latour’s short comics work is getting collected into Super Ego: The Short Comics of Jason Latour, hitting shelves May 6th, 2026 from Image Comics. Latour co-created Spider-Gwen for Marvel and Southern Bastards with Jason Aaron. This collection pulls together his solo work that blends satire, superheroes, and slice-of-life storytelling. The trade paperback drops at comic shops on May 6th and hits bookstores on June 2nd. Digital versions available on Kindle, Apple Books, Google Play, and Omnibus.

Conventions

March 1st Brings Collectorfest to Bradenton

On Feb 28, 2026 12:00 pm, by Beam Me Up Scotty

Bradenton Area Collectorfest 2026 is happening Sunday, March 1st from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 600 US-41 in Palmetto, Florida. This one-day show features over 7,000 square feet of toys, games, comics, die-cast, and collectibles. Early bird tickets are $15 for entry from 9:00 AM to noon, afternoon tickets are $10 for entry after noon. Kids under 12 get free Hot Wheels or Pokémon cards. Parking is free.

Conventions

Beyond Comicon Returns to North Miami Beach

On Feb 27, 2026 12:00 pm, by Beam Me Up Scotty

Beyond Comicon is happening Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Marjorie & William McDonald Center in North Miami Beach. Tickets are only $5. This is North Miami Beach’s comic, fashion, and creator convention focused on independent creators. You can meet comic book artists, fashion designers, filmmakers, and authors. Panels cover creating and publishing, cosplay is encouraged with a contest, and vendors sell unique items made by independent artists.

Events

Orlando Festival Park Hosts Panda Fest

On Feb 24, 2026 12:00 pm, by Beam Me Up Scotty

Panda Fest Orlando is happening February 27-March 1, 2026 at Festival Park, 2911 E Robinson St in Orlando. This outdoor Asian food festival features 80+ Asian food vendors, over 200 Asian street food options, 20+ merchandise vendors, and cultural performances. Early bird tickets are $10, general admission is $14, and VIP is $35. Friday runs 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, Saturday goes 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and Sunday wraps up 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.