Take a deep dive into “The Killing Hole,” discover the secret of “The God List,” get a taste of “Blood of the Taken,” and explore the enormous range of horror comics and graphic novels from Storm King Comics when the acclaimed independent publisher appears at San Diego Comic-Con, July 24 to 28.
Every day of San Diego Comic-Con, including “Preview Night,” the Storm King Comics booth (#1935) will host signings, appearances, and opportunities to explore the vast range of horror graphic novels and comics from the minds and hearts of horror legends Sandy King and John Carpenter.
Fans will also have a shot at a free, highly limited, SDCC-exclusive mini-poster that showcases a stunning piece of artwork created by comics artist Trevor Denham for “The Killing Hole,” the newest graphic novel from Storm King’s Dark & Twisted imprint. Only 125 posters will be available; every day during Comic-Con, the first 25 visitors to the Storm King booth will receive a copy of this profoundly nostalgic and evocative image.
Plus, twice a day, every day, visitors to the Storm King Comics booth will have the opportunity to take part in horror trivia. Do you think you know horror … and the work of John Carpenter? Prove your expertise for a chance to win Storm King exclusive merchandise and single issues. (Details and times for trivia will be available at the booth.)
The booth will also feature in-person appearances by comic and graphic novel luminaries, including Steve Niles, Cat Staggs, Amanda Deibert, Frank Tieri, and Neo Edmund. Storm King’s managing editor, Sean Sobczak, and president, Sandy King, will also be present to sign items purchased at the booth.
In addition, Sandy will feature in two SDCC panels that will be can’t-miss experiences for every horror fan:
- The Horror Next Door: Bringing Real-Life Terror to Storm King’s Dark & Twisted – Join Sandy King, comics creators Steve Niles, Cat Staggs, Amanda Deibert, Frank Tieri, and Storm King managing editor Sean Sobczak in a conversation that explores the newest imprint from Storm King and its intense tales of real-world terror—including serial killers, stalkers, and kidnapping. Saturday, 5 p.m., Room 25ABC
- The Future is Fright: The Indie Horror Explosion – A conversation with Sandy King and Scott Chitwood, publisher of Red 5 Comics; Jim Ousley, creator of The Atonement Bell; horror journalist and documentarian Justin Beahm; and Mel Smith, creator of Becoming Frankenstein. Friday, 6 p.m., Room 28DE
“As the overall comics industry goes through a cycle of major change, San Diego Comic-Con shines an incredible spotlight on comics, graphic novels, their creators, and their fans, and with the incredible growth in horror comics, this is really an exciting year for Storm King Comics and our presence in San Diego,” Sandy King said.
The full range of Storm King Comics’ fast-growing library will be on display during San Diego Comic-Con, including new and upcoming titles “The Killing Hole,” “The God List,” and “Blood of the Taken.” Storm King’s booth will be a must-see for every horror fan visiting the annual pop-culture extravaganza.
The complete signing schedule is below:
Thursday, July 25
- 11a-12p: Creator Signing with Sandy King, Amanda Deibert, Jennie Wood, Neo Edmund, Jaime Carrillo, Sean Sobczak
- 2p-3p: Creator Signing with Sandy King, Amanda Deibert, Neo Edmund, Jaime Carrillo, Sean Sobczak
Friday, July 26
- 11a-12p: Creator Signing with Sandy King, Amanda Deibert, Neo Edmund, Jaime Carrillo, Sean Sobczak
- 2p-3p: Creator Signing with Sandy King, Amanda Deibert, Jaime Carrillo, Neo Edmund, Sean Sobczak
Saturday, July 27
- 11a-12p: Creator Signing with Sandy King, Steve Niles, Amanda Deibert, Jennie Wood, Neo Edmund, Jaime Carrillo, Sean Sobczak
- 6p-7p: Creator Signing with Sandy King, Steve Niles, Cat Staggs, Amanda Deibert, Frank Tieri, Sean Sobczak
Sunday, July 28
- 2p-3p: Creator Signing with Sandy King, Cat Staggs, Amanda Deibert, Jaime Carrillo, Sean Sobczak
