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Comic-Con is one month away (Choke! Shudder! Gasp! as they used to say in the comic books) and we're launching our 2017 series of Toucan Tips of the Day! Pay attention, kids ... there's a lot of info coming down the pike!

Marc Bernardin reminds us that Comic-Con International offers numerous opportunites for varied convention experiences, and offers some advice on some things that you should't pass up.

Steve Lieber talks about how cartoonists should consider adding extra management help when their careers take off.

Comic-Con International celebrates the Jack Kirby Centennial with an exclusive 2017 Souvenir Book cover featuring some of Kirby's greatest creations and co-creations, illustrated by Bruce Timm!

We have one last guest announcement for Comic-Con International 2017!

Marc Bernardin shares some wisdom gained on his latest writing project.

Steve Lieber takes a close look at the art of Jack "King" Kirby, including some particular panels Steve was drawn to as a child.

Maggie Thompson talks about how comics are great at conveying information, clarifying a mood, and adding details to a description.

Katie Cook gets us ready for the warm spring and hot summer ahead with how to draw a cactus, the international symbol of hot, dry weather (and if it isn't, it should be!).

Comic-Con International 2017 Hotel Reservations open Wednesday, April 26, at 9:00 AM Pacific Time! Get ready now by reviewing our complete hotel list for 2017!

We're back with 4 more great special guests for Comic-Con International 2017, as we begin our final set of announcements over the next few weeks!