Fan Expo Canada 2009 experienced record-breaking crowds this past weekend as more than 59, 000 fans over three days packed the MTCC, a 23% increase in attendance from last year’s event.
Fan Expo Canada, the largest combined gaming, horror, comic, science fiction and anime event in the country, took place at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building August 28-30, 2009. Owned and operated by Hobby Star Marketing, Fan Expo Canada offers fans of every genre the chance to meet their favourite celebrities and pop culture heroes at autograph and photo sessions; participate in informational workshops with industry experts offering advice, tips and portfolio reviews; and shop for exclusive Fan Expo offers, collectables and memorabilia from more than 600 vendors.
Jeff Wood Interview
Jeff Wood comic book creator at the 2009 Fan Expo Toronto
Keith DeCandido Interview
Interview with Boom Studios' Keith R.A. DeCandido writer of the Farscape comic bookm series
Steve Saffel on The Best of Simon and Kirby
Steve Saffel talks about his love for Joe Simon and Jack Kirby, and the experience of editing a collection of their work. And why you should be buying a new bookshelf!
Mike Carey on "The Unwritten"
The prolific comic book writer answers questions about his and Peter Gross' new literary conspiracy mystery series from Vertigo, which debuts on Wednesday, May 13th.
Kevin J. Anderson Talks "Enemies & Allies"
The prolific author talks about his new novel that teams up the Dark Knight and the Man of Steel. Includes link where visitors can read the first few chapters!