Small press publisher White Cat Entertainment has had a huge year, expanding its slate of creator-led comics and graphic novels through a partnership with Massive Publishing and the launch of a creative solutions division with Shoshin Creative Lab managing partner Rylend Grant. Now, White Cat returns to San Diego Comic-Con 2026 at Small Press Booth P-10 with new releases including its Alpha Cat #2 Kickstarter launch, creator appearances, and programming
Here are the details
White Cat Entertainment SDCC ’26 panels
All times are in PST
Comics on Comics – Marvel andMagic: The Gathering CrossoverThursday, July 23, 8:30 p.m., Room 26AB
The Sweet Sixteenth show closes out night one of SDCC with a discussion of the latest MARVEL x Magic: The Gathering set. Guest Chris Mancini (writer/producer; founder, White Cat Entertainment) appears with host Joseph H. Johnson, Jr. (actor, comedian), plus additional guests
Why We Make Comics: The Urge, The Obsession, The NecessityFriday, July 24, 7-8 p.m., Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Behind every comic is a deeper story… one that goes beyond craft, technique, or industry know-how. Rylend Grant and David Avallone (hosts of the Telly Award-winning Writers Block podcast) bring together a panel of acclaimed creators and dig into the real reason they make comics: the personal drives, emotional compulsions, and life experiences that make storytelling not just a career, but a necessity. From catharsis to chaos, therapy to obsession, this candid conversation explores what fuels the creative fire and why, for some, making comics isn’t a choice at all.
Meet the creators
White Cat Entertainment founder Chris Mancini and artist Fernando Pinto will be at Small Press Booth P-10 to meet fans and sign books throughout the convention. Pinto, who is traveling from Chile, will also be accepting commissions
Fans are encouraged to stop by the booth to celebrate the launch of the Alpha Cat #2 Kickstarter campaign, pick up copies of issue #1, and grab stickers, magnets, pins, bookmarks, and other White Cat Entertainment books including Long Ago & Far Away and Rise of the Kung Fu Dragon Master. Additionally, keep an eye on White Cat Entertainment’s social media channels for information on another special appearance from Mancini
Stay tuned to The Beat for more news from SDCC ’26
