KCU Pitchfest Showcase 2026 (Shortlist)
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Comics creators from around the world have submitted their unpublished projects to be previewed online by editors and agents. A panel of judges have selected the top pitches. The projects are archived here so that industry pros may view them and discover new talent.
Dinosaurs?! No Thank You!
We're in for an earful of geeky Zack's comedic complaints when his family’s drive to the shore makes an unexpected detour to the Age of Dinosaurs!
Dad just HAD to try and beat traffic, speeding them through a purple portal to the prehistoric past! Along for the ride is Zack's mom (she's just trying to make the best of a bad situation) and his teen sister Zanna. Surprisingly, she's starting to see her family as slightly less lame... perhaps because the only other social options have an even worse attitude than her little bro. Their family learns to rely on each other and thrive in their new home, growing closer and wilder than ever!
It's a zany adventure in the vibe of Land of the Lost spliced with The Mitchells vs. the Machines.
Age Range:
Early Middle Grade (approx ages 7-9)Genre:
Adventure, Humor, Science FictionPage Count Estimate:
128
My Why:
Vacations are a big break from life's routines. Chock-full of potential, they're adventures on which you can redefine yourself in unimaginable situations! Growing up, I'd always look forward to trips to the Jersey Shore or the Poconos. My sister and I were free to roam: navigating new environments, making friends, and watching each other's backs.
These days, my family and I pile into our 'spaceship' and voyage to beaches, go camping (actually glamping) and time-travel in proper attire to the Renaissance Faire! As in those epic trips of yore, they are not without their drama or difficulties, but they're mostly loaded with laughs and forge some of our fondest memories!
Comp Titles:
Hilo Book 1: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth By Judd Winick, Zita the Spacegirl by Ben Hatke, Pablo and Splash by Sheena DempseyGlen Viggiano
Glen places importance on daydreaming and highly regards those developing properties in 'imaginary states.' By day, he Design Directs original graphics for Boys' apparel brands and has over 10 years of experience with licensed categories. Compelled to craft fun and freaky stories, he knits worlds together, discovers characters, and faithfully tells their tales. He considers it a bonus to encourage freedom of thought, self-accountability, empathy, and appreciation for our magnificent home planet!