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Comics creators from around the world have submitted their unpublished projects to be previewed online by editors and agents.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.
Knight Bunny
When a star of power falls in the medieval kingdom of Amalin, Quinn, a rambunctious bunny with big dreams of knighthood, sets out on a daunting quest to recover the star for King Richard the Lion. But as her journey progresses, Quinn learns that her “noble quest” may not be as righteous as her King would have her believe. As Quinn’s dreams of knighthood (and its costs) are called into question, she and her companions must confront fearsome foes and inner struggles in order to lay claim to the legendary star.
Age Range:
Middle Grade (approx ages 9-12)Genre:
Adventure, Animals, FantasyPage Count Estimate:
350 pages
My Why:
Knight Bunny is a tale for turbulent times. I wanted to tell a story that not only navigates themes of power in an unstable world, but also reiterates the importance of courage in the face of oppression. I think these themes are timeless and key to navigating the world today.
With this story, I wanted to show readers that hope lies in even the smallest of creatures, and that both courage and a bit of whimsy are one’s greatest strengths in life.
Comp Titles:
Dungeon Critters by Natalie Riess and Sarah Goetter; Redwall: The Graphic Novel by Brian JacquesHalf Hafren
Half Hafren is an author-illustrator with an eye for all things magical and medieval. After obtaining her BA in Illustration from Falmouth University, she has dedicated herself to brining her daydreams to life.
Hafren has previously worked with self-published storybook authors, and on her own stories. Her preferred medium for storytelling is sequential art, and her favorite stories are rooted in fantasy.