Kids Comics Pitchfest 2025 Showcase
Comics creators from around the world submit their unpublished projects to be previewed online by editors and agents. A panel of judges (click here to see the juror list) select the top pitches. Projects are archived here so that industry pros may view them and discover new talent.
Annellie
Samuel
IIlustrator, Author
Unagented
Vincent. Mystery of the Golden Pot
Chef Vincent d’Rhino, a daring culinary adventurer, embarks on a jungle quest for the elusive achiote spice, escaping a swarm of bees before being whisked to Rhinoca Bay. There, excitement brews for the Golden Pot Competition, secretly orchestrated by the scheming Billy Bob, who has his assistant steal gold to craft the trophy. When a warning predicts its theft, Vincent and his twin, Detective Victor d’Rhino, investigate. As elite chefs battle, the Golden Pot vanishes. The culprit? Tabloid reporter Seraphina, driven by an old grudge. In a high-stakes finale, Vincent outcooks his foes, securing victory and proving that food, family, and adventure always win.
Age Range:
Middle Grade (approx ages 9-12)Genre:
HumorPage Count Estimate:
200My Why:
At its heart, Vincent and the Mystery of the Golden Pot is a love letter to food, family, and storytelling. Vincent d’Rhino was born in our kitchen, turning dinnertime into an adventure for our kids. We wanted to show that healthy eating could be as thrilling as a high-stakes mystery.
Inspired by our love for food, travel, and culture, Vincent’s journey is filled with bustling markets, bold flavors, and thrilling challenges. His rivalry with his twin, Victor, adds humor and heart, proving that family always comes first. Beyond the action, this story celebrates creativity in the kitchen, complete with real, kid-friendly recipes—so readers can step into Vincent’s world and experience the magic of food themselves.
Annellie Samuel
Annie Samuel and Di Kostic, a husband-and-wife team, bring decades of storytelling experience to their Toronto studio. Di, an award-winning illustrator, has worked on Franklin the Turtle, Gargoyles, and The Magic School Bus, while Annie, an acclaimed animation editor, has shaped Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, Babar, and 6teen. Together, they’re creating Vincent: The Mystery of the Golden Pot, a fun, fast-paced graphic novel that blends adventure, teamwork, and healthy eating.
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