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Comics creators from around the world submit their unpublished projects to be previewed online by editors and agents.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.
Boots and Pup: The Amulet Hullabaloo
Boots and Pup weren’t born heroes - but the universe has other plans. Stuck in a dead-end job on a nowhere planet, they’ve perfected the art of avoiding work, dodging disaster, and barely surviving Pup’s latest schemes! But when a mysterious amulet from Pup’s past starts glowing, it launches them into a galaxy-spanning chase - complete with a worm with a grudge, a uncharismatic, power-hungry overlord, and a secret that could change everything. Now, these two misfits must outrun, outthink, and out-weird their enemies to uncover the truth before reality itself unravels! Packed with action, absurdity, and heart, Boots and Pup: The Amulet Hullabaloo is a sci-fi buddy comedy for kids, adults, and lifelong comic fans alike!
Age Range:
Middle Grade (approx ages 9-12)Genre:
Adventure, Humor, Science FictionPage Count Estimate:
160
My Why:
Some friendships are built on trust. Boots and Pup’s is built on bad decisions, near-miss disasters, and Pup’s uncanny ability to pull them into chaos! Boots and Pup: The Amulet Hullabaloo is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud adventure about two nobodies who just might be destined for something bigger - if they can survive each other first. This story is about unexpected journeys, second chances, and friendships that refuse to break, no matter how many explosions are involved! A perfect mix of action, comedy, and heart, it’s for kids discovering comics, adults who grew up on Saturday morning cartoons, and anyone who loves an unpredictable, hilarious space adventure!
John Yuskaitis
I’m John Yuskaitis Jr., a cartoonist and storyteller from Massachusetts, and the creator of Boots and Pup, a sci-fi comedy about friendship, adventure, and intergalactic hijinks. I’ve been writing and drawing comics for years, building a loyal fanbase who love the mix of humor, action, and heart. I’m also a proud member of the National Cartoonists Society. Find more at bootspup.com.
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