Kids Comics Pitchfest 2026 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Comics creators from around the world submit their unpublished projects to be previewed online by editors and agents.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.
Mariana
Boune
Author-Illustrator
Unagented
One Thread Away From Love
Lore Olympus meets the tv show Loki and High School Musical.
The FATE Agency, an otherworldly organization controlling the destiny of humans, sends 17 year old Lacey on a covert matchmaking mission to Earth. When Lacey accidentally triggers a system failure in FATE’s Network, the Fabric of Reality begins to fray and Lacey must return to Earth to correct FATE’s predetermined future by befriending and matching up shy Destiny with her secret crush. But when their friendship turns into something deeper, Lacey must choose between FATE’s ordained path, or risking the universe to follow her heart.
This lighthearted sapphic graphic novel is inspired by the mythological Fates and explores themes of determinism, choices and self discovery.
Age Range:
Young Adult (approx ages 13+)Genre:
Fantasy, LGBTQ+, Mythology/Folklore, Romance, Science FictionPage Count Estimate:
300My Why:
From a young age, I enjoyed reading mythology, and the tales of The Fates have been a special interest of mine, as I also enjoy exploring topics of determinism and choice, connecting them with the concept of the butterfly effect.
In recent years I discovered the warm comfort of romantic stories that dig deep into connection, emotion, and self-discovery.
I felt the urge to create this romance-fantasy story to explore fantastical elements from myth, dilemmas linked to the Fates, and the warmth found in romance—blended with the raw, real emotions and struggles present during high school years, with flawed characters learning about themselves while dealing with expectations, fake personas, lies, crushes, and heartache.
Comp Titles:
The Girl From The Sea by Molly Knox Ostertag, Heartstopper by Alice Oseman, Oh My Gods! by Stephanie Cooke, Insha Fitzpatrick and Juliana Moon,Mariana Boune
I’m a self taught writer- illustrator born and raised in Argentina, currently living in California with my husband, 2 young boys and my ever growing collection of house plants.
I want to use my art to create stories that bring warmth to readers or help them explore complex emotions, but always in a hopeful and positive way.
I am a member of SCBWI, online art communities such as KCU and SVSLearn, and I am always striving to expand my skills.





