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The Nib “Empire” Magazine Issue Release Party

Books with Pictures 1401 SE Division Street, Portland

On May Day, we're celebrating the celebrate the release of The Nib's new quarterly print issue, Empire! The Nib, America’s most-read daily comics publication, is inviting the Portland community to come celebrate the launch of the magazine with drinks, giveaways, and live readings! Come out to see the new issue, plus meet The Nib's editors, pick up some free Nib swag, and hear the behind-the-scenes of how the comics in the issue were made. The Empire issue delves into the chaotic governmental practices shattering civilizations across the world and the lasting impact globalization has played on cultures, communities and marginalized peoples. Some noteworthy contributors to this issue include Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist for the Washington Post Ann Telnaes, critically acclaimed cartoonist Rob Rogers who was…

Free

SFWA Portland Publishing Happy Hour – May 2019

Lucky Labrador Beer Hall 1945 NW Quimby St, Portland

All PDX publishing folks are welcome! You do not need to be a SFWA Member to attend. This is a purely social event with no formal agenda but great opportunities to meet people. A pizza and salad buffet will be provided; you buy your own drinks. Your $15 registration fee helps us pay for the room rental, and supports SFWA! YOU MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND. Please spread the word! All publishing industry professionals are welcome: writers (any genre), editors, agents, publishers, freelancers, designers, etc. Questions? Email: curtis.chen@sfwa.org

$15