Dark Horse Comics invites readers to celebrate the next chapter of the beloved all-ages fantasy series Canto, The Clockwork Chronicles, with writer David M. Booher and co-creator/artist Drew Zucker at San Diego Comic-Con 2026.
Fans will have multiple opportunities throughout the convention to meet the creative team behind the acclaimed series, get signed copies of the Canto: The Clockwork Chronicles #1 ashcan, an exclusive print, and an exclusive Canto #1 reprint. Fans can even pose with Canto himself!
A multiple Eisner and GLAAD Award-nominated writer, David M. Booher has built an acclaimed career across comics, television, and film. His work includes Killer Queens, Rain, Canto, as well as stories for Ghostbusters, Dungeons & Dragons, Legendary’s Monsterverse, Disney’s Frozen, Avatar, and more. His LGBTQ-led sci-fi series Killer Queens was also recognized by The New York Times as a Pride Month must-read.
Drew Zucker is the co-creator and artist of Canto, The House, and Skybreaker. A graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design, Zucker has illustrated comics for Dark Horse Comics, Marvel, DC, IDW Publishing, and Legendary Comics. Following the acclaimed 29-issue original Canto saga, he now returns to the beloved clockwork hero for Canto: The Clockwork Chronicles.
Canto: The Clockwork Chronicles delivers a thrilling new adventure filled with imagination, unforgettable characters, and a tiny tin hero whose kindness is every bit as powerful as his courage.
David M. Booher and Drew Zucker SDCC 2026 Signing Schedule
Thursday, July 23
1:10 PM–2:00 PM – Dungeons & Dragons Animated Adventures Signing — David M. Booher (Dark Horse Booth #2615)
2:10 PM–3:00 PM – Canto: The Clockwork Chronicles Ashcan & Exclusive Print Signing — David M. Booher & Drew Zucker (Dark Horse Booth #2615)
Friday, July 24
3:30 PM – Canto SDCC Exclusive Signing — David M. Booher & Drew Zucker (El Rey Comics Booth #2302)
6:10 PM–7:00 PM – Avatar Signing — David M. Booher (Dark Horse Booth #2615)
Saturday, July 25
9:00 AM PT – Canto Whatnot Livestream — David M. Booher & Drew Zucker
Sunday, July 26
6:00 PM PT – Canto Whatnot Livestream — David M. Booher & Drew Zucker
Panels & Programming
Dark Horse Comics: 40 Years of Comics Nerds
Sunday, 7/26/2026, 12:00PM – 1:00PM, Room 7AB
Dark Horse Comics invites comics nerds to celebrate 40 years with a showcase of creator-owned comics, licensed titles, and fan-favorite products! Discover what’s new from Dark Horse, learn about upcoming projects, and hear stories from creators, editors, and more about the legacy of Dark Horse Comics.
Panelists: Wendy Pini, Richard Pini, David Booher, Drew Zucker, Lazlow, Dave Marshall, Daniel Chabon
Moderated by: Ally Raney
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