Add-On Experiences
Level up your NYCC experience with exclusive comic creator signings and panels that include a signed book by your favorite authors.
Availability is limited and Add-Ons Experiences can sell out. You must also have a NYCC badge valid for the day of the experience.
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Tue, Aug 25 at 12:00 PM ET
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Thu, Aug 27 at 12:00 PM ET
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Comic Creator Signings & Experiences
Meet legendary comic creators and leave with an unforgettable collectible. Choose from autograph sessions, premium experiences, and exclusive signed memorabilia available only while supplies last.
Frank Miller Autographs & Exclusive Signing Packages
Meet legendary comic writer and artist Frank Miller on Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10.
Choose from:
- Single Autograph
- Signed Limited Edition Lithograph
- Autograph + Original Remark
Photo Ops are sold separately through Epic Experiences.
Jim Lee Autographs & Fan Experience
Meet comic icon Jim Lee on Thursday, October 8 and Friday, October 9.
Available experiences include:
- Single Autograph
- Premium Fan Experience
Please Note: These packages are for raw signatures. You have the ability to have your signature(s) witnessed and item(s) graded and authenticated. Any grading, authentication, facilitator, or related fees are NOT included and must be paid by the attendee.
Signed Books with Panel
Take home a signed book by your favorite authors and get guaranteed seating to their panels. Please note: the fee is for the signed book. You can still attend the panel without purchasing the book if seats are available.
Thursday, October 8
Alice Cooper in Conversation with Steven Van Zandt
Thu, Oct 8 at 11:00 AM · Room 406.3
Iconic member of rock royalty Alice Cooper will discuss his brand-new memoir, Devil on My Shoulder, with fellow rock legend, Stevie Van Zandt.
Includes:
- One (1) signed copy of Devil on My Shoulder
- Guaranteed seating at panel for one (1) person
This ticket, which includes a signed copy of the book, guarantees your seat at this panel. Any remaining seats will be offered to NYCC fans via a standby line on a first-come, first-served basis. Standby seating is not guaranteed.
Friday, October 9
Interview with the Vampire 50th Anniversary
Fri, Oct 9 at 2:00 PM · Room 408
Join Christopher Rice, Eric Quinn Shaw, and J.R. Ward as they celebrate the 50th anniversary of Anne Rice's classic Interview with the Vampire.
Includes:
- One (1) copy of the special 50th Anniversary Edition of Interview with the Vampire
- Three custom-designed vellum page overlays that bring Anne’s words to life (a reproduction of Anne’s own signature; a family portrait of Lestat, Louis, and Claudia illustrated by Mary Metzger; a ghostly image of the iconic Lafayette cemetery
- Guaranteed seating at panel for one (1) person
This ticket, which includes a signed copy of the book, guarantees your seat at this panel. Any remaining seats will be offered to NYCC fans via a standby line on a first-come, first-served basis. Standby seating is not guaranteed.
MrBallen Presents: The Terror Within
Fri, Oct 9 at 3:30 PM · Room 1B02
MrBallen (aka John B. Allen), with 29 million listeners, is one of the most popular storytellers on the internet, sharing real-life mysteries, unexplained events, and true crime stories. He's back at NYCC with his new book, MrBallen Presents: The Terror Within: The Graphic Stories.
Includes:
- One (1) signed copy of The Terror Within
- One (1) Photo Op with MrBallen
- Guaranteed seating at panel for one (1) person
This ticket, which includes a signed copy of the book, guarantees your seat at this panel. Any remaining seats will be offered to NYCC fans via a standby line on a first-come, first-served basis. Standby seating is not guaranteed.
Saturday, October 10
American Girl at 40: Samantha’s Story Continues
Sat, Oct 10 at 11:15 AM · Room 406.2
Join author Fiona Davis, audiobook narrator Saskia Maarleveld, American Girl Historian Katherine Cartwright and editor Janelle Asselin for a special conversation celebrating four decades of American Girl and the return of one of its most beloved characters. In Samantha: The Next Chapter, Samantha’s story continues for a new generation—honoring the past while exploring what comes next.
This panel will explore the responsibility and excitement of continuing an iconic character’s journey, the role of historical fiction in shaping young readers, and how Samantha’s voice resonates today—both on the page and through audio storytelling.
Includes:
- One (1) signed early-release copy of Samantha: The Next Chapter
- Guaranteed seating at panel for one (1) person
This ticket, which includes a signed copy of the book, guarantees your seat at this panel. Any remaining seats will be offered to NYCC fans via a standby line on a first-come, first-served basis. Standby seating is not guaranteed.
Spotlight on Chuck Klosterman and Rock*
Sat, Oct 10 at 11:30 AM · Community Stage
Join bestselling and critically acclaimed author Chuck Klosterman (The Nineties; Sex, Drugs, and Cocoa Puffs) in conversation with Rob Sheffield about Chuck's latest work, Rock*, an alternate history through the eyes of a rock reporter.
Includes:
- One (1) signed copy of Rock*
- Guaranteed seating at panel for one (1) person
This ticket, which includes a signed copy of the book, guarantees your seat at this panel. Any remaining seats will be offered to NYCC fans via a standby line on a first-come, first-served basis. Standby seating is not guaranteed.
Travis Baldree, in Conversation with Matt Dinniman
Sat, Oct 10 at 12:15 PM · Room 406.3
Join bestselling and critically acclaimed author (and audiobook narrator extraordinaire) Travis Baldree (Legends & Lattes), as he talks with Matt Dinniman (Dungeon Crawler Carl) about writing and life.
Includes:
- One (1) signed copy of Legends & Lattes: The Graphic Novel
- Guaranteed seating at panel for one (1) person
- A guaranteed spot on the signing line
This ticket, which includes a signed copy of the book, guarantees your seat at this panel and on the exclusive signing line. Any remaining seats for the panel will be offered to NYCC fans via a standby line on a first-come, first-served basis. Standby seating is not guaranteed.
SPOTLIGHT: Welcome Back to Camp Half-Blood
Sat, Oct 10 at 12:30 PM · Room 405
The world of Percy Jackson is expanding. Join #1 New York Times bestselling author Rick Riordan and co-authors Annabelle Oh, Kyle Lukoff, Jade Adia, and Pablo Cartaya for a deep-dive into CAMP HALF-BLOOD, an all-new middle grade series set in the world of Percy Jackson and the Olympians. Discover how this ambitious new saga came together, meet the next generation of demigod heroes, and go behind the scenes of creating new adventures in one of the most beloved worlds in children’s literature.
Fans will get an inside look at Book 1, The Wild Zone, hear stories from the creative collaboration behind the series, and learn what happens at Camp Half-Blood when Percy, Annabeth, and Grover are away. This is a celebration of the mythology, monsters, mysteries, and friendships that have captivated readers for nearly two decades, and you might discover a few surprises along the way.
Includes:
- One (1) signed copy of The Wild Zone: Camp Half-Blood Book 1
- Guaranteed seating at panel for one (1) person
This ticket, which includes a signed copy of the book, guarantees your seat at this panel. Any remaining seats will be offered to NYCC fans via a standby line on a first-come, first-served basis. Standby seating is not guaranteed.
Spotlight on V.E. Schwab
Sat, Oct 10 at 1:30 PM · Room 408
NYCC is delighted to welcome back V.E. Schwab, bestselling and critically acclaimed author, as she discusses Victorious, the third and final book of the Villains series. Tickets include a signed copy of Victorious.
Includes:
- One (1) signed copy of Victorious
- Guaranteed seating at panel for one (1) person
This ticket, which includes a signed copy of the book, guarantees your seat at this panel. Any remaining seats will be offered to NYCC fans via a standby line on a first-come, first-served basis. Standby seating is not guaranteed.
Spotlight on Becky Chambers
Sat, Oct 10 at 2:45 PM · Room 406.3
We are thrilled to welcome Becky Chambers for her first ever appearance at NYCC. Becky will be on hand to discuss her newest novel, As You Wake, Break the Shell, with Polygon senior entertainment writer, Susana Polo. The book officially publishes Tuesday, October 13, and will be available exclusively to NYCC fans early.
Includes:
- One (1) signed early-release copy of As You Wake, Break the Shell
- Guaranteed seating at panel for one (1) person
- Guaranteed spot on the signing line
This ticket, which includes a signed copy of the book, guarantees your seat at this panel and on the exclusive signing line. Any remaining seats for the panel will be offered to NYCC fans via a standby line on a first-come, first-served basis. Standby seating is not guaranteed. basis. Standby seating is not guaranteed.
Tomi Adeyemi Book Signing
Sat, Oct 10 at 3:15 PM · Room 1B02
Join bestselling and critically acclaimed author Tomi Adeyemi as she greets fans and signs books. This signing line requires the purchase of a separate ticket. Up to three books signed, no personalization, no posed photos.
Includes:
- One (1) signed copy of The Siren, including sprayed edges, full-color interior, and foil stamping on the case.
A spot on the signing line
Kyle MacLachlan’s Fictional Selves
Sat, Oct 10 at 2:45 PM · Room 409
Don’t miss Kyle MacLachlan (Twin Peaks, Varnamtown, Sex and the City) as he shares stories from his remarkable career and discusses his new memoir, Fictional Selves.
Includes:
- One (1) signed early-release copy of Fictional Selves
- Guaranteed seating at panel for one (1) person
- A guaranteed spot on the signing line
This ticket, which includes a signed copy of the book, guarantees your seat at this panel and on the exclusive signing line. Any remaining seats for the panel will be offered to NYCC fans via a standby line on a first-come, first-served basis. Standby seating is not guaranteed.
Prefer to attend the panel without the signed book?
The price you’re paying is strictly for the signed book. You can still attend the literary panels listed above on a first-come, first-served basis for free as long as you have a valid NYCC badge for that day. Purchasing a Panel + Signed Book Experience gets you a signed copy of the book and guaranteed panel seating.
Free seating is subject to venue capacity and does not include a signed book. If the event does sell out online though, only standing room will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.