Bayanihan Booktime: A Celebration of Filipino Stories & Creativity - Event on February 8, 2025, at Cosmic Comics, Las Vegas

The Countdown to #BayanihanBooktime Begins!

Filipino book lovers, comic enthusiasts, and creatives—get ready! Bayanihan Booktime is coming to Las Vegas, bringing together a vibrant community of vendors, publishers, comic artists, and zinesters for a one-of-a-kind literary pop-up. This is an opportunity to discover Filipino books, connect with creators, and celebrate the power of storytelling. We hope this will be the first of many events in the Las Vegas area!

📍 Location: Cosmic Comics - 3830 East Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV
📅 Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
⏰ Time: 12 PM - 4 PM

Meet the Creators & Organizations

We’re bringing together an incredible lineup of Filipino and indie creatives who are shaping the literary and comic book scene. Don’t miss the chance to meet, network, and support their work!

🔹 Jean Munson (@jeaniebeanmarie)
UNLV alumna, comic book publisher, and program coordinator at UNLV’s Women’s Research Institute. Jean empowers the next generation of female leaders through mentorship, leadership training, and personal growth initiatives in the NEW Leadership Nevada Program.

🔹 Hot Tropiks (@hot.tropiks)
The leading distributor of Filipino komiks and children’s literature in the USA, dedicated to promoting Filipino culture through books.

🔹 Plot Twist Publishing (@plot_twist_publishing)
A Las Vegas-based indie comic book publishing and printing collective supporting independent creators.

🔹 Rabbleboy (@rabbleboy)
Award-winning author and illustrator of the Mischief & Mayhem series. Specializing in picture books, graphic novels, and comics that inspire creativity and fun.

🔹 QV the Artist (@qvtheartist)
Multidisciplinary artist and storyteller, part of LFDF Comics and Kapwa Komiks.

🔹 Pammy Wammy (@pammy_wammy_7130)
Las Vegas-based visual artist showcasing unique and compelling artwork.

🔹 Coles McGee (@colesmcgee)
Researcher, zinester, and co-host of Bruha Baddies. Also part of the COZI LV creative collective.

🔹 We Write Las Vegas (@wewritelv)
A creative writing duo, JM & Sheila, dedicated to helping storytellers craft their narratives through workshops and literary events.

Why You Should Attend

• Discover & Support Filipino Creators: Explore and purchase books, comics, and zines from talented Filipino and indie artists.
• Network & Collaborate: Connect with fellow book lovers, writers, and artists.
• Celebrate Filipino Culture: Immerse yourself in stories and creative works that highlight Filipino experiences and narratives.

Mark your calendars and join us at Bayanihan Booktime—a literary event that champions Filipino voices, creativity, and community. See you there! 📖✨