SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo

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Indie-print expo host organization. Bringing together writers, artists, poets, and printmakers from St. Louis and beyond. | Returning Oct. 2026 at The Sheldon

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SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· 29d

For SLICE's fundraiser auction: whimsical prints and a greeting card set from Micha Fessler! Perfect for brightening up your book nook IMHO. Get your hands on this at SLICE's trivia (& more) fundraiser, July 18, 2–5 p.m. at Oni. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/1990192892...

Full color print of a pointy-eared elf with fusty glasses looking slightly out of place in a deep blue underwater grotto.

Green and flo pink RISO print of a girl interacting with strange plants and a tiny dragon in a forest.

Orange and blue RISO print of an explorer crouching on the ground watching a group of birds fly through the sky backed by sun rays.

A set of seven greeting card designs including: tomatoes, tinned fish, a black cat, and a set of four fairies with various flowers.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· 29d

For SLICE's fundraiser auction: this beautiful print from Saba Saif Ur Rehman with colors so rich I could almost taste them. Get your hands on this at SLICE's trivia (& more) fundraiser, July 18, 2–5 p.m. at Oni. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/1990192892...

Print with a hazy blue background and bright pink, red, purple, and bronze petal-like designs mirrored across the page center.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· 29d

Final week price drop! All ticket types for our July 18 fundraiser are now 20% off, plus we're adding value in the form of ⭐️ free SLICE swag ⭐️ with each ticket purchase. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/1990192892...

Logotype of Mr. Slice casually chilling in the mouth of an oni mask. The logotype reads "An Afternoon with Mr. Slice: A SLICE Fundraiser, July 18, 2026." Below the graphic is text indicating a 20% price drop for all ticket types.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 12

For SLICE's fundraiser auction: it's Absolute Batman, as brought to you by MEESIMO! Those are original inks on Bristol, folks. Get your hands on this at SLICE's trivia (& more) fundraiser, July 18, 2–5 p.m. at Oni. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/1990192892...

Double-page spread original ink drawing of Absolute Batman in spiked armor brandishing a giant mallet with a big grin on his face.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 12

Scam alert! In case it wasn't obvious from the formatting and grammar, these emails from supposed travel orgs about SLICE hotel blocks are not legitimate! 😁 Hold tight - we'll share actual info about hotel blocks with our accepted exhibitors in August, and we plan to spell everything correctly.

Screencap of a weirdly formatted email asking the recipient to book hotel rooms for SLICE - it looks real spammy and that's because it is! Do not click.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 10

For SLICE's fundraiser auction: collage galore from Lauryn Wells! Two zines and a print from Wells's Art Against Artists Against Art Against the Arts collection. Get your hands on this at SLICE's trivia (& more) fundraiser, July 18, 2–5 p.m. at Oni. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/1990192892...

Two zines and a print with collaged advertising imagery and text.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 10

For SLICE's fundraiser auction: the definitive set of Ink & Drink Comics anthologies! For the true fan. Get your hands on this at SLICE's trivia (& more) fundraiser, July 18, 2–5 p.m. at Oni. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/1990192892...

A stack of nine Ink & Drink comics anthologies through the years!

Covers of two Ink & Drink anthologies - Spirits of St. Louis, with a dark, spooky slasher film cover, and Mixer, with a cartoon drawing of a rave in progress.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 9

For SLICE's fundraiser auction: can you ever have enough Dan Zettwoch prints? Bring the owl home to roost, or snag a set of zines for your coffee table! Get your hands on this at SLICE's trivia (& more) fundraiser, July 18, 2–5 p.m. at Oni. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/1990192892...

Black and white screenprint of a barred owl and infographic text on brown chipboard.

Three zines - one about the St. Louis Cardinals, Cut Away Comics, and a Redbird zine with a screenprinted cover.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 8

For SLICE's fundraiser auction: two original works by Cleonique Hilsaca! You need to see the incredible detail on these in person. Why yes, that's gold ink. Get your hands on this at SLICE's trivia (& more) fundraiser, July 18, 2–5 p.m. at Oni. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/1990192892...

Painting of a fancy lad on a donkey smelling a flower and looking across a field of golden grass.

Black and white ink drawing of Alice in Wonderland being corralled by a giant hare and looking miffed about it.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 8

Haven't you heard?! It's the last week to apply to SLICE! You can do it! ✏️✏️✏️ Applications close at 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15. Application link and FAQs at slicexpo.org/apply.

Gameboard design. text reads: Apply to SLICE! Application link and FAQs at slicexpo.org/apply. Apply June 1-July15. One Week Left!

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 7

Comics University is on summer break this week, but we're bringing you a special 🏝️ June Recap 🏝️ of our classes this past month! It's better than any summer class you've ever taken—we'll see you in the back half of this year's Comics U programming! Check out our schedule and RSVP at our link in bio.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 7

For SLICE's fundraiser auction: two originals by Brian Lathan! One is MASSIVE. The other may remind you of a certain Cherokee Street mural! Put both in your home! Get your hands on this at SLICE's trivia (& more) fundraiser, July 18, 2–5 p.m. at Oni. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/1990192892...

Oversized fluorescent pink canvas with black and white drawing of a cartoon head being rended in two.

Framed print of a lady with a house as a hat eating some cake, as one does.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 6

For SLICE's fundraiser auction: RISO printed Renaissance dagger play print, 🌈 and sapphic, by Alain McAlister! Get your hands on this at SLICE's trivia (& more) fundraiser, July 18, 2–5 p.m. at Oni. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/1990192892...

Colorful RISO print of two fancy folks in Renaissance poofs playing around with daggers.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 6

For SLICE's fundraiser auction: a framed 11x17" print by Megan Badger! Bring these snakes home with you 🐍 Get your hands on this at SLICE's trivia (& more) fundraiser, July 18, 2–5 p.m. at Oni. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/1990192892...

A framed print of a line drawing with sepia accents of two snakes twining around each other.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 4

Are you a.) great at trivia, b.) wanting to support SLICE, and c.) excited to make new friends? We've added a limited number of ⭐ Individual Trivia tickets ⭐ for our fundraiser on July 18, 2–5 p.m. at Oni. We'll match you up into teams at the event. www.eventbrite.com/e/1990192892...

Graphic reading, "Just added: Individual Trivia Tix! Make new friends! We'll match you into teams at the event." Tickets are listed at $20. A row of Mr. Slices are lined up along the bottom of the graphic... possibly your new trivia teammates?

Red graphic with a biker patch style logotype of Mr. Slice chilling in the mouth of an oni head. Text reads, "An Afternoon with Mr. Slice: A SLICE Fundraiser, July 18, 2026." Event is at 2-5 p.m. at Oni. Trivia team tickets, individual trivia tickets, and general admission available.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 4

New month, new Sip & Scribe! Join us and the Saint Louis Poetry Center for this month's session on Saturday, July 25 from 12–1:30 p.m at the High Low Listening Room. Grab a cold brew and write with us! RSVP to let us know you're coming at the Upcoming Events link in bio. 🎨 by Racheal Bruce

Illustration of a moka pot brewing and Mr. Slice brandishing a fountain pen. Graphic reads "Sip & Scribe, Saturday, July 25, 12-1:30 p.m., High Low Listening Room."

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 3

Not sure why you need more reasons to apply after "The Sheldon is haunted," but here's two more for all you skeptics!

Game card that reads, "Reason 4: Community! Come hang with the coolest kids in comics, zines, and print arts!"

Game card that reads, "Reason 5: It's easy! The application should only take you about 20 minutes."

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 3

Mr. Slice has read your cards—they are sensing an 👻 exhibitor application 👻 in your future! Fulfill the prophecy at Spooky SLICE on October 31 at The Sheldon in St. Louis, MO. Less than 2 weeks left to get your application in, folks! Visit slicexpo.org/apply to get started.

Board game background that reads "5 Reasons to Apply to SLICE - two weeks left to apply!"

A board game card that reads "Reason 1: Great crowds! Last year SLICE had between 850-900 attendees."

Game card that reads "Reason 2: Haunted house! The Sheldon famously has a ghost. Pay him a visit on HALLOWEEN!"

Game card that reads "Reason 3: Activities! Workshops! Panels! Lectures! Demos! Plus - volunteers to watch your table while you attend."

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 1

Two week reminder! Apps to SLICE 2026 are due Wednesday, July 15. Still working on your application? We've got tips! ❓Check out our FAQ page 📼 Watch the recording from our How to Apply to SLICE event 🙋 Ask us questions! slicexpo.org/apply

Board game board that reads "Apply to SLICE! Two weeks left!"

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jul 1

It's gettin' hot in here, so come hang out with SLICE this July (we have AC)! Apps to SLICE 2026 are blazing in—apply by July 15! Come check out the rest of Comics U, our fundraising event, Sip & Scribe and our Drink & Draw!. www.slicexpo.org/events/

July 1 - Comics U: Syndicated Comics, 6:30–8:30 p.m. @ Betty's Books
July 15 - Comics U: KidLit Comics, 6:30–8:30 p.m. @ Betty's Books
July 15 - SLICE 2025 applications due!
July 18 - An Afternoon with Mr. Slice: A SLICE Fundraiser 2–5 p.m. @ Oni

July 22 -Comics U: How to Read a Contract, 6:30–8:30 p.m. @ Betty's Books
July 25 - Sip & Scribe, 12–1:30 p.m. @ High Low Listening Room
July 29 - Comics U: Community Zines, 6:30–8:30 p.m. @ Betty's Books
July 30 - Drink & Draw, 7–9 p.m. @ Alamo Drafthouse STL

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jun 30

Hang out with friends, have a drink and a snack, watch Cadaver Daddy-O do drag, bid on local art, support SLICE, and just possibly... go home with a huge gift basket??? That's what we've got going on at our first-ever SLICE fundraiser on July 18, 2–5 p.m. at Oni! www.eventbrite.com/e/an-afterno...

Text graphic reading "Mr. Slice presents a Raffle! Win a basket of gift cards from these amazing local businesses and more - valued at over $650!" Below are logos for Betty's Books, Public Defender Art + Zines, Drawn, St. Louis Art Supply, Fantasy Books Inc., and @tattooladyjam.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jun 26

Trivia lovers, assemble! During our fundraising event, we'll be presenting four exciting rounds of trivia all hosted by the one and only, Cadaver Daddy-o! Plus, you'll get access to a half-time drag performance. Get your tickets today at our link in bio! 🎨 Myriam Stern & Phoebe Santalla!

Mr Slice presents... TRIVIA! Hosted by Cadaver Daddy-O (photo of the drag king) with a half-time drag performance.
Round 1: General
Round 2: Comics & Print
Round 3: Local Comics & Print
Round 4: SLICE
Trivia team tickets: $100 per team, up to 5 players per team

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jun 24

Time flies when you're having fun, and we've been having WAY too much fun! We're already halfway through the application cycle to table at SLICE 2026, which takes place October 30 at The Sheldon in St. Louis, MO. This is your friendly reminder to apply before July 15! Apply: www.slicexpo.org/apply/

Gameboard design. Text reads: Apply to SLICE! Application link and FAQs at slicexpo.org/apply. Apply June 1-July15. Halfway through!

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jun 15

We're going hybrid! SLICE is offering ✨updated livestreaming✨ of our 2026 Comics University sessions! Head to our YouTube page @slicexpo for all livestream links and last year's session recordings!

Comics U Now Streaming!
Livestream and video recordings of 2026 sessions available on SLICE's YouTube @slicexpo

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jun 14

You know what's up. June 25. 7–9 p.m. Alamo Drafthouse STL. 21+. Bring drawing supplies and friends... be there or be square. 🍹 RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/e/slice-drin... 🎨 by Orquídea Campbell-Espinoza

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jun 11

Come one, come all... come join us for An Afternoon with Mr. Slice! We need your support! SLICE is a small, volunteer-run nonprofit organization, so your dollars go straight towards our mission of supporting the creative community in St. Louis. 🎨 Myriam Stern & Phoebe Santalla!

A graphic of Oni's mascot with a small blue Mr. Slice hanging by its mouth.
The text reads:
An Afternoon with Mr. Slice
July 18th, 2–5 At Oni
Trivia Team Tickets & General Admission

We've got... TEAM TRIVIA!
-Comics, small press, and SLICE-themed trivia questions
-Hosted by Cadaver Daddy-O with a half-time drag performance
-Winners receive a basket of SLICE merch and gift cards from local businesses
Trivia Team Tickers: $100 per team, up to 5 players per team

We've got... A SILENT AUCTION!
-Artworks donated by your favorite local artists
-Browse, bid, and enjoy food and drinks from Oni's exclusive menu while you wait
General admission tickets: $10 per person
- Watch Cadaver Daddy-O perform at trivia half-time

We've got... A RAFFLE!
-win a basket of gift certificates from local businesses
-trivia team and GA admission come with one raffle ticket per person
-Additional raffle tix for purchase on a sliding scale
General admission tickets: $10 per person

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jun 8

Missed our "How to Apply to SLICE" event over the weekend? Don't fret—we've gathered our most frequently asked questions here for you! Read through more FAQs and apply to SLICE: slicexpo.org/apply You can also check out our How to Apply recording at: www.youtube.com/live/fJzYGbH...

What kind of work is SLICE looking for?
Comics, zines, chapbooks, literary magazines, poetry, small press, indie publishers, tabletop games, and other print culture. These should be the main focus, but you are welcome to sell merchandise like stickers and apparel as well!

Work samples should show a unique voice; you are welcome to sell fan art at the expo, but we want to see original creations in your application.

I don’t make comics, can I still apply?
Yes! SLICE celebrates zines, chapbooks, literary magazines, poetry, small press, indie publishers, comics, and other print culture!

What file types should my work samples be?
Any file type works, as long as they are viewable! SLICE gets many links that are locked or password-protected. Make sure that all your samples are viewable by anyone with the link you submit. (Try testing the link in private mode.)

What is SLICE’s AI policy?
SLICE expressly prohibits the sale of AI-generated content, and vendors must own the rights to the work they exhibit at the expo or have obtained permission from the rights holder.

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jun 2

Writers, we haven't forgotten about you! Join us and Saint Louis Poetry Center for this month's Sip & Scribe on Saturday, June 20 from 12–1:30 p.m at the High Low Listening Room. Come get caffeinated and write with us! RSVP: www.eventbrite.com/events/19903... 🎨 by Rachael Bruce

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jun 1

Happy Pride month! 🌈 🌈 🌈 A great way to celebrate is by applying to table at SLICE 2026, from now until July 15. Then come hang out with us at any of these other SLICE-tacular events in June. You'll find all the details on our website: www.slicexpo.org/events/

Purple tear-off calendar graphic listing June events:
June 1 - Applications open for SLICE 2026!
June 6 - How to Apply to SLICE, 12–2 p.m. CT @ RAC at City Foundry, Suite 149 or livestream
June 17 - Comics U Session 1: Bookmaking with Lou Beishir, 6:30–8:30 p.m. @ Betty's Books
June 20 - Sip & Scribe, 12–1:30 p.m. @ High Low Listening Room
June 24 - Comics U Session 2: Fairy Tale Comics with Mel Gillman, 6:30–8:30 p.m. @ Betty's Books
June 25 - Drink & Draw, 7–9 p.m. @ Alamo Drafthouse STL

SLICE - St. Louis Independent Comics Expo@slicexpo· Jun 1

📣 Calling all artists, writers, poets, cartoonists, zinesters, printmakers, and indie publishers of every stripe! 📣 Vendor applications are now open for SLICE 2026, taking place October 31 at The Sheldon, St. Louis, MO. Apply now through July 15. Can't wait to see your work! 👉 slicexpo.org/apply