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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 01/10/2026

Here's a fun one, perfect to stock up your Fall TBR list! I'm teaming up with @bookshop.org to bring you some additional discounts on my booklist! Take 15% OFF select titles when you enter "Books15" at checkout, valid until October 17, 2026. Shop here: bookshop.org/lists/books-...

a graphic with fall foliage art in a repeating background and a number of the covers of Barbara's books. It reads:

FALL READS SALE
Follow the link in bio and shop
from the designated list with code “books15” AT CHECKOUT FOR AN ADDITIONAL 15% OFF YOUR PURCHASE
ON SELECT TITLES!

valid OCT 1 - OCT 17, SO DON’T DELAY!

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 01/10/2026

It's that time of year! #NYCC next week!!! My first since...2013? If that? And this time, I am on programming (again, surreal)! Check the graphic for details and hope to see you there!🔮🐙

Find Babs @ New York Comic Con
Oct 8-11, 2026

THURS
Roll for Romance:
A Live D&D Love Story
Room 1B02
8 PM

Roll for Romance
Post Panel Book Signing
Room 1A01
9 Pm

FRI
Signing @ Tokyopop Booth
Booth 4455
4 Pm

SAT
Signing @ Tokyopop Booth
Booth 4455
4 Pm

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 30/09/2026

There is a rock where your heart should be, because you keep your heart on your sleeve. --- A lovely portrait commission of Noelani by @piccollosh.bsky.social

a painterly style portrait of Noelani, an azarketi woman, holding an aventurine sphere over her heart in between her hands making a heart sign and standing in front of a lit archway covered in vines. Art by Piccollosh

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 28/09/2026

The best gift I could have hoped for was FRIENDSHIP!!! Great seeing you and will catch you in NYC!

a selfie photo of Barbara, Matt and Brandon at Baltimore Comic Con

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 20/09/2026

This is the one I’ve been building in my office, originally I just market the initial spots and just have been adding to it to fill the gaps haha

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 16/09/2026

If you are preparing for Fall and looking for some atmospheric romance reads, check out To Dance the Moon and Stars! More here: bit.ly/3R1mrbA

a graphic with Myra and Eyden leaning towards each other lovingly, with the following text:

To Dance the Moon and Stars
A coming-of-age story
A high stakes plot in a fantasy world
A friend-to-lovers romance
Gorgeous full-color illustrations

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 16/09/2026

For any booksellers on here, we're doing a bookplate campaign for The Library of Memories! Use this form to request signed bookplates for your in-store stock: form.jotform.com/262424708451...

a graphic with Copenhagen and Lawrence watching other gyrotrons bookbinding, the text on the graphic says:

Hey booksellers!
Do you stock The Library of Memories?
Get signed bookplates!

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 15/09/2026

Find me on the digital waves soon by signing up for the upcoming Comic Creator Chat with NYPL! Free, register here: www.nypl.org/events/progr...

a graphic with a red background, a photo of Barbara, and the covers of To All the Boys I've Loved Before the Graphic Novel and To Dance the Moon and Stars, with the following text:

Virtual Comic Creator Chat
Barbara Perez Marquez
Wednesday, September 23rd @4pm EST

New York Public Library

Registration REQUIRED at
https://tinyurl.com/NYPLCCC6

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 14/09/2026

Cheers to @bookshop.org for raising over $50 million for independent bookstores across the US! Where we use our money matters and the work Bookshop does in conjunction with local, independent bookstores is astonishing! Let's keep it up!

a graphic with a book with a face, arms, and legs jumping for joy with money and the following text:
it's official
bookshop.org raised $50 million for independent bookstores across the country!

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 10/09/2026

In particular, I think JD's style lends itself so well to soft moments and truly captured this "trick of the light" idea I had rolling around in my head about the fact that all the characters came into consciousness onto these new selves and outfits.

Noelani, a heavy set azarketi woman entering a dark blank dorm, in a trick of the light she is wearing her old fae formal outfit wherever she is touched by the light and in shadow she is wearing the Enclave's red uniform. Art by JD Benefield

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 08/09/2026

Pretty cool news, The Library of Memories is now available in Australia and New Zealand if you're a reader there! From @lazyfishy.bsky.social and I, more about the book at www.thelibraryofmemories.com

a digital drawing of Copenhagen and Lawrence with a kangaroo gyrotron reading a book, the graphic also features the cover of the book and the text: Available now in Australia & New Zealand!

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 04/09/2026

Speaking of cool pages, shall I show you one to entice you to check out The Library of Memories? If you think the cover is cool, wait until you see what @lazyfishy.bsky.social did within! 😁💯🫶 This one is from the opening scene of the book:

A double spread of Copenhagen looking at the expanse library of memories before her, from the graphic novel The Library of Memories

a colorful graphic with a photo of the graphic novel The Library of Memories with drawing utensils and an original painting on a desk, the graphic reads “OUT NOW” among wisps of colorful swirls

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 31/08/2026

Thanks again to everyone that came to celebrate The Library of Memories this past weekend! 🎉 We hosted it at @dreamersbmore.bsky.social which have been amazing champions of the book and it was a lovely Summer afternoon full of treats and sharing about the making of the book!

a photo of Lissy and Barbara smiling at the camera and holding an interactive frame from The Library of Memories

Lissy and Barbara holding a custom The Library of Memories cake!

A photo of a framed original illustration of Copenhagen and Lawrence as well as copies of the book, while Lissy and Barbara sign books in the background

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 25/08/2026

And then, see us in Philly @multiversephilly.bsky.social! Saturday, September 19th 1-3pm If you haven't checked out Multiverse, it's a treat! Come thru!

a red and blue graphic with the cover of The Library of Memories and headshots of Barbara and Lissy, with the following info:

Meet the Creators!
Barbara Perez Marquez and Lissy Marlin

Saturday, September 19th 1-3pm

8026 Germantown Ave
Multiverse

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 25/08/2026

You got two hometown chances to celebrate The Library of Memories with @lazyfishy.bsky.social and I! First up with @dreamersbmore.bsky.social THIS SATURDAY, 8/29 4pm-7pm! See you there!!!

a bright blue graphic with the cover of The Library of Memories and cartoon headshots of Barbara and Lissy, with the following info:

Join Dreamers & Make-Believers for a book launch celebration with writer Barbara Perez Marquez and artist Lissy Marlin

Saturday, August 29th 4-7pm

400 S Highland Ave, Baltimore MD 21224
*preorder your copy by 8/20 at dreamersbooks.com to receive exclusive pre-order gifts!*

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 25/08/2026

THE LIBRARY OF MEMORIES IS HERE!📚 @lazyfishy.bsky.social and I's fantasy graphic novel is available wherever you get books! Join Copenhagen on an adventure you won't soon forget. We hope you'll love it as much as we do, check out more about the book at www.thelibraryofmemories.com 📚📚📚

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 20/08/2026

Coming soon from @latinxkidlitbf.bsky.social, join @lazyfishy.bsky.social and I for a workshop all about using your memories to craft stories! Learn more at: latinxkidlitbookfestival.org/2026-festival #LKBF26

a graphic in a light green with photos of Barbara and Lissy and the information about their craft workshop called "How to Create Stories Based on Your Own Memories" which will be available September 1

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 14/08/2026

Upcoming events, fresh off the confirmation presses for you! Looking forward to these and an excellent reminder that if you want to plan an event or appearance, to please get in touch! I'm still on the lookout for panel opportunities during Baltimore Comic Con and New York Comic Con as well 👀

a graphic with a semi transparent background with an intricate illustration of a timepiece with the following information:

Upcoming Events

Aug 15, 4pm, Bookstore Romance Day at Dreamers and Make-Believers
Aug 29, 4pm, Book Launch Celebration at Dreamers and Make-Believers
Sept 19, 1pm, Meet the Creators at Multiverse Philly
Sept 23, 4pm, Comic Creator Chat, Virtual, NYPL

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 13/08/2026

Baltimore, we're having a The Library of Memories launch celebration @dreamersbmore.bsky.social! Join @lazyfishy.bsky.social and I for a wonderful afternoon celebrating the book. Plus, you can still get the EXCLUSIVE pre-order gifts by ordering your copy thru them by 8/20. Saturday, 8/29 4pm-7pm!

a colorful graphic featuring a photo of the Dreamers and Make-believers storefront, a sticker mock up and a clear acrylic bookmark, it reads:

Pre-order your copy of The Library of Memories BEFORE AUGUST 20TH, 2026 from Dreamers and Make-Believers to guarantee your gifts!

Dreamers and Make-Believers
www.dreamersbmore.com

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 11/08/2026

Two weeks until THE LIBRARY OF MEMORIES! 👀💯 We have a cool pre-order campaign you can benefit from, but overall we just want to spread the word about this book as far as it can go! More on our site: www.thelibraryofmemories.com

a three panel comic with Copenhagen and Lawrence conversing with the following dialogue:

Copenhagen: Hey Lawrence, did you hear?

Lawrence: What?

Copenhagen: The Library of Memories is out in 2 weeks!

a colorful graphic featuring the graphic novel book The Library of Memories, a sticker mock up and a clear acrylic bookmark, it reads:

Pre-order campaign gifts!

SIGNED copy of the book

Flexible clear acrylic bookmark with tassel

Clear vinyl sticker

Warm & fuzzy feelings from supporting two Diverse Voices creators and an Independent Bookstore!

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 06/08/2026

We've teamed up with @dreamersbmore.bsky.social for a pre-order campaign ahead of the release of THE LIBRARY OF MEMORIES! Pre-order your book BEFORE August 20th to get some additional gifts with your copy! PAPERBACK: dreamersbmore.com/products/pre... HARDCOVER: dreamersbmore.com/products/pre...

a colorful graphic featuring the graphic novel book The Library of Memories and a clear acrylic bookmark, it reads: Pre-order campaign alert

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 28/07/2026

I’m sorry, what kind of time capsule did they pull this box out of 🕸️

A USPS box with The Amazing Spider-man 2 branding

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 21/07/2026

Just last week, TO DANCE THE MOON AND STARS came out, it's a fairy tale forward romantasy graphic novel! More info here: bit.ly/3R1mrbA

a graphic with the cover of the graphic novel TO DANCE THE MOON AND STARS and the close up of a panel with the two lead characters looking at each other lovingly. The graphic informs that book is out now.

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 17/07/2026

It's Friday and this week a new book co-written by me came out! Check out the book from your local library or find it wherever you buy books: bit.ly/3R1mrbA

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 15/07/2026

Sell your book in five words. "dancing to your own tune"

cover for the graphic novel "To Dance the Moon and Stars" featuring Myra and Eyden looking at each other romantically.

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 15/07/2026

I have a fancy graphic one to share later, but here you go for now #SDCC

Friday, July 24, 2026
1:00PM
Fantasy, Fantasy, and more Fantasy

3:00PM
Roll for Romance: An Interactive Rom-Com Decided by Dice

4:30PM
Autograph Session: Roll for Romance: An Interactive Rom-Com Decided by Dice
Autograph Area 05, Sails Pavilion

Saturday, July 25, 2026
3:00PM
Cozy Escapes: Finding Comfort in Romantic Fantasy

5:00PM
Autograph Session: Cozy Escapes: Finding Comfort in Romantic Fantasy
Autograph Area 05, Sails Pavilion

Sunday, July 26, 2026
10:00AM
Graphic Novel Storytelling: From Idea to Page

11:30AM
Autograph Session
Autograph Area 04, Sails Pavilion

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 14/07/2026

Been a bit #PortfolioDay! I'm Babs and I would love to tell more short form stories for you soon! Let's talk about a mini series or short if you're looking for a versatile comics writer towards the end of 2026 or into 2027. In the meantime, check out my recent work below or at www.mustachebabs.com

two page preview from To Dance the Moon and Stars (art by Tasia M S)

LEFT PAGE
Panel 1
EYDEN
Have a bright Navo Versano, everyone!

Panel 2
The crowd is starting to disperse, Eyden jumps back onto dry land as he heads over to Myra.

Panel 3
Eyden is all smiles as he joins Myra, who is also giving him a smile.

MYRA
This is a nice surprise. I wasn’t expecting to see you until sundown.

Panel 4
EYDEN
I needed to get out of the palace for a bit. What did you think of my performance?

MYRA
Pretty good, for a prince.

RIGHT PAGE
Panel 1

EYDEN
I’ve got some other moves I can show you.

Panel 2
MYRA
Oh? I can’t wait to see those.

Panel 3
EYDEN
And you shall when we’re in our secret spot. My impeccable skills are for your eyes only.

Panel 4
EYDEN
For now, want to enjoy the festival together?

MYRA
Yes, very much.

Page from The Curie Society: Game of Code (art by Sonia Liao, colors of Johanna Taylor), the trio are guided through a dark tunnel with a body scan before being welcomed to the Madrid Curie Society Chapter

Comic page from the comic Kiss the Cook (written by Barbara, art by Rhinosnax). Olivia saved something for Marcelle, which Marcelle is delighted to try as they continue to chat.

Olivia: I do have something for you, I’m Olivia by the way.

Marcelle: Marcelle, nice to meet you...

Marcelle: Are you sure?

Olivia: Yeah, neighborly treat.

Olivia: I’m sorry I didn’t get to come by first. I wasn’t sure if I should just wait until tomorrow’s bake since everything else sold out...

Marcelle: Why is that?

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 14/07/2026

Happy TO DANCE THE MOON AND STARS day!!!🌠 So many have made sure that the starry blue carpet was rolled out for this story, so THANK YOU! Out now wherever you prefer to get your books! Shares appreciated and here's your handy dandy link for it: bit.ly/3R1mrbA

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 13/07/2026

Last chance to get that pre-order feeling out of it, as To Dance the Moon and Stars comes out TOMORROW!!! Shares appreciated, pre-order here: bit.ly/3R1mrbA

a graphic with the text "Dance like the Gods can't stop you" in a swirly font, as well as three panels and the cover of the book To Dance the Moon and Stars

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 13/07/2026

Still looking for that perfect Summer read?💌 TO ALL THE BOYS I'VE LOVED BEFORE THE GRAPHIC NOVEL is currently 15% over at @bookshop.org with code SIMONTEEN at checkout!

A hardcover copy of the graphic novel adaptation of TO ALL THE BOYS I’VE LOVED BEFORE being held among the branches of a tree in full bloom, the flowers match the book cover’s colors perfectly

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 13/07/2026

Sweet series, great read, more Sal Jiang forever please

A photo of the three volumes to Sal Jiang’s “Ayaka is in love with Hiroko!” manga

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 07/07/2026

🌴West Coast, here I come!!!🌴 I'm making my return to SDCC (and making my way to LA after), so keep an eye out on programming details soon. I haven't been back to CA since 2019, so catch me while you can!

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 30/06/2026

Two weeks until TO DANCE THE MOON AND STARS!!! So much excitement for this book keeps pouring in and to be this close to release feels a bit surreal! Not too late to secure your copy, find pre-order info here: bit.ly/3R1mrbA

a graphic with the cover of the graphic novel TO DANCE THE MOON AND STARS and the close up of a panel with a theatrical player dressed up as the Sun God, Alrun. The graphic informs that book is out in two weeks and advises to pre-order now.

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 27/06/2026

While @lazyfishy.bsky.social couldn’t make it out in person for #ALAAC26, an original piece of hers is part of the Silent Auction on site! Make sure to stop by to check it out and then swing by booth 1551 for some The Library of Memories goodies!

A photo of a small painting on a tabletop easel with a title card reading “Dotonbori”, the painting features two friends laughing at a festival

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 26/06/2026

All set up for @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social #ALAAC26, see you this afternoon for the reception and all weekend at Artist Alley 1551! 📚

A photo of Barbara with her arms extended out in excitement standing behind a fully setup table with many of her titles in an expo floor

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 26/06/2026

The signing was so cool and Goblin Market’s space is AMAZING, I had a few people that said they showed up JUST for the event which is so special! 😭💗 Thank you all and what a way to start this weekend!

A photo of Barbara smiling at the camera and holding up a copy of To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before the Graphic Novel

Photo of Barbara sitting and signing one of her books at a cool bookshop

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 24/06/2026

Thanks @indiebound.bsky.social for choosing TO DANCE THE MOON AND STARS as one of the July/August Indie Next Picks! Independent Bookstores continue to be amazing champions for books and I'm eternally grateful for it!

A photo of the To Dance the Moon and Stars romantasy graphic novel and a denotation of it being a July/August Indie Next Pick, all over a swirly starry sky background

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 23/06/2026

It's 25% OFF UPCOMING BOOKS sale time over at B&N! From June 23-26th, use code PREORDER25 at check out and get your soon to be fav books at a great price!

a graphic with repeating pattern of the covers of THE LIBRARY OF MEMORIES and TO DANCE THE MOON AND STARS with information about Barnes&Noble's 25% off upcoming books sale

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 22/06/2026

See you this week at #ALAAC26 @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social in Chicago! The handy dandy graphics below have all the info you need to know about what you'll find at booth 1551, plus my panel and signing info! 📚

A graphic with a photo of Barbara and information about ALA Annual, happening in Chicago June 25-29. Barbara will be at booth 1551 where attendees can chat with her, receive freebies and pointing them to the following slide for programming information

A graphic with information about ALA Annual, happening in Chicago June 25-29 and Barbara's programming schedule during the event which is as follows:

SATURDAY, JUNE 27TH

MEET THE AUTHOR
BOOTH #1551, 11:00AM-12:00PM

SUNDAY, JUNE 28TH

Booklist Comics Panel, Part I
Graphic Novel/Gaming Stage (#1342)
10:30AM-11:20AM + Signing to follow

MEET THE AUTHOR
BOOTH #1551, 2:00PM-3:00PM

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 17/06/2026

I’ll be at ALA Annual (@amlibraryassoc.bsky.social)! If you will be too, please stop on by Booth 1551! 📚 I’m finishing up gathering my programming schedule, so be on the lookout for that 📅 #ALAAC26

A graphic with a photo of Barbara and information about ALA Annual, happening in Chicago June 25-29. Barbara will be at booth 1551

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Barbara Perez Marquez @ NYCC 🍎 @mustachebabs.com · 15/06/2026

Chicago!🎉 Can't wait to see you at the end of the month, so excited to be signing at Goblin Market Manga, Comics & Curiosities on June 25th, 2pm-4pm! To RSVP and read more details about the event, check here: www.eventbrite.com/e/author-sig...

A digital graphic with a photo of Barbara and the covers of To All the Boys I've Loved Before the Graphic Novel and The Library of Memories, with the following information:

Goblin Market
Author Signing
Thursday, June 25
2pm-4pm

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