Publisher Spotlight: Fanbase Press  

Are you one of the millions of fans of Fanbase Press? Here at Hoopla, we’re proud to offer the entire Fanbase comics catalog. This award-winning publisher offers a diverse catalog of comic series that’s waiting for you to dive in. These fantastically entertaining comics are also thoughtful and inclusiveโ€”showing comics fans that meaningful storytelling can be equally fun to read. And the whole catalog is available on Hoopla for easy, free access anytime. 

Founding and History 

Founded in 2010 under the name Fanboy Comics, Fanbase Press rebranded in May 2016 under the leadership of cofounders Barbra and Bryant Dillon. The new name reflected an expanded creative visionโ€”one that celebrates fandom while also challenging traditional ideas about what comic books can be. Today, Fanbase Press is recognized not only as a publisher, but also as a trusted voice within the broader fanbase and “geek culture” community. 

The Fanbase Press BingePass 

The Fanbase Press BingePass unlocks single issues from 10 different series in the Fanbase catalog, making it easy to jump into new fandoms. With one borrow, enjoy unlimited seven-day access to titles like Quince (in English and Spanish), Ripple Effects, and Nuclear Power. 

BingePass is unique to the Hoopla streaming service and offers seven days of unlimited access to entire platforms, collections, and series. Explore the rest of Hooplaโ€™s growing BingePass collection, all for free with your library card.โ€ฏโ€ฏโ€ฏโ€ฏ 

Some Highlights from Fanbase Pressย 

Ripple Effects: The Deluxe Edition by Jordan Hart 

In a world full of superheroes, George Gibson cannot be physically harmed, yet he battles daily to survive.ย George lives with type 1 diabetes:ย 

Aย non-workingย pancreasย thatย demands constant care, making his body simultaneously his greatest power and enduring vulnerability. Includesย forewordsย and afterwords by Eisner Award-winning writers and illustrators.ย ย 

Four-Color Heroes by Richard Fairgray 

This tender coming-of-age love story is about two star-crossed young men fromย different backgroundsย who find escape and connection through a shared comic book.

Their romance unfolds in a New Zealand high school before the 2004 Civil Union Act legalized same-sex unions.ย 

Award-Winning Comics for Every Reader 

Fanbase Press has earned major industry recognition, including a GLAAD Media Award and nominations from the Eisner and Harvey Awards. Its catalog spans genres and styles, from superhero comic books to deeply personal stories grounded in real-world cultures and experiences.  

Fanbase Press has comics in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, and Mฤori, making them accessible to a wider audience. 

Stories That Go Beyond Entertainment 

At the heart of Fanbase Press is the belief that #StoriesMatter. Every comic series is created with intention, emphasizing empathy, representation, and personal growth.  

Read Fanbase Press on Hoopla 

The entire Fanbase Press comics catalog is available on Hoopla. Dive in and explore their acclaimed titles and we know you’ll agree that #StoriesMatter! 

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