FROM PARTS UNKNOWN #1
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The hit vampire wrestling saga comes to comic shops everywhere.
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Snip #1-2
Erase Someone Else. Save Yourself. If no one remembers, did it really happen?
Dates
February 2026
Live Now Back Project →
Naked Kaiju Woman #3
March 2026
Guess who's back? Bigger, bolder, and still fighting giant monsters.
Prelaunch Live Notify Me →
Crimson Frontier #1-2
April 2026
A New Space Western Invasion Series. Decades after the mineral rush, a quiet mining town becomes a battleground.
Prelaunch Live Notify Me →Coming to Direct Market
Upcoming FOC: March 30
On Sale Date: April 29
From Parts Unknown #1
The hit vampire wrestling saga comes to comic shops everywhere. Don't miss the bell!
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Toronto Indie Author
AttendeeToronto, ON
April 18-19, 2026
San Diego Comic Con
GuestSan Diego, CA
July 22-26, 2026
Fan Expo Canada
AttendeeToronto, ON
Aug 27-29, 2026
Author Nation
AttendeeLas Vegas, NV
Nov 10–13, 2026
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Comic Series
Snip
2026-2027
5-Part Limited Series
Erase Someone Else. Save Yourself. If no one remembers, did it really happen? A gripping sci-fi thriller about memory, identity, and the cost of a clean slate.
Naked Kaiju Woman
2023 - Present
Ongoing Series
The city is attacked by Kaiju and only one person can stop it! Claire, a headstrong analyst who spends most of her time working at home in her sweats, has the ability to grow over 50 feet tall!
From Parts Unknown
2026
5-Part Limited Series
Wall-to-wall VAMPIRE WRESTLING ACTION! Brothers Bruno and Pietro are pro wrestlers drawn to a remote town up north where something is amiss. Blood may be thicker than water, but what if blood is the problem?
Crazy Latte Thing Called Love
2023
One-Shot
Liam, a lovelorn insurance adjuster, falls deeply in love with a barista, Ruby, who barely knows him. As his love falls deeper into obsession, he gets dragged into a world he was not prepared to enter.
Unlimited Udo
2024
One-Shot
Udo Dolos is a genius without parallel. Only he can solve the world's most complex and challenging problems. His solution? A copy of Udo Dolos for every problem.
Stay Cool
2026
One-Shot (Black & White)
A sci-fi noir tale about spontaneous combustion and revenge. Ellie Rose investigates the shady operations of the Dolos Corporation, but her colleagues begin bursting into flames around her.
What's Next?
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Novels & Anthologies
Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 2
Coming: 2026
Anthology | Action
The mayhem continues. More stories, more chaos, more pulp. Features 40 new authors from around the globe.
Switch / Restart
Upcoming
Novel | Sci-Fi
In a near-future, trading lives with willing participants becomes the norm. Until some swaps turn out less altruistic.
Backlot Babylon
Upcoming
Novel | Noir
Leo Lucas, a Hollywood fixer, navigates a world of deceit. Keeping stars shimmering and reporters at bay.
The Price of Fame
Upcoming
Novel | Noir
Scandal threatens to topple a studio head, and the price of keeping it quiet might be higher than Leo is willing to pay.
Cult of Glamour
Upcoming
Novel | Noir
A rising starlet disappears into a mysterious wellness retreat. Leo goes undercover to find the truth behind the beauty.
Collaborators
Driven by collaboration with artists from around the world.
| Name | Role | Location | Projects |
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| Adriano Ariganello | Publisher / Writer | Canada |
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| Riccardo Faccini | Artist | Italy |
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| Rafael Chrestani | Artist | Brazil |
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| JP Jordan | Colorist | Ireland |
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| Allison O'Toole | Editor | Canada |
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| Devin Arscott | Editor | United States |
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| Nate Walkington | Artist | United States |
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| Valentin de las Casas | Artist | Argentina |
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| Brian Azcurra | Artist | Brazil |
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| Roberto Viacava | Artist | Canada |
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| Debora Lancianese | Artist | Italy |
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| Mick Beyers | Artist | United States |
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| Will Robson | Artist | UK |
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| Mattia Monaco | Artist | Italy |
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| Daniel Caval | Artist | Brazil |
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Future Projects
Here is what we are cooking up in the kitchen for 2026 and beyond.
Direct Market
2026
From Parts Unknown #1
Series Premiere

From Parts Unknown #3
FOC: Jun 8, '26 On Sale: Jul 8, '26
From Parts Unknown #4
FOC: Jul 6, '26 On Sale: Aug 5, '26
From Parts Unknown #5
FOC: Aug 10, '26 On Sale: Sep 9, '26
Snip #1
FOC: Sep 7, '26 On Sale: Oct 7, '26
Snip #2
FOC: Oct 12, '26 On Sale: Nov 11, '26
Snip #3
FOC: Nov 9, '26 On Sale: Dec 9, '26
Snip #4
FOC: Dec 7, '26 On Sale: Jan 6, '27
Snip #5
FOC: Jan 11, '27 On Sale: Feb 10, '27
Crowdfunding

Snip #1 & 2
Feb 10 - Mar 4, 2026
Erase Someone Else. Save Yourself. If no one remembers, did it really happen?
Live Now Back Project
Naked Kaiju Woman #3
Mar 10 - Apr 10, 2026
Guess who's back? Bigger, bolder, and still fighting giant monsters.
Prelaunch Live Notify Me
Crimson Frontier #1 & 2
Apr 14 - May 8, 2026
A New Space Western Invasion Series. Decades after the mineral rush, a quiet mining town becomes a battleground.
Prelaunch Live Notify Me
Prime Cut #1 & 2
Sep 30 - Oct 22, 2026
A New Mob Mystery Thriller Series. A former New York mob enforcer starts a new life in Miami.
Prelaunch Live Notify MeSnip #3, #4 & #5
Launch: Jun 23, '26
Crimson Frontier #3 & #4
Launch: Jul 28, '26
Naked Kaiju Woman #4
Launch: Aug 18, '26
Crimson Frontier #5 & #6
Launch: Oct 6, '26
Naked Kaiju Woman #5
Launch: Feb 16, '27
Prime Cut #3 & #4
Launch: Mar 3, '27
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From Parts Unknown #1
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On Sale Date: April 29
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About Pesto Comics
Pesto Comics is an independent comic book publisher based in Etobicoke (Toronto), Ontario. Established in 2023 by Adriano Ariganello.
From pro-wrestling vampires to giant kaiju women and sci-fi noir, we don't stick to one flavor. We believe in the power of crowdfunding to bring unique visions directly to readers.
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F.A.Q.
Why 'Pesto' Comics? +
Pesto, the sauce, is a pulpy mixture that goes great on pasta, bread, or anything you could imagine. Much like the sauce, we create PULP that goes good with any genre. We aim to add flavor to your reading stack.
Where is this comic being made? +
This is a worldly effort! We collaborate with incredible artists from all over the globe—from Italy to Brazil—but the books themselves are produced and published right here in Canada.
Why release on Kickstarter before stores? +
In today's difficult comic market, ensuring artists get paid fair rates is our top priority. We rely on both direct-to-consumer avenues, like Kickstarter, and the Direct Market to make it feasible. Crowdfunding helps cover production costs upfront so we can maintain the highest quality possible when we bring the books to store shelves.
Why support on Kickstarter vs. waiting for the store? +
You can support us wherever you feel comfortable! We want to give everyone options—and we love comic shops. However, to make the Kickstarter campaigns special, we offer exclusive variant covers, behind-the-scenes treats, and direct interaction that you won't find in stores.
Additionally, some books, like Naked Kaiju Woman, may not be appropriate for all store shelves and are available primarily via Kickstarter for the time being.
Do you accept submissions? +
Currently, we are not accepting unsolicited pitches. We prefer to work with artists we approach directly.
Where do you ship? +
For our Kickstarter campaigns, we ship WORLDWIDE! Our direct market comics are available at any stores supplied by Lunar, Universal, or Diamond UK (which is nearly everyone!).
What is your release schedule? +
We aim to release comics on Kickstarter and have a book on your comic shop shelves every month.