Press & Events

Recent Press:

ABC NEWS LIVE: Social media character 'Tubby Nugget' set to debut in new graphic novel

ABC NEWS LIVE: Social media character 'Tubby Nugget' set to debut in new graphic novel

Co-creators Jenine Pastores and Josh Jackson discuss their character, Tubby Nugget, known for spreading messages of kindness, self-acceptance and optimism to over 10 million social media followers with ABC Newscaster, Gio Benitez.

February 21, 2026
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SCMP: How Asian-American couple’s Tubby Nugget went from doodle to viral sensation

SCMP: How Asian-American couple’s Tubby Nugget went from doodle to viral sensation

The husband-and-wife creators of Tubby Nugget reflect on their character’s incredible success as they release their first graphic novel with Chloe Loung from South China Morning Post.

March 3, 2026
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Publishers Weekly (Children's Industry News): Yu & Me & Tubby in NYC

Publishers Weekly (Children's Industry News): Yu & Me & Tubby in NYC

Co-creators Jenine Pastores and Josh Jackson dropped by Yu & Me Bookstore in NYC with Tubby for the launch of their graphic novel series "The Adventures of Tubby Nugget" (Penguin Workshop).

March 5, 2026
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Our Events

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Come meet Tubby Nugget at VIDCON Anaheim 2026!
June 27, 2026

Come meet Tubby Nugget at VIDCON Anaheim 2026!

Anaheim, CA
Tubby Nugget is proud to be a Featured Creator at VIDCON for the third year in a row! Come meet us and hundreds of your other favorite creators for this special annual event in Anaheim, California!
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Meet & Greet @ Yu & Me Bookstore, NYC
February 24, 2026

Meet & Greet @ Yu & Me Bookstore, NYC

Manhattan, NYC
Come meet Tubby, Josh, and Jenine at Yu & Me Bookstore for a special signing!
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Musical Meet & Greet @ Vroman's Bookstore, Pasadena
March 01, 2026

Musical Meet & Greet @ Vroman's Bookstore, Pasadena

Pasadena, CA
Join the Tubby team for a special book signing/reading/musical performance featuring Tubby Nugget on stage!
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