We develop character-driven graphic novels for young readers, building on many years of storytelling in children’s animation
The Happy Makers A creative studio focused on developing original graphic novel series for young readers.
A writer–illustrator team with over 30 years of experience in animation and visual narrative,
we develop original graphic novels where story and image evolve side by side.
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Selected animation credits include:
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, The Magic School Bus Rides Again, Franklin the Turtle, and Pretzels and his puppies.
Featured Project
Vincent: The Mystery of the Golden Pot
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A middle-grade, noir-tinged culinary mystery blending adventure, comedy, and heart.
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When the Golden Pot disappears on the eve of Rhinoca Bay’s biggest cooking competition, something begins to unfold beneath the spectacle.
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The first title in a planned graphic novel series —
available for representation.
Original Graphic Novels
We create original, character-driven graphic novels for middle-grade readers (ages 8–12), with a focus on mystery, humour, and visual storytelling. Our projects are developed with series potential in mind and grounded in clear narrative structure and expressive art.
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Story & Food Adventures
Our stories often weave cooking into the narrative, using food as a way to explore creativity, culture, and connection. In Vincent: The Mystery of the Golden Pot, culinary competition meets a light noir mystery, offering fast-paced adventure with heart.
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Behind the Scenes Blog
We share studio reflections on visual storytelling, design choices, and the graphic novels that inspire us. From time to time, we also post behind-the-scenes notes on our own creative work — focusing on craft, collaboration, and the ideas that shape our stories.
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We welcome conversations with agents, publishers, and collaborators
about Vincent and our growing slate of original projects.