AUDIBLE BRINGS KATE MCKINNON & EMILY LYNNE,
MATT DINNIMAN & JEFF HAYS TO SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON
WITH TWO EXCLUSIVE PANELS ON JULY 25, SISTERS KATE MCKINNON & EMILY LYNNE DISCUSS AUDIBLE'S MEDIEVAL COMEDY SERIES HEADS WILL ROLL, AND AUTHOR MATT DINNIMAN & NARRATOR JEFF HAYS CELEBRATE HIT SERIES DUNGEON CRAWLER CARL
ALONGSIDE IMMERSIVE 'LEVEL UP LOUNGE' ACTIVATION AND SURPRISE EXPERIENCES THROUGHOUT THE CONVENTION
Audible is taking over San Diego Comic-Con in 2026 with two exclusive panels celebrating hit Audible Original series Heads Will Roll and the wildly popular Dungeon Crawler Carl audiobooks, and alongside Audible's "Level Up Lounge"—an immersive, interactive player hub inspired by two of Audible's biggest genre audiobook worlds. The activation allows fans to enter the worlds of the LitRPG sensation Dungeon Crawler Carl and the hit Audible original sci-fi phenomenon Bobiverse. Fans can earn XP (experience points) through interactive experiences dedicated to these series, redeemable for exclusive loot and prizes. Plus, keep an eye out for surprise activations bringing the world of Dungeon Crawler Carl to the streets of San Diego throughout the convention.
PANELS
Audible Presents: Goddamnit, Donut: A Totally Professional Panel with Matt Dinniman & Jeff Hays. Step into the wildly entertaining world of litRPG as DUNGEON CRAWLER CARL author Matt Dinniman and narrator Jeff Hays take the stage together. From the explosive success of the DCC audiobooks on Audible to the art of transforming irreverent, high-octane storytelling into unforgettable audio performances, this conversation dives into the creative chemistry between writer and voice actor. Expect behind-the-scenes stories, insights into building a devoted fanbase, and a look at how humor, heart, and chaos come together across page and performance. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the series, this panel promises laughs, surprises, and a deeper appreciation for the craft behind the madness. New York Times bestselling author of the Dungeon Crawler Carl series Matt Dinniman, Dungeon Crawler Carl series audio narrator Jeff Hays, moderated by Maude Garrett @maudegarrett . Date & Time TBA | Hilton San Diego Bayfront, Room TBA.
Heads Will Roll: Kate McKinnon & Emily Lynne on Crafting Audible's Hit Medieval Comedy Series. Join comedy powerhouses and real-life sisters Kate McKinnon (SNL, Barbie) and Emily Lynne as they take you behind the scenes of their hit Audible Original comedy series Heads Will Roll. With season two, Heir Apparent, now available, Kate and Emily will share the creative chaos of building their absurd medieval world—think Game of Thrones meets What We Do in the Shadows—where a raven turns into a toad, queens face demonic reproductive deadlines, and nothing goes according to plan. This conversation will reveal how these siblings transformed their shared sense of humor into a New York Times bestselling audio series. Kate and Emily will discuss their creative process, share stories from recording with an all-star cast including Carrie Coon, Sam Richardson, Megan Mullally, Richard Kind, Patti LuPone, and more, and explain why audio storytelling gave them the freedom to create their most unhinged fantasy comedy adventure yet. Expect laughs, chaos, and insight into what happens when you give two comedy siblings complete creative control. Kate McKinnon (Co-Creator, SNL, Barbie), Emily Lynne (Co-Creator), moderated by Executive Producer of Broadway Video, Britta. Date & Time TBA | San Diego Convention Center, Room TBA.
AUDIBLE’S “LEVEL UP LOUNGE” ACTIVATION
WHAT: The ultimate player hub and immersive fan space inspired by Audible’s biggest LitRPG worlds, Dungeon Crawler Carl and Bobiverse. Attendees will earn XP (experience points) based on their level of participation and engagement, which are redeemable for exclusive "loot". Experiences include:
A BOBIVERSE zone inspired by “BobNet,” the interstellar digital communication network
A DUNGEON CRAWLER CARL survival zone where fans can record a “Crawler Incident Report”
Cosplay touchups, listening and phone charging stations, and fan photo ops
Exclusive themed giveaways and prizes
WHERE: Swing Social, 527 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
WHEN: Saturday, July 25 | 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
PRINCESS DONUT FOOD TRUCK
WHAT: A fully wrapped Princess Donut branded food truck will be distributing free donuts holes, custom Audible-branded boxes with QR codes, and exclusive merch to SDCC attendees on the streets of San Diego. To the uninitiated, it's a free snack. To fans, it's the Donut Holes—the series' beloved unofficial fan club—made edible and mobile.
Exclusive themed donuts holes inspired by the series, including:
GODDAMNIT, DONUT! (Cinnamon) – A blast of pure cinnamon chaos. Warning: May cause spontaneous explosions, pants loss, and a deep resentment of enthusiastic AI announcers.
SAMANTHA'S HEAD (Powdered sugar) – A ghost-white treat that doesn't come with a body but promises to scream insults at your mother if you eat too many.
THE DESPERADO GLAZE (Vanilla glaze) – A smooth, glossy treat reserved strictly for the dungeon's high society. Princess Donut approved. If you are a dirty, barefoot biped who hasn't paid your club dues, put it down immediately.
Keep your eyes open for additional Dungeon Crawler Carl-themed surprises on the streets throughout the convention.
WHEN: Friday, July 24 | 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: 502 7th Ave San Diego, CA 92101
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