Cartoon Books Inc’s third graphic novel series, Tuki, went live on Kickstarter last week. It has already soared past its initial goal before writer and artist Jeff Smith and publisher Vijaya Iyer even knew what was happening. Iyer and Smith practically glow with excitement on the screen as we chat about the fun they are…
INTERVIEW: Artist and Co-Creator Erica D’Urso Brings the Action and Emotion to Inferno Girl Red
Mat Groom and Erica D’Urso’s Inferno Girl Red has taken off on Kickstarter. Following up on our interview with writer Groom, we’re checking in with D’Urso to chat about her art and other creative contributions to this exciting new character and story.
INTERVIEW: Tokusatsu, Boarding School Dramas, & Superhero Comics Come Together in Mat Groom’s Inferno Girl Red
In Inferno Girl Red, Cássia Costa needs something to believe in, especially after an ancient cult and their demon army steal Apex City, her home. Cássia discovers that she is the only person who can right this wrong with a mysterious and powerful dragon bracelet affixes itself to her arm. Now, as the only person…
Ricardo Delgado’s Dracula of Transylvania Promises a Horrifying Yet Fun Addition to Vampire Lore
Ricardo Delgado is well-known for his comic series, Age of Reptiles comics and cites the paintings of Charles R. Knight’s as childhood inspiration. For his latest work, the film and comic artist draws on his childhood adoration of classic monster movies from Hammer and Universal studios, Marvel’s Tomb of Dracula comics, Famous Monsters of Filmland…
REVIEW: Soldier/Sailor is a Sexy Queer Superhero Story, But Needs More Plot
In Soldier/Sailor, Colonel Jacob Stone is tasked with taking down Armon Seafarer, Prince Regent of Atlantis, and a perceived threat to the US government. This should be an easy job for a decorated colonel. But there’s a problem—Jacob and Armon have history, which makes being enemies very difficult.
Cartoonist Peter Ricq Firmly Believes That Ghost Are People Too
In a gorgeously illustrated 40-page book, cartoonist Peter Ricq introduces us to Ethan Alby in Ghost are People Too. Ethan is a charming little boy who loves playing with toys and his dog and spending time with his family — even though his family doesn’t actually know that he’s there.
Cottagecore, Witchery, and Zine-Making: An Interview With Lucy Kagan
If there’s a time when the world needs cute and cozy art that prioritizes care, kindness, and magical empathy more than 2020, I can’t think of it. Enter Hazel, a witch’s lifestyle zine curated, edited, published, and designed by artist Lucy Kagan. This year’s issue, which has a theme of “Spirit,” is the series’ last…
Gamal Hennessy on The Business of Independent Comic Book Publishing
The world of comics is changing. With DC suffering mass layoffs shortly after separating from Diamond distribution and Marvel struggling to find a brand outside of their brilliant X-Books, there is an industry wide reconsideration of the publishing landscape. Outside of the world of the big two though there is a thriving world of independent…
Dr. Love Wave and the Experiments #1 Hits All the Right Notes
Dealing with the passing of a loved one takes time, and on the anniversary of the death of his mother, Milt just wants to play the night away with his band in Dr. Love Wave and the Experiments #1. Too bad about those aliens though.
Revisiting the American Century with Stephan Franck’s Palomino
Following up on the critical success of his Rosalynd Van Helsing series, Silver, creator Stephan Franck returns with Palomino, a noir-styled exploration of the lost subculture of LA’s country western music scene of the ’80s, the myths the era created, and the people who believed in the promises the lifestyle offered. “Cowboy culture is central…
Previously on Comics: Some Good News Edition
Hello everyone, and welcome to a special Some Good News edition of Previously on Comics. Inspired by John Krasinski’s YouTube show by the same name, my goal today is to highlight some of the ways that people are helping other people, whether that be through offering grants and money, to creating art that makes people…
Living Heroes: Stephanie Williams on Her Fan Comic, Getting Funded, and Being the Meme Queen
When Stephanie Williams decided to run a Kickstarter for her new fan comic project, Living Heroes with artist O’Neill Jones, she could never have imagined it’d be fully funded in just 24 hours. As a huge fan of Steph’s webcomics, comics criticism, and general online presence, I quizzed her about her newest project, her journey…