Podcasts about graphic novels

The boys have reached the end of their six comic standalone summer event. Tune in to find out what Josh and Trav thought about the experience and what lessons they will take away.

What belongs at the beginning of your book? Brad and Dave discuss whether an anti-AI statement offers creators any meaningful protection, break down the information that belongs on a copyright page, and explore the many ways cartoonists can approach the first page of a story or chapter. The best opening isn't determined by a universal rule—it should establish the right expectations, reflect the story you're telling, and give readers a reason to keep going. Topics include: Skunk Watch 2026 Do anti-AI statements offer creators legal protection? Why a standard copyright notice may already cover AI training The difference between creating, declaring, and registering a copyright What information belongs on a copyright page Copyright and trademark ownership When to use ™ and when to use ® Print location, printing numbers, and edition information ISBNs and Library of Congress numbers Combining copyright, title, credit, and dedication pages Should a comic begin with a splash page? Does the main character need to appear on page one? Using the opening page to establish tone and make a promise to the reader Why different stories require different kinds of openings Brad's two-page system for beginning a new Evil Inc chapter Creating separate covers for SFW and NSFW editions Using chapter openers as archive markers, promotional art, and production buffers Dave's approach to prologues, chapter openings, and world-building vignettes The difference between the first page and the first chapter ComicLab LIVE at the National Cartoonists Society Reuben Awards You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.

The Speakers of Geek react to big changes for Marvel Comics. We announce the third Ignition Press Contest winner. A dip into the CGS Mailbag provides an amazing find. And then we review a number of titles including Turbocharged Teenager, the Last Starfighter, Bad Thoughts with art by Dave Wachter, Foundations from 3W3M, Rocketeer: Infiltrator 1, the latest issues of Barbara Gordon: Breakout, Superboy Prime in Superman, the Ordained from Bad Idea, Bizarro Year None, and much much more including initial thoughts on the remastered Absolute Crisis on Infinite Earths Hardcover! (1:51:05)

Send us Fan MailHannah and Laura are covering the first third of Turn Coat by Jim Butcher and are struggling to understand why Harry Dresden is helping out a certain terrible warden. They also chat about the impact of an incredibly popular book, Hannah's journey into The Righteous Gemstones, and a book that Laura is adding to her favorites list.**This episode contains SPOILERS for Turn Coat by Jim Butcher. Spoiler section begins at: 47 min 21 secs. ***CW for the episode: discussions of racism, sexism, politics, climate change, death, violence, blood, gore, immigration, police, sex, drugs *Media Mentions:Turn Coat by Jim Butcher Holler: A Graphic Memoir of Rural Resistance by Denali Sai NalamalapuHeartstopper, Vol. 6 by Alice Oseman Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke The Righteous Gemstones---HBO Max Support the showBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com YouTube: @owwrpodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsBlueSky: @myyypod

I love the emotional awareness of this whole series ... a must for every teen especially as they embark on a new chapter heading into final year of school or off to college ... The focus on communication in relationships really rocks! The mental health themes are covered so well .. not preachy or central focus - just an honesty in navigation as part of life ... Heartstopper: Volume SixAlice Osemanhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/239320055-heartstopper

The Watership Down Podcast is intended for listeners who are familiar with the plot. There will be spoilers. This episode is scripted, narrated, recorded and edited by Newell Fisher.Contributions to upcoming episode:thewatershipdownpodcast@outlook.com NEW RSS.COM FEED:https://media.rss.com/thewatershipdownpodcast/feed.xmlOTHER LINKS: With thanks to Andrew Stevens:'Understanding Comics: The Hidden Art' by Scott McCloud: https://www.scottmccloud.com/2-print/1-uc/ Bob Cropman's website: https://watershipdownonline.co.uk/ Awards for the graphic novel:https://www.instagram.com/p/C97CumNRDA7/?igsh=dzJvZWtqN2oyOHdz https://www.instagram.com/p/DO5P__NjWTM/?igsh=MWdrb3o2bGs3emJ3cA== CONTACTS AND SOCIAL MEDIA: Email: thewatershipdownpodcast@outlook.com Social media: YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/@thewatershipdownpodcast?si=YW8NfnuwYuyOWhPVFacebook page:https://www.facebook.com/thewatershipdownpodcast The Watership Down Podcast Honeycomb on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/468458781496287/?ref=share Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thewatershipdownpodcast?igsh=MWtlNjR5MDNrNGZzdw== Threads:https://www.threads.net/@thewatershipdownpodcast Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/watershipdpodcast.bsky.social Past charity appeals: Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund website:https://rabbitwelfare.co.uk/

On this 50th episode of Shelf Care: The Podcast, we take a broader look at the field of librarianship with a conversation with former ALA Executive Director Bob Wedegeworth, the first Black person to hold that position, about his memoir, Breaking Barriers: A Librarian's Story of Changing Times. Then Susan sits down with Booklist's Editor, Books for Youth and Graphic Novels, Sarah Hunter, about what she's been reading and loving lately. Here's what we talked about: Breaking Barriers: A Librarian's Story of Changing Times, by Robert Wedgeworth The Dissidents: Autocrats! Vigilantes! Communists! And Cartoonists!, by Derf Backderf. Art by the author Fish and Water, by Gengoroh Tagame. Art by the author. Translated by Anne Ishii Witch's Inheritance, by Paige Hender. Art by the author Mexikid: A Graphic Memoir, by Pedro Martín. Illus. by the author Mexikid Dreams: A Graphic Memoir, by Pedro Martín. Art by the author Roller Girl, by Victoria Jamieson. Illus. by the author The Whole Wide World of Mabel Mulligan, by Victoria Jamieson. Art by the author This One Summer, by Mariko Tamaki and Jillian Tamaki. Illus. by Jillian Tamaki Young Cat, Old Cat, by Jillian Tamaki. Illus. by the author Rebecca, by Kate Beaton. Illus. by Sydney Smith Hark! A Vagrant, by Kate Beaton. Illus. by the author Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands, by Kate Beaton. Illus. by the author. Have You Ever Seen a Ghost?, by Daniel Kwan and Julia Pott. Illus. by Sean Lewis

We cover a number of topics this episode including selecting another Ignition Press Contest winner, tales from our trips to Hershey Comic Con, Comics and Paperbacks Plus, AA Comics and Cards, and the Berks Book Bonanza and comics we purchased along the way. We then give our recommendations for Comic Coming Attractions for September 2026! (1:46:24)

We had the best time chatting with the absolute icon that is THE Barbara Perez Marquez! We can't wait for you all to join us, but first, here's more about Barbara:Barbara Perez Marquez was born and raised in the Dominican Republic, now she lives in the USA. She holds an MFA in Creative Writing and writes short and long-form fiction. During her career, she has also been an editor, translator, and even a sensitivity reader for several publications and projects. Her work was first featured in a student collection in the 7th grade, which inspired her desire to become a writer. Since then, she's been featured in a number of literary journals, as well as anthologies. You can find her among the creators behind The Cardboard Kingdom, the Eisner-nominated graphic novel series about a neighborhood of kids having amazing adventures with cardboard. Her next graphic novel, The Library of Memories, is out in 2026.Find Barbara: https://www.mustachebabs.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/mustachebabs/

Cartoonist and author Dylan Meconis joins Dave Kellett to discuss marketing middle-grade webcomics, working with fans who offer to translate your work, and finding the right balance between control and accessibility. They also share practical advice for cartoonists creating an autobiographical avatar — including how simplification, posture, clothing, line quality, and tone can make a character feel unmistakably like you. Topics include: Marketing and monetizing middle-grade webcomics Reaching young readers through parents, newsletters, libraries, and local events Using print editions, zines, and snail-mail clubs to complement online comics Deciding whether to permit fan translations Maintaining quality control with beta readers and creator-hosted translations Balancing copyright concerns with the desire to reach new audiences Designing a cartoon version of yourself for memoir and autobiographical comics You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.

Today we are on the cusp of a big week in Comics as SDCC approaches and I was lucky enough to be joined by Amy Chase and Savanna Mayer to talk about the latest in the new IDW Crime Imprint with the murder mystery Fixation. This 42 page 1st issue bring us Taylor Van Owens and her best friend Karrah, Taylor won a contest as a Fan VIP to witness the reunion of her favorite book and series Blood Mountain complete with a reunion of all the past cast members. The Town in Vail where the series takes place isn't all it's cracked up to be. Taylor encounters the characters that she fell in love with only to find out that sometimes its better not to meet your heroes. The Book series got her through a tough time, but the Vail is disguised in jealousy, manipulation, and Murder. Listen as Amy and Savanna gives details in the makings of this first issue Graphic Novel. Final Order Cutoff is August 3rd for preorders and the books releases September 9th.Written by Amy ChaseArtwork by Savanna MayerColors by James FennerLetters and Design by Sandy TanakaEdited by Riley Farmer

A number of interesting graphic novels have been brought to our attention recently — works with laugh-out-loud moments and deeper meanings as well. We review three of them in this episode: Heaven by Katie Skelly is a Fantagraphics book about a haunted strip club. Jason joins Tim to discuss it. Was That Normal? by Alex Potts (Avery Hill) gives us a neurodivergent main character and a vague threat from a crumbling tower. Adam and Tim review it. John of the Night (Avery Hill) is a wild scifi epic by Darryl Cunningham. As Emmet and Tim will discuss, Cunningham normally publishes fact-based comics journalism, such as bios of Ayn Rand and Vladimir Putin, but this time he turns in a really enjoyable work of fiction. Brought to you by: Checkered Past podcast Our supporters on Patreon

(00:52) Die US-amerikanische Künstlerin Emil Ferris ist eine Spätzünderin. Über fünfzig war sie, als sie 2017 ihre Graphic Novel «Am liebsten mag ich Monster» publizierte. Das Buch änderte ihr Leben - die 400 Seiten lange Graphic Novel gilt als Meilenstein des modernen Comic. Weitere Themen: (05:48) Gelungene Unterhaltung mit Tiefgang – die Schweizer Autorin Yael Inokai legt mit «Die Auster» ihren ersten Krimi vor. (10:00) Hommage zum 80. Geburtstag – das Vélosolex, das Fahrrad mit kleinem Hilfsmotor, erfreut sich bei Sammlern bis heute grosser Beliebtheit. (14:44) «Jeder Künstler stellt eine Gefahr für sein unmittelbares Umfeld dar» - Regisseur Pedro Almodóvar erzählt von seinem neuen Film «Amarga Navidad» - und davon, wie es war, als er noch nicht so berühmt war wie heute. (19:27) Statt Familienalltag ein Leben im Restaurant – in ihrem Debut «Unter Gästen» erzählt die Schweizer Autorin Caroline Roger präzise und empathisch von einer Gastronomenfamilie.

Heinz Strunk: "Memories of Heidelberg"Auf die Produktivität von Heinz Strunk ist Verlass: Er gehört inzwischen zu den Autoren, von denen in kurzen Abständen immer wieder etwas Neues erscheint. Jedes Jahr bringt er ein weiteres Buch heraus. Mit "Der goldene Handschuh" und "Zauberberg 2" gab er selbst der wahren Geschichte um den Hamburger Frauenmörder Fritz Honka oder Thomas Manns großem Literaturklassiker die unverkennbare Strunk-Note. In seinem neuen Roman kehrt er zurück in die Trostlosigkeit des banalen Alltags. Juliane Bergmann hat "Memories of Heidelberg" gelesen.Jörg Schieke: "Chin-chin, der Weg führt ins Mondgestein"Zwischen Phantastik und Alltag, Trinkspruch und Mondgestein oszilliert der neue Band des Lyrikers und Journalisten Jörg Schieke. Im Gespräch erzählt er, wie Themen auf ihn zukommen, wie er die Diskrepanz zwischen Dichter und Literaturkritiker aushält und er liest eines seiner neuen Gedichte. "Die Summe seiner Teile" Die Graphic Novel von Julia Zejn und Matthias Lehmann kommt aus Leipzig, einer Stadt mit großer grafischer Tradition. Und hier arbeitet inzwischen auch eine junge Generation von Comic-Künstlern. Mitunter sogar zusammen. Wolfgang Schilling stellt die neue Graphic Novel vor. Patricia Thoma: Comic im GefängnisZwei Jahre lang ist Comic-Illustratorin Patricia Thoma durch verschiedene Gefängnisse in ganz Deutschland gefahren und hat Comic-Workshops für Inhaftierte gegeben. Daraus sind zwei Comic-Bände entstanden: Erst "Im Jugendarrest" und vor kurzem "Im Gefängnis". Die Zeichnungen der Inhaftierten sind in die Bücher eingeflossen. Besucht hat Thoma auch das Gefängnis "Roter Ochse" in Halle an der Saale. Tini von Poser hat Illustratorin Patricia Thoma getroffen sowie mit einem Inhaftierten in Halle gesprochen, der am Comic-Workshop teilgenommen hat. Douglas Stuart: "John of John"Cal ist zurück und all das, vor dem er nach Edinburgh geflüchtet war, ist wieder da: das karge Leben auf den Hebriden, der windgepeitschte Kreislauf aus Schafzucht und Nächten am Webstuhl, die Enge der Inselgemeinschaft. Das größte Problem ist allerdings sein Vater. Rainer Moritz stellt den Roman vor.Hörspieltipp: "Unser Haus mit Rutsche"So heißt der aktuelle Roman von Safia al Bagdadi, der jetzt auch als Hörbuch in ARD Sounds verfügbar ist. Aufgenommen wurde das Hörbuch, gesprochen von der Autorin selbst, als Koproduktion von HR, MDR, NDR und SR zusammen mit dem Hörbuchverlag speak low beim Saarländischen Rundfunk in Saarbrücken. Dort ist Safia Al Bagdadi geboren und aufgewachsen und die Stadt ist auch Schauplatz des Romans. Sally-Charell Delin war bei der Aufnahme dabei und hat mit der Autorin gesprochen

Comic Talk! Contest winners! Off the Racks! And more! Longtime listener Bill Beechler joins us for a variety of topics starting off with the first winner announcement of the Ignition Press Comics Contest! From there, we discuss the Heritage Original Art Auction for Iron Man's first appearance, go through the comic racks of July 1986, review the first issues of Deadman, Eye Collector and the Future is ****** and other Geek Chat! (1:44:48)

fWotD Episode 3362: The Halo Graphic Novel Welcome to featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia's finest articles.The featured article for Sunday, 19 July 2026, is The Halo Graphic Novel.The Halo Graphic Novel is a graphic novel anthology published by Marvel Comics in partnership with Bungie, set in the universe of the science fiction franchise Halo. The Halo Graphic Novel was the series' first entry into the sequential art medium, and features aspects of the Halo universe which until then had not been discussed or seen in any medium.The majority of the book is divided into four short stories by different writers and artists from the computer game and comic industries. Each story focuses on different aspects of the Halo universe, revealing stories that are tangential to the main plot of the game. Apart from the stories, the book also contains an extensive art gallery compiled of contributions from Bungie, Marvel and independent sources.Released on July 19, 2006, The Halo Graphic Novel was well-received, with reviewers noting the cohesiveness of the work as a whole, as well as the diversity of the individual material. The success of the novel led to Marvel announcing a new limited comic series, Halo: Uprising, and other future Halo comic books.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:50 UTC on Sunday, 19 July 2026.For the full current version of the article, see The Halo Graphic Novel on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Matthew.

This week, Brad and Dave talk about the best business model for longform webcomics — and why putting your comic online for free is still the strongest way to build a sustainable career. Also: Kickstarter's late-pledge and pledge-manager tools, the difference between market research and mirror research, and how to keep going when your first posts get nothing but crickets. ON THIS WEEK'S SHOW... Dave's backyard skunk problem may or may not require Super Soakers What's the best business model for longform webcomics? Why fear of theft can stop creators from building an audience Why free-to-read comics remain the best foundation for a comics business “First comes the crowd, then comes the funding” Why readers who enjoy your work online are often first in line to buy the book How delayed access and early-access posts fit into a Patreon strategy Why exclusive side stories can work better than paywalling your main archive Avoiding physical rewards on Patreon and Substack Dave will be at San Diego Comic-Con booth 1228 with free ComicLab pins (use the super-easy mnemonic: 1BAT)  Kickstarter late pledges and Pledge Manager are bringing in real money Why charging shipping closer to fulfillment can be safer Market research vs. mirror research How to estimate Kickstarter shipping more accurately What to do when you start posting online and get “crickets” Why seven posts is not enough time to expect traction Reframing early work as building an archive for future fans Social-media advice for giving readers a reason to engage Why success in comics is a marathon, not a sprint You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.

The Watership Down Podcast is intended for listeners who are familiar with the plot. There will be spoilers. This episode is scripted, narrated, recorded and edited by Newell Fisher. Contributions to upcoming episode: thewatershipdownpodcast@outlook.com NEW RSS.COM FEED: https://media.rss.com/thewatershipdownpodcast/feed.xmlOTHER LINKS: With thanks to Andrew Stevens: 'Understanding Comics: The Hidden Art' by Scott McCloud: https://www.scottmccloud.com/2-print/1-uc/ Bob Cropman's website: https://watershipdownonline.co.uk/ Awards for the graphic novel:https://www.instagram.com/p/C97CumNRDA7/?igsh=dzJvZWtqN2oyOHdz https://www.instagram.com/p/DO5P__NjWTM/?igsh=MWdrb3o2bGs3emJ3cA== CONTACTS AND SOCIAL MEDIA: Email: thewatershipdownpodcast@outlook.com Social media: YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/@thewatershipdownpodcast?si=YW8NfnuwYuyOWhPV Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/thewatershipdownpodcast The Watership Down Podcast Honeycomb on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/468458781496287/?ref=share Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thewatershipdownpodcast?igsh=MWtlNjR5MDNrNGZzdw== Threads:https://www.threads.net/@thewatershipdownpodcast Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/watershipdpodcast.bsky.social Past charity appeals: Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund website:https://rabbitwelfare.co.uk/

Avengers: Armageddon has arrived! Red Hulk's devastating tear across the globe has begun and it's up to the Avengers to stop him. Listen in to hear our thoughts and reactions to the first issue of Marvel's newest event by Chip Zdarsky, Delio Diaz and Frank Alpizar, Jesus Aburtov, Cory Petit and company. (43:53)

CGS Chats returns with three new interviews: Yasmín Flores Montañez, artist of the We Are Pan graphic novel from Top Shelf; Olivia Stephens of the Darlin' and Her Other Names webcomic; and Travis Hymel, writer/artist of the Start Your Engines Kickstarter. (1:56:40)

This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.Ever wondered what a graphic novelist reads for fun? This week we're stepping outside our usual romance and mystery lanes to talk graphic novels and manga with debut author Richard Mercado.Richard Mercado joins the podcast to talk about his debut YA graphic novel Coming Out Perfect (pitched as Heartstopper meets Mean Girls), his journey from indie zine-maker in the Philippines to Scholastic Graphix author, and his process for plotting a graphic novel from script to thumbnails to final art. Then he shares five graphic novel and manga recommendations — perfect for readers looking to branch into visual storytelling, or longtime manga fans looking for their next read.

Witnessing adaptation is one of our great pleasures. How does one transform an audio medium into a visual one? How will the podcast World Beyond Number, from Brennan Lee Mulligan, Erika Ishii, Aabria Iyengar, and Lou Wilson, expand into The Wizard, The Witch, and The Wild One, courtesy of comic storytellers Jadzia Axelrod and Sarah Webb? When the chance to ponder the thought arose with some of those involved, we jumped at it. There are only days left ot support Worlds Beyond Wonder: The Wizard, the Witch, and the Wild One via Kickstarter. As of this writing, it's already reached over $1.8 million. The book is happening and will be published through Skybound Entertainment. Join the party in confidence. We spoke with Brennan Lee Mulligan, Erika Ishii, and Lou Wilson about their love of comics and the delight they've discovered in watching Jadzia Axelrod and Sarah Webb bring their story to this medium. We relish the love evident in their play, found in every Worlds Beyond Number episode. We discuss nerdom not as a monolith, but as an endless pebbly beach. This episode was a fantastic surprise, but not as big a surprise as the email we recently received that threw our lives into turmoil (which is the topic of today's introduction). Friends, we've been through it. Thank goodness for our comic book pals. Other Relevant Links to This Week's Episode: Subscribe to the Comic Book Couples Counseling YouTube Channel Watch The Stacks, Comic Creators Name Their Favorite Comics Previously on CBCC: Jadzia Axelrod on Justice League Dream Girls Comic Book Film Club: Punisher: War Zone at the Alamo Drafthouse in Winchester, Virginia on 7/12 at 5:00 PM. Co-Sponsored by Four Color Fantasies. Comic Book Club: Spider-Man: Brand New Day at Meanwhile...Coffee in Herndon, Virginia, on 8/2 at 3:30 PM Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Bluesky @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website, where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Jesse Lonergan and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou. This Week's Sponsors The Future is Calling! 2000 AD is the Galaxy's Greatest Comic, with new issues published every single week! Every 32-page issue of 2000 AD brings you the best in sci-fi and horror, featuring characters like Judge Dredd, Rogue Trooper, and more. Get a print subscription to 2000 AD and it'll arrive to your mailbox every week - and your first issue is free! Or subscribe digitally, and you can download DRM-free copies of each issue for only $9 a month. That's 128 pages of incredible comics every month for less than $10! Head to 2000AD.com and click on ‘subscribe' now – or download the 2000 AD app and start reading today! The charming town of Orchard has everything you could ever need: walkable streets, friendly residents, and no escape. But why would you want to leave? The world outside is a nuclear wasteland! It's much better to stay in the warm confines of Orchard and ignore the deep secrets it holds. After all, it's a safe place to live. Free on Webtoon, Winston Gambro's A Safe Place to Live is the dystopian horror comic you've been waiting for. It's Severance meets Archie. Support human-made art!. If you are a fan of the legendary artwork of Michael Turner, you need to check out The DC Art of Michael Turner on Kickstarter from Clover Press and Aspen Comics. This oversized deluxe hardcover celebrates Turner's unforgettable takes on Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Supergirl, The Flash, the Justice League, and more, all packed into a massive 200-plus-page coffee-table art book. And if you back the Kickstarter, you can get exclusive editions and extras you can't find in stores, including slipcases, sketchbook editions, portfolios, and more. Michael Turner's art defined an era of comics — and this is his definitive collection. Visit Kickstarter and search “The DC Art of Michael Turner” before the campaign ends on July 9th. Third Eye Comics is opening its biggest store ever: Third Eye 97, a 10,000-square-foot comic, game, and collectibles mega-store inside a former Walmart in Glen Burnie, Maryland, with the doors opening July 25th. Grand opening month goes huge with a Rob Liefeld signing at the new flagship on July 31st, the legend behind Youngblood, Deadpool, and Cable, live and in person. Can't make it to Maryland? The entire Third Eye world ships to your door at thirdeyecomics.com: new releases, back issues, games, and exclusives, sent anywhere with Third Eye Ships. See Third Eye's massive inventory while watching THE STACKS and then order those same books your favorite creators talk about online! Use codeword: STACKSORDIE for 15% off your order! The Alamo Drafthouse in Winchester, Va is not only unlike any theater in America; it's unlike any Alamo Drafthouse. It's a franchise. In fact, it's the first Alamo Drafthouse location outside of Texas. On July 5th, their Film Club is celebrating America's 250th with the 85th Anniversary of the Greatest Movie Ever Made, Citizen Kane! They'll have an encore screening of Kane on Wednesday, July 8th, too. Film Club is great, but so is their Psycho Cinema series hosted by Faye. On July 14th, they're screening truly one of the best bad movies of all time, Samurai Cop. Golly, have you even lived until you've seen Samurai Cop on the big screen? I think not. 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For the first time, we're hearing from the former roommate and romantic partner of Tyler Robinson, the Utah man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. In a recorded interview, Lance Twiggs said Robinson told him he wished he hadn't done it. Robinson faces charges including aggravated murder and witness tampering.In China, a devastating fire swept through a shoe factory Thursday, killing more than two dozen people. Some workers were seen trying desperately to escape the flames and smoke. CBS News Correspondent Anna Coren shows us what happened.Questions remain unanswered in the mysterious death of 18-year-old Nolan Xavier Wells on a 4th of July boat trip. We speak with his parents, Christine and Elmore Wonsley and their attorney, Ben Crump.If you are heading to the beach this weekend, there's a nearly invisible threat you need to be aware of: rip currents. They can pull even experienced swimmers away from shore in seconds. CBS News Chief National Correspondent Matt Gutman is in Los Angeles, where lifeguards demonstrated what to do if you get caught in a rip current.Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland is one of the biggest names in soccer. From his signature Viking look to his goal scoring magic, he's captured the attention of world cup fans. But he doesn't just look like a Viking, he eats like one too. We sent CBS News' Leigh Kiniry to eat like a Viking for a day.This summer marks 25 years since the "Princess Diaries" premiered in theaters. It was based on the popular young adult book series of the same name, by author Meg Cabot. She wrote a dozen novels in that series following princess Mia from awkward teen to royalty. Cabot tells us all about a new spin on the story that started it all "The Princess Diaries: the Graphic Novel."One of the hottest shows out there is the hit YouTube series "Hot Ones." hosted by Sean Evans, it has become one of most successful shows on the platform. Evans puts stars to the test, with fiery wings and even hotter questions. In a rare experience Vladimir Duthiers got to turn the tables on Evans, putting him in the interview hot seat.

Dave Kellett returns from his first-ever college reunion with a full heart — and a renewed appreciation for old friends, running jokes, and the occasional listener washing dishes through the cold open. From there, Brad and Dave dig into one of the trickiest parts of writing comics: how much work should the reader have to do to “get” the punchline? Using Brad's motorcycle-jump-over-a-ravine metaphor, they discuss why wider joke “canyons” can create bigger laughs, why shorter jumps can feel merely “technically funny,” and why the best cartoonists learn how to build strong launching ramps while understanding that every reader brings a different landing ramp. Also in this episode: How to show music in a silent medium, why semi-realistic comics should still embrace comics iconography, a quick San Diego Comic-Con update, Bluesky's expanded image carousel, and why obsessing over analytics can become a form of creative procrastination. Topics covered in this episode include: Writing punchlines that require inference from the reader Brad's “motorcycle jumping a ravine” metaphor for humor Why wider joke gaps can produce bigger laughs The difference between “funny” and “technically funny” Why some jokes land for one reader and miss for another How audience literacy, life experience, and context affect comedy Why “it took me a second” can be a feature, not a bug The danger of making every joke too obvious Why memorable comics often take bigger comedic swings Why being someone's “top three cartoonist” matters more than broad mild approval The difference between newspaper-era comics and webcomics-era audience building Dave's San Diego Comic-Con booth update The free ComicLab pin for listeners at Booth 1228 Bluesky expanding post image limits from 4 images to 10 How the new Bluesky carousel can help sequential artists How to communicate piano music in comics Why floating music notes are not “too cartoony” for semi-realistic comics Using established comics iconography instead of reinventing the wheel Why comics can suggest music but rarely reproduce the experience of music How manga and anime use visual language more freely Using musical notation as a visual “spice,” not the whole dish Why analytics can become creative avoidance Whether it matters how quickly a comic reaches its maximum views Why “magic number” thinking can distract from improving the next comic Why creators should spend less time dusting bookcases and more time making better comics What's better? A simple gag or one that requires the audience to think? UPDATE: Comic-Con International booth 1228 Update: Bluesky update... 10 images per post! Indicating music in a realistic comic How long does it take to achieve maximum views? You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.

Nikki is coming for the top of the ropes, folks! That's right! Cue the entrance music because Nikki Torres is back on this week's episode, and she's brought enough beer, books, and sass for everybody! On this episode, Bob, Steve, and Nikki discuss everything from comic books to bad horror movies, Disney musicals, wrestling, geese, and much more! Comics & Books: Fantastic Four #13, Batgirl #21, Poison Ivy #46, Andre the Giant: Life and Legend, Murder Book: A Graphic Memoir of a True Crime Obsession, Ice Planet Barbarians book series, Wrestle Heist #1-5, The Only Good Indians (novel), Buffalo Hunter Hunter (novel) Other Stuff: Send Help (movie), The Day the Earth Caught Fire (1961 movie) The Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics (talkingcomicbooks.wordpress.com). The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, John Burkle, and Bronwyn Kelly-Seigh, who weekly dissect everything comics-related, from breaking news to new releases. Our Instagram handle is @TalkingComicsPodcast, and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.

Author Garth Jones returns to the podcast to discuss the work of Lauren Williams, Dave Musson, Ed Brubaker with Sean Phillips, and more, For as little as $5 a month you can support the podcast by signing up to a tier that suits you at patreon.com/JustinHamilton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Blasters & Blades PodcastWhat happens when you mix stunning visual storytelling, deep-rooted mystery, and a journey into the unknown? In this episode, we sit down with author and illustrator Jack Ruedisueli to dive deep into his captivating new book, Mysteries of the Mountain Moon Tribe: A Graphic Novel. Jack shares the inspiration behind the tribe's lore, his creative process for bringing this vibrant world to life, and what it takes to balance art and text in graphic storytelling. Whether you're a die-hard graphic novel fan or just love a great adventure story, this conversation is packed with behind-the-scenes insights you won't want to miss. This was a fun interview, so check it out. Join us for a fun show! We're just a couple of nerdy Army veterans geeking out on things that go "abracadabra," "pew," "zoom," "boop-beep" and rhyme with Science Fiction & Fantasy. Co-Hosts: JR Handley (Author) (Grunt)Nick Garber (Comic Book Artist) (Super Grunt)Madam Stabby Stab (Uber Fan) (Horror Nerd)Jana S Brown (Author) (Chief Shenanigator)We work for free, so if you wanna throw a few pennies our way there is a linked Buy Me A Coffee site where you can do so. Just mention the podcast in the comments when you donate, and I'll keep the sacred bean water boiling!Support the Show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/AuthorJRHandley Our LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/blastersandbladespodcast Today's SponsorMysteries of the Mountain Moon Tribe: A Graphic Novel by Jack Ruedisueli: https://a.co/d/04pcOG4G Follow Jack Ruedisueli on social mediaJack's Simon & Schuster: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Jack-Ruedisueli/253335974 Jack's Website: https://www.ruediart.com/ Jack's Threads: https://www.threads.com/@ruedi.art Jack's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruedi.art/ Jack's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ruedi_art Jack's GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/60860899.Jack_Ruedisueli Jack's Publisher: https://www.collectiveinkbooks.com/ The End of Oak Street Trailer: https://youtu.be/7TxCrxJog3E?si=aR06b6kfoa1QZs5c #scifishenanigans #scifishenaniganspodcast #bbp #blastersandblades #blastersandbladespodcast #podcast #scifipodcast #fantasypodcast #scifi #fantasy #books #rpg #comics #fandom #literature #comedy #veteran #army #armyranger #ranger #scififan #redshirts #scifiworld #sciencefiction #scifidaily #scificoncept #podcastersofinstagram #scificons #podcastlife #podcastsofinstagram #scifibooks #awardwinningscifi #newepisode #podcastersofinstagram #podcastaddict #podcast #scifigeek #scifibook #sfv #scifivisionaries #firesidechat #chat #panel #fireside #religionquestion #coffee #tea #coffeeortea #CoffeeBrandCoffee #JRHandley #NickGarber #MadamStabby #JenaRey #JanaSBrown #OpalKingdomPress #starwars #jedi #georgelucas #lucasfilms #startrek #trekkie #firefly #serenity #browncoat #wheeloftime #wot #robertjordan #brandonsanderson #gameofthrones #got #grrm #georgerrmartin #ChroniclesofNarnia #CSLewis #MysteriesoftheMountainMoonTribe #GraphicNovel #JackRuedisueli #Trex #TyrannosaurusRex #Velociraptor #JurassicPark #MichaelCreigchton #DontLookUp #IndependenceDay #WillSmith #Uni

Guests: Barron Bell & Daniel HancockOrganization: Crux ComixGraphic Novels: "DOMINION: Fall of the House of Saul, Volumes 1 & 2" + "Radio Free Amerika: Welcome to the Third World"Website: cruxcomix.com

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 27! Our guest this episode is Miles Toriko Burks. He's a California-based cartoonist, writer, and illustrator whose work focuses on heartfelt stories about identity, friendship, queer joy, and emotional vulnerability. His debut print graphic novel Encore! was released June 2, 2026 through HarperAlley. It's the print adaptation of his very popular Webtoon series of the same name.  Encore! is a queer YA rom-com about two former best friends reconnecting during a shared high school theater class, and after they're partnered up, they need to confront the unresolved feelings and emotional distance between them. The story has already drawn comparisons to works like Heartstopper for its warmth, sincerity, and focus on emotional connection. A lifelong artist, Burks first gained a loyal viewership online through fan comics and digital illustration before transitioning into original storytelling on Webtoon. This is where his story Encore! developed a devoted following. His work blends expressive artwork with deeply relatable coming-of-age themes, often centering characters from underrepresented backgrounds and exploring how relationships evolve over time. We love how Miles is focused on creating stories featuring characters who reflect identities and experiences that he rarely saw growing up. He creates diverse stories without focusing on all the representation he includes.  In our conversation we talk about the inspiration for Encore!, how he developed his artistic style, the conversations he hopes he inspires with his work, the impact of social media and Webtoon on feedback, the importance of queer joy, and so much more. To learn more about Miles Toriko Burks, you can visit his website at milestburks.com, follow him on instagram @milestburks, purchase your own copy of Encore!, or see his work on Webtoon. We'll link to these in our show notes.  If you like what we do, please share, follow, and like us in your podcast directory of choice or on Instagram @AAHistory101. For previous episodes and resources, please visit our site at https://asianamericanhistory101.libsyn.com or our links at http://castpie.com/AAHistory101. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, email us at info@aahistory101.com.

Send us Fan MailOn this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie discuss the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act becoming law by sharing their favorite Disability Pride Month reads. They also showcase their graphic novel recommendations in celebration of Graphic Novels in Libraries Month. We want to hear from our listeners! Email us at checked.in@davenportlibrary.comTo find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!Upcoming programs:Adults: Artifacts and Archives Live! - Thursday, July 23rd @ 5pm | Putnam Museum and Science Center Tweens/Teens: Teen DIY: Seed Paper – Saturday, July 18th @ 2pm | FairmountKids: Nahant Marsh Presents Snake Science – Thursday, July 16th @ 11am | EasternHelpful links from our discussion:Summer Reading ChallengeFreegal MusicLibrary Links:Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!Info Cafe: The Library's Reference BlogBeanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!2026 Online Reading Challenge: Know Your History

Comic Talk, Listener Feedback, Trivia and more! But first, we start with our thoughts on the new Supergirl movie. And then we cover the new M.A.S.K. title from the Energon Universe. From there, topics include new issues of IDW's Twilight Zone, revisiting the Walking Dead comic series, the Vagabond manga, Magic the Gathering, Stump the Geeks trivia, feedback from the listeners and more Geek Chat! (1:58:35)

In this episode, hosts Becky and Kori are joined by the team behind the Nancy Drew graphic novels by PaperCutz: authors Stefan Petrucha and Zeffa Kinney and editor Jim Salicrup. Visit Our Website: regularnancydrew.com  Shop RND Merch: https://www.regularnancydrew.com/shop Support Us: https://www.regularnancydrew.com/memberships  Our Nancy Drew & The Hardy Boys Audiobooks: https://www.regularnancydrew.com/audiobooks Social Media: instagram.com/RegularNancyDrew youtube.com/@regularnancydrew  facebook.com/people/Regular-Nancy-Drew/61558695320536/ Music: “Kool Kats” by Kevin MacLeod Special Thanks to Ryan Ransom for his Voice Acting skills Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Absolute Batman ruled over the Spring 2026 graphic novel sales. Marvel's DNX teases October titles. Chew gets a reboot, sort of.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, Brad and Dave discuss one of the easiest traps for independent creators to fall into: Outsourcing important business or creative decisions to reader polls. Audience feedback can be useful, but when creators ask readers to steer decisions about Patreon tiers, Kickstarter rewards, publishing strategy, or creative direction, they often get noisy, contradictory advice that can lead them away from their own best judgment. Topics covered in this episode include: Why readers are experts in consumption, not creation The danger of asking your audience to make business decisions for you Brad's cautionary tale from his early days as a newspaper designer Why negative comments carry more psychological weight than positive ones The difference between listening to readers and asking readers to decide Why feedback should be treated as a compass, not a steering wheel How polling readers can create factions and resentment among backers Why creators should rely first on their own instincts, goals, and judgment The value of seeking advice from trusted peers and experienced professionals Why no single expert — including ComicLab — should be treated as the only authority Dave's hierarchy of advice: Heart and mind first, peers and pros second, passive reader feedback third Erika Moen's thoughtful counterpoint about social-media assistants How a social-media assistant can protect creators from harassment, criticism, and burnout The difference between a social-media assistant as a partner versus a replacement Plans and possibilities for future live ComicLab events Dave's San Diego Comic-Con appearance at Booth 1228, including free ComicLab pins for listeners A listener question about “boomer humor” and whether it should be taken as an insult The difference between old-fashioned joke structure and out-of-touch subject matter Why traditional setup-and-punchline comedy still works How Reddit comments often reflect meme culture more than thoughtful criticism When repeated criticism might be worth filtering for a useful grain of truth Why creators should protect their confidence while staying open to thoughtful feedback You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.

The Watership Down Podcast is intended for listeners who are familiar with the plot. There will be spoilers. This episode is scripted, narrated, recorded and edited by Newell Fisher.Contributions to upcoming episode:thewatershipdownpodcast@outlook.comNEW RSS.COM FEED:https://media.rss.com/thewatershipdownpodcast/feed.xmlOTHER LINKS: With thanks to Andrew Stevens:'Understanding Comics: The Hidden Art' by Scott McCloud: https://www.scottmccloud.com/2-print/1-uc/ Bob Cropman's website: https://watershipdownonline.co.uk/ Awards for the graphic novel:https://www.instagram.com/p/C97CumNRDA7/?igsh=dzJvZWtqN2oyOHdz https://www.instagram.com/p/DO5P__NjWTM/?igsh=MWdrb3o2bGs3emJ3cA== CONTACTS AND SOCIAL MEDIA: Email: thewatershipdownpodcast@outlook.com Social media: YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/@thewatershipdownpodcast?si=YW8NfnuwYuyOWhPVFacebook page:https://www.facebook.com/thewatershipdownpodcast The Watership Down Podcast Honeycomb on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/468458781496287/?ref=share Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/thewatershipdownpodcast?igsh=MWtlNjR5MDNrNGZzdw== Threads:https://www.threads.net/@thewatershipdownpodcast Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/watershipdpodcast.bsky.social Past charity appeals: Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund website:https://rabbitwelfare.co.uk/

Part 2 of CGS Reads Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow focusing on issues 5 thru 8 by Tom King, Bilquis Evely, Matheus Lopes, Clayton Cowles and company. Supergirl and Ruthye Marye Knoll's quest comes to an end in their search for Krem of the Yellow Hills. We discuss the finale, our favorite moments, Comet the Super-Horse, the amazing colors of Matheus Lopes, the evergreen nature of the story and more. (1:14:14)

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We're running a bit behind due to a number of complications - health, tech, vacations, etc. So this month, enjoy a quick rerun of an all-time favorite episode. Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind The boys are zipping and flying into the miasma with games expert himself, Willem Delventhal. We get into the world of Miyazaki's Nausicaa Valley of the Wind where we talk about pollution and keeping violence out of your problem solving. On top of everything we find out that Higgins is terrible at video games, but also maybe a good gauge of what a game developer is looking for. Dive on in on your glider and see what other nonsense we get into! This episode was made possible with the support of 0-0-8 Studios: https://0-0-8studios.com/ Learn from the best and start making games of your own with the Indie Game Academy: https://indiegameacademy.com - Drink of the Night: https://www.inspiredtaste.net/19516/mimosa-recipe/ - Book of the Month: https://www.amazon.com/Nausicaä-Valley-Wind-Box-Set/dp/1421550644/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3JWI26DMKDX3R&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.CwrYqQaIckUIFH_UehUxdjpWqhu3JlA7M8T0hCd10j9twILWQAEgKWRTP4kqPX2L847bCW70w-PgbiZqMY4amSV370wpJh2TC6FmXfManJ6QjsFN9pLAFmhq3n-d-p_4pBYkg_pwnr3NdY6zC4vsT8E_kLiw4-JpgaQBJprld0jPG30o2sItlWFYO0utBAlfjl3pDdDCPpAJAEN7rj7zA2XIi-OZCcBaZyoD0d7JaOU.TAztkjKkbIAACnP4cv817uObgpLMq_CvB1r17NWHPRA&dib_tag=se&keywords=nausicaa+of+the+valley+of+the+wind+manga&qid=1728684811&sprefix=nausicaa%2Caps%2C116&sr=8-1 - Game of the Month: https://www.playbalatro.com   Tell us what you been reading & drinking: 0-0-8studios.com   #podcast #podcasting #podcastlife #podcasts #comics #comicreview #comicbooks #storytelling #story #storytime #bookreview #books #magic

Comic Talk and Comic Coming Attractions for August 2026! And in this month's Previews chat, we're joined by listener Chris Ellis! We announce a new contest from Ignition Press and new comic apps, speculate on the future of the Doctor Who franchise, share our experience with the recent M.A.S.K./ROM blind bags, give Previews recommendations and reunite with longtime CGS Forum member Stephen Reid aka Flint Lockjaw to talk about his Kyla: the Goddess Who Walks the Earth treasury edition Kickstarter! (2:09:50)

This week, Brad and Dave discuss what happens after a cartoonist achieves the dream: making a living from comics. They explain why success can create its own time-management problems, how to protect the thing that's already working, and why adding books, Kickstarter campaigns, merch, newsletters, or conventions should happen gradually. They also talk about practical systems for numbering webcomic pages, naming files, and keeping longform comics organized over time. Main topics covered Weird convention-reader encounters, including disputed signatures and free-sketch requests What to do when your comic and Patreon are working, but there's no time for anything else Protecting the “engine” of your business before adding new projects Avoiding concentration risk when most income comes from one platform Adding new business layers slowly instead of trying to do everything at once Using small projects, like enamel pins, as manageable learning experiences Why side projects can derail your main comic if you're not careful Finding extra time without wrecking your life or mental health Dave's San Diego Comic-Con booth and the free ComicLab enamel pin How to number pages for longform webcomics The difference between website numbering and book-page numbering Using SEO-friendly titles, focus keyphrases, transcripts, and alt text File-naming conventions for comics, including dates, chapters, pages, and vertical-scroll segments Planning ahead for long-running comics so your numbering system doesn't break later You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.

The Three Amigos, and by that I mean Bob, John, and Steve, continue holding down the fort while Daddy Braccino learns the Facts of Life and Aaron repeatedly tries to steal the couch from Beyond the Gates. In this week's episode, we talk about Hulk, Greg Rucka, Wonder Woman, Memories of Giselle, Toy Story 5, Sweet Paprika, and much, much more! Comics: The Trillion Dollar Kid #1, Mirka Andolfo's Sweet Paprika: Open for Business #1-5, Memories of Giselle OGN, Red Roots #3, The Eye Collector #1, Sorcerer Supreme #7, Batwoman #4, Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia OGN, Incredible Hulk #15-30, Infernal Hulk #1-5, Amazing Spider-Man #31 Other Stuff: The poetry of Megan Fox, Toy Story 5 (movie) The Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics (talkingcomicbooks.wordpress.com). The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, John Burkle, and Bronwyn Kelly-Seigh, who weekly dissect everything comics-related, from breaking news to new releases. Our Instagram handle is @TalkingComicsPodcast, and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.

Absolute Batman took the top two spots in the May 2026 graphic novel sales charts. Firefly returns to comics from Dynamite. Marvel's Midnight Universe shifts to an October release.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Philippa has just received the most exciting email of the year: her holiday hotel has offered to receive a box of books in advance and put them in her room on arrival. The result? An unstoppable 12-book, 4-graphic-novel holiday TBR — and an episode dedicated entirely to sharing it.In this episode, Philippa runs through every book she's packing (plus the first line of each!), covering a wonderfully eclectic mix of:The Confessions – Paul Bradley Carr (AI thriller)Roman Mornings – Matson Taylor (historical fiction, Rome)The Scandalous Ladies Football Club – Frances Quinn (Victorian women's football)It Could Have Been Her – Lisa Jewell (domestic thriller)Getting Away – Kate Sawyer (family saga across decades of holidays)The Ark – Haruo Yuki (translated Japanese locked-room thriller)How to Get Away With Murder – Rebecca Philipson (cat-and-mouse crime)The Favourite – Fran Littlewood (family secrets, holiday implosion)The Corfe Castle Murders – Rachel McLean (Dorset detective series, book one)Against the Tide – G.D. Wright (crime series, book three)This Can Never Not Be Real – Sera Milano (YA terrorism survivor testimonies)Under the Hammer – Samantha Dooey-Miles (very angry woman, very bad landlords)Plus four graphic novels — including the only authorised manga adaptation of Anne of Green Gables, The Bad Doctor by Ian Williams, I Shall Never Fall in Love by Hari Conner, and Clara and the Devil Vol. 1 by Olivie Blake & Little Chmura — many discovered at Hay on Wye Comics, a brand new graphic novel bookshop in Hay-on-Wye.

In anticipation of the upcoming movie, CGS Reads Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow issues 1 thru 4 by Tom King, Bilquis Evely, Matheus Lopes, Clayton Cowles and company. We're joined once again by Clara to work our way through this first part giving our general thoughts, high praise for the art, discussing our favorite moments and the characterization of Kara Zor-El, as well as inspirations for the story and more. (1:07:58)

What seems like a simple question about exclamation points opens up a much bigger discussion about the power of comics lettering. Brad and Dave talk about punctuation, word balloons, font choices, and the unique grammar of comics — and why cartoonists have tools that prose writers can only dream of. They also share thoughts on staying creative during major disruptions, from studio moves to home renovations. On today's show... Exclamation points in comics: how many is too many? Whether to use one, two, or three exclamation points Why comics grammar differs from prose grammar Using lettering, font size, bolding, and balloon shape instead of extra punctuation When punctuation becomes unnecessary in comics lettering Nate Piekos's The Essential Guide to Comic Book Lettering Question marks, exclamation points, and the interrobang How punctuation order can affect emotional meaning Writing dialogue for comics: numerals, abbreviations, and natural speech Jim Davis, Garfield, and simplifying comics language Meeting readers where they are through visual storytelling NCS Reuben Awards weekend in Columbus, Ohio Brad and Dave's panel: “Actionable Advice in a Time of Change” Remodeling, moving studios, and creative disruption Setting up a dedicated creative space during chaos Managing the cognitive load of unfinished studio/home projects Why working ahead matters before a move or remodel The danger of putting fun distractions in your studio The temptation of arcade cabinets, pool tables, and other creativity killers You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.

It's another Publisher Spotlight as we take a look at 25 Years of Devil's Due with founder Josh Blaylock! We catch up with Josh on the new 25th Anniversary Specials releasing throughout the year as well as diving into Devil's Due history, publishing G.I. Joe comics in the 2000s, the creators that came out of the studio, getting into comics in time for the Batman '89 movie frenzy, navigating the modern comic industry, the Hack/Slash-Mercy Sparx Kickstarter and so much more! (1:21:19)

There's a new Star Wars movie so of course we're going to talk about it! Listen in for our movie review for The Mandalorian and Grogu! We give our thoughts on the story, designs and puppetry as well as the music, cameos and easter eggs, and the future of Star Wars. (43:33)

Today's show is sponsored by Huion, makers of the Huion Kamvas 22 (Gen 3) — a 21.5" pen display with a gorgeous 2.5K screen and really smooth performance. Bottom line: it feels great to draw on — and it punches way above its price. • Check it out at https://comiclabshop.com • Use code COMICLAB5 for an exclusive 5% discount! (Valid through June 14th) This week, Dave returns from Alaska Comics Camp — https://minicon.alaskarobotics.com/comics-camp/ — with a glowing review of what he calls one of the most meaningful experiences of his professional life. He explains how the camp blends education, community, mentorship, and artistic growth in a remote setting that forces attendees to disconnect from technology and reconnect with one another. Along the way, Brad and Dave discuss what makes the camp special, the value of peer-to-peer learning, the recent panic over Kickstarter's updated NSFW guidelines, Eisner nominations, and the realities of pursuing recognition in comics. Alaska Comics Camp Alaska Robotics Comics Camp is a four-night creative retreat in the southeast Alaska rainforest for comics pros, visual storytellers, and adjacent creators — writers, game devs, filmmakers, journalists, musicians, and more. You have to apply to attend. It's not a standard “buy a badge and show up” event; accepted campers attend after the Alaska Robotics Mini-Con in Juneau.  Cost: Camp is listed at $800, which includes four nights of lodging, meals, and transportation to/from downtown Juneau. Financial aid is available, and asking for aid does not affect application review.  What to expect: workshops, presentations, peer conversations, campfires, board games, hanging out, and wandering through the woods and nearby ocean beach — basically “a professional development conference for people who don't like conference rooms.”  Comfort level: rustic but not brutal — heated cabins, bunk beds with mattresses, flushing toilets, hot showers, power outlets, meals, snacks, coffee/tea, towels, and comfort items are provided. There's no regular Wi-Fi or cell service at camp, though service is reachable by hike or ride.  How to participate next year: watch the Alaska Robotics Mini-Con / Comics Camp site and their social channels for the next application window. Recent camps have used an application process with deadlines months ahead of the event, so don't wait until spring to start looking. https://minicon.alaskarobotics.com/comics-camp/ Topics Covered A complete tour of Alaska Comics Camp and how it evolved from a small Juneau event into an international gathering of cartoonists School visits, library presentations, the Alaska Robotics Mini-Con, and the camp experience itself Why the lack of cell service is one of the camp's greatest strengths Classes taught by attendees on topics including storytelling, lettering, humor writing, character development, publishing, and business An NSFW-comics discussion that impressed Brad with the camp's openness and professionalism The importance of "Comics Rules" (similar to Chatham House Rules) in creating a safe environment for sharing industry information Real-world discussions of publishing contracts, agents, income, and career sustainability The anonymous income survey that helps attendees understand the wide range of successful cartooning careers Why Alaska Comics Camp has become one of Dave's favorite events in all of comics Stories from ComicLab listeners who attended camp after hearing about it on the podcast Dave's observations about Alaska's landscape, culture, and strong sense of community The tale of a failed camp water pump and Pat Race's MacGyver-level solution involving a distillery, a fire department, and a garden hose The viral misinformation claiming Kickstarter had banned pornography What Kickstarter's updated NSFW guidelines actually said Why Stripe — not Kickstarter — is the real concern for adult-content creators Brad's emergency solo Pro Tips episode explaining the new guidelines How creators can avoid overreacting to social-media panic cycles Listener feedback about what Brad and Dave's voices sound like to non-Americans Congratulations to friends of the show, including Ryan North, Glenn Fleishman, Tony Cliff, and Steve Lieber, on their Eisner nominations A discussion about award submissions, advocacy, and why creators must nominate themselves The realities of comics awards, including Eisners, Ringo Awards, Hugos, Reubens, and Ignatz Awards Whether award nominations come from changing your work — or simply years of steady improvement and persistence You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.

CGS welcomes Writer, Editorial Director and IP Coach/Consultant Joseph Illidge for this episode, in anticipation of his upcoming signing event at Multiverse Philly on June 13th! We learn how Joseph started reading comics and the impact of Milestone Comics on his career as well as his thoughts on working with the next generation of comic makers. We also focus on two recent writing projects, Bloodletter from Image and the New History of the DC Universe: The Dakota Incident oneshot! (1:16:10)

Hello, and welcome to The Relatable Voice Podcast! Today, we are heading to sunny California to chat with Tim Disney. Tim is a writer, filmmaker, artist, and creative thinker whose journey has crossed many worlds—from storytelling and film to business, technology, investing, and the arts. He is also the co-creator of the fascinating new graphic novel, The A.R.C., a thought-provoking story inspired by today's world of misinformation, truth, and the complicated ways we connect with reality. Find out more at: www.arcthebook.net