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And maybe the occasional poem about toast.
Tag Archives: comic books
So You Want to be a Manga-ka
Recently, I was putting together some writing samples for a job application when I came across a blog entry I’d written back when I was still editing manga at Tokyopop. Near the end of my time there, all Tokyopop editors … Continue reading
Posted in Comic Book Stuff, Manga, Opinions, Tokyopop
Tagged advice, comic book advice, comic book creators, comic books, comics, manga, manga advice, manga creators, manga-ka
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Comikaze!
The first annual Comikaze Expo is this weekend at the Los Angeles Convention Center, and I’ve been assisting the organizers with some of their programming. I’ve put together three exciting and very different panels for the show, and I’ve been … Continue reading
An Unexpected Look at 9/11
I sometimes wonder if 9/11 was indirectly responsible for my comic book career. It sounds strange and I absolutely mean no disrespect to any of the people who lost loved ones in the tragedy. But it’s hard not to acknowledge … Continue reading
Posted in Comic Book Stuff, Opinions, Semi-biographical
Tagged 9/11, 9/11 thoughts, comic books
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San Diego Comic-Con 2011 schedule
I can’t believe it’s time for Comic-Con already. I’m sure it will come as no surprise to any of you that I’ll be at the show this year, but one thing that’s new is that I actually have a signing … Continue reading
Behind the Scenes: Muppet Robin Hood, Part 2
A couple days ago I posted some Muppet Robin Hood audition art from Armand Villavert, Jr. It was strong enough to get Armand the gig, but he wasn’t the only artist who was considered. After all, this was one of … Continue reading