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Wasting the day away, at the bar with The Swede: Casino Cruise

I thought I’d take this opportunity to showcase one page from my latest graphic novel featuring The Swede–Book Six: Casino Cruise. In the story, our favorite hit man is on a cruise to observe his target. Of course, having a whole week to observe the intended victim, the Swede does have some time to unwind.Continue reading “Wasting the day away, at the bar with The Swede: Casino Cruise”

The Swede – Book Six: Casino Cruise

The latest book in the Swede series has arrived. This 60 page graphic novel focuses on just one assignment. The Swede’s target this time will be on a week long cruise, participating in a Texas Hold ’em tournament. Of course, with a whole week to observe his target and plan out his kill, our hitContinue reading “The Swede – Book Six: Casino Cruise”

Stuff, Stuff, Appearances and Stuff!

Just thought I’d mention that on Saturday, November 15th, I’ll have a table at artist’s alley at… And I will have a table that will look *something* like this, only in a library… Yes, I will be selling copies of my comics, including: The Swede graphic novel series, which you can find out more aboutContinue reading “Stuff, Stuff, Appearances and Stuff!”

Let’s talk about why you should go see “Fantastic Four: First Steps” (spoiler-free)

It was a quiet moment. Reed was shaving, Ben was taking a bubble bath, and a soot covered Johnny Storm barged in, asking what the heck they were doing?! Were they giving up? This was in the middle of Fantastic Four issue #49, “If This Be Doomsday”. The middle issue of The Galactus Trilogy, aContinue reading “Let’s talk about why you should go see “Fantastic Four: First Steps” (spoiler-free)”

The Birth of The Swede: From Concept to Killer

Some killers rely on weapons. Others rely on luck.The Swede? He uses his hands—and his imagination. Welcome to the world of The Swede, a brutal, stylish, and darkly entertaining graphic novel series that follows an assassin-for-hire who approaches murder like an art form. No gunplay. No gadgets. Just raw skill, creative flair, and a deepContinue reading “The Birth of The Swede: From Concept to Killer”

And now… Your New Fantastic Four!

Well, finally. With this official casting announcement, the MCU is finally moving full speed ahead with Marvel’s first family. We’ve long known the FF was coming, as Kevin Fiege announced it at a convention 5 years ago, after Disney bought back the rights for the franchise. So now, let’s do a little analyzation of whatContinue reading “And now… Your New Fantastic Four!”

Brave & The Bold #115 – “The Corpse That Wouldn’t DIE”

Ridiculously joyous, insanely beautiful. As a kid growing up in the ’60’s and ’70’s, I had a penchant for reading comics, and some of the most desired were Batman comics. Each month, the cowled character featured in Batman, Detective comics, Batman Family, Justice League of America, World’s Finest with Superman, and The Brave & TheContinue reading “Brave & The Bold #115 – “The Corpse That Wouldn’t DIE””

Fantastic four: Full Circle by Alex Ross

Abrams ComicArts did what Marvel comics was apparently hesitant to do — put out a comic featuring the Fantastic Four, starring Reed Richards (Mr. Fantastic), Sue Richards (The Invisible Woman), Johnny Storm (The Human Torch), and Ben Grimm (The Ever-lovin’ Blue eyed Thing). I’ve missed them. Oh, Marvel puts out a monthly Fantastic Four comic,Continue reading “Fantastic four: Full Circle by Alex Ross”

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Look! There, there! A 7-11!

This was the fevered declaration, every time my grandparents and I would travel down route 41 in southern Florida, circa the mid 1970’s. Ever since my grandparents left Chicago for the warmer climate in 1973, my mom would plop me on a plane (I was 11 years old) and send me down there every summer.Continue reading “Look! There, there! A 7-11!”