In this convo, Lee Heidel and Jamie Jones chat on the significance of HeroesCon — “Comic Book Homecoming” as Jamie calls it — the challenges and joys of being an independent creator, and the importance of community in the comic industry.

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They discuss the evolution of comic book conventions, the role nostalgia plays in comic appreciation, and the innovative Power Pulp distribution coop that supports independent comic creators creators. Jamie shares insights on building relationships at conventions, tips for new creators, and the success of community-driven events like Drink and Draw. We also realized that Jamie’s art is just like this podcast as “Moms are the target audience.”

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