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n this episode of Storycomic Presents, I’m joined by illustrator, graphic novelist, and podcaster Bret M. Herholz from bretmherholz.com. Bret’s work has that perfect mix of humor, horror, and mystery—often rendered in pen-and-ink, watercolor, and digital techniques—and he’s created multiple graphic novel projects while also illustrating covers and interiors for other books and publications. 

We talk about his storytelling roots (including studying sequential art at SCAD), how teaching art has shaped the way he thinks about visual communication, and what it takes to keep an indie comics catalog alive across conventions, commissions, and direct sales. 

We’ll also dig into highlights from his catalog—like The Black Dandy Strikes! and Polly and Handgraves—and how Bret builds atmosphere, pacing, and punchlines on the page. 

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#IsabellaHall #BellaPinkPen #VermontArtist #Cartoonist #IndieComics #Webcomics #CenterForCartoonStudies #GraphicStorytelling #FantasticalFiction #ComicCreators #TheGhostOfTheStellaCadente #Pawdust #PajamaRants #LifeWithDiabetes #StorycomicPresents

In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I’m joined by Vermont cartoonist Isabella Hall (she/they), the creator behind Bella Pink Pen. Isabella is a Center for Cartoon Studies graduate who loves fantastical storytelling—whether that’s a ghost on a cruise liner, a quiet reflective comic about collecting, or a full-on journey into a winter realm. 

We talk about how she builds stories that connect with readers of any age, the themes and influences that shape her work, and what it’s like making comics as both an artist and a storyteller. We’ll also dive into projects like The Ghost of the Stella Cadente and Pajama Rants: Life with Diabetes, plus where her comics are headed next.

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#SoCalledLiving #MarkMaia #DarkComedyComic #VampireComics #IndieComics #ComicKickstarter #SupernaturalComedy #WerewolvesAndZombies #JackTheVampire #MaiaComics #BoardGameCoffee #StorycomicPresents #WebtoonComics #GlobalComix #ComicBookCommunity

In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I’m joined by Mark Maia, BAFTA-winning game designer and creator of the dark comedy comic series So-Called Living. We dig into his freshly funded Kickstarter for So-Called Living: Books 5–8, the final chapters of his 8-issue saga where vampires, werewolves, zombies, and “us normies” all try to muddle through life in the same messed-up world. 

The series follows Jack, an average guy whose life is turned inside out when he’s unwillingly turned into a vampire. Suddenly he’s juggling mob-run werewolves, murderous bunnies, and the kind of bad decisions that feel way too relatable. So-Called Living blends sitcom timing, horror vibes, and heartfelt character moments into a comedic universe that still hits with real emotional stakes.

Mark and I talk about wrapping a long-form indie series, building a fanbase across multiple campaigns, collaborating with artist Marco Leone and other guest cover artists, and how his storytelling brain moves between game design and comics. If you like monster worlds with big laughs and bigger heart, this is an interview you’ll want to catch—and then go back the books while you still can. 

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#JonDexter #DimeStoreDetective #AlphaDogsComics #SupernaturalNoir #CrimeMystery #AppalachianNoir #IndieComics #ComicKickstarter #SerialKillerStory #AncientEvil #DetectiveStory #NoirComics #StorycomicPresents #IndieCreators #HorrorComics

In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I’m joined once again by comic creator Jon Dexter to dive into his supernatural crime-noir series Dime-Store Detective, now collected as Volume 1 on Kickstarter.

Set in the Appalachian Mountains, the story jumps between 1981 North Georgia, where a bloody war between moonshiners cracks open a hidden cave and wakes an ancient evil, and the present day, where Detective Donald Mackinder is hunting a serial killer while wrestling with his family’s dark past. Think True Detective colliding with IT in a slow-burn, forty-year mystery full of cult secrets, small-town sins, and something monstrous lurking just out of sight. 

We talk about building Appalachian noir with a supernatural edge, how Jon braids trauma, faith, and fate into the case, and what he’s learned running multiple successful comic Kickstarters. If you’re into moody crime stories with a horror heartbeat, this one’s for you.

Back the book: search for “Dime-Store Detective Volume 1” on Kickstarter.

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#MarkJWilson #FullOfBeans #TimeTravelNovel #ScienceFiction #IndieAuthor #StorycomicPresents #ScientistTurnsWriter #BiotechAuthor #AdventureNovel #NovelDebut

In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I’m delighted to welcome Mark J. Wilson — scientist, novelist, and storyteller — to discuss his debut novel Full of Beans. We’ll dive into how his background in gene therapy and biochemistry informed his fiction, how he built a time‑travel adventure around a detective in the English countryside, and why writing fascinated him as a creative outlet. Mark shares his journey from lab benches to book covers, the challenges of balancing scientific rigor with storytelling freedom, and what’s next on his creative horizon. Whether you’re curious about genre‑bending fiction, indie writing journeys, or the crossover between science and art, this conversation is one you don’t want to miss.

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#ChristineDevane #ElephantBeach #ChildrensBooks #PictureBookDebut #KidsLit #ReadAloud #ShyKidsMatter #SteppingOutOfComfortZone #ElephantsAtTheBeach #StorycomicPresents #TeachersTurnedAuthors

In this episode of Storycomic Presents, we’re joined by debut children’s author Christine Devane, whose picture book Elephant Beach tells the playful and poignant tale of a young girl whose quiet beach‑day is upended—in the best way—by a herd of joyous elephants. Christine brings her experience as a teacher and quiet child into the story, and joins us to talk about why she wrote a book for shy kids, how elephants became her unexpected co‑stars, and what happens when solitude turns into friendship. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or comic/children’s‑book fan, this episode celebrates play, connection, and stepping out of comfort zones.

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#MiddleGradeGraphicNovel #Geozoology #FantasyAdventure #LuAndRen #DebutAuthor #AngelaHsieh #QuillTreeBooks #HarperCollins #KidsComics #AsianAmericanAuthors #FantasyComics #ComicsForKids #StorycomicPresents #PodcastInterview #GraphicNovelDebut #RepresentationMatters #IllustrationArt #DebutGraphicNovelist

Angela Hsieh’s Fantastical Debut: Lu and Ren’s Guide to Geozoology

Whether you’re a young reader, a parent, a fan of graphic novels, or someone who loves a great fantasy adventure with real heart—this episode has something for you.

Listen now and take a walk through a beautifully drawn world where healing and wonder go hand in hand.

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#JonathanBall #StrangerFiction #LastBreeds #GraphicNovel #DystopianComic #IndieComics #SciFiArt #StorycomicPresents #ComicsCreators #GungnirBooks

In this episode of Storycomic Presents, we sit down with Jonathan Ball of Stranger Fiction Inc. to dive into his ambitious new graphic novel Last Breeds. We’ll explore how a collapsing world, genetically ruined future, and predator‑filled wastelands become narrative fodder for redemption, survival and the question: Are we still worth saving? Jonathan shares how the idea evolved, how he builds speculative worlds with real emotional stakes, and what it takes to bring a graphic novel of this scope to life. Whether you’re a fan of sci‑fi, dystopian fiction, comics, or creative craft, this conversation is rich with insight and imagination.

📖 Learn more about the book here: Last Breeds

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#RandallDrew #RKDIAComics #CitadelVolumeOne #HighFantasyComic #ComicKickstarter #IndieComics #FantasyCreators #StorycomicPresents #Worldbuilding #CrowdfundedComics

In this episode of Storycomic Presents, I’m joined by Randall Drew (RK DIA Comics), creator of the high‑fantasy comic Citadel Volume One, now successfully funded via Kickstarter. When events from 200 years ago shattered the world, now those cracks have become the battleground. Randell takes us behind the scenes of building a fantasy epic—designing the world, raising crowdfunding, and tackling the “epic” genre in a bold, independent way. We’ll talk about how he developed the story, what makes Citadel different, and what he learned from crowdfunding success (his campaign reached its goal in just days). Whether you’re a fantasy fan, indie comic creator, or just love seeing big stories built from the ground up, this chat is for you.

The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.

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#BarbTheLastBerzerker #DanAbdo #JasonPatterson #MiddleGradeComics #GraphicNovelCreators #ComicBookInterview #StorycomicPresents #BarbBook4 #BerzerkerSeries #KidLitComics

In this episode of Storycomic Presents, we’re joined by returning guests Dan Abdo and Jason Patterson, the creative duo behind the hit middle grade series Barb the Last Berzerker. Book 4 is here, and we go deep into what makes a great villain, how emotional threads (like Barb’s dad!) shape the story, and what happens when the dust settles after a big fantasy war.

It’s a conversation about humor, heartbreak, and heroism that’ll resonate with readers young and old.

The Title sequence was designed and created by Morgan Quaid.

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