I Never Want to Move Again
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Some time in the next few weeks, I'm going to have to pack all my family's belongings into a moving truck and into our (hopefully) forever home. Of course, my entire comic collection is coming with us. Some terrible habits over the years meant I had to spend a week just organizing my books. But that part is done, and now I can pack up all the boxes. As tempted as I am to just hire a moving company, I have trust issues. I'm already over this process, and never want to do it again. Of course, packing and organizing would be easier if new books weren't being released every week. But when something as cool as the Phoo Action: Silver Jubilee Deluxe Edition comes in the mail, I'm reminded I have the best job in the world! Speaking of segues, last week I got to chat with the team behind Ghost Machine's brand new Family Odysseys line. November saw the debut of The Rocketfellers by Peter J. Tomasi and Francis Manapul, and Hornsby & Halo by Peter J. Tomasi and Peter Snejberg. We all had a great conversation about the nuances of collaboration, telling important stories for readers of all ages, and why drawing children in comics is just so fun! Check out episode 54 of Comics Are Dope (The Podcast) if you haven't already. I have more Ghost Machine conversations coming soon, so stay tuned! I have to wrap this e-mail up and get back to packing. Read Something Dope Today, BJ KICKS |
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