Webcomics Reviews & Interviews

- Season 4

(2019)

Today's interview is with Kathe Todd, fantasy author and owner of Rip Off Press. We discuss the basic history of comix, how the Big Boys affected the Little Boys, and how developments in both the real world and comics world affected the indy comics scene. We also look at a way to get around the copyright issue when it comes to fanfiction as well as how to develop your own worlds.

The following comics are reviewed this podcast: the furry Supercell (4/5/5/4.7), the speculative Synthetic Life (3/3/4/3.3), and the cyberpunk Android Blues (4/4/3/3.7). Note that the numbers are Writing/Art/Web Design followed by the average.

We look at the importance of nudity when it comes to having fun with your characters, from character development to relating to your readers. We look at how stripping away all of the artifice from your characters can leave them more vulnerable, and how that works in your favor. Your characters are at their finest when there is nothing else to consider and we expose how that works in your favor.

Adding a mythos to your comic adds a lot of great things that you can play with and enhance your theme. We look at how to build a mythology for your world, from gods to monsters, and look at how modern celebrities are the deities of the modern world. We also look at adding local legends to your stories for a little extra world-building.

The basic rules if you're interested in being interviewed by me. Basically, these are the guidelines to ensuring that you have the best possible interview: 1) I don't interrupt you. 2) Talk. The more the better. 3) Have fun. 4) Ignore the parakeet.

Interview with Ann Bernard, of 365FirstsChallenge. We discuss how to grow creativity, how to get unblocked when you get blocked, and how to have some fun doing art. We also discuss her app (365firsts) and how it can help you become a better artist.

Everyone has to start somewhere, and that means making the same mistakes everyone else does. Here's why we make those mistakes, what the big ones are, and how to correct them. Yes, we talk about sex, violence, politics, and authority issues; lots of ground is covered so there's something for everyone.

We sit down with writer Lorna Rose-Hahn to discuss poetry basics, how to adapt your schedule to your kids, and the Write on the River non-profit writing organization. Also, a quick lesson on perspective involving seven blind men and an elephant.

Interview with writer Yasmin Vorajee. We discuss time management, how to use a schedule to run your comic so much easier, and have fun while doing it. We also talk about working around our individual distractions and even compare birds and kids. Yasmin is a published writer and teaches people how to budget their time. If you would like to talk to her about helping you budget your time and better organize your business, please check out her blog.

We sit down with Nicole Schaefer. All sorts of trademark issues are dealt with, ranging from the difference between trademark and copyright, the limitations of trademarks, why you want to trademark your comic and your characters, and some tips and tricks on how to do it effectively. Rhodan guest hosts.

This is why I haven't been podcasting, my plans to catch up, and what the plans of the podcast are. Basically, changes are afoot for the podcast and the rest of my virtual empire. Please subscribe to the Youtube channel, check us out on Facebook, and if you want to see more, definitely subscribe to the Patreon page.

Interview with crime writer Gary Phillips. We discuss just what it takes to write a great mystery, the hallmarks of different crime genres, and generally have some fun discussing the history and future of noir. For those trying to write the perfect mystery, this podcast is for you.

We discuss how to develop a story, how to work in elements of horror, and how to have fun writing. Basically, it's two nerds nerding out and having some fun, and a lot of basics are touched upon. If you're looking for some great tips on adding a little horror to your story, have we got some for you.

Interview with the co-founders of Macroverse, Matthew Eben and Adam Martin. We discuss the platform and how it hopes to revolutionize comics by adding a cinematic feel to your comics. We look at what the Macroverse is all about, how you can take advantage of it, and what it can mean for you. Also, why so many Kindles are discriminated against...but you should definitely check out Macroverse.

We sit down with writer/illustrator Perry Edwards and discuss his manga "Cold-Blooded", discuss who he is bringing his childhood dreams to fruition, and basically discuss what makes a good manga. For those curious about translating manga to comics, and the issues of writing a good doujinshi, it all starts here.

Interview with Andrew Monroe, author of "A Leaf and Pebble" and podcaster ("Dead by Tomorrow"). We discuss how to build plots and character, some marketing, plotters versus pantsers, and general writing problems. Also, expect a lot of geeking out. It seems to happen a lot on this show.

Interview with Michael Son, Editor-in-Chief of Tapas Media. We look at Tapas' latest releases, how it develops game and film projects based on its comic series, tips for indie creators, and how to brand new creators. Tapas is an app for comics, available from the Apple App Store and Google Play. Launched in October 2012, it boasts 2.2 million readers for its 76,000 series. Tapas provides a best-in-class reading experience for those using mobile devices and browsers. For those interested in starting a comic, Tapas is an excellent way to start.

We sit down with Russel Nohety to discuss his new Kickstarter Project "Cthulhu is Hard to Spell: The Terrible Twos". We discuss how to run a successful Kickstarter campaign, how to keep a sequel fresh, and how to coordinate a team of writers and artists to create a comic anthology. Russel is a USA best-selling author and publisher of Wannabe Press. He has written numerous books, comics, and short stories, and has published various titles for his company.

We talk with Jim Sweeney about his creation, the sports character Mike. We discuss how hard it is to create and market a character, how a character can fill a specific niche, and what it takes to create and market a character, as well as looking at weird ways to market your character.

We sit down with author Trent Gander. We discuss plot and character development, how to improve the quality of your stories, expanding on characters to improve your stories, and using table-top game-mastering techniques for better stories. Basically, how to be a better writer by being a better game-master.

We sit down with Kimberly Spencer. We discuss working from goals and the importance of failure and making mistakes when it comes to being successful. We also look at the importance of how your perception of yourself affects your success as well as the need for personal transformation. Also, some basic Amazon marketing tips are covered.

We sit down with writer David Doub. We discuss Dusk Comics (his company), writing in general and crossover specifically, and how to best catch the spirit of two comics in the same crossover. We also discuss his Kickstarter, Dusk vs Cheerleader Karate School.

We sit down with private investigator Michael "Ski" Jaczewski. We discuss the basics of interviewing a subject (great for writers), but also just how stringent companies guard their properties, what can happen if you get caught, and how to build a successful business.