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Hogtown Horror Funded and in the Mail

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I'm a little late in sharing the news that Hogtown Horror , a horror anthology full of gruesome tales by very talented Canadian comic creators was fully funded on Kickstarter a little while back. That what happens when you're on multiple deadlines. So where are the books? Well, they are being sent to backers as I write this! Click here for a preview of what you'll find inside! I can't wait to see what people think of it and of course the contribution Josh Stafford, Robin Simon Ng and I worked on called, Beware the Children! I posted a page from it up above!  Thanks again for all of our support!

Hogtown Horror - Kickstarter

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Live on Kickstarter​, Hogtown Horror​ is a new collection of new horror stories by passionate creators, including a story co-written by Josh Stafford​ and myself, with art by Robin Simon. We're all very excited for this story with evil little monsters, but only way you'll get to read it is by ordering your copy by clicking here!    About this project Are you a fan of things that go bump in the night, goosebumps on your skin, and monsters lurking beneath your bed?  From the frigid north of Toronto, Canada (or Hogtown to some) we are proud to present   Hogtown Horror , a collection of over 15+ full-colour comics written and illustrated by over 25+ talented indie creators!

Toronto Comics Anthology Signing at Paradise Comics - August 6th!

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I'm going to be at Paradise Comics this Saturday, August 6th from noon to 4 pm, signing copies of Toronto Comics Anthology and whatever else you want me to deface along with other creators from this amazing anthology! Paradise Comics 3278 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4N 2L6 (416) 487-9807 Come join us for a great afternoon with some amazing creators  The Toronto Comics Anthology is an annual showcase for the next generation of comic creators! Since 2014 we’ve launched three volumes, each bigger and better than the last, and we’re starting up our fourth book now! Volume Three features work by brand­ GTA creators as well as more experienced talents including Jason Loo (The Pitiful Human-­Lizard), Meaghan Carter ( Secret Loves of Geek Girls, Take Off! ), Howard Wong (True Patriot, Monstrosity), and many others." Howard Wong Howard Wong is an multi-award nominated creative consultant and writer working in animation, comic books, education, high-end collectible toys, m

An Elegant Weapon - Geeks, Comics and other Shenanigans

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Jason Clark from An Elegant Weapon met up with me and few other comic creators for a fulfilled afternoon talking about all things geek, where we discuss and share thoughts and memories of comics, toys and other life essential things! Click here to give it a listen .

Toronto Comics Anthology Book Signing at Stadium Comics

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I'll be there along with a bunch of other creators at Stadium Comics on July 30th from 1-4pm ! Come get a copy of Toronto Comics Anthology defaced by us with signatures and sketches! Toronto Comics Anthology Vol 4 submissions are open! What better time to find out more? Come by and pick the brain of Editor, Aaron Feldman about it all! Their address: Stadium Comics Shoppers World Brampton 499 Main St S Brampton, ON L6Y 1N7

Defacing Books at Sidekick Comics Cafe!

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This Saturday (July 9th), 1-4 pm I'll be at The Sidekick Comic Cafe signing copies of Toronto Comics Anthology Vol 3  and whatever else you put in front of me (True Patriot, Monstrosity Vol 2., FullMetal Ghost Comic...)  along with Andrew Stevenson Christopher Yao and Steven Andrews. I'll be yakking about working in toys (Threezero and Bandai), mobile games and maybe the secret of life! Maybe. But you won't know unless you go. See ya there! Address: 1374 Queen st E, Toronto, ON M4L 1C9

Toronto Comics Anthology Vol. 3 Rogues Portal Review

Sunny Hope from Rouges Portal says, " BUY! Toronto is known as a city that celebrates diversity, and this anthology does that in spades! Between the variety of styles and stories, you also get contact information for many of the creators. Which is why Ryan North (The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl)’s advises in the Foreward to increase your classiness at least 10% by finding a new favourite local cartoonist!" You can read the full review by clicking here .

Comics Alliance Talks About Toronto Comics Anthology Vol. 3

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Comics Alliance's  Keiren Shiach wrote a great article about Toronto Comics Anthology Vol. 3 that you can read by clicking here ! Here's an excerpt: "The  Toronto Comics Anthology  has been the jumping off point for scores of great new local talent for a couple of years now, and for many of the creators it gives them the first opportunity to have comics work printed and published for the world to see. After the success of last year’s second volume, the anthology is back to show off the best and brightest of the Toronto indie scene to the world. Volume 3 is currently live on  Kickstarter , and features not only the best of up and coming Toronto talent, but more experienced creators such as  Jason Loo ,  Meaghan Carter  and Howard Wong . The book features thirty brand new stories set in and around Toronto, and features a foreword from  Unbeatable Squirrel Girl  writer and Toronto resident  Ryan North ." Read More:  'Toronto Comics Anthology

Toronto Comics Anthology Vol. 3 on Kickstarter now!

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I have an amazing post-apocalyptic story with art by Keith Grachow in Toronto Comics Anthology Vol. 3 , which is on Kickstarter right now! A lone soldier's attempt to survive in a post-nuclear winter attracts those looking for hope and those looking for blood. Here is a page from my 10 page story. If you want to see the rest you'll have to get your copy of Toronto Comics Anthology Vol. 3 by clicking here ! This beautiful cover for Toronto Comics Anthology Vol. 3 is done by Adam Gorham and Mike Spicer!  About this project Toronto Comics: Volume 3 is 300 pages of all-new comics starring Hogtown, brought to you by 47 local creators! This 6"x 9" softcover is jammed with 30 B+W stories from experienced indie veterans, as well as talented newcomers being published for the first time. From post-apocalyptic Massey Mutant gangs to the unsettled ghosts of the Keg Mansion, from flirty skyscrapers to condo supervillains, this anthology is a love letter to

Sneak Peek From Toronto Comics Anthology Vol 3

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A sneak peek of a page from the story Keith Grachow and I are working on for Toronto Comics Anthology Vol 3. Had so much fun writing this one!

True Patriot now at Chapter House Comics!

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Have you heard the news? True Patriot Vol 1 is now available at Chapter House Comics  for pre-orders! Pre-order:  Expected release date  February 24, 2016 . Any order containing this title will not ship prior to it's release. True Patriot  is a Canadian super-hero anthology written and drawn by your favourite Canadian comic book creators! Featuring the debut of Red Ensign by Scott Chantler, Arrowhead by Jay Stephens, and Particle Man by Ramon Perez, plus a new Superhero Girl story by Faith Hicks and the return of J. Torres and Tim Levins’ Family Dynamic. Other contributors include Adrian Alphona, Andy Belanger, J. Bone, Jack Briglio, Ed Brisson, Arthur Dela Cruz, Brian Evinou, Tom Fowler, Agnes Garbowska, Adam Gorham, Fred Kennedy, Ron Salas, and Howard Wong. So many amazing Canadian talent all in one book! You order your very own copy here:  http://chapterhouse-comics.myshopify.com/products/true-patriot-volume-1 ! Here's one of the concepts from Uh-Oh! Ogopogo,