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there is literally nothing that could possibly be better than a corgi larp
These corgis have clearly been inspired by the fire-breathing fantasy adventure of Korgi by Christian Slade!
(via thepierglass)
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My son, who is generally a reluctant reader, really loves the book Dragon Puncher by James Kochalka. And when I say “love”, I mean the white hot laser focus passion that only a kid on the Autism Spectrum seems able to achieve.
Another thing my son is reluctant to do is write. He’s worked hard with occupational therapists to overcome some fairly intense fine motor skill delays, and after years of effort, is able to write legibly. But he doesn’t like to do it. Ever.
So I was surprised (and thrilled) when he said he wanted to write a letter to the author of Dagon Puncher. He did the whole thing himself, only asking for a bit of help with spelling, an envelope, and a stamp. Then we mailed it off. And more or less forgot about it.
But when we got back from Spring Break vacation the other day, there was a reply letter waiting for him with a hand-drawn picture, stickers, and a fun little map for Kochalka’s other series, Johnny Boo. Now, my son is not given to a lot of outward display of enthusiasm, but if you look in that second picture, you can see his little secret smirk, which is what he does when he’s so excited about something that he can’t stop himself from smiling at least just a little. For those of you unfamiliar with Dragon Puncher, the hero’s weapon of choice is a wooden spoon called “Spoony”. That night, my son took a wooden spoon to bed with him. For me, that says it all.
I don’t know if this is one of those things that sticks with him forever. I hope so. But I tell you what, it’s sticking with me. As a father and as an author. Every time I’m tempted to rush through fan correspondence, I’m going to think of the moment my son opened the letter from his favorite author.
hooray for kids who love comics!
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A stack of 143 new Little Paintings for my show at GR2. If you’re in LA, come to the opening, Saturday April 6, 6:30-10:00 pm.
Another stack of Kochalka greatness (see earlier his 14 years of American Elf sketchbooks in one stack).
If you’re curious about James’ Little Paintings, we’ve published a collection of several hundred as a 50-page ebook.
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Trey Anastasio covers James Kochalka for Record Store Day!
Trey Anastasio has a very special EP coming out on record store day (4/20). What makes this record so special? Well, I wrote one of the songs along with my good friend Peter Katis (producer of many a fine record by The National, Interpol, James Kochalka Superstar, etc). The song called TREE is simply achingly beautiful as Trey performs it, yet still remains totally 100% Kochalka Quality. And Corey from the band Mates of State sings background vocals on it!
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The fine French publisher Futuropolis has announced their publication of the French edition of Jeff Lemire’s The Underwater Welder for June. Here’s a provisional cover design!
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What would James Kochalka do?
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Here’s a Valentine I made for YOU.
You can see it bigger here: http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8512/8473311381_1c483ab969_b.jpg
I love you! Happy Valentine’s Day!! SMOOCH
Jess Fink loves you!
And we love Jess Fink!
P.S. now (if you are over 18) you can read Jess Fink’s Chester 5000 on your tablet via Comixology or Apple iBooks or iVerse Comics+!
Then you (or your sweetie) can enjoy delicious Victorian robot filth on-the-go.
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It’s official! Civil rights legend & Congressman John Lewis launches his graphic novel trilogy “MARCH” on Aug. 13, co-written by Andrew Aydin with art by Nate Powell!
Full announcement and details here: MARCH (BOOK ONE)
Stay tuned for more developments on this huge project.
