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Under the Mask

We discuss the super process behind super heroes. If you can find it on a comic book page, we’ll talk about how it got to be there. Featuring interviews with creators discussing how they make their comics, books, games, and more.

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Episode 50 - From Junior Braves to Space Cadets (With...

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2021/05/26

My guest today is a published writer and creator. He first got on the scene with Junior Braves of the Apocalypse, which he describes as a “The Goonies meets The Walking Dead.”His latest series, Starlite, features a group of former child superheroes trapped in space with space cat-pirates and trans-dimensional spider-wizards.Starlite is LIVE ON KICKSTARTER through 6/2/21. Go support it HERE!LINKS:Starlite’s Kickstarter Page - www.starlitecomicbook.comSOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter - @ThatAmazingTwitInstagram

Episode 49 - Building Your Audience and Overcoming...

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2021/05/17

My guest today is Curtis “Specks” Thompson, the writer and creator of the comic series Legacy of the View. His series follows southern high school student Chaz Johnson, as he comes to terms with his new superpowers while just wanting to live his normal teenage life as a baseball player.After his first foray on Kickstarter failed, Curtis took measurable steps to increase his audience, and relaunched to success. We find out exactly how he did it in this episode (his current Kickstarter just passed

Episode 48 - Finding Success with Your Sophomore...

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2021/04/22

KJ Kaminski had a problem. His first series, The Resistants (along with its spin-offs), had been fairly well received. KJ found himself attending conventions all across America.But what do you do when your new title is coming out?It’s totally new and totally different, so you might be worried about whether your existing audience will jump on board for another series!KJ and I talk about his fears and apprehensions with launching his new series, Sophia Saturn, and what steps he took to launch this

Episode 47 - From Screenwriting for Amazon and...

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2021/03/19

Enenra is LIVE ON KICKSTARTER through 3/26/21. You can support it HERE!LINKS:Enenra’s Kickstarter Page - www.kickstarter.com/projects/a-aron/enenra-issue-3-and-4SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter - @Aaron_WrobFacebook - @EnenraGNovelFacebook - @AJRoblewski1

Episode 46 - Growing a Fanbase and Creating Momentum...

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2021/03/12

Nicholas Mueller had a problem.He had just launched his first book, Demon Hunter Raven, but it was barely getting any traction! After his first campaign barely funded, he realized something needed to change.Now, Nicholas is four issues into his comic series, and his latest crowdfunding launch funded in mere days. We’re talking with him about his work and career, and how he grew his fanbase and built momentum by just “being a real person.”If you’re looking for some strategies to build your brand,

Episode 45 - An American Comic Book Artist in Japan!...

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2021/02/25

My guest today is a comic book artist, writer, and creator who left her hometown in the United States to live abroad in Kushima, Japan. She’s the creator of Maiden in Disguise, a comic book following the coming-of-age story of a gamer girl and her epic hero avatar in an online MMORPG.We talk about the highs and lows of writing AND creating, the differences between American and Japanese comics and culture, and so much more!Maiden in Disguise is LIVE ON KICKSTARTER through 3/11/21. You can support

Episode 44 - Starting Your Own Crime and Superhero...

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2021/02/12

In this episode of Under the Mask, we’re taking you back to a time where comic titles were liberally littered with colorful adjectives. Words like uncanny, fantastic, and sensational!Randy Stone is a comic book writer and creator, known for his works Champion, published by Arcana, and Eskimo Kisses, published by Scout Comics. He’s also the creator of the crime-noir comic anthology Crime Pays.His latest work, The Sensational Swan #1, features a psychiatrist by day who’s also a superhero when the

Episode 43 - Getting Your Comic Out There, From...

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2021/01/21

This week, I’m talking with Gustavo Soria, a comic book writer, creator, and artist based out of Guatemala.Soria released his debut comic book, The Table, as a webcomic. He recently printed the book and put it on the #1 online sales platform, Amazon. We talk about his process behind creating, how an editor helped him focus, and also how the Guatemalan comic book scene is different than America.Enjoy!The Table is available to read for free as a webcomic HERE. You can also buy a physical copy of

Episode 42.5 - A Candid Discussion With J.W. Sims

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2021/01/07

This is a candid discussion with J.W. Sims that was cut from the final episode. J.W. Sims has had a tough couple of years: he was diagnosed with cancer, and had to deal with several personal losses. I didn’t know this when going into the interview with him, and our talk took a small detour discussing those issues.I’m sharing this mostly unedited because, even though we are comic creators, above all we are HUMAN, and oftentimes this is information that wouldn’t be shared.I am sharing this in the

Episode 42 - What Happens When a Comic Book Geek...

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2021/01/05

This week, I’m talking with comic book artist and colorist J.W. Sims, colorist of Broke Down and Four Dead Bodies. He’s also the owner of Hooligan Alley Comics, publishing books like Darkest Night and Project 34.In latest work, Omni #1, we find out what happens when comic book geek Floyd Miller gains superpowers, and models himself after his favorite fictional superhero, Mega.Omni #1 is LIVE ON KICKSTARTER through 1/28/21. Go support it HERE!SHOW NOTES:Omni #1 Kickstarter -

Networking and Marketing Your Art to Create Artwork...

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2020/12/22

This week, I’m speaking with professional artist Patrick Beurmeyer about how networking, marketing, and just a little bit of luck have led to him being a full-time artist.Patrick is the full-time artist for Dark Tidings Press, celebrating this holiday season with the brand new Discordia Holiday Special: The Rotted Lyre and Apocrypha #1.Enjoy!The Rotted Lyre and Apocrypha #1 is LIVE ON KICKSTARTER through 12/29/20. Go support it HERE!LINKS:Discordia Winter Special’s Kickstarter -

Episode 40 - Talking Geek Girl with Sam Johnson

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2020/12/09

This week, I’m talking with Sam Johnson, a UK based comic book writer and creator. Sam’s the creator of Geek Girl, where popular girl Ruby finds a pair of high-tech glasses which grant her super powers, but also super kutziness!Enjoy!Geek Girl is LIVE ON KICKSTARTER through December 18th! Go support it HERE!SHOW NOTES:Geek Girl’s Kickstarter Page - www.geekgirlcomics.comSOCIAL MEDIA:Facebook - @geekgirlcomicTwitter - @GKickstarterInstagram - @SamJohnsonComics

Episode 39 - The Never-Ending Search for Knowledge...

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2020/12/03

Imagine a world where fictional characters are invading our real world, and there’s only two librarians who can stop it…and save the world. That’s the concept behind the latest project of today’s guest.Will Allred is a comic book writer and creator, whose previous credits include Diary of Night, a vampire story, and he’s contributed multiple stories to the anthology series Always Punch Nazis. We talk about his books and process, how he got started in comics, and his seemingly never-ending search

Episode 38 - Picking Collaborators and an Art Team...

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2020/11/23

Today’s guest is a real renaissance man. He’s a musician, filmmaker, comic book creator - and he even was the Aflec Duck on social media! This week, I’m talking with comic book writer and creator George O’Connor. We’re talking about his crazy career spanning music, film, and comics, how he gathers his creative teams to elevate the entire project, and how even Neil Gaiman suffers from imposters’ syndrome!George’s latest work, Charlie’s Spot, follows a homeless veteran who goes on an unusual

Episode 37 - The Trials of Starting Your Own Comic...

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2020/11/19

In this episode, Under the Mask Podcast is heading Down Under, and talking with an award-winning comic writer and creator, and the director of Australian-based publisher Comics2Movies. Shaun Keenan’s book, XCT, recently won “Best Comic” at the AFIN International Film Festival.He’s launching a brand new book, Talos of Sparta, and we’re talking about the trials and tribulations of balancing a writing career while also starting up a publishing house.My only regret is Shaun never once said “Crickey” in

Episode 36 - How to Publish (and Crowdfund) A Dozen...

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2020/11/16

In this episode, I’m talking with Tart writer and creator Kevin Joseph. Kevin has published and crowdfunded a dozen issues of Tart, which is a huge accomplishment for an independent comic.We talk about how he did it, and why your fans and followers are always the most important piece of the puzzle!Enjoy!Tart is LIVE ON KICKSTARTER through 11/27/20. Go support it HERE!SHOW NOTES:Tart #1 - 12 Kickstarter - www.kickstarter.com/projects/tartcomic/tart-1-12-demons-devils-and-demagoguesSOCIAL

Episode 35 - Wailing Week, Part 2 - It's All About...

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2020/11/12

Wailing Week’s finale is with Under the Mask’s interview with Tyler James, host of the ComixLaunch podcast and publisher for ComixTribe. Tyler has been publishing comics for over a decade, so he’s a treasure trove of knowledge and information.Join us as we talk about the story behind ComixTribe’s his latest book, Wailing Blade.Wailing Blade, Volume 1 is LIVE ON KICKSTARTER thru 11/20/20. Go support it HERE!SHOW NOTES:The ComixLaunch Podcast - www.comixlaunch.com OR where ever you listen to your

Episode 34 - Wailing Week, Part 1 (With Rich Douek,...

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2020/11/09

Wailing Week begins with Under the Mask’s interview with Rich Douek, the writer of Gutter Magic, Road of Bones, Sea of Sorrows, and of course, Wailing Blade.Wailing Blade, Volume 1 is LIVE ON KICKSTARTER thru 11/20/20. Go support it HERE!SHOW NOTES:Wailing Blade’s Kickstarter Page - www.comixtribe.com/wailingbladeSign up for Rich’s Newsletter HERE!Rich’s Professional Website - www.rdouek.comSOCIAL MEDIATwitter - @rdouekInstagram - @rdouek

Episode 33 - Writing Stories that Matter! (With Frank...

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2020/11/06

In this episode of Under the Mask, I talk with acclaimed writer Frank Gogol, writer of Grief, Dead End Kids, and No Heroine. Frank’s first work was nominated for a Ringo award, and his next works won him Best Writer and Best New Series at the Independent Creator Awards. We talk about how’s built up his career as a writer, his relationship with Source Point Press, and his latest book coming out next year!Dead End Kids: The Suburban Job is coming to your local comic book shop on January 27th, 2021.

Episode 32 - Is This The Most Epic Independent...

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2020/11/03

This November, Under the Mask is kicking it up a notch by offering not one, but TWO interviews the first two weeks of the month. There’s just that many creators reaching out to me to be on the show! Thank you for you support!This episode, I’m talking with Lawrence James King, the owner and CEO of Constant Hustle Comics, and the writer and creator of the comics Avery the Amazing and The Last Line.Constant Hustle has teamed up with Wingless Comics and Concept Moon Studios to create an epic indie

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