Peter David and special thanks

My reference library is expanding. Earlier this week, I bought a book on writing specifically for comic books and graphic novels. Written by Peter David, it gives easy use tips and advice regarding everything from types of narration, to dealing with (the inevitable, as David puts it) accusations of plagiarism or “ripping-off” of ideas. It also turns out that I am a huge fan of his works.

I recently became aware of his name as writer/creator of the revamped X-Factor team (Marvel Comics; X-Factor no. 75+) which is one of my favorite line-ups. Upon picking up the book, I see he has worked on a large number of my favorite titles. So I did a bit more research. He is also a co-creator, and the original writer for Spider-Man 2099. A wonderful character who was original enough to stand on his own as a character (not just a knock-off), S-M 2099 is now gaining new fans as one of four storylines in the newest Spider-Man video game (the jury’s still out on whether I will get it).

In regards to webcomic progress, I am still researching scanners. I am having a hard time trying to find one that has the features I want, and is available in stores. (I don’t want to have to have it sent to our leasing office, or mail it if there is something wrong with it) A real pain is that selections of 11x17 inch bed scanners are nonexistent in most stores. Once I can get this figured out, the next step will be to look for stylus pads.

I already have a book that lays out using Adobe Photoshop CS for digital page production, and while I need a home-version of this software, it is easy to get, and fairly cheap compared to other programs I have looked at.

Character and story ideas are slowly flowing like the first sap from tapped maple trees, but I think these building blocks will create some great stories. I may post some character and story information in the future, but not today. I will try and make older stories and concepts available later as well.

In regards to a number of super-characters, they were co-created with my best man, Rob. Special thanks to him and Evil who have helped provide inspiration, advice, and even hammered some ideas into form. Rob gets bonus points for help with naming. He is an encyclopedia of comic names.