[ Posted by BlakeMP on Apr 19th, 2007 3:30 PM ]...

Interesting observation, and one I honestly hadn't thought of (not being much of a gamer myself). I'm sure there are lots of game properties that would make good comics.

[ Posted by JimmyKitty on Apr 19th, 2007 4:08 PM ]...

Well, the comic industry already has METAL GEAR SOLID, SILENT HILL and HALO on the shelf. Not to mention CITY OF HEROES, and others. So yeah, there's potential there - and an audience. But as always.... hitting the right mix is the key.

RESIDENT EVIL franchise is doing well in the movie theaters.... you'd think a zombie comic would be new idea that.... OH... never mind....

Hah!

As for TV properties.... I'd like to see more drama-based shows in comic format. Hospital drama such as, GRAY'S ANATOMY could play well.... if seeded and promoted enough. It could tap into that elusive *everyman* reader instead of the narrow direct market. But do you think such books can survive nowadays? Titles that need to build an audience.... such as Terry Moore's STANGER'S IN PARADISE? Would that series be able to make it today if it were launched as it was back in the 1990s?

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Apr 22nd, 2007 10:34 AM ]...

It depends on a lot of factors, I think. A self-publisher like Moore who has the resources to stay the distance is a lot different from a major publisher that's always looking at the bottom line. I think, if the title can hang on long enough to put out a paperback or two, that would be the best chance for the line -- as we see with Vertigo, a publisher will be willing to cling to a lower seller if they think they'll make it up in the trade paperback market.

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Mar 31st, 2007 11:24 AM ]...

Well really, what of mine ISN'T Internet gold? :D

Thanks!

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Feb 5th, 2007 6:59 AM ]...

I'm with you there -- All I want is a good ending, and I've got faith in Rowling to give it to us.

I'll take a look for that book, sounds interesting.

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Jan 13th, 2007 12:19 AM ]...

"Weird" is right.

Man, I don't get mad often, but when I DO, I really go off. :)

[ Posted by THEDOC on Jan 13th, 2007 11:26 AM ]...

He's beeen lik ethis since I have known him. He has the worst case of Bi-polarism I have seen. Now he is kinda making nicey-nice.

[ Posted by THEDOC on Jan 13th, 2007 11:28 AM ]...

Oh, once things settle and you do your book IF,ICC(Tim's version) or SPA would like to help however we can.

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Jan 13th, 2007 11:45 AM ]...

Doc, you don't know how much that means to me. We're pretty much starting from square one -- find a publisher, then start looking for a creative team, etc. -- but I will most definitely keep you appraised.

[ Posted by THEDOC on Jan 13th, 2007 6:41 PM ]...

I wish I could do it but The Jam is taking some moola to run for Wally and me, perhaps you could do a one pager for the INTER_FANthology book I hope to have out this year. I plan to get this book out as I don't ever want to be compoared to Rick.
Do you have anything out now?

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Jan 13th, 2007 6:45 PM ]...

As far as comic book work goes, I've got a short story in "Futurius: Tales From the Plex Vol. 1" -- the link is in my profile. I've got two novels out as well. A one-pager in an anthology? I don't think that'd be difficult at all, and I'd really appreciate it. What sort of things are you looking for?

[ Posted by THEDOC on Jan 14th, 2007 12:00 AM ]...

Well he's been quite tonight probably needs to get his script writer time to rest up.
And again I can off you space on my site once you get your projects strated to promote them. Just say the word.
And inspite of what "Rick" said our con is a go we sold enough tables to break ever.

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Jan 14th, 2007 12:06 AM ]...

That'd be great, Doc, again. Thanks a lot, and I'll keep you posted.

I'd love to go to the con, but I don't know if that'll be possible this year. I'm a high school English teacher, so that rather limits my availability (and money). ;)

[ Posted by THEDOC on Jan 14th, 2007 11:35 AM ]...

Morning Blake,
As far as the IF book goes we are pretty much open to whatever you might want to use. I will check out your profile. Do you have artists that help you already?
Well we have enough tables sold to get the con going now we will be making the public awarte.
DOC

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Jan 14th, 2007 1:24 PM ]...

No regular artists, I'm afraid, but there may be a person or two I could persuade if I put together the right idea. Would a one-page humor strip be appropriate?

[ Posted by THEDOC on Jan 15th, 2007 2:00 AM ]...

Well if you see anyone in my galleries that you might like let me know.
DOC

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Jan 15th, 2007 10:49 AM ]...

Will do, man. And thanks a ton.

How soon would you need to see a page?

[ Posted by THEDOC on Jan 15th, 2007 8:07 PM ]...

Well I want to make sure The Jam is solid and then my eye surgery. I will probably strat working on the book in Februray. I would like it out by June, so maybe March?

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Jan 15th, 2007 8:14 PM ]...

Definitely, definitely doable. Any particular themes, rules, guidelines I should know about?

[ Posted by THEDOC on Jan 15th, 2007 11:17 PM ]...

Rukes guidline?? What do think this is a pro magazine?? :-) NO just do what you wnat, I guess keep it kid friendly. Oh and sign my NDA or is that DNA. whatever!

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Jan 15th, 2007 11:18 PM ]...

LMAO -- Okay, kid friendly I can DEFINITELY do. And the artist I've got in mind is perfect for that as well. I'll get back to you ASAP.

[ Posted by THEDOC on Jan 18th, 2007 1:46 PM ]...

Keww, sorry for typos just got my eye done and still recovering.
DOC

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Jan 5th, 2007 7:07 PM ]...

It's well-deserved love, man! Keep 'em coming!

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Dec 27th, 2006 3:18 PM ]...

It's in St. Charles Parish, on the west bank -- right on the parish line next to Jefferson. If you blink, you miss it. :)

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Dec 18th, 2006 11:27 PM ]...

Thanks, Brian! I dig your colors. ;)

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Dec 18th, 2006 10:48 PM ]...

Cool, thanks. And any time you'd like some coverage -- any time you have a press release or any kind of announcement, just let us know.

[ Posted by BlakeMP on Dec 17th, 2006 3:46 PM ]...

Sleep? I've heard of this... sleep...

But who's "Mike"? :D

[ Posted by buzzfretz on Dec 17th, 2006 5:39 PM ]...

Blake... Mike... What's the difference? Sorry 'bout that! The old brain is fried!