Category: Blog updates
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Kyle Lawrence on Revolution, Biology, and Puns
“Just start writing. Stop leaving everything in your head and get in on the page.” —Kyle Lawrence
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Emma Olofsson on Collaboration, Inspiration, and Helping Out
“I believe that helping each other is a core of being human, and I wanted that to reflect in this comic.” — Emma Olofsson
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Elizabeth Corbiere on Imagination, Telekinesis, and Magic
“I wanted “Magical Mission” to be a fun, light-hearted story that anyone could enjoy and have a little laugh!” —Elizabeth Corbiere
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Hoodie Song on Spider-Man, Expectations, and Putting in the Work
“I wanted to encapsulate that vibe and tone of a well-meaning person being stretched too thin and the struggle of balancing different aspects of their life.” —Hoodie Song
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Enikő Bányász on Garfield, Goblins, and Kindness
“Comics have always been an incredible way to communicate stories and ideas, and give people a voice.” —Enikő Bányász
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Ninke Naujoks on Loyalty, Compassion, and Spycraft
“Exchange of works and ideas, mutual respect between creatives, and the understanding [of] what it is we do, that’s what inspires me the most.” —Ninke Naujoks
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Ryan George on Aliens, Optimism, and Accountability
“If you love it, there is no better feeling than having a finished book out in the world. ” —Ryan George
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E. E. Eugene on Optimism, Libraries, and Fire Axes
I think there’s a simple magic in how comics marry narrative with visual art. — E. E. Eugene
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Anthology #14: SIDEQUESTS
Call for Submissions SIDEQUESTS Sometimes, stories don’t take a straight path from origin to destination. The journey you set out on has a way of becoming something more, but you gain experience and wisdom (and maybe cohorts) along the way. In order to reach your goal, you’ve got to undertake… A sidequest! Tell us all…
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James Wayne Johnson on Comedy, Comics, and Cohorts
We interviewed writer James Wayne Johnson about stand-up comedy, comic books, screenwriting, and why he just can’t quit Wolverine.
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Vexx Vixen on Shapeshifting, Rascals, and Scamps
We talked to cartoonist Vexx Vixen about transformation, rascals, scamps, and cohorts, along with her short comic, “How to Court a Lady.”
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Jacob Stewart on Hope and Found Family
We spoke to Jacob Stewart, creator of “Barrera,” about found family, hope, and the inevitability of comics.
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James Quillen on Perseverance and Life Experiences
We talked to comics writer James Quillen on perseverance, life experiences, the Man of Steel, and much more!
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Shadowind on Inspiration, Projects, and Passion
We talked to artist Shadowind about her inspirations, projects, passions, and so much more!
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Teknicolourful on Inspiration, Self-Expression, and Strange Pairs
We talked to Teknicolourful, creator of “Strange Pair,” about inspiration, self-expression, and partners in crime.
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Kyle Lawrence on Starting Big
We talked to Kyle Lawrence about his latest comic from the world of Br’er Rabbit in the Jazz Age: “Bam-BOOZE-led”!
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Zilson Costa on Cohorts, Br’Er Rabbit, and Working Together
We talked to comic book artist Zilson Costa about his work on “Br’Er Rabbit in the Jazz Age,” his inspiration, Spider-Man, and more!
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Peter Taylor on the Superpower of Sharing
We interviewed comics creator Peter Taylor about the superpower of sharing, plus his short comic “Minnesota Gothic”!
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Enzo De Palma on Growing Through Art
We talked to writer and musician Enzo De Palma about his short comic, “How She Came Into the World,” coming soon in the Cohorts Anthology!
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We’ve Unleashed the Monkeys!
Welcome to the absurd tale of 17 monkeys and 2 humans seeking connection…and Cheezy Noms…in a 2-bedroom apartment!
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COG: The Mag Tower TTRPG, Comic, & Coloring Book—Just Launched!
The Children of Gaia: Mag Tower role-playing game just launched on Kickstarter, alongside a coloring book and new short comic!
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Anthology #13: Cohorts – Call for Submissions
Companions. Colleagues. Comrades. Co-pilots. Co-conspirators. COHORTS. Epic team-ups of besties & baddies…show us yours in an 8-page comic.
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Pink Pitcher on Wilderness, Textile Arts, and “Summit”
We interviewed prolific comic maker Pink Pitcher on textile arts, her side-side-gig, wilderness backpacking, and her short comic, “Summit”!
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L. K. Ingino on Gallows Humor, “Never Say Boo,” and Creating All the Things
We talked to L. K. Ingino, writer of “Never Say Boo” in the Destinations Anthology, about dark comedy, poetry collections, and more!
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James Wayne Johnson on Good Guys, Van Halen, and “Bloom Squad”
We talked with James Wayne Johnson, writer of the continuing comic “Bloom Squad,” about telepaths, Van Halen, and finding time to write!
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Kaytee Brown on Arthurian Legend, Getting Slapped by Inspiration, and “Nimue”
We talked to Kaytee Brown about coloring comics, female representations in video games, Arthurian legend, and her short comic, “Nimue.”
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Andrii Ostapenko on War, Travel, Magic, and “Shortcut”
We talked with Ukranian writer Andrii Ostapenko about war, magic, and his short comic, “Shortcut,” in the Destinations Anthology.
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Charley Macorn on Weirdness, Gentrification, and “Lynda Linda: Unlicensed Detective”
We talked to the voice of YOUR generation, Charley Macorn, on putting your creative work out there, gentrification, and ghost museums.
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Kamilla Sims on Travel, Magic, and “Shortcut”
We talked to comics artist Kamilla Sims about magical travel, audiobooks, and her short comic “Shortcut” with Andrri Ostapenko!
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Chris Lackie on “The Bottom,” Horror Writing, and Canadian Baking
We talked to writer Chris Lackie about his short comic, “The Bottom,” his mild-mannered alter ego, his influences, and more!
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Erin Ptah on “The Traveler,” Inspiration, and Keeping Going
We spoke to webcomics legend Erin Ptah about her past, present, and future, as well as her new short comic, “The Traveler”!
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The End Is Nigh!
The end is nigh…of the Kickstarter campaign for Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter! Here’s what you’ll miss if you don’t back in time!
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Mr. Guy Is Back from the Undead!
Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter is back from the undead and live now on Kickstarter! 108 pages of gorgeous zombie-crushing comics await!
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Community, Creation, and Kickstarter—An Interview with Oriana Leckert
We talked to Oriana Leckert, Kickstarter’s Director of Publishing & Comics Outreach, about community, creation, and Kickstarter!
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Zombies, Turtles, and Pickles… Oh My!
We asked Jayel Draco, creator of Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter, to tell us all about his half-goblin halfwit character & the comic he stars in!
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Cthulhu Wants You Asleep. TarMucks™ Keeps You Awake.
Cthulhu wants you asleep. TarMucks keeps you awake. Our newest campaign saves the world—from Cthulhu, plastic pollution & climate change!
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The Tracy Queen #1-3 Campaign Ends Soon!
The campaign for Tracy Queen #1-3 ends this Thursday! Now’s your chance to get in on rewards, add-ons, freebies, and Funko Pop! Giveaway!
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We’re Halfway There, & Tracy Is Getting MORE!
The campaign for Tracy Queen is halfway over, but we’re just getting started! And we’ve been collecting headlines along the way.
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Tracy Queen #1-3 Launch Day!
It’s launch day for “Tracy Queen #1-3: I Want More”! Here’s what we’ve got in store for you during this 30-day campaign.
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The Queen Is Coming…Again.
Tracy Queen is coming…again…in issue 3 of her infamous comic book series: “Tracy Queen, V3: I Want More,” and you can be first in line!
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“Dwayne” Ends Tomorrow!
The campaign to turn this surreal novella into an e-book, an audiobook, and a paperback ends tomorrow! Preorder “Dwayne” now!
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Recording the “Dwayne” Audiobook
Lynsey G has begun recording the audiobook of “Dwayne” in her home office! Here’s a peek behind the scenes.
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The “Dwayne” Campaign ROCKS!
The “Dwayne” campaign is fully funded and smashing through stretch goals! Here’s what we have in store for our backers…
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Meet Dwayne—the Boulder from Beyond!
Dwayne—a surrealist tale of one woman’s life upended by the appearance of a 15-ton boulder in her home—is live now on Kickstarter!
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Lynsey’s Going to Read “Dwayne” to You!
Get some tea and a comfy chair, because Lynsey G is going to read her first novella: “Dwayne: A Tale from Existentia” to you!
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Our Vision for Comics Anthologies
We’ve always wanted our anthologies to help build the creative community…and get creators paid. Here’s how we’re doing it.
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Anthology #12: Destinations – Call for Submissions
Tell us about your DESTINATIONS in an eight-page comic for Oneshi Press’s 12th comics anthology! Here’s everything you need to know…
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“PACK 3: Temperance” Is Out Now!
“PACK 3: Temperance” is out now in digital and limited-edition print at the Oneshi Press online store. Celebrate with this music video!
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Charley Macorn on “Lynda Linda: Unlicensed Detective”
We talked to Charley Macorn, the voice of her generation, about the mystery genre, diversity in comics, Elvira, and much more!
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Eldkrind on “Metamorphosis – Chrysalis”
We interviewed artist Eldkrind about safe spaces for artists, Welcome to Night Vale, and his dream of becoming a gluten-free hermit hermit.
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Russell Nohelty on “I Can’t Wait”
We interviewed USA Today bestselling author Russell Nohelty about his short comic for “Becoming,” boring explosions, and adorable gut punches!
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James Wayne Johnson on “Bloom Squad”
We talked to James Wayne Johnson, writer of “Bloom Squad,” about the difference between comics and comedy…and Iron Maiden, of course.
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L.K. Ingino on “The Creeping Madness”
We talked to L.K. Ingino about writing all the things, vampiric cats, and her short comic, “The Creeping Madness” in the Becoming Anthology!
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The Becoming Anthology Is Live!
The Becoming Anthology is live on Kickstarter! Your support will make it real, and also help us pay bonuses to 37 indie creators!
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Angela Oddling on “I Can’t Wait”
“I look at art as a sort of hand extended out in kindness…Art is like a way for people to say ‘Hey, I’m feeling this too. You don’t have to do this alone.'” —Angela Oddling, illustrator of “I Can’t Wait”
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Missy on “Metamorphosis – Chrysalis”
We talked to writer Missy about “Metamorphosis – Chrysalis,” how she switched from fanfic to comics, and her k-pop obsession.
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Kyle Lawrence on “The Chicxulub Impact”
The interesting thing about a visual medium like comics is you can squeeze the passage of time into a few panels, like they’re windows into the most poignant parts.”—Kyle Lawrence, writer, “The Chixculub Impact”
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Join Us for a LIVE Kickstarter Countdown!
We’re live-streaming the countdown to the end of the Kickstarter for PACK issues 1-3! Join us and howl along!
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Here’s What the Press Is Saying About PACK 3!
The media is noticing the campaign for PACK 3: Temperance! Here are three new pieces where you can learn about the comic.
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Howl With Us! The PACK is Back!
The PACK is back! Our masked-vigilante urban-noir comic about dogs who fight for justice is funding now. Want to join the PACK?
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We Hit a Low Point, but PACK Is Coming Back!
We weren’t sure if we could continue with the 6 stray dogs and 1 stray man of the PACK. Here’s the story of why we decided to keep going.
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Happy Pride from Oneshi Press
You’re dancing away at a pride party when you get knocked into by someone from behind. What happens next is a moment that you’ll never forget…
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How to Get Your Work Noticed by an Editor
Here are 5 tips on getting your work noticed by an editor. (Plus one bonus tip you won’t want to miss!)
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Get Free Comics and More!
We’re sending free comics and other free indie content to members of the Team Oneshi mailing list! Join now for “Enter the Oneshiverse”!
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Introducing FREEBIES! on the Oneshi Press Store
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Ever wanted to check out an Oneshi Press comic, but weren’t sure if you wanted to buy it? Now, we’ve got FREEBIES for that!
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Start Off 2021 with 21% Off from Oneshi Press!
Welcome to 2021! Oneshi Press is celebrating the new year—which is still new, but at least it’s not 2020!—with our biggest sale ever! From now until March 21, we invite you to start off your 2021 with a whopping 21% off all of our books. That means graphic novels, comic books, anthologies, one-off comics, illustrated…
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Double Whammy! Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter & the Origins Anthology Out Now!
The day has come…and it’s a double whammy! Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter: Act 1 and the Origins Anthology are out today from the Oneshi Press store!
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Preorder the Origins Anthology Now!
The Origins Anthology’s journey is nearly complete. Preorder your copy today!
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Heckin’ Preorder “Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter: Act 1” Now!
Hold on to your zombie-smashing baseball bat covered in nails, folks! You can preorder the first act of “Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter” today!
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Vote & We’ll Give You Free Comics! For real!
Oneshi Press wants to be sure that every voice is heard, so we’re rewarding voters with FREE COMICS when they prove they voted!
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The Zombie Adoption Program Is ALIIIVE!
The Zombie Adoption Program launches today! Adopt your zombie and start telling the story of their best after-life NOW! Then party with us!
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K.F. Kat Fish Reviews: Crossing
“Crossing” is a ghost story with zombies that’s mostly a mystery but kind of a thriller… How can you even cosplay for this complex comic?
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Jayel Draco & Mr. Abstracto Talk Creation
Mr. Abstracto and Jayel Draco did a Q&A about the writing and editing processes, and, of course, Star Trek slug babies.
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Anthology #11: Becoming – Call for Submissions
Oneshi Press is seeking submissions of short comics about becoming—the process of transformation, evolution…revolution. Show us yours.
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Announcing the Zombie Adoption Program
Oneshi Press & Caleb Palmquist announce the Zombie Adoption Program, an interactive story subscription, launching October 30.
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K.F. Kat Fish Reviews: Is’Nana the Were-Spider
K.F. Katfish (the K.F. stands for Komics Fan) is reviewing comics! First up? Is’Nana the Were-Spider gets five out five starfish!
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The Oneshi Press Website Is All Spiffed Up!
With a streamlined new look, greater functionality on desktop and mobile, light and dark modes, updated team credits, and more, this website redesign looks as spiffy as our books!
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Come to a Mr. Guy Countdown Party (Featuring Jell-O)!
We’re throwing a Kickstarter countdown party for Mr. Guy and the Origins Anthology, and you’re invited! There might be Jell-O!
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Mr. Guy’s Website Relaunch!
Mr. Guy is a handsome gentle-goblin, so his website should be as sleek, chic, and smexy as he is! Hence the relaunch of MrGuyComic.com.
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Introducing “Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter – Theme Song”
We are so excited to share with you the amazingness that is “Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter – Theme Song.” (Caution: Strobing video effects.) We think it’s the perfect theme song for the hecking sweet comic about everyone’s favorite half-goblin reluctant hero, Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter. He’s trying to save the world by taking on the…
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An Interview with Walter Ostlie—Wild West Zombies & Over-the-Top Action
Updated: As you may know, Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter, Act 1 is currently Kickstarting is finally here! So we’re talking with the amazing artists who brought this zom-com art-thology to life, starting with Walter Ostlie, indie comics artist of great renown (Ghost Bats, Cubicles, Shiver Bureau, Haxor, Metalshark Bro) and an all-around fabulous guy (with…
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It’s Alive! Or Undead. Reanimated? You Get the Idea…
The campaign to fund Mr. Guy and the Origins Anthology is back from the dead! Smarter, sleeker, and with the strength of a reanimated corpse!
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New Plan: Relaunch on August 10!
We didn’t meet our funding goal for Mr. Guy and the Origins Anthology. So we’re going to relaunch bigger, better, and baddasser!
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An Interview with Artist Sophia Murphy
Sophia Murphy is the artist behind the cover of the Origins Anthology, and has created guest art for Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter, Act 1 (Kickstarting now!). We talked to Sophia about trans representation in media, why escapism through entertainment is essential, and her favorite horror films!
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An Interview with Comics Letterer DC Hopkins
We talked to DC Hopkins, letterer for “Corollary,” about comics lettering, his many inspirations, and his superhero preference!
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An Interview with Comics Writer Adam Rose
Adam Rose is the writer of “Corollary,” a short comic in the Origins Anthology (Kickstarting now!). We talked with him writing comics and his inspirations.
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An Interview with Writer Patrick McEvoy
Patrick McEvoy is the writer of “Skull Planet,” a short comic appearing in the Oneshi Press Origins Anthology, Kickstarting now! “Skull Planet” keeps readers giggling as space explorers in the far future come across a gang of vampires who thirst for more than just blood… With beautiful old-school comic art from Olivia Pelaez, “Skull Planet”…
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Mr. Guy & the Origins Anthology Are ALIVE!
The Kickstarter to fund Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter and the Origins Anthology is ALIVE! Here’s how you can help it succeed—with or without pledging.
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Announcing the “Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter, Act 1” Creator Lineup!
We’re counting down to the launch of our Kickstarter on July 1! Without any further ado, here are the AMAZING creators in Act of Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter.
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Announcing the Origins Anthology Creator Lineup!
It’s time to show you what—and who—is inside the Origins Anthology! These two dozen indie creators all asked where things begin.
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Art for the Cause—Tracy Queen Supports Black Lives Matter
All proceeds from sales of this image of Tracy Queen at a protest will support the cause of justice for black lives—from now until forever.
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Comics Readers Can Support Black Lives. Here’s How.
Oneshi Press may be a small indie publisher, but we’re doing what we can to support the cause of racial justice. So can you, as a comics fan! Here’s how…
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Tracy’s Back! “Dangerous Experiments” Out Now in Print & Digital!
The second installment of the epic, sex-positive, sci-fi graphic novel Tracy Queen is finally here! Launching today in both trade paperback and digital formats, Tracy Queen, V2: Dangerous Experiments brings back indie comics’ favorite mob-enforcer-turned-camgirl-turned-porn-star-turned-warlord with new friends, worse enemies, deeper backstories, more fabulous fights, and even sexier sex scenes.
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A Q&A with Jayel Draco—Barrels of Butts, Zombie Tropes, & Turtle Soup
Jayel Draco, the co-founder of Oneshi Press and the creator of “Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter,” got weird about his wild creation at the Mr. Guy website. There are a lot of butts in here for some reason.
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Preorders Open for “Tracy Queen, V2: Dangerous Experiments”!
Preorder your copy of “Tracy Queen, V2: Dangerous Experiments” now! We have a limited number of trade paperback copies to go around! Release date: May 27.
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Heads Up! The Origins Kickstarter Is On Its Way!
Are you ready for a huge announcement? Good. Because we’ve got one. This summer, we’re combining two big projects into one giant crowdfunding campaign—the Origins Kickstarter!
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Free Comic Book Day 2020 at Oneshi Press!
We’re so excited about Free Comic Book Day that we’ll be offering FREE digital versions of select comics this Saturday, May 2.
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It’s World Book Day! What’s On Your Shelf?
For World Book Day, we’re giving you a peek inside Oneshi Press HQ and our gigantic wall of books, inspiration, props, toys, and more! What’s on your shelf?
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Introducing “Trinkets”—An 8-Page Children of Gaia Comic
“Trinkets,” written by Lynsey G and illustrated by Eldkrind, is out now as a standalone digital download from the Oneshi Press store!
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Presenting “The Great Nations Soundtrack” by Jack Schell
Oneshi Press is thrilled to present the Great Nations Soundtrack, an audio companion to The Great Nations of Rendaraia, composed and created by the great Jack Schell, the Soundweaver! About The Great Nations of Rendaraia Back in 2016, we released The Great Nations of Rendaraia as our first-ever Oneshi Press publication. The gorgeous, 150-page, illustrated sci-fi/fantasy…
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Stay Safe. Stay Home. Read Comics for 75% Off.
Oneshi Press gives a shit about our readers’ health and safety. So stay home. Stay safe. And take 75% off all our digital downloads.
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PLOT TWIST! The Tracy Queen V2 Kickstarter Is Extended!
In an unexpected plot twist, the campaign to fund our socks-positive graphic novel, Tracy Queen, V2: Dangerous Experiments, has been EXTENDED! Rather than ending last Friday, as scheduled, now the second issue of this bonkers, pleasure-positive series will end this Friday. Here’s how it went down. Last Thursday, Kickstarter announced that they would offer 7-day extensions to campaigns…
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We’re Upping the Stakes! Get More from Your Pledge!
UPDATE: We’ve been granted a 7-day extension from the amazing folks at Kickstarter! Given the current climate of fear and uncertainty, we thought it best to give our campaign a few more days to reach the goal. The campaign will now end on Friday, March 27. With just a few days left to fund Tracy Queen,…
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The “Tracy Queen” Kickstarter Is Making Headlines
We’ve got just over a week left in the campaign to fund Tracy Queen, V2, and things are heating up! Here are a few of the headlines this campaign has made.
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Which Tracy Queen Character Are You? Find Out with this Quiz!
Don’t lie awake wondering anymore! Now you can find out what Tracy Queen character you are with this amazing personality quiz!
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Let’s Talk About Socks, Baby! (And Changing the World!)
Socks are an important part of adult life, but most of as are afraid to talk about them. Oneshi Press wants to change that. Let’s talk about socks, baby! (And how you can help us change the world!)
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Tracy Queen Is Back in “Dangerous Experiments”!
Everyone’s favorite warrior-turned-camgirl, Tracy Queen, is back in this second volume of her epic adventures—Kickstarting now!
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An Interview with OPCA #09 Cover Artist, Shadowind
“I’ve always believed little things matter, and if a story and/or artwork can lift someone’s spirits and bring them joy even just a little, or make them feel less alone, and inspire them, I think it can have a chain reaction that goes beyond what we can even begin to perceive.” — Shadowind
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Every Oneshi Press Publication Is Now Digital!
For the first time, every single Oneshi Press publication is available as a digital download from the Oneshi Press store! Come on, let’s get digital!
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An Interview with Comics Writer James Wayne Johnson
“[I relate to] Wolverine. Not because I see myself as a mysterious, dangerous loner but because we are both short and hairy.” — James Wayne Johnson, writer of “Bloom Squad”
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An Interview with Comics Writer Chris Lackie
“Like the Dark Knight Detective, I too spend my nights patrolling the wretched underbelly of my cursed city, protecting innocents from criminals who would do them harm for nothing more than the sick joy it brings—I’m just kidding. The thought of leaving the house after the sun goes down makes my tum-tum hurt.” — Chris…
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Oneshi Press Anthology #9—The Justice Anthology—Has Landed!
These gorgeous pages invite you to ask what justice means to these characters, to these stories, and to you. They’re out now at the Oneshi Press store!
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Digital Comics to Help Fight Wildfires? Let’s Do This.
We think of ourselves as an indie publisher that gives a sh!t. So, this week, we’re donating 50% of all our profits from digital book sales to wildfire relief in Australia.
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Farewell, 2019. Hello, 2020!
Now that 2020 has begun, we’re taking a look back at what we did in 2019—and it turns out we did a lot! So here’s a quick recap. In 2019, Oneshi Press… Released Oneshi Press Anthology #7, featuring work from nearly two dozen indie creators! Started publishing standalone short comics like “Guts,” “COG: Refuge,” and…
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An Interview with Comics Creator Nachiket Naik
We spoke to Nachiket Naik, writer of “The Witch’s Justice,” about his inspirations, his art, and accessibility in storytelling.
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Your 2019 Geeky Gift Guide from Oneshi Press
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If you’re shopping for someone who loves comics, art, indie publishing, or progressive values…we’ve got an Oneshi Press gift guide for you!
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Launch Party for “COG: War & Horses”!
The first dime-store western set in the Children of Gaia sci-fi-fantasy universe—”War & Horses”—has arrived. And that means it’s time to party!
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Call for Submissions: The Origins Anthology
Where did your character come from? Where did they start their journey? We want to show the world in our tenth comics anthology.
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How to Write Comics: 7 Tips on Writing for a Letterer from Cardinal Rae
Comics industry stalwart and professional letterer Cardinal Rae gives a few important tips on how to write your comic with your letterer in mind.
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How to Write Comics: Panel Descriptions
Writing comic panels is a finely tuned communication from a writer to an artist. Here are some tips on panel descriptions from writer Lynsey G and artist Jayel Draco.
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How to Write Comics: Planning Pages and Panels
The second post in the How to Write Comics series by Lynsey G covers The Big Stuff: Structuring your comic, breaking it into pages, and planning panel breakdowns on those pages.
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How to Write Comics: An Overview
Hi, there! Oneshi Press co-founder and editor in chief Lynsey G here! Look, writing comics is a skill it’s taken me years to develop. And, even after writing a graphic novel (that I continue to edit even as the art is being created), three issues of an ongoing comic series, and several short comics, I’m still…
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Spooky Samhuinn Sale—Today Only!
To celebrate our favorite day of the year, the Oneshi Press online store is having a spooky one-day sale today only at our online store!
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An Interview with Artist Jacey Chase
Jacey Chase is an artist, YouTuber, and activist whose short comic “Far Away” appeared in Oneshi Press Anthology #08. They also collaborated with Kael McDonald on “Junction,” a short comic to be featured in the upcoming Oneshi Press Anthology #09 in early 2020. We chatted with Jacey about inspiration, dissociation, drawing as a grounding pracice, and—of…
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We Need Reviews! Will You Write One?
We’re looking for your thoughts on our books, ranging from long-form reviews to short-form blurbs…and everything in between! Here’s how you can help.
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Oneshi Alum Charley Macorn on Jokes for Ghosts
We spoke with Oneshi alum Charley Macorn about their upcoming standup comedy show in an empty theater at the Old Montana Prison: Jokes for Ghosts!
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“PACK #2: Kindness” Is Here!
Oneshi Press is wagging its tail! The second issue of our gritty comicbook series—PACK #2: Kindness—is out today! Can’t we all use a little Kindness?
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An Interview with Legendary Comics Artist Vicente Alcazar
We talked to legendary comics artist Vicente Alcázar about highlights of his long career in comics, eschatology, and his work on “Ziegler Box”—part of the Oneshi Press Comics Anthology.
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We Did It! “War & Horses” Is Fully Funded!
After a month of fund-raising, “War & Horses”—our second full-length Children of Gaia illustrated novel—is fully funded! Thank you for your support!
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An Interview with Children of Gaia Co-Illustrator, Chris Covelli!
“Much like our world, Terra is a place where the wealthy and powerful act to further their own interests, and most ordinary people feel powerless to do anything but go along with it.”—Chris Covelli, “War & Horses” co-illustrator and Children of Gaia co-creator
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Saturday, Ask the “War & Horses” Creators Your Questions!
This Saturday afternoon, the creative team behind Children of Gaia: War & Horses will answer all your questions—live! You can join author Peter Lampasona, illustrators Chris Covelli and Jayel Draco, and editor Lynsey G. as they live-stream on Twitch! The creators of this weird western fantasy novel want to hear—and answer—all your questions. Ask Us…
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An Interview with “War & Horses” Author Peter Lampasona
Peter Lampasona is the author of “Children of Gaia: War and Horses” and “Carrying Iron.” We sat down with him to talk about his character the Triggerman, fight choreography, and why he’s a Hermione.
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The “War & Horses” Kickstarter Has Launched!
We’re Kickstarting the next illustrated novel from the Children of Gaia fantasy universe—War & Horses—right the heck now!
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Oneshi Press Will Be At SpoCon 2019!
Oneshi Press is getting ready to head to Spokane, Washington, for SpoCon 2019! Find us at our booth or at panels from August 9 – 11!
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An Interview with “Finn” Co-Creator, Kevin Sheely!
In our 8th anthology, Kevin Sheely teamed up with writer Desiree King on “Finn: Guardian of the Five Gates.” We caught up with Kevin to chat about 80s horror, Batman, and more!
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Introducing the Healing Anthology—Out Now!
Oneshi Press is thrilled to announce the launch of its eighth indie comics collection—the Healing Anthology! Our first semiannual anthology examines themes of trauma, healing, and redemption. Featuring the work of two dozen indie creators, these 120 pages will make readers think, possibly cry, and definitely smile.
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An Interview With “A Tale of Good Intentions” Creators Patricia Loupee and Amy Hay
“A Tale of Good Intentions” is a short comic written by Patricia Loupee and illustrated by Amy Hay. We talked to Patricia and Amy about this story, their character Nightmist, and their inspirations.
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Call for Submissions: The Justice Anthology
For our next anthology of comics and art, We want to know what you have to say about justice. Send us your short comics, art, and poetry by August 15!
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Spinwhiz Is Oneshi Press’s New Digital Comics Home!
Oneshi Press is proud to announce that we’ve partnered with Spinwhiz Comics, a new digital comics platform!
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Why Should Publishers Work With Beginning Creators?
We’re honored to publish work by beginning and first-time creators. Here are five reasons why everyone should do the same.
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One Subscription = Every Oneshi Press Publication!
No more scouring the internet for release dates. To heck with keeping up with every fund-raiser! Down with remembering what comes out next! Forget placing orders! Now, you can get all the Oneshi Pres publications you want with one simple monthly subscription to our Patreon!
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Celebrate Pride with Oneshi Press—and 10% Off!
We’re proud—no, ECSTATIC, to celebrate Pride Month! So we’re offering 10% off everything in our online store through the month of June!
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After the Cons: Visit the Oneshi Press Tables!
While we’re catching up after con-topia, visit our tables at the cons with some videos and and images from our adventures!
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A Sneak Peek Inside Our 8th Comics Anthology!
Oneshi Press Anthology #08 will be our first semiannual, 120-page, perfect-bound, trade paperback collection of indie comics. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s inside!
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It’s Con-Topia! Oneshi Press Is Doing Two Cons in Two Weeks!
Guess what, geeks in the inland northwest? Oneshi Press is doing two cons in two weeks! If you’re in the area, we want to see you during “con-topia”!
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The PACK #2 Kickstarter Ends Tomorrow! Here’s How to Help.
The Kickstarter to fund “PACK #2: Kindness” ends tomorrow! If we don’t reach our goal, we won’t get any funding! Here’s how you can help make it happen.
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“Tracy Queen, Volume 1” Is Now Digital!
We’re thrilled to announce that Tracy Queen, Volume 1 is now available digitally from ComiXology, along with all of our other comics!
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We’re Part of Free Comic Book Day 2019 at Muse Comics!
We’re giving away 25 copies of “PACK #1: Humility” to Missoula fans at Muse Comics on South Higgins for Free Comic Book Day!
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The Internet Is Abuzz About Tracy Queen!
As spring showers turn into spring flowers, the first volume of our sex-positive, sci-fi graphic novel, Tracy Queen, is buzzing! Check out these interviews and articles.
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It’s Time for for PACK #2: Kindness on Kickstarter!
Nine months after we successfully funded the first issue, it’s time to continue the saga of the 6 stray dogs—and 1 stray man—of the PACK! We’re Kickstarting PACK #2: Kindness, the story of the pit bull terrier Kindness.
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Spring Cleaning Sale at the Oneshi Press Store!
In the spirit of the annual cleaning craze, Oneshi Press is reducing our stock of literally everything with a spring cleaning sale!
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It’s Here! “Tracy Queen, Volume 1” Is Out Now!
After seven years of development, the first volume of the sweeping, sex-positive graphic novel, Tracy Queen, is here at last! The epic journey of our favorite sex-positive hero starts NOW.
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COVER REVEAL: “Tracy Queen, Volume 1” art by stevieraedrawn
It all starts with an unhappy twentysomething woman all alone in her Brooklyn home with just her hookah and her sword for company. So that’s where digital artist stevieraedrawn began with the cover of Tracy Queen, Volume 1!
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“Tracy Queen, Volume 1” Fulfillment: A Peek Behind the Scenes
At long last, “TracyQueen, Volume 1” is almost ready for release. But before the big reveal, we want to share some behind-the-scenes goodness!
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Collaboration vs. Competition (And Which Way We Lean)
At Oneshi Press, we believe that If we work together, we can accomplish more than we ever could alone. Collaboration lifts us all up toward success. Competition just grinds us down.
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An Interview with Speculative Fiction & Comics Writer Grivante
“As a writer, I want to create an immersive story that readers can fall in love with and get lost in. Something that, for a little while, makes them forget whatever may be going on around them.”—Grivante, in the Oneshi Press Creator Interviews series
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Introducing Oneshi Press Digital One-Offs, Starring “Guts”
Oneshi Press is embarking on a brand-new publishing journey! We love publishing comics collections, where each work of brilliance exists in conversation with others around it. But we also want to give our short comics the chance to shine on their own. That’s why, after nearly two years of publishing full-length books, we’re taking off in another…
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An Interview With Comics Writer Kyle Lawrence
“Gaining an understanding for people’s situations and motivations is all it really takes to sympathize. And we could all use some sympathy.”—Kyle Lawrence in the Oneshi Press Creator Interviews series
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5 Reasons Why We Lurrrv Indie Publishing!
It’s nearly Valentine’s Day, and that means we’re thinking about our lurrv of indie publishing. It’s not always easy, but we do it because we believe that storytelling can—and regularly does—change the world for the better, and we want to do it our way.
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Oneshi Press Anthology #07 Now on ComiXology!
For a limited time, each Oneshi Press anthology is available for less than the price of a ride on the New York subway. And they’re all immeasurably more fun.
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We’re Seeking Contributors (Here’s Why You Should Submit Your Work)
There are a lot of indie publishers out there, so why should you choose to work with Oneshi Press? The short answer is: Because we love our contributors.
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We’re Changing Our Publishing Schedule—Here’s What You Need to Know
This year, we will start publishing two comics collections per year instead of four. Our next anthology will be published on July 1, 2019, and the following will come out on January 1, 2020.
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An Interview With Comics Artist Walter Ostlie
“Comics are so flexible. Anything can happen. It really just lets my imagination run wild.”—Walter Ostlie in conversation with Oneshi Press
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Come Color with Oneshi Press & Jacey Chase!
We love gorgeous art. Come color some this month with Oneshi Press & Jacey Chase for a chance to win a signed copy of “PACK #1”!
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Oneshi Press Anthology #07 Is Here!
2019 begins with our 7th collection of immersive, progressive, gorgeous, comics! “Oneshi Press Anthology #07” is out now in limited-edition trade paperback!
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The Last-Minute Guide to Oneshi Press Holiday Gifts
Oneshi Press isn’t big on consumerism, we’re big fans of our products. So hey, if you’ve got a few gifts yet to source for this holiday season, here’s an Oneshi Press gift guide to help you through the process!
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Preorders Are Open for Oneshi Press Anthology #07
We won’t release these 60 pages of magnificence until until January 1, 2019. But you can preorder a limited-edition print copy now at the Oneshi Press store!
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An Interview With Comics Writer Benet Simon
“What was weird about breaking into comics is the realization that I had it right at twelve about what I should be doing with my life, because I’ve never been this good at anything!”—Benet Simon
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You Did It! “Tracy Queen, Volume 1” is FULLY FUNDED!
You did it! Your support helped us raise nearly $10,000 in just one month to publish Volume 1 of our epic sci-fi graphic novel, Tracy Queen!
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We’re Reading About Tracy Queen to Keep Ourselves from Biting All of Our Fingernails Off
There are just over 24 hours left on the Kickstarter! Haha! It’s fine! We’re fine. We’re totally not nervous about it or anything. We just need to read some of these articles and reviews about “Tracy Queen, Volume 1” to keep ourselves busy, that’s all.
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3 Days to Go Means EXTRA GOODIES! Let’s Do This!
With 3 days left to go, it’s time to declare which side we’re all on, pick up our swords, and become badass love warriors, just like Tracy Queen. To help make it happen, we’re adding EXTRA GOODIES to our Kickstarter to sweeten the pot. Let’s do this!
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8 Days Left…and Counting!
There’s just over a week left in the battle to fund Tracy Queen’s cyborg-clone army! And while we’re counting down, we’ve got some new goodies to help you get into the pulp-sci-fi, sex-positive, graphic-novel spirit with us: a new podcast and a video.
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High fives! We’re 25% Funded! Plus, Add-Ons!
High fives! Tracy Queen, Volume 1 is 25% funded! With the support of nearly a hundred amazing backers (wow!), we’re well on our way to making the hands-down coolest Kickstarter in the universe a success! To celebrate, we’re announcing ADD-ONS!
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Behold! The Tracy Queen Kickstarter Video!
Happy Halloween! Just in time for the holiday, it has arrived! Behold! A video for our Kickstarter campaign to fund Volume 1 of our epic sex-positive graphic novel, Tracy Queen! PLUS costume ideas!
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Video: Why Is Tracy Queen Important?
During a live-streamed Q&A held last weekend on Twitch, one of Oneshi Press’s kick-ass community members asked writer Lynsey G. why her graphic novel, Tracy Queen, is important. Here was her answer, captured live during the stream on Twitch!
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The Tracy Queen Kickstarter Is LIVE!
The Kickstarter to fund Volume 1 of our epic, feminist, pulp-sci-fi, sex-positive, amazing graphic novel, Tracy Queen, has launched! We really, really think that this graphic novel is worth all the help it can get!
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Don’t Miss Our LIVE “Tracy Queen” Q&A! (October 20)
If you’ve been wondering how the hell she got to be BFFs with a talking raccoon, why she spends so much on sex toys, how she decided to make an army of cyborg-clones, or…you know…any of that… Now’s your opportunity to find out!
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OPQA #06 Is Now Digital! Find It on ComiXology!
Digital comics readers, now is your time! You can get an electronic version of our latest—and spookiest—comics anthology at the world’s largest digital comics retailer: ComiXology!
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We’re Off! To Fan Expo Vancouver!
We’re setting off this morning on a journey FanExpo Vancouver from October 12-14! Drop by Artist’s Alley booth A122 to say hi, talk indie comics, and ogle our sweet comics.
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UPDATED Post Re: DeusNova42
Update: There has been a huge, unexpected change in events since we originally wrote the blog post below. Our dear friend, DeusNova42, is still very much alive. We were receiving updates on her situation from a mutual friend who lives in the UK and was able to visit with Deus daily during a prolonged illness.…
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Oneshi Press Anthology #06 Is HERE!
Our 6th collection of immersive, progressive, gorgeous, and super-spooky indie comics is here at last! “Oneshi Press Anthology #06” is available in limited-edition trade paperback, so get your print copy before it sells out!
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Draw Tracy Queen for Inktober & Get Published!
Deep down, Tracy Queen just wants what we all want—world domination. And every #Inktober image of her badassery gets her one step closer to that humble goal. So draw Tracy Queen for #Inktober, and get your work published in her graphic novel! Read on for all the details…
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“PACK #1: Humility” Is HERE!
We’re howling at the moon! After a year and a half of publishing our comics anthologies, Oneshi Press is proud to announce that our very first standalone comic book—PACK #1: Humility—is now available at the Oneshi Press Store!
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An Interview With Comics Creator Jason Hart
“I finally figured out that storytelling was the common thread running through all my passions—and a little later, that comics are the medium that does that best for me.”—Jason Hart
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Preorder Oneshi Press Anthology #06 Today!
Preorder now to be sure you get your very own print copy of “Oneshi Press Anthology #6″—our most chilling collection yet—ahead of the October 1 release!
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An Interview with Comics Artist Lucas Peverill
“Comics that raise pressing social issues can give readers the space to engage critically, as well as to dream differently. When we cannot solve our problems with the same old strategies, the situation calls for more imagination.”—Lucas Peverill
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Oneshi Press Solicits Wintery Short Comics Submissions
Hey, comics creators! We want your work! The submission deadline for our seventh immersive, progressive, gorgeous, creator-owned indie comics anthology is almost here! This time, we’re looking for wintery wonderlands, frosty fun, and all the hot cocoa you can shake your pencils at. So here’s everything you need to know about sending us your best…
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Oneshi Press Had a Blast at SpoCon 2018!
SpoCon 2018 has come and gone, and Oneshi Press was there to witness its glory! We had an absolutely lovely time at Spokane, Washinton’s local SciFi and Fantasy Convention.
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An Interview with Comics Artist Emily Swan
“You can experience something completely alien to you, simply by opening yourself up to another person’s journey. While that can be uncomfortable at times, it is important to be challenged.”—Emily Swan
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Oneshi Press Is Going to SpoCon 2018!
Look for Oneshi Press at SpoCon 2018! The Oneshi Press co-founders, Lynsey G. and Jayel Draco, will be at SpoCon 2018—Spokane, Washington’s local science fiction and fantasy convention! They’ll be showing off Oneshi Press’s many projects: Children of Gaia, Tracy Queen, PACK, and the Oneshi Press Quarterly Anthologies! Copies of all printed books will be on site for sale. Stop by the…
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An Interview with Comics Artist Diego Vidal
“Always try to take a second reading of everything we consume; even if you are not the critic type, you could learn a lot [about] every aspect of life!”—Diego Vidal
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Oneshi Press Anthology #05 Now Available at ComiXology
OPQA #05 features stories and art about vampires, aliens, angels, humans, dogs, raccoons, faeries, time travelers, spies, video store customers, Satanists, cyborgs, porn stars, vigilantes, mutants, and more. Grab your digital copy now at ComiXology!
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An Interview with Comics Artist Jan Velazquez
“Say something that can be useful to people in their own life. Story and entertainment. Those are the things I look for in every story.”—Jan Velazquez
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Oneshi Press Anthology #05 Is HERE!
In the 60 pages of Oneshi Press Anthology #05’s, short comics and art from over a dozen indie creators reveal layers of meaning, nuance, and astonishing beauty.
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An Interview with Comics Writer Ryan Haack
“I think the most useful way of approaching writing comic scripts is to think of them as an invitation to collaborate. They aren’t like screenplays or plays, but more about rough ideas and collaboration and conversations between artist and writer.”—Ryan Haack