2021-09-13 21:11
It's with a heavy heart that I've decided to... resume blogging yet again. Apologies in advance to fans of comics criticism and quality journalism Read More
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Graphic novel reviews, comic news, and opinions on books, video games, movies and self-publishing from the perspective of an embittered indie author.
2021-09-10 15:05
I've finally been able to book a week off work and resume the project, which is now a larger and more cohesive graphic novel called Sarfend Read More
2021-08-15 20:27
An unbelievably accomplished effort that hits home at every level and will be spoken of for years to come Read More
2021-08-14 17:28
Begum's murky, abstract art works best when it’s at its least lucid, with several nightmarish scenes that descend into psychological horror Read More
2021-08-06 20:43
Sacco’s art and storytelling are at their densest and most nuanced yet Read More
2021-08-04 18:01
dreams, in which I was being chased by Friday The 13th’s serial killer Jason Vorhees, through the nebulous interiors of the Southend Odeon Read More
2020-12-24 20:25
Every year, I vow to draw a Christmas card for family and friends. Sometimes, albeit rarely, I actually follow through with my threat Read More
2020-11-21 22:53
I love taking our little podenco Dobby along the Westcliff beach on a Saturday morning. You never know what rare wildlife you'll spot, such as this lesser speckled Transformer in its natural… Read More
2020-11-18 17:12
I've been loving the @SelfMadeHero #DrawYourBookshop tag today, in which artists render their local independent bookseller. So much, in fact, that I thought I'd stumble drunk into the party… Read More
2020-11-17 18:01
Well, I had intended to finally resume Indie Penance yesterday, its magnificent return preceded by a fanfare of trumpet playing automatons and dancing rodents Read More
2020-11-15 12:52
Shelf Abuse will be resuming this week, with the Indie Penance piece becoming a weekly regular for now Read More
2020-10-18 07:48
Indie Penance will return next week, but until then here's a few reviews that featured in previous columns Read More
2020-04-24 18:15
I struggle to stay creative in an endless lockdown loop, and read look at two great new sci-fi comics: Rosemary Valero-O’Connell’s Don’t Go Without Me and Genu Read More
2020-04-14 15:55
This week I ramble on about depression, Death Stranding, auteurship, creator-owned comics, The Lighthouse, and David Robertson’s Bell Time Read More
2020-03-09 15:47
In the first of a new ongoing column format, I explain why I’m quitting writing comic reviews – but why I’ll still be writing about indie comics Read More
2020-03-09 15:47
In the first of a new ongoing column format, I explain why I’m quitting writing comic reviews – but why I’ll still be writing about indie comics Read More
2019-11-21 07:40
As part of the Titan Comics Blade Runner 2019 blog tour, I ask just why the hell everyone in cyberpunk needs to wear a trench coat Read More
2019-10-29 21:08
The final Indie Penance (for now) says farewell with mini-reviews of Glorious Wrestling Alliance, Murder, The Belles, Lonely Dogs Anthology and Herbert West Read More
2019-10-16 10:14
This week: The Illuminati Ball, Dodge Danger and Going to the Chapel, Serious Creatures and Geek Girl Read More
2019-10-02 19:12
Indie Penance is back from its summer break with Griff Gristle, The Legend of La Mariposa and Daughter of Titan Read More
2019-09-12 09:30
Patrik’s delicate inks and watercolours draw us into Crannog's world with a painstaking attention to detail Read More
2019-09-10 17:08
Ben Jelter is crowdfunding physical copies for Plasma Burn, the second volume in his inventive cyberpunk comic, Heliosphere Read More
2019-09-08 18:29
Unpredictable and uncategorizable, Meth the Immortal is shaping up to be a really fun series Read More
2019-09-05 20:59
Jane Upson looks at manga series based around the subject of bullying Read More
2019-08-25 11:20
An effective anti-bullying parable with believable characters and a strong sense of setting Read More
2019-08-23 06:54
A brief beginner's guide to manga, from Jane Upson Read More
2019-08-19 20:30
In this week’s Indie Penance: Pat Higgins’ The Family, experimental anthology The Sea, and The Way Volume 1: Age of Darkness Read More
2019-08-17 07:52
A considered and intelligent sci-fi comic with a lot to say Read More
2019-08-13 21:21
Lowery and Anderson’s affectionate alien invasion saga continues with an even stronger than expected follow-up Read More
2019-08-07 12:18
Dave Terruso, creator of the upcoming Alter Ego: The Other Me, shares a simple but effective tip that may well improve your storytelling Read More
2019-08-04 16:38
Indie Penance returns, again, with Sliced Quarterly, The Cave, Marble Cake and The Catalyst Read More
2019-07-28 16:44
Space Bastards is loud, dumb fun, but not without a large measure of acerbic anti-capitalist commentary Read More
2019-07-18 21:27
Comics will break your heart, kid. And also your wrist and lower back Read More
2019-06-17 19:16
An eclectic selection of David Robertson’s short comics from the 80s and 90s Read More
2019-06-09 15:10
This week I explore Manga at the British Museum, and am reminded of the joy of physical comics by J. G. Birdsall’s Venus Rises Read More
2019-06-04 13:19
An uncompromising read that gets under the skin Read More
2019-06-03 21:51
I take a look at Rian Hughes' influential career, with the incredible Logo-a-gogo Read More
2019-05-27 21:31
In this Indie Penance, I look at Wraith #2: The Psychic and the Poet, Robyn, Tyler Cross: Angola and 13: The Astonishing Lives of the Neuromantics Read More
2019-05-08 19:25
I'm back, with a new bionic arm, a preview from my upcoming comic project and... FINISH HIM!! Sorry about that Read More
2019-04-28 16:33
This week, mini-reviews of Sprouting and Other Tales of the Curious, Boy Abducted By Aliens Returns, and The Marriage of Njord & Skadi Read More
2019-04-19 09:49
Frances Castle’s eerie ghost story and World War II mystery is a must read Read More
2019-04-14 13:29
In my second Indie Penance of the week: How to Make Comics with Springworth, Identity Stunt and the Tabulit anthology Afar Read More
2019-04-08 21:37
The first of two Indie Penances this week! First up: Venus Rises, Fearscape and Knock Knock Read More
2019-03-19 21:03
In this Indie Penance, mini-reviews of Once Our Land, McCay and Emma G Wildford Read More
2019-02-24 23:08
In this week’s Indie Penance: Priming the Charge, The Witching Hour, Feast or Famine and Culbard’s Lovecraft Read More
2019-02-24 23:08
Matthew Loisel talks about his new series Murder, animal rights and the comics that inspire him Read More
2019-01-30 18:08
This week I test out the new Kamvas Pro 20 and blow the heads off zombies Read More
2019-01-28 08:18
Break the Cake embodies everything I love about British self-published comics Read More
2019-01-13 20:40
Murder clearly has an agenda, but at no point does that agenda become the comics’ only selling point Read More
2019-01-11 15:13
A few of my faves from 2018: Retrograde Orbit, Merrick & Crowe, Headspace and Greenhouse Read More
2019-01-01 19:41
For 2019 I vow to be a complete and utter cunt. Kicking puppies and stealing children’s sweets, that sort of thing Read More
2018-12-10 17:31
In this week's column that nobody reads I rant about how shit everything is Read More
2018-12-10 17:00
Warren Pleece's three intertwined stories explore Scotland's history of slavery Read More
2018-12-02 20:07
The seventh and final volume of Pug Grumble’s wonderful all-ages fantasy Farlaine the Goblin Read More
2018-12-02 12:10
A singular futuristic vision built upon unique Peruvian influences and eccentric technology Read More
2018-11-26 20:21
Indie Penance returns with Killtopia, Follow Me In and Wild's End Read More
2018-11-18 23:28
The passing of a true comics legend, and some other shit Read More
2018-11-12 22:49
Some sketches and roughs from my upcoming webcomic project Read More
2018-11-04 22:51
After following up the amazing Inkhead LAB with several weeks of flu, I'm returning to reality, and possibly even comics Read More
2018-09-23 12:47
Clip Studio Paint is driving me insane, but there's always Spider-man Read More
2018-09-22 18:22
Thompson's immense knowledge of his subject lends Casanova in Paris a genuine sense of authenticity Read More
2018-09-16 14:47
In this Indie Penance: Waking Life, Frankenstein Texas, Tom N Artie, The Herebey Dragons and This Train Terminates Here Read More
2018-09-09 22:05
Norton Juster’s “demon of petty tasks and worthless jobs" seems increasingly relevant with age Read More
2018-09-09 20:22
Tab Kimpton's charming traveller's guide challenges real-world LGBTQ+ myths Read More
2018-08-27 13:31
Matthew Brown’s introspective journey through the practice is an authentic and engaging oddity Read More
2018-08-20 06:37
This week I’ve been enjoying Yakuza 0. Arguably a little too much Read More
2018-08-19 20:35
Indie creator Gary Scott Beatty joins Webtoons with Gods of Aazurn Read More
2018-08-15 21:19
Pictures for Brains is a 100-page book collection of Ben Jelter’s surreal illustrations Read More
2018-08-13 07:05
This week I am very pleased to announce the Inkhead Comics Culture LAB! Read More
2018-08-12 20:35
A great paid opportunity for professional, self-published and aspiring comic creators this October Read More
2018-08-05 15:28
Turns out making comics is more demanding than I anticipated...
The post On The Shelf #10: No Looking Back appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-08-05 14:51
Indie Penance is back with Storm Clouds, Mild Frenzy, Cognition, The Great North Wood and Metropo.
The post Indie Penance #26: Mild Clouds, Unending Frenzy appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-07-29 22:30
Time to make comics... maybe next week.
The post On The Shelf #9: Busy, Busy… appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-07-22 10:46
The calm before the creative storm.
The post On The Shelf #8: Everything’s Coming Up Carlos appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-07-22 08:34
Mad Cave's Mark London shares advice on publishing, promoting and distributing your comics.
The post How to Get Your Comic Published (From Someone Who’s Done It) appeared first on shel… Read More
2018-07-15 23:08
Comics, comics everywhere, nor any spot to work.
The post On The Shelf #7: Drowning in Comic Books appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-07-08 20:21
Moving on from failed creative projects through... I'm not exactly sure.
The post On The Shelf #6: A Bunch of ACE-holes appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-07-02 14:59
A present-day story set in an alternate America in which witches “came out” in the 1960s.
The post On Kickstarter Now: I Am Hexed appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-07-02 10:42
A sweet-natured and whimsical book with a clear body positive message.
The post About Betty’s Boob Graphic Novel Review appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-07-01 20:17
This week it's all print proof woes, Nightbreed, Hereditary and Darkest Dungeon.
The post On the Shelf #5: Contains No Nutritional Content appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-06-27 12:08
The mentorship program collects the finest young Scottish talent from minority backgrounds.
The post BHP Launching ‘Full Colour’ Anthology at Glasgow Comic Con appeared first on… Read More
2018-06-25 07:03
A self-published farewell topped with rainbow sprinkles courtesy of the Ice Cream Man.
The post On The Shelf #4: Books Heal All Wounds appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-06-17 15:26
Rats, rats, rats... and occasionally comics.
The post On The Shelf #3: Farewell My Sweet Fatrat appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-06-10 22:19
This week I moan about CreateSpace, learn to think while drawing and obsess over Shadow Tactics.
The post On The Shelf #2: Thinking and Drawing appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-06-06 09:36
Sweet-natured yet frequently surprising, this anti-bullying comic is everything an all-ages title should be.
The post Lucy the Octopus Graphic Novel Review appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-06-02 13:43
In the first of my new short and sweet weekly column I'm enjoying Hellboy, my new Intuos Pro and, surprisingly, Solo: A Star Wars Story.
The post On the Shelf #1: Seed of Destruction appeare… Read More
2018-05-30 18:29
The Unsound is genuinely unsettling in a way that few comics manage.
The post The Unsound TPB Review appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-05-13 17:58
I look at Permanent Press, 'Vengeance, Nevada', The Colin's Godson Annual, Skip Chippington and Radio On.
The post Indie Penance #25: Permanent Vengeance Broadcast appeared first on shelfabu… Read More
2018-05-02 17:41
Mike French’s sequel to the brilliantly bonkers An Android Awakes.
The post Fictional Alignment Book Review appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-04-26 07:11
In this week's IP: Invasion from Planet Wrestletopia, GalaXafreaks, The Resurrected, Hexes and Hollow Monsters.
The post Indie Penance #24: Super Mini-review Catch-up Special, Part Three app… Read More
2018-04-02 12:16
In this week's Indie Penance: A Stubborn Adventure, Rolled a One, Gregory Suicide, Peace of Mind, and Diedre and Albert.
The post Indie Penance #23: Super Mini-review Catch-up Special, Part… Read More
2018-04-01 15:57
Tina Olah provides a spoiler-free review of issue #49 and series introduction for new readers.
The post Saga #49 Comic Review appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-03-17 20:18
Etgar Keret's adaptation gets a much-deserved colour rerelease from Archaia.
The post Pizzeria Kamikaze Graphic Novel Review appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-03-05 07:51
Dark Beach continues its engaging murder mystery and singular vision of a sunless future.
The post Dark Beach #3 Comic Book Review appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-03-04 18:44
Royden Lepp's excellent Rust is an all-ages title in the truest sense.
The post Rust Volume 4: Soul in the Machine Review appeared first on shelfabuse.com Read More
2018-03-01 13:57
Indie Penance returns with Impossible, Adamant, Kingdom of Skulls, Witch Creek Road and It's Cold in the River at Night.
The post Indie Penance #22: Super Mini-review Catch-up Special, Part… Read More
2018-02-04 14:43
Dutch artist Erik Kriek, of the longstanding Gutsman, reinterprets five classic murder ballads in this brilliantly unsettling collection
The post In the Pines: 5 Murder Ballads Graphic Novel… Read More
2018-01-24 19:21
Dave Thompson and Kev Butters discuss the creative process behind their new series, and why they decided to self-publish.
The post Casanova in Paris: The Shadows of the King – Part One… Read More
2018-01-20 21:58
Pratap Chatterjee’s account of post-9/11 electronic surveillance and the military-industrial comple, brought to life by cartoonist Khalil.
The post Verax Graphic Novel Review appeared… Read More
2018-01-10 18:50
Mystery Club creator Amy Tucker discusses self-publishing and gathering up the courage to start making comics.
The post Interview: ‘Mystery Club’ Creator Amy Tucker appeared firs… Read More
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