HI. MY NAME IS JESS & I MAKE RAD PICTURES
Every now and then I like to stop and give an overview for all of our new followers–and there are a lot of you! For those of you who are new to this blog, or are trying to figure out who I am and what I do: this post is for you. HELLO. MY NAME … Read more
HAPPY FREE COMIC BOOK DAY!
Today is Free Comic Book Day! Be sure to stop by your local comic shop and get your free comics! Not sure where your local comic book shop is? Use this fancy comic shop locator to find out. Did I mention that my vampire character, Harold, has his own four-page story in Top Shelf’s free … Read more
INTERVIEW WITH FREE COMIC BOOK DAY
FREE COMIC BOOK DAY Mark your calendars: Saturday, May 4 is Free Comic Book Day! Free Comic Book Day is a single day – the first Saturday in May each year – when participating comic book shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely FREE to anyone who comes into their stores. INTERVIEW … Read more
LOOKING BACK AT LTUE 2013
Every year–without fail–LTUE manages to be a bigger and better event than the previous year. 2013 has been no exception. WHAT IS LTUE? LTUE stands for Life, the Universe and Everything: a symposium on science fiction and fantasy, geared toward writers, artists, filmmakers and fans. This was my third year participating as a panelist, speaking … Read more
LTUE IS HAPPENING NOW!
Going to LTUE? Here’s my schedule for today: 2PM Working With Clients 3PM Art for Children’s and YA Books 6PM Writing for Comics and Web Comics 8-10PM Book Signing In case you missed yesterday’s event, here are some of the handouts I gave to panel attendees (click for full, printable size):
In Conversation With Jess Smart Smiley (Graphic Novelist, Upside Down: A Vampire Tale)
I recently got to talk with Marty Mulrooney of Alternative Magazine Online about my graphic novel, Upside Down: A Vampire Tale. I’ve been following AMO for a while now, and it was great chatting with Marty about writing, style, inspiration, and what’s next. Read the full interview here. Related articles Upside Down: A Vampire Tale Preview (comicsworthreading.com) Free … Read more
Review of Graphic Novel “Upside Down: A Vampire Tale”
Rue Morgue has been the world’s leading horror culture and entertainment publication since its launch in 1997. Over the years, Rue Morgue has expanded into an international horror expo, an award-winning film production arm, a horror radio broadcast, a weekly talk radio show, a monthly film series, and a line of horror-themed clothing and accessories. As … Read more
Project Highlights from 2012
2012 has been an exciting year! My first graphic novel, Upside Down: A Vampire Tale, was published by Top Shelf Productions, and took home an Arty Award for best graphic novel. I also had my hands in a number of really fun projects and I survived the Mayan apocalypse! Scroll down to check out a few highlights from … Read more
Upside Down: Where to Get It
Where Can I Get It? Happy holidays, everyone! I’ve been getting a bunch of emails asking how to get hold of a copy of my graphic novel, Upside Down: A Vampire Tale, so I thought I’d post some options. Bookstores and Comic Shops Check your local Barnes and Noble bookseller, or a nearby comic shop. If … Read more
Don’t Read My Graphic Novel
Don’t Read My Graphic Novel That’s pretty much what the following review says about my new graphic novel, Upside Down: A Vampire Tale (Top Shelf Productions, 2012). A concerned friend sent me the link to the review and, rather than defend the book, I thought I would just share the review here: Review of Upside Down: … Read more
