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Run For Your Life

March 26th, 2012

For the last five years, Tugboat Press has produced a free comic to give out on Free Comic Book Day (unofficially) and at the various conventions we attend throughout the year. This year's FCBD book is called Runner Runner and is crammed full of over two dozen stories in just 32 pages. The idea was to make the densest, most satisfying read possible. Comics are notorious for being quick reads. We hope that you'll have to settle into your comfy chair for this book (some pages have over fifty panels).

Runner Runner also marks the return of legendary Portland cartoonist Kalah Allen providing the cover art and the featured front story. It's been a long time dream to get to work with Kalah. Her minicomic Jar of Pennies is a subtle masterpiece that still holds up a decade after its first publication. Though single motherhood has pushed her into semi-retirement, hopefully this will be the start of a comic book renaissance for the talented Ms. Allen.

For the curious, here is a complete list of the amazing artists in Runner Runner in order of appearance in the book: Kalah Allen, Jesse Reklaw, MK Reed, Rich Tommaso, Drew Weing, Aron Nels Steinke, Rina Ayuyang, Galen Longstreth, Aaron Renier, Julia Gfrorer, Jonathan Hill, Joey Sayers, Matt Wiegle, Corinne Mucha, Andy Hartzell, Jason Martin, Minty Lewis, Damien Jay, Tessa Brunton, Elijah Brubaker, Robin Enrico, Nate Beaty, Lisa Rosalle Eisenberg, Alec Longstreth, Kazimir Strzepek, and Lilli Carre. Wow!

Our flagship title Papercutter is going on hiatus for the year but we have several excited projects in the works. Stay tuned.

Dylan Williams R.I.P.

September 13th, 2011

Dylan Williams was my friend and I loved him very much. His death has torn a hole in my heart that won't soon heal.

Over the last few days, I've been flooded with memories of my time with Dylan. The one I keep coming back to is one where he didn't even know I was there. I take the 70 bus to work sometimes and it passes outside the dojo where Dylan practiced Tai Chi on a nearly daily bases. I would sometimes see him in there peacefully going through his training forms. The last time I saw him at the dojo, he was sparing with someone. They were pushing each other on the shoulders to practice holding their balance and reversing the attack to push back. It was a cool move. Dylan was having a blast and would often break out in a big smile. I could have watched him all day, but too soon the light changed and my bus moved on down the street.

I've been trying to focus on specific memories. It's keeping him real and alive inside me and I need that.

We co-published five comics together, and I'm proud of them all. It was great working with such a good friend and such a pure soul. I'm so grateful for our time together. I will miss him everyday.

For more on Dylan, The Comics Reporter put together a collective memory page here.

Better Late Than...

July 15th, 2011

It's summertime here in Portland and life is good. So good that we forgot to update the Tugboat Press news section for four months. Oops.

As you can see there is a new issue of Papercutter out. Issue sixteen features the return of Joey Alison Sayers. Her story "Pet Cat" from issue twelve is one of our most praised pieces we've ever published, and it will appear in the next edition of Best American Comics. Also in this issue is Liz Prince, returning for her third appearance in Papercutter (her new minicomic series I Swallowed the Key to My Heart is pretty amazing stuff), and making his debut is Alexis Fredrick-Frost who is author of one of our favorite minicomics of last year, The Courtship of Miss Smith, and is part of the three headed monster that creates the Adventures in Cartooning series of books.

Besides Papercutter, we have another free comic out this year. It's called Dragons! and is half comics / half activities book for kids. It was co-edited by Alec Longstreth and features dozens of writers, cartoonists and writers. The center spread maze by Kazimir Strzepek is a sight to behold. If you missed getting it at Free Comic Book Day, you might be able to grab one from us at some of the upcoming comic book shows.

Also, don't forget that MK Reed and Jonathan Hill are serializing their graphic novel AMERICUS over at saveapathea.com. Nearly 200 pages are up now and the collected book will be coming from First Second Books in late August. Preorder now!

Year of Lightening

March 9th, 2011

Here at Tugboat Press, we are all looking forward to our 2011 publishing schedule. We have six new books in the works and we're excited about all of them. We may throw in a few surprises too as the year progresses.

To kick things off, we have a new issue of our flagship title Papercutter. Issue Fifteen brings us three new stories from some of our favorite new cartoonists. Jonas Madden-Connor returns with a full length story that will blow your mind with its worlds within worlds storyline. It's a really smart and funny and dark. Our favorite qualities in a story. 

Exciting young cartoonists Melinda Boyce makes her Papercutter debut with a short autobiographical comic about trying to impress her sister and injuring herself in the process. It's beautifully drawn in painterly washes.

Papercutter mainstay MK Reed also returns (check out her amazing webcomic Save Apathea, it's rad!), this time joined by artist Drew Weing. This story is sure to cause debate between cat lovers and... the rest of us. One thing we can agree on is that Drew's back cover art is spectacular. 

Three from Fall

September 7th, 2010

After a slow summer, Tugboat Press is proud to release three new books for Fall 2010!

Yes, Let's is our first picture books for kids and our first 100% full color publication. It's written (in rhymes!) by our longtime friend and sometimes co-editor Galen Longstreth and illustrated by the amazing Maris Wicks. This is the first book of this kind for either creator, so get in on the ground floor with this one. It'll charm your socks off!

Invincible Summer #19 / Clutch #22 is the ninth annual split zine from these two mainstays of American zinedom. If you don't know Nicole and Clutch's zines, this split is a great gateway drug. Told in diary style comics, these two old pals live (somewhat) overlapping lives of zines, friends and good times.

Papercutter #14 has been a longtime coming! Nate Beaty, who has drawn the endpages for every single issue of Papercutter, finally steps forward to illustrated a big 21 page story and the front cover. And it's a good one! Written by old friend Dave Roche of On Subbing fame, their story follows Dave on a train trip through the darker parts of middle America. There is also a one pager from Jim Rugg featuring the character Bald Eagle from Jim's legendary series Street Angel. And Farel Dalrymple provides the third story. He's always been a hero of ours, so it was a real honor having him contribute to this issue.

We'd like to send our congratulations to Rina Ayuyang and Matt Wiegle from their nominations for Promising New Talent at this year Ignatz Awards.

Current Releases

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Runner Runner

32 pages. 26 artists.

Free ~ Free

How much story can you fit into one page of comics? That is the question we posed to 26 of our favorite comic book artists for the first issue of Runner Runner, a new anthology for Free Comic Book Day 2012. Using inventive storytelling and unique approaches to page design, this issue overflows with some of the cleverest, funniest, and strangest comics we've ever published. While some stories grew into multi-page epics, Runner Runner is sure to compete for the championship for most comics per square inch.

Cover by Kalah Allen.

Pick it up for free at participating comic book stores on May 5, 2012.

 
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Invincible Summer #20 ~ Clutch #23

by Nicole Georges and Clutch McBastard

32 pages ~ $2.00

Over the last decade, Nicole and Clutch have been teaming up annually for this split zine that traces the daily adventures of two cartoonists as they make their way through the ups and downs of modern life. This year's issue finds Nicole dealing with a pet emergency, a brief trip to Canada, Zumba lesson and the pre-empting of the Amazing Race. Meanwhile, Clutch battles the neighborhood raccoons, struggles with his drawing, discusses procreation, and takes several naps. Filled with humorous conversations and heartfelt reflections, this split zine is a fun look at friendship.

Order online from: Atomic Books and Parcell Press.

 
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Papercutter #17

A Comic Book Anthology

32 pages ~ $4.00

Papercutter is Tugboat Press's award winning anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists. This issue marks a departure for Papercutter as we turn the whole issue over to acclaimed zinester Jason Martin (Laterborn) who fills the issue with seven autobiographical stories illustrated by seven of today's best cartoonists. Jesse Reklaw (Slowwave) draws a story from Jason's youth as he creates the greatest unknown supervillain of all time, "The Weeper". Calvin Wong (Ramble On) provides the art for one the most harrowing moments in Jason's life as his house nearly burns to the ground. Corinne Mucha, Francois Vigneault, Sarah Oleksyk, Hellen Jo, and Vanessa Davis round out this special issue with funny, compelling, and heartfelt stories. Additional art by Nate Beaty.

Order online from: BuyOlympia, Atomic Books, Microcosm, Parcell Press, Quimbys and Sparkplug.

Available wholesale to bookstores from Last Gasp.

 
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Papercutter #16

A Comic Book Anthology

32 pages ~ $4.00

Papercutter #16 is the latest issue in Tugboat Press's long running anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists. This issue features a darkly compelling cover story by Joey Alison Sayers (Just So You Know), that follows the life of a middle school science teacher as his noble ideals about his profession start to crumble around him. Liz Prince (I Swallowed the Key To My Heart) returns with a brief look at the inner workings of her mind and finds it all to be pretty cool actually. Alexis Frederick-Frost (The Courtship of Miss Smith) wraps up the issue with a lush tale of a hunter who finds some of her prey to be adorable. Additional art by Nate Beaty.

Order online from BuyOlympia, Atomic Books, Parcell Press, and Sparkplug.

Available wholesale to bookstores from Last Gasp

 
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Papercutter #15

A Comic Book Anthology

32 pages ~ $4.00

Papercutter #15 is the latest issue in Tugboat Press's long running anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists. This issue features a gripping cover story by Jonas Madden-Connor (Ochre Ellipse). It tells the parallel stories of a young boy who realizes his world is not what it seems and a retelling of the Hercules myth as he tricks a cowardly king. Melinda Boyce (AOA, Batcave Beach) recounts her harrowing childhood memories of ill advised candy consumption and dental mishaps. MK Reed (Cross Country, Americus) and Drew Weing (Set to Sea) wrap up the issue with a cautionary tale titled "My Boyfriend... Or My Kitty?" Additional art by Nate Beaty.

Order online from our friends at: buyOlympia, Atomic Books, Copacetic, Microcosm, Parcell Press, and Sparkplug.

Available wholesale to bookstores from Last Gasp.

 
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Yes, Let's

by Galen Longstreth and Maris Wicks

32 pages ~ $6.00

Tugboat Press is proud to present our first ever picture book for kids. Yes, Let's is the story of a large, fun-loving family heading out into the woods for a day of exploring and adventure. Illustrated with beautiful, full color art by Maris Wicks and told in charming rhymes by Galen Longstreth, every page of this little gem is brimming with energy and wit. A heartfelt love letter to simple pleasures, family togetherness and the great outdoors, Yes, Let's is sure to bring a smile to your face.

Order online from our friends at: buyOlympia.

 
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Invincible Summer #19 ~ Clutch #22

by Nicole Georges and Clutch McBastard

32 pages ~ $2.00

For the past nine years, Nicole and Clutch have teamed up for an annual split zine that traces the daily adventures of the two cartoonists as they make their way through the ups and downs of modern life. This year's issue finds Nicole on a reading tour as she catches food poisoning in Brooklyn and then returns home to teach little kids how to make zines. Clutch rides his bike, eats burritos, takes naps, and spends way too much time on the computer writing pointless emails. Filled with humorous conversations and heartfelt reflections, this split zine is a fun look at friendship.

Order online from our friends at: Parcell Press and Microcosm.

 
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Papercutter #14

A Comic Book Anthology

32 pages ~ $4.00

Papercutter #14 is the latest issue in Tugboat Press's long running anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists. This issue features a fantastic cover story written by Dave Roche (On Subbing) and illustrated by Nate Beaty (BFF, PieceMeal). It follows a group of family members on a cross country train trip as they discover more of America than they expected. Brian Maruca and Jim Rugg (Street Angel, Afrodisiac) present a manic one-pager about a soapbox race against the world's rudest kids. And Farel Dalrymple (Pop Gun War, Omega the Unknown) tells the tale of a band of young girls who combine music, magic, and friendship to survive life in the big city. Additional art by Nate Beaty.

Order online from our friends at: Atomic Books, buyOlympia, Copacetic, Microcosm, Parcell Press, and Quimbys.

Available wholesale to bookstores from Last Gasp.

 
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Papercutter #13

A Comic Book Anthology

32 Pages ~ $4.00

Papercutter #13 is the latest issue in Tugboat Press's long running anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists. This issue features a brilliant cover story by Matt Wiegle (Seven More Days of Not Being Eaten) about a bitter son trying to get revenge on his father by creating a controversial sideshow act. Tim Root (Crappy Comics) provides the second story about a fateful morning at a convenience store, and Jonas Madden-Connor (Ochre Ellipse) tells the tale of a boxer trying to hang on for one more fight. Additional art by Nate Beaty.

Available online from our friends at: Atomic Books, buyOlympia, Copacetic, Microcosm, Parcell Press and Quimbys.

Available wholesale to bookstores from: Last Gasp.

 
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Clutch #19

The Lost Years

320 pages ~ $8.00

For over five years, Clutch McBastard kept a daily diary comic about his life, his adventures, his job, and the funny things his friends would say. Now, for the first time, Clutch opens up his vault of unpublished comics and seldom seen rarities from his annual split zine with Nicole Georges of Invincible Summer zine for this giant 320 page book to complete the last full sized issue of this cult favorite. 

Order online from our friends at Atomic Books, Microcosm, and Parcell Press.

 
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Papercutter #12

A Comic Book Anthology

32 pages ~ $4.00

Papercutter #12 is the latest issue in Tugboat Press's award-winning anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists. This issue features a thrilling story written by Rachel Bormann (Cakewalk) and illustrated by Eisner Award winning artist Nate Powell (Swallow Me Whole) about a father and daughter who attend a Carlos Santana concert and get an eye full of the man himself. This issue also features a back up story by Joey Alison Sayers (Just So You Know) about a comic strip that refuses die. And Mark Campos & Dalton Webb (Moxie, My Sweet) team up to tell an intriguing tale of a fortune teller who helps the lonely hearted. Additional art by Nate Beaty.

Available online from our friends at: Atomic Books, Copacetic, Parcell Press and Quimbys.

 
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Invincible Summer #16 ~ Clutch #21

by Nicole Georges and Clutch McBastard

32 pages ~ $2.00

For the past eight years, Nicole and Clutch have teamed up for an annual split zine that traces the day to day life of the two cartoonists as they make their way through a minefield of relationship drama and existential angst. This year's issue features a case of swine flu, a trip to Toronto, strange birthday cakes, teaching little kids to make comic books, online video games and the dirtiest stick figures ever. Filled with humorous conversations and heartfelt reflections, this split zine is a fun look at friendship.

Order online from our friend at Microcosm and Parcell Press.

 
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Whirlwind Wonderland

Comics and Stories by Rina Ayuyang

128 pages ~ $15.00

Rina Ayuyang was born in Pittsburgh to a large Filipino-American family and though she's moved cross country to San Francisco, she often feels the pull of her family obligations both in Pittsburgh, the Bay Area and the Philippines. Using heart, humor and beautifully illustrated comics, Rina tells the loving (and sometimes aggravating) story of how her relationship with her family has grown and changed as she's become an adult. Beyond family life, Rina must also deal with a long commute to her office job which provides her with ample time to daydream about celebrities, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Murder, She Wrote. In color and black & white.

Now available from Sparkplug Comic Books.

Also available from our friends at BuyOlympia, Parcell Press, Powells, and Quimbys.

 
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Papercutter #11

A Comic Book Anthology

32 pages ~ $4.00

Papercutter #11 is the latest installment in Tugboat Press's award-winning anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists. This issue features a dramatic story written by Amy Adoyzie (The Post-It Diaries) and illustrated by Jon Sukarangsan (Hurricane Season) about a restless young woman who takes a job as a dishwasher and starts an ill advised romance with a man she meets at a bar. Dustin Harbin (Dharbin) tells the short tale of Duperman and his secret day job. And Lisa Eisenberg (I Cut My Hair) completes the issue with a comic about a frustrated teacher and a troublemaking student who won't stop drawing during class. Additional art by Nate Beaty.

Order online from our friends at Atomic Books, Microcosm, Copacetic, Quimbys, buyOlympia and Parcell Press.

Available wholesale to bookstores from Last Gasp.

 
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Neptune

An All-Ages Graphic Novel by Aron Nels Steinke

160 pages ~ $14.00

Neptune is the story of an adventurous and clever fifth grader named Erika, her restless little brother Patrick and their loyal dog Neptune. When Erika and Patrick miss the bus to school, they have little idea of the amazing events that lay before them. Between a long walk to school, pop quizzes and lost homework, Erika must keep her wits about her as she tries to protect her brother, her dog and maybe the whole world. Using beautiful black and white artwork, Aron Nels Steinke (Super Crazy Cat Dance) weaves a joyous and energetic story full of unexpected twists and turns, hilarious moments, thrilling escapes and even a sing-a-long.

Available now from Sparkplug Comic Books.

Also available from our friends at Atomic Books, BuyOlympia, Powells, Parcell Press, and Quimbys.

 
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Papercutter #10

A Comic Book Anthology

32 pages ~ $4.00

Papercutter #10 is the latest installment in Tugboat Press's Ignatz-winning anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists. This issue features a haunting story by Damien Jay (The Natural World) about a small village taken over by strange events and the one woman who can stop them. Jesse Reklaw (Couch Tag) tells the epic tale of a man lost at sea and the many dangers he encounters. Also, Minty Lewis (PS Comics) presents a story of an office drone who longs for something more than the lonely life he leads. Additional art by Nate Beaty.

Order online from our friends at: Atomic Books, Microcosm, Quimbys, buyolympia, Parcell Press, and Copacetic.

Available whole to bookstores from Last Gasp.

 
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Papercutter #9

A Comic Book Anthology

32 Pages ~ $4.00

The hauntingly beautiful ninth issue of the acclaimed anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists is here. Aron Nels Steinke (Big Plans) presents the featured story about a young couple living in a haunted house and the strange dreams that plague the owners. Elijah Brubaker (Reich) tries to find hope while in line for the ATM. And Hellen Jo (Jin and Jam) tells the tale of the spookiest back street in San Francisco. Additional art by Nate Beaty.

Order online from our friends at Atomic Books, MicrocosmCopacetic Comics, Quimbys, Parcell Press, and buyOlympia.

Available wholesale to bookstores from Last Gasp.

 
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Papercutter #8

A Comic Book Anthology

32 pages ~ $4.00

The exciting eighth issue of the acclaimed anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists has arrived. Corinne Mucha (My Alaskan Summer) tells the featured story about a time in her life when she was haunted by a coven of traveling witches. Elijah Brubaker (Reich) returns to Papercutter to share a glimpse at the coolest kids in high school. And Jeremy Tinder (Black Apple Ghost Factory) tells the unexpected tale of a man embarking on the craziest night of his life. Additional art by Nate Beaty.

Order online from our friends at Atomic Books, Microcosm, Copacetic Comics Company, Parcell Press, and Quimbys.

Available wholesale to bookstores from Last Gasp.

 
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Papercutter #7

A Comic Book Anthology

32 Pages ~ $4.00

The sensational seventh issue of the acclaimed anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists. MK Reed (Catfight) and Jonathan Hill (One of the Johns) team up to tell the featured story about two best friends trying to survive the last day of school in the worst small town in America. Aron Nels Steinke (Big Plans) shares the moment he knew he was destined to become a cartoonist and Andy Hartzell (Fox Bunny Funny) brings a forgotten Hans Christian Anderson classic to life. Additional art by Nate Beaty.

Order online from our friends at Atomic Books, Micrcosm, Quimbys, Copacetic Comics Company and Parcell Press.

Available wholesale to bookstores from Last Gasp.

 
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Papercutter #6

A Comic Book Anthology

36 pages ~ $4.00

The special sixth issue of the acclaimed anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists. Alec Longstreth (Phase 7) steps in as guest editor and tells the featured story about an intense summer spent working in Vermont for an upstart theater troupe.  Ken Dahl (Monsters) presents a harrowing tale of a  lonely man's quest for the legacy of modern America. And webcomic superstars Julia Wertz (The Fart Party) and Laura Park (Do Not Disturb My Waking Dream) team up for a lovely story about a group of kids who find a dirty magazine in the woods. Additional art by Nate Beaty.

This issue is now OUT OF PRINT.

 
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Papercutter #5

A Comic Book Anthology

32 pages ~ $3.00

The action-paked fifth issue of the acclaimed anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists. Kazimir Strzepek (Mourning Star) tells the featured story about a post-apocalypic world where two rival gangs battle for control of a war torn city.  Liz Prince (Will Your Still Love Me If I Wet the Bed) and Bwana Spoons (Pencil Fight) complete the issue with tales of friendship, tea parties and the secret to finding true love. Additional art by Nate Beaty.

Order online from our friends at Atomic BooksMicrocosm, Quimbys, and Copacetic Comics Company.

Available wholesale to bookstores from Last Gasp.

 
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Papercutter #4

A Comic Book Anthology

32 pages ~ $3.00

The dramatic fourth issue of the acclaimed new anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists. Sarah Oleksyk (Roadside, Ivy) tells the featured story about a pair of lovestruck misfits who meet at an all-night copy shop. Vanessa Davis (Spaniel Rage) and John Porcellino (King-Cat) complete  the issue with tales of friendship, club-hopping, and snowstorms. Additional art by Nate Beaty. Wraparound cover by Sarah Oleksyk.

This issue is now OUT OF PRINT, but all the stories have been reprinted elsewhere. Sarah Oleksyk's story is in Best American Comics 2008, Vanessa Davis's story is in her book Make Me a Woman, and John Porcellino's story is in his book Map of My Heart.

 
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Papercutter #3

A Comic Book Anthology

36 pages ~ $3.00

The exciting third issue of the acclaimed new anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artists working today is here. This issue features a brilliant story from Elijah J. Brubaker (Reich) about a pair of artists who wander a rainy city looking for beauty, inspiration and doughnuts. Also Lilli Carre (Tales of Woodsman Pete) presents a short piece about a man born with a mandolin for a head. And Graham Annable (Grickle, Hickee) tells the tender and powerful tale of one brother trying to clean up the mess of broken-hearts and unpaid rent after the other brother skips town. With additional art by Nate Beaty. Cover by Graham Annable.

Order online from our friends at the Atomic Books, Copacetic Comics Company and Quimbys.

Available wholesale to bookstores from Last Gasp.

 
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Clutch #16

House of the Damned

110 pages ~ $4.00

Clutch McBastard, the Charlie Brown-ish main character of this long running zine, is looking to take the next step in his life and buy a house. He's getting older and is ready to settle down. But what might seem like a straight forward plan, quickly starts to unravel when Clutch begins to doubt himself and gets distracted by his many side projects. Told in diary style comics, this autobiographical zine is filled with rich characters, funny moments and bittersweet views of life. An addictive cult favorite.

Order online from our friends at Atomic Books and Microcosm.

 
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I Want Everything to be Okay

by Carrie McNinch

98 pages ~ $10.00

Carrie McNinch, author of the long-running zine The Assassin and the Whiner and a pioneer of the autobiographic comics movement, returns to the genre she helped create. Tracing a year in her life, I Want Everything to be Okay is a funny, tender, honest and ultimately, hopeful story of a woman haunted by depression and alcoholism as she rebuilds her life from the inside out.

Order online from our friends at Microcosm and Sparkplug.

 
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Papercutter #2

A Comic Book Anthology

28 pages ~ $3.00

The second issue of the exciting new anthology series dedicated to showcasing the best young, underexposed and emerging comic book artist working today.  This issue features a powerhouse story from Becca Taylor (The Wonderful Year) about an ambitious actress who stars in a controversial movie and the real life woman she portrays. Also Paul Tobin & Colleen Coover (Banana Sunday) present the tale of a mysterious cat burglar who steals more than just money and jewels. And Liz Prince (Will You Still Love Me if I Wet the Bed?) goes undercover into the secret world of indie rock ghosts. With additional art by Nate Beaty. Cover by Becca Taylor.

This issue is now OUT OF PRINT

 
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Papercutter #1

A Comic Book Anthology

32 pages ~ $3.00

The premiere issue of our new flagship title. Papercutter will be a quarterly comic book anthology featuring new original stories from emerging and underexposed comic artists from every corner of the cartooning world. This issue features a compelling love story from Aaron Renier (Spiral Bound) set in the streets of Brooklyn and the halls of New York's famed Natural History Museum. Also Sean Aaberg (The Adventures of Pipu) introduces us to SALT, a punk kid with a nose for adventure, and JP Coovert (Driving South) runs his car into a tree. With additional art by Nate Beaty. Cover art by Aaron Renier.

Order online from our friends at Atomic Books, Microcosm, Quimbys, and Copacetic Comics Company.

Available wholesale to bookstores from Last Gasp.

 
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Make Something!

85 pages ~ $5.00

From the halls of Portland's famous DIY art center, the Independent Publishing Resource Center, comes this collection of essays, comics, and stories about the nature of creativity and the magic that happens when you get off you ass and make something. Featuring work by twenty-five of Portland's best zinesters.

Order online from our friends at Microcosm.

 

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