Posted by: STORM in Conventions, Craft, Interviews, Process
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Last WonderCon, NPR Producer Stephanie Foo had one question on her mind:  What was the first superhero that you created?  She asked this question to many comic book artists and Stephenny Godfrey and I were included in her project (I found it rather serendipitous that she wanted to know about the heroes I created as a kid as I am drawing them now as an adult for my self-published memoir fantasy comic Princess Witch Boy). A week later, Stephanie wrote us, asking for images from our childhood to be used in a slideshow to compliment the interviews!

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Posted by: Greg in Accolades, Conventions, Reviews, Signings
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Stephenny, Storm, and their Trophies.

Boy, Portland, you sure know how to make creators feel welcome.

Ever since I was welcomed into the fold here at Writers Old Fashioned, I’ve heard about how much fun the Stumptown Comics Fest is. Its been nothing but “Well, the Portland fest is sooo cool!” and “Just wait until we get to Stumptown and you’ll see.” And after spending three days mingling with the people of Portland, I’ve got to admit that it may be the most comic-friendly city I’ve ever been to.

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Posted by: Matt in Accolades, Conventions, Signings
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The Writers Old Fashioned crew makes its annual trip to Portland this weekend for the Stumptown Comics Fest. This year, we’ve landed multiple Trophy Award nominations!

Congratulations to STORM, Stephenny, and Greg.

They have racked up SIX nominations between the three of them. Be sure to find the Writers Old Fashioned table and vote for these amazing projects if you are at the show!

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Posted by: Emily in Accolades, Conventions
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Brazilianoir!  That’s right, you heard it here first (or maybe here).  Emily Stackhouse and Nicholas Shahan’s  first mini comic, Brazilianoir, brought home the gold for Outstanding D.I.Y. at Stumptown Comics Fest 2009.

Thank you Portland for sharing your love!

Posted by: Emily in Accolades, Conventions, Promotion
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This just in! Writers Old Fashioned now has two, count ‘em, two contenders for the the majestic Trophy Award!

Emily Stackhouse and Nicholas Shahan are up for Outstanding D.I.Y with their comic, Brazilianoir!

Jason McNamara and Paige Braddock are in the running for Outstanding Small Press with, The Martian Confederacy!

If you’re going to Stumptown Comics Fest, check out our books and then vote! vote! vote!

Go team!

Posted by: Emily in Conventions
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Stumptown 2009. It’s that time of year again, when the fine city of Portland, Oregon, opens it’s arms to the world of comics! The city has even dubbed the month of April, Comic Month, how cool is that?

This is something that Writers Old Fashioned wouldn’t miss for the world. So we’re packing up our wares and heading up North. Also, check out fellow Old Fashioned Writer, Jason McNamara’s Trophy Award nomination for Outstanding Small Press.  And please, look out for us. Stop by booth 85 and say hi, will ya?

Posted by: Danger in Conventions
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Hi there intrepid reader I’m Danger Bob, sorry if we’ve met before but I have trouble with names. Sit for a minute and read the story of how I almost died. Okay, it’s just one of the stories where I almost died, but this one takes place during Wonder Con 09. Continue Reading »

Posted by: Emily in Conventions
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I originally wanted to write a recap of my 2009 WonderCon, but I just can’t get into the details.  It seems if I focused on the specifics (like the fact that Mike Mignola’s table was two tables away from our own!) I’d be missing the big picture of WonderCon.

Does anyone remember this song?

(click “continue reading” to rock out)

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Posted by: Emily in Conventions
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I don’t know about you, but I love some good ol’ homemade costumes and comic book fans are especially good at do-it-yourself fashion.  Wonder Con is like a pop culture safari; cruise around the convention halls and you’ll be sure to spot several icons in their natural habitat. Continue Reading »

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Well, I just poured another cup of tea and am ready to tell you about my experience at APE 2008.  First up, let’s talk about the weather.  How amazing was that rain?  I’ll tell you what, everyone with a massive hangover from Halloween was thankful for those dark skies.  Continue Reading »