Are Comic Book Movie Expectations Too High?
In this opinion piece, DPW comic book guy Spencer Church gives us his take on the best way to watch superhero movies.
Jealousy: Why You Shouldn’t Hate The Player Or The Game
When you're jealous of others you focus too much on them and not enough on yourself. This can lead to feelings of self-loathing and future regret. But that's only the start.
What Makes A Happy Ending?
Never cheat your audience. Give them an ending that satisfies. A happy ending is a matter of opinion, though, because what makes a happy ending is different for everyone. This means you don't need to rely on old happy ending tropes to tell a good finale to your story.
Short Story Classics: The Open Window By Saki
Hector Hugh Munro (18 December 1870 – 14 November 1916), better known by the pen name Saki, and also frequently as H. H. Munro, was a British writer whose witty, mischievous and sometimes macabre stories satirize Edwardian society and culture. He is considered a master of the short story, and often compared to O. Henry and Dorothy Parker. Influenced by Oscar Wilde, Lewis Carroll and Rudyard Kipling, he himself influenced A. A. Milne, Noël Coward and P. G. Wodehouse.
The Subway Out Of Time
How cool would it be if we had subway trains that took us to time periods instead of places? Join us as we explore that idea with this sci-fi themed tale.
Gray and Blue
"You don't do this alone, Nor does anyone, it's true."
Indie Comic Review: Black Vol 1
In a world that already hates and fears them -- what if only Black people had superpowers. After miraculously surviving being gunned down by police, a young man learns that he is part of the biggest lie in history. Now he must decide whether it's safer to keep it a secret or if the truth will set him free. Collects issues 1-6.
Don’t Read The Comments Section: Why You Must Ignore Negativity
With so much negativity in the world, you might find it difficult to focus on the good things in life. But it doesn't have to be that way.
The 6 Things You Must Do When Submitting Your Novel To An Agent
Seeking out a literary agent can be scary and daunting, but it doesn't need to be complicated. Do these six things to get your best chance at scoring a literary agent.
Poetry Classics: The Dykes, By Rudyard Kipling
This poem is quoted in an official UK government publication about military doctrine in the British Army, in a chapter on ‘conflict and the application of force’!
The Last Friday
One more week and the "event" will be upon us. Are you ready?
The Beginning
The origin of a never finished superhero story.
The Diablo Venerable
"A whisper between whispers."
All About The Bendis: A Brief Look Back At Brian Michael Bendis’ Career At Marvel
With news of Brian Michael Bendis leaving Marvel, we felt it would be fun to take a look back on his long career with the company.
Comic Book Review: Plastic
Retired serial killer Edwyn Stoffgruppen is in love with Virginia, a girl he “met online.” Her affection quiets his vile urges. Together, they tour the back roads of America in their LTD Crown Vic, eating doughnuts and enjoying their insatiable appetites for each other. Life is good…until a Louisiana billionaire kidnaps Virginia, forcing Edwyn to kill again in exchange for her freedom. And the twist to all of this? Virginia is a sex doll.
Fitness Motivation: Dreaming Of Iron
Sometimes we all need an extra spark to get us motivated. This piece is aimed to get you back in the gym and focusing on your physical and mental health.
