iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

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Brian Stelfreeze - artist, teacher, storyteller @stelfreeze1.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Next week you can catch Brian at the giant Essential Sequential booth in Baltimore Comic Con.

BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

I know I don't BlueSky enough (I'm not calling them Skeets), but wanted to call attention to a video I was really excited to make -- traveling to both of my state's Black-owned direct carket shops and interviewing their owners. Check it out: youtu.be/AVJr3A3Ji0A

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Inside North Carolina's INK ALLIANCE Shops (Full Interview)

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

🤣🤣🤣 I forgot I even mentioned that. I bet @stephwilliams.bsky.social has the answer though lol

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

It's time to move on from Peter Parker. youtu.be/Emuwidx7ndU?...

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

So excited about these announcements!

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

It’s Cody with Peruvian artist Diego Olortegui on art. Very excited to see what they have cooking!

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

When Mike Davis of Blerds Underground looked around at ComicsPro 2023, he was surprised to find no one who looked like him. He started asking around... "Where are all the Black retailers?" The collective response: "Let us know when you find them." Three years later, he's doing exactly that.

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The Comics Pals @thecomicspals.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Thanks again to @bjkicks.bsky.social for joining us for July's Static & Icon bookclub. Check out the VOD to hear us talk about the beginnings of both of these quintessential Milestone comics. buff.ly/WHH20IZ

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Tate Brombal @tatebrombal.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Virgil has always been a part of the plan. When I first sat down with Marquis in New York, he pitched it from the jump: “…and then we bring in Static!” As an editor, his job is curation and protecting these characters, and the care and thought he’s shown for Virgil has seriously been inspiring.

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Tate Brombal @tatebrombal.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Static joins the Titans in NEW TITANS #38 but, before that, catch an exclusive prologue comic in NEW TITANS #37 to see what leads Virgil to the team! Preorders are due Monday, June 22, so don’t miss it. ⚡️⚡️⚡️

New Titans #37 interior art by Sami Basri and Adriano Lucas.

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

I think “creator owned project” is my new favorite way to describe a gestating baby lol @peposed.bsky.social

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

HeroesCon 2026 is just a week away! Here’s my annual guide to making the most of the convention, including my picks for MUST SEE panels and events. youtu.be/ljG_WkCSufg?...

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HEROES CON 2026: The ULTIMATE Guide to Creators, Panels & More!

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Ok. Enough time has passed. It's time to talk about how I missed the deadline to preorder SKTCHD Book 2025 and now my collection will have a gap. I'm sorry, @davidharper.bsky.social. I have failed. 🥲

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Stephanie Williams @stephwilliams.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Another comic book announcement from me! It's not a superhero comic so I'm sure some may not give a damn, but I do. I'm here to tell the stories regardless of the genre. It's been such a professional joy to work with @raheight.bsky.social on a project finally!

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Shaquille O’Neal Teams With Archie Comics to Develop Comic Book Series ‘Vengeance Unchained: The Legend of Black Caesar’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Shaquille O'Neal has partnered with Archie Comics to develop the new comic book series 'Vengeance Unchained: The Legend of Black Caesar.'

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Some clarification around my role in the #DCBlackout

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

I gotta get better at BlueSkying.

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Tate Brombal @tatebrombal.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Static joins the Titans in NEW TITANS 38. Don’t miss it. ⚡️

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David Harper @davidharper.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

It seems the Eisner Award ballots are now officially open, so if you're a voter, SKTCHD is a nominee in the Best Comics-Related Periodical/Journalism category and I hear it's pretty cool! I'm very proud of what I've been doing at SKTCHD, and I would certainly appreciate the consideration.

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

I know YouTube is supposed to be always on. But this has been a very "I'm turning this off" type of week.

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

I recently got to chat with @kibblesmith.com about his journey in comics, writing comedy, Darkwing Duck and the upcoming Lilo & Stich: 626 anthology! Check it out: www.youtube.com/watch?v=27U1...

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Daniel Kibblesmith Reveals His Writing Process & Comic Influences

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Free Comic Book Day is this Saturday! It's my favorite day of the year, and I just filmed the Ultimate Guide to help you navigate! Check it out: youtu.be/ZvALeGY_4I4?...

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FREE COMIC BOOK DAY 2026 | What Books to Pick Up, Parents Guide & More!

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Dave Chisholm @davechisholmcomics.com · 28/04/2026

9.5/10 — let’s goooooo!!!

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

I scheduled this video to release while my wife and I were on vacation in the Smoky Mountains. Kinda overwhelmed by the amount of comments, so I'm gonna pretend they don't exist and just look at these photos I took instead. youtu.be/2h1SUNtimjg

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

Thank you! It was so cool seeing Penny & the Yeti on the shelf at my LCS today!

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

It's a heavy week for new series debuts, and we're FINALLY getting the second printing of The Dakota Incident! All on this week's Pull List. youtu.be/jIWeP5ucPTo?...

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NEW COMIC BOOK DAY 4/22/26 | SPIDER-MAN/SUPERMAN #1, CORPSE KNIGHT #1, VAMPIRELLA #1

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

One of my favorite conversations recently was with @davallone.bsky.social! Here, we chat about bringing professionalism to the craft of writing, how comics helped his career in media, and GIANT SIZE SAVAGE TALES! youtu.be/UWbJLkEMoU0?...

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DAVID AVALLONE on Writing For DC, Dynamite, And Bat Wheels

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Dave Chisholm @davechisholmcomics.com · 14/04/2026

For #portfolioday, I thought it'd be fun to collect (almost) all of the comics/graphic novels I've had published in the last decade, both alone and in collab with others. I get hung up on "what is the art?" and I always land on the final printed book, the pages collected in sequence, the object.

top L to bottom R:
-ENTER THE BLUE, Z2 Comics, made entirely by me
-MILES DAVIS & THE SEARCH FOR THE SOUND, Z2 Comics, made entirely by me
-SPECTRUM, Mad Cave Studios, written by Rick Quinn, art/letters by me
-CHASIN' THE BIRD, Z2 Comics, made entirely by me apart from the colors in the first half of the book which are by Peter Markowski
-THOMPSON HELLER , Source Point Press, pencils/inks by me, written by Milton Lawson, colors by Fabian Cobos, Letters by Damon Kane
-INSTRUMENTAL, Z2 Comics, made entirely by me
-CANOPUS, Scout Comics, made entirely by me
-PLAGUE HOUSE, Oni Press, written by Michael Conrad, art/letters by me
-TYRANNY OF THE MUSE, self-published, written by Eddie Wright, art/letters by me
-IS TED OK issues 1, 2, and reprint of issue 1, Mad Cave Studios, made entirely by me.

Missing: HIGH STRANGENESS issue 1, written by Chris Condon and Daniel Noah, art by me, letters by Becca Carey (I couldn't find my copies of it!!! ugh)

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

After revealing the Absolute Court of Owls, Snyder & Dragotta bring us Absolute Scarecrow! Curt Pires expands the world of Lost Fantasy, and Ice Cream Man returns! All on this week's Pull List. youtu.be/ztn0TssYWZc

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NEW COMIC BOOK DAY 4/15/26 | ABSOLUTE BATMAN #19, FIREBORN #1, THE HAB #1, X-MEN UNITED #2

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

New Interview! I recently got to rap with Joe Casey and Steven T. Seagle on the return of BEN 10! Issue 1 drops 5/6/26, so get your pre-orders in now! youtu.be/MMvjolIKpTk

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BEN 10 is BACK! Joe Casey & Steven T. Seagle talk New Comic Series

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Just a few hours left to save 50% on nearly 2 dozen Superman titles at PanelBound Comics! Shop sale items here: comicsaredope.com/supersale

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

Somehow, I didn't realize this never saw the light of day. So from the archives, check out this great conversation with @fredvanlente.bsky.social! We talk The Future Is ******, Comics History & Peter Cannon: Thunderbolt! You can pre-order the Peter Cannon TPB at your LCS now! youtu.be/OvQQjOCMCeE

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FRED VAN LENTE Talks The Future Is *****, Comics History and PETER CANNON: THUNDERBOLT!

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Back in February, I sat with @globalcomix.com for an interview about my journey as a comic fan turned content creator. We talk elevating Black voices, what current series I'm digging, and a lot more. Check in for indie recommendations as well! youtu.be/bRG0b-IzLtU?...

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GlobalComix interviews BJ Kicks from @comicsaredope

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

David F. Walker talks his love for Blaxploitation era films, highlighting humanity through character work, and why writing for the Big Two is akin to sharecropping. Check it out: youtu.be/FzST6Z7yfS0?...

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DAVID F. WALKER Talks Creative Process, Black Film & The Monster of Blackenstyne

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

Decided to go off-cadence with this one, so you have a chance to pre-order ahead of today's FOC! My latest interview with @jimmygaspero.bsky.social about his debut graphic novel, Penny and the Yeti! youtu.be/oP3zaSN84KY

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JIMMY GASPERO on Podcasting and Writing His First Graphic Novel! | Penny and the Yeti

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

This one made the Top of the Pile this week, for good reason. Check out Is Ted Ok? from Mad Cave and @davechisholmcomics.com

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Haven’t done a good old fashioned haul in a MINUTE. Plus, this one has a really special ending. Check it out: youtu.be/C5cOpT2sIG8?...

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Recent Pickups and a VERY SPECIAL Unboxing! | Comics, T-Shirts & More!

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Nikolas Draper-Ivey breaks down his dream Cast and Crew for a Live-Action STATIC film: youtu.be/t_AIsSefMbA?...

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Who Should Be Cast in STATIC SHOCK: THE MOVIE?? | Nikolas Draper-Ivey Explains

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N. K. Jemisin @nkjemisin.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

A Texas school district has banned HOW LONG TIL BLACK FUTURE MONTH, along with over 1500 other books. Mine was kicked bc it's labeled for adults, which is true. But so are every one of my books, which are available in most schools. That's the only one with "Black" in the title, tho.

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Hit ya wit no delayin, so whatchu sayin, yo?

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Just like that, The Dakota Incident: Decoded is complete! Missed an interview? Check them ALL out at www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

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BJ KICKS @bjkicks.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Time for the final installment of The Dakota Incident: Decoded. @nikdraperivey.bsky.social talks working with Edwin Galmon, THAT scene outside the coffee shop, why we don't have more Static comics, and what he's looking forward to next. youtu.be/wuRIvKstqc8

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NIKOLAS DRAPER-IVEY Gets REAL on THE DAKOTA INCIDENT, STATIC Movie Casting & More!

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