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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Starting October off right with a little Scream! action.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Dave is the Earth and we’re all the little squirrels traipsing around on his surface. HBD.

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Kenny Meyers @kennym.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

I’ll take any chance I get to talk to @chriscoplan.bsky.social!!!!!

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

It was an honor to get to edit this. Jonathan wrote his heart out, and what we get is a personal essay humming with radioactive humanity and joy and deep connection. Great work you should not miss.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

This week's theme is, "The world is mine to seize, but dare I extend my hand?"

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Based on my heaps of writing this year, 'Ted' is one of my fave books. Dave has made some of the most human and uplifting sci-fi of the last decade, and 'Ted' is a reminder that you choose who you are every time you make a move. And I think the TPB version will be cool in all new ways.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

The older I get, the more I like the "version" of me reflected back in reading my own writing. He's a good dude, and I'm proud of him all the way.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Eric and company have a neat little book on their hands, and it's totally fitting with the fun-but-personal scope that I always dig with many AHOY titles. If you're keen, read the Q&A and support the campaign. Otherwise, a dragon may or may not steal all of your blood.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

ICYMI: I spoke w/ @natepowell.bsky.social about the totally great 'Diana,' due out 10/6. RIYL: Metaphysics, punk rock, complicated friendships, punk rock, coming-of-age stories, the Ozarks, triptychs, and punk rock. (CC @abramscomicarts.bsky.social)

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Bullet train to Wormwood: ‘Diana’ completes Nate Powell’s magical punk-rock triptych

The story ends (begins) next month.

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AIPT @aiptcomics.com · 22/09/2026

‘Death of Comics Bookcase’ Vol. 2 reminds us this medium is smart, silly, and collaborative magic @zackquaintance.bsky.social #comicsky Read @chriscoplan.bsky.social's review:

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‘Death of Comics Bookcase’ Vol. 2 reminds us this medium is smart, silly, and collaborative magic

Give me more Shark Twain!

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Thanks to @zackquaintance.bsky.social for sending this issue over for review. He and the whole team/gaggle of collaborators have done some truly charming and touching work (even if there's some less than stellar gags). Comics are fun and magical, and this book proves it with gusto.

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‘Death of Comics Bookcase’ Vol. 2 reminds us this medium is smart, silly, and collaborative magic

Give me more Shark Twain!

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Really proud of how this review came out. Especially because Chris and Jacob have a truly special book that feels inescapable in its draw and charm and intent. As the kids say, they're so back, baby.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

It was great to talk to @natepowell.bsky.social about ‘Diana,’ which is a potent and touching book but also so much more still.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

This week's theme is, "You are the main character, and perhaps that means you're dying."

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Send me directions to this town.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Holy trout, this is gonna be ultra mega tremendous.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

ICYMI: Earlier this week I spoke to @danielwarrenart.bsky.social about the triumphant 'Chainkata.' It's a chat that touches on "dude feminism," the sporadic nature of creation, narrative rules/consistency, and, of course, the Cattle Mutilation. Enjoy!

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A cut above: ‘Chainkata’ is Daniel Warren Johnson’s bloody, thoughtful magnum opus

Chainsaw swords, enough said.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

'Fixation' is bloody good fun, and I appreciate Amy going into the spoilers with me. RIYL: fandom, slashers, and mega-earnest protagonists.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

So glad that the super great TTB is back! Shout-out to Chris and Jacob for taking the time to talk returns/changes, the Iraq War, and what's next for Ol' Sheriff Coates. Wooo!

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Ed and company have a fun book that’s truly solid horror but also so much more thoughtful and deliberate in its tone and message. Plus, head squishing galore!

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

I didn’t have the courage to say this before — I’m likely countering that ask because I keep whispering onto the universe, “Please just send me assets under 1 MB.” Oops.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

‘Macabre Valley’ was fun, so I assume this will be a hoot and a holler.

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AIPT @aiptcomics.com · 15/09/2026

🪚⚔️ Daniel Warren Johnson (@danielwarrenart.bsky.social) is going for broke with Chainkata. From chainsaw swords and “dumb-man feminism” to Warhammer, pro wrestling, fatherhood, and the creative risks behind his new sci-fi epic, Johnson breaks it down with @chriscoplan.bsky.social:

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A cut above: ‘Chainkata’ is Daniel Warren Johnson’s bloody, thoughtful magnum opus

Chainsaw swords, enough said.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

What's sharper across 'Regicide': the monster's claws or Doru's words? If you like monsters and gore and medieval contemplations regarding universal reality, come into this book like it's your ye olde favorite tavern.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

One of my fave Deep Dives not only of the year but of the 70 or so I’ve done. Getting to talk with DWJ about wrestling, world-building, personalized storytelling, family, leading with your heart, and so much more. Please enjoy.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

This week’s theme is “Drive fast, hit hard, be extra cool.”

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AIPT @aiptcomics.com · 13/09/2026

🎨 JUDGING BY THE COVER JR.: Which covers caught our eyes this week? @davidbrooke.bsky.social picks @matiasbergara.bsky.social's gorgeous The Mischief of Magpies #2, while @chriscoplan.bsky.social goes with @johnjpearson.bsky.social’s The Patron #2. Hear our takes: aiptcomics.com/2026/09/13/a...

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

How did I not get rubber stamped with “autism” from birth?

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

I’ve been disappointed by journalism for almost 30 years.

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AIPT @aiptcomics.com · 10/09/2026

ICYMI 🤠 @michaelwalsh.bsky.social talks with @davidbrooke.bsky.social about Jonah Hex and the Shadow of Death, revealing why the Wild West is perfect for horror, an aging Hex, and the folklore and Blood Meridian influences shaping the series. 💀 #comicsky #1 arrives October 7!

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Michael Walsh talks horror, redemption, and ‘Jonah Hex and the Shadow of Death’

Everyone's favorite aging gunslinger battles guilt, supernatural terror.

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Rory McConville @rorymcconville.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Really enjoyed chatting with @chriscoplan.bsky.social about Archie vs The Terminator. Final orders for #1 are due this Monday.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

I love teens being threatened by robo-assassins, so this is right up my alley.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Learning about my autism, learning to control my anger, and learning to believe in and support myself. Oh, and maybe learning how to cook way more fish.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Had a pretty good chat w/ Kyle about not only two beloved franchises, but avoiding cynicism with crossovers, how to pair characters in meaningful ways, and the power of time travel. Enjoy!

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Bout to hit either a powerslam or a sick Emerald Flowsion variant.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

This week’s theme is, “A Labor (Day) of love.”

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

I’m tired of not talking more about how Silverchair had the best 3-album run in history (and all in 4 years!)

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Do I capitalize Stunner on 2nd ref if I referred/am referring to the Stone Cold Stunner?

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Rob did a great job on this piece. He makes such a clear and impassioned argument for why something so small matters so much. Happy we get to run stuff like this regularly enough.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

ICYMI: DVP and I spoke about #doompatrol, #karmanblade, and the many threads aligning and differentiating these real good books. Enjoy!

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Yes, it's the "killer horse" comic. But 'TDBTD' is also shaping up to do some real interesting stuff with horror and westerns. But still read if you like spooky ponies.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

My latest Deep Dive (TM) is a 2-for-1 as DVP and I explore the links (and nonexistent links?) between two great new books. The unifying thread? Big, potent stories to smack you in the head.

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Chris Coplan @chriscoplan.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

This week's theme is, "To love and to die is a glorious, colorful mystery."

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