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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

An excerpt from Matt Spencer's Changing of the Guards: “Yeah, but we both know, don’t we? Sometimes knowing has to be enough.” #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #grimdarkfantasy #grimdarknovel #indiepublishing

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

An excerpt from Matt Spencer's Changing of the Guards: Their gazes rested on each other while the kaleidoscope of ice-crystal reflections twirled with them across the floor. She pulled him closer and rested her head on ... #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #grimdarkfantasy #grimdarknovel #indiepublishing

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

An excerpt from Matt Spencer's Changing of the Guards: “That’s crazy.” She sighed. “Yeah.” He took her hand in his. “You know what else is crazy? On the day Rorkaster and I ... #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #grimdarkfantasy #grimdarknovel #indiepublishing

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Finished the inks for the homage piece (after Noriyasu Togakushi's original Castlevania box art). Adapted for the upcoming Chadhiyana: Curse of the Rakshasa for A Kid and a Comic, inspired by Castlevania. Pen, brush & ink for this. A color version is coming soon. #amarting #traditionalart

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

An excerpt from Matt Spencer's Changing of the Guards: “This Empire’s still growing up, Shrira. Some diseases it’s better to catch when you’re young. Those enemies you’re talking about, we’re the ones who made them—... #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #grimdarkfantasy #grimdarknovel #indiepublishing

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Robert J. Sodaro is definitely more than just a fan, too. Somehow out authors keep getting "top fans" on Facebook. Keep that interaction going! 🔥💜 #indiepublishing #indiepublisher #creatorownedpublisher

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

An excerpt from Matt Spencer's Changing of the Guards: Several times before they got there, Ketz started going limp or convulsing backwards. The wounded often got like that right before the last of them sputtered out. ... #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #grimdarkfantasy #grimdarknovel #indiepublishing

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Wülf Girlz creator & the author of many things (both under DFP & beyond), Robert J. Sodaro will be at TerrifiCon this weekend. Artist Alley P12 with the Creator Guests--& well deserved! Bob had well over 30 years writing experience before coming our way! Check out all he has to offer at #TerrifiCon

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

An excerpt from Matt Spencer's Changing of the Guards: Many yards back, Severen had turned and met his next wave of attackers. He ducked and bobbed among them, evading their whistling blades. ... #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #grimdarkfantasy #grimdarknovel #indiepublishing

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

The Toadstool Bookshop in Keene, NH is hosting @booksbymattspencer.bsky.social for a Changing of the Guards signing! This Saturday, August 8th at 4pm. Meet the author and grab a copy of the newest grim dark fantasy novel from Dark Fire Press. #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #grimdarknovel

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Except from Changing of the Guards by Matt Spencer: These are the people communing with gods who can’t yet even set direct foot in this physical realm, to rewrite the natural order of these lands ... #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #grimdarknovel #grimdarkfantasy #indiepublishing

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Matt Spencer's Changing of the Guards is available in paperback and digital: darkfirepress.com/books/changi... A grim dark fantasy novel about Severin Gris, a soldier who finds himself fighting along side his former enemies against the country he once served. #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

New promotional artwork (with dressing) for the in production The Clockwork Wizard: Bone and Soulsand movie tie-in comic Written by creator James Harland Lockhart V Art by me, J. M. DeSantis We're working toward a preview if not an issue for the Fall #TheClockworkWizard #indiecomics #makingcomics

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

I realise I may be talking to a bot on this BlueSky thread, BUT she does ask some good questions about Chadhiyana and my writing--questions I wish more people would ask. My writing is often about asking questions rather than easy answers or uncomplicated people or events. #amwriting #author

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Matt Spencer. Author of the new grim dark fantasy novel, Changing of the Guards. He's not *just* a "top fan" on Facebook... 😆 darkfirepress.com/books/changi... #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #grimdarkfantasy #grimdarknovel #indiepublishing

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

From Changing of the Guards by Matt Spencer “Severen, please, what are you—?” “What am I doing?” When Krathusha tried to rise again, Severen’s fist crashed into his face. “My job, your Grace. Arresting you.” His fist crashed down again. darkfirepress.com/books/changi... #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

From Matt Spencer's Changing of the Guards (a long excerpt): You know what the Howling Hunt is, Captain?” Severen leaned back wearily and closed his eyes. “Sure. According to your people’s legends—” “Our history.” “Whatever.” Severen thought back on his studies of Schomite lore.

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Pictures and a special thanks from author Matt Spencer and the Changing of the Guards book signing this past weekend. Congratulations, Matt, on a successful evening! @booksbymattspencer.bsky.social #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #booksigning #authorsigning

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Changing of the Guards by @booksbymattspencer.bsky.social is available now, and we couldn't be more thrilled: darkfirepress.com/books/changi... #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #grimdarkfantasy #grimdarknovel #indiepublishing

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Finally had the opportunity to work with my friends at @waywardraven.bsky.social ! I have a story in this collection, written and with art by. I hope it will be read as thought provoking & inspiring. Hit the notification button for when this launches next month: www.kickstarter.com/projects/way...

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Slowly things are coming together and that means I'm looking for recommendations for: Comic Podcasts, Interviewers, & News Sites (indie friendly) I have multiple upcoming projects & releases & want to get the word(s) out. Now & through the Fall & Winter (probably beyond, too).

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

@booksbymattspencer.bsky.social 's grim dark novel, Changing of the Guards, is now available: darkfirepress.com/books/changi... Corruption forces Severen Gris to fight alongside his former foes against those he once served. #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #grimdarkfantasy #grimdarknovel #indiepublishing

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Arriving Tuesday to the Dark Fire Press library: Matt Spencer's Changing of the Guards @booksbymattspencer.bsky.social A grimdark fantasy novel about a man who finds himself fighting along side his once enemies against the country he once served. darkfirepress.com #grimdarkfantasy #grimdarknovel

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

One of two Chadhiyana (my OC) and Taarna the Taarakian Heavy Metal sketch covers I made ( @heavymetalofficial.bsky.social ). This one sold to long-time commissioner, friend, and supporter, Dwayne Farver. #HeavyMetalmagazine #Chadhiyana #TaarnatheTaarakian #comiccrossover

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

The release of @booksbymattspencer.bsky.social 's Changing of the Guards is imminent, and we can't wait to bring it to you. Links to pre-order on darkfirepress.com/books/changi... #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #indiepublishing #grimdarkfantasy #grimdarknovel

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

"We'll show them what the natural order really is!" on July 14th - Changing of the Guards by Matt Spencer @booksbymattspencer.bsky.social A grimdark fantasy novel coming to Dark Fire Press: darkfirepress.com #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #indiepublishing #grimdarkfantasy #grimdarknovel

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

We're one week away from the release of Matt Spencer's grim dark novel: Changing of the Guards From Dark Fire Press: darkfirepress.com #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #indiepublishing #grimdarkfantasy

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

"We'll show them what the natural order really is!" ~ from Matt Spencer's forthcoming novel, Changing of the Guards #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #grimdarkfantasy #indiepublishing

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Matt Spencer's Changing of the Guards has a release date: 14 July 2026 Coming soon to Dark Fire Press #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #indiepublishing #DarkFirePress

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Full cover reveal for Matt Spencer's Changing of the Guards. A new grim dark fantasy novel, coming soon from Dark Fire Press on 14 July 2026. #grimdarkfantasy #grimdarknovel #ChangingoftheGuards #ChangingoftheGuardsnovel #indiepublishing

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

I never posted this...? Pencils for a Chadhiyana piece I keep coming back to. Seems I got stuck on it (typical...), but it's a "remake" of an unfinished Conan piece, and with two variations planned. Maybe as soon as I can get these next issues out...(which I want to say *is* soon...) #Chadhiyana

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Only one issue remains in this season's Chadhiyana story in A Kid and a Comic. Technically the third, and the one that has led to the substantial story I'm now working on for the paper. #Chadhiyana #AKidandaComic #newspapercomics #indiecomics

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

A new grim dark novel from Matt Spencer, coming soon to Dark Fire Press... #grimdark #grimdarknovel #grimdarkfantasy #creatorownedpublishing

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Working on commissions, a few variant covers, & a card game gig. Outlined a new novel, working on Chadhiyana stories (for A Kid and a Comic & otherwise), conlang progress (for Chadhiyana), & setting up new publications for Dark Fire Press. It's a busy time, & I love what I do. Stay tuned.

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Since it was announced on their Facebook page, one of the new comic projects I'm working on is a comic tie-in for the film The Clockwork Wizard by James H. Lockhart V. www.facebook.com/clockworkwiz... Can't wait to show more from the project as it develops. #Steampunkcomics #darkfantasycomics

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Colours for this Chadhiyana piece I completed a while back. I was in the moment, having fun. Not worried and just feeling my way through it. But this is the way I like to see comics and my art: raw, painterly, not so structured and clean. #Chadhiyana #traditionalart #traditionalartist

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

I waffled on this one a bit. Last time I did a vote-art-thing it was years ago: peoplesartist.org/2026/j-m-des... The award would do a lot for me. Give me time to focus on projects, plus I haven't done a gallery showing since before COVID. (1/2) #ThePeoplesArtist2026

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Just shy of selling out of The Kirklyn Horror this past weekend--my Eldritch Horror, novel, which follows the visceral experience of a city succumbing to a plague. I have plenty more in stock for the coming shows (I hope). And you can also get it on Amazon & other online sellers: a.co/d/06K6jE9J

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Big news from one of our distributors last night. Philbo Publishing & Distribution will now add a POD service. A big win for indie creators, and an added road to publishing for DFP. Currently soliciting Wülf Girlz through Philbo with more to come. #PhilboDistribution #indiepublishing #indiecomics

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

The Mongol’s lips curled back over his sharp, yellowed teeth and a throaty growl emerged from his throat as he took a step towards the young bear, only Hope moved to block access. At first the Mongol looked quizzically at her, and then he understood. ~ from Taste the Moon, by @rjsodaro.bsky.social

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

A panel from the Wülf Girlz comic. Sometimes, people are not what they seem... Available through darkfirepress.com #WülfGirlz #werewolffiction #werewolfnovel #werewolfcomic #indiepublishing

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

This is it, everyone: the last 40 or so hours to get my variant cover for Lycan: Solomon's Odyssey Chapters 4: www.kickstarter.com/projects/wor... Already fully funded. Grab the trade, choose my cover! #LycanSolomonsOdyssey #variantcover #indiecomics #werewolfcomic

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

A depiction of Hope & Grace, the protagonists of Robert J. Sodaro's Wülf Girlz series. Comic & novella available through darkfirepress.com #WülfGirlz #TasteTheMoon #werewolffiction #werewolfnovel #werewolfcomic

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J. M. DeSantis @jmdesantis.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

A new headshot I created for Chadhiyana, both for reference and as requested by John at A Kid and A Comic. I used a smidge of references to at least give her an accurate facial structure to the way I envision her. #Chadhiyana #TheGirlwiththeFireRingedEyes #AKidandAComic #ComicOC #fantasycomic

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Dark Fire Press @darkfirepress.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

"Actually,” Came Grace’s young girl voice from behind the Mongol. The men turned to see both girls standing with plates of food. “Perhaps, given enough time, you might be good enough to run with us.” ~ from Robert J. Sodaro's Taste the Moon Available now! #WülfGirlz #TasteTheMoon #werewolffiction

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