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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Sigmund and the Sea Monsters. Terrifying.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

He's looking more and more like his animatronic avatar in the Disney Hall of Presidents.

Donald Trump Animatronic in the Disney Hall of Presidents.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

As is tradition, today we celebrate the fictional Marines who traveled back in time to battle a stranded WW2 British Destroyer bent on crushing the American Revolution. Check out BLOWBACK, my Ringo Award winning action adventure graphic novel for more! amzn.to/2MFsnFO #comics #pirates #SciFi

Retrofitted British Destroyer Pirate Ship from the graphic novel "Blowback." Art by Kev Hopgood and color by Charlie Kirchoff. Written by James Hereth and Rhonda Smiley.

Contemporary Marines and Colonial Rebels from the graphic novel "Blowback." Art by Kev Hopgood and color by Charlie Kirchoff. Written by James Hereth and Rhonda Smiley.

World War British Sailors turned Pirates from the graphic novel "Blowback." Art by Kev Hopgood and color by Charlie Kirchoff. Written by James Hereth and Rhonda Smiley.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

LOL. No. I'm only disappointed that I wasn't eligible to NOT vote for him.

Spencer Pratt for Mayor Billboard in Eagle Rock.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

If I'm not voting at the last possible minute would I even recognize myself? You've got 49 minutes on the West Coast, fellow comics fans! Support indie creators! #RingoAwards #comics #IndieComix

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

At what point do rich people stop trying to get more toothpaste out of the tube? Or do they maybe have a full-time toothpaste technician on staff?

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

My memory of this from Junior High is that the Reese's Pieces were M&Ms, and E.T. was in love with Elliot's mom.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

Ryan Reynolds has a signature donut at Tim Hortons. It doesn't get much more Canadian than that. #RyanReynolds #TimHortons #Canada

Sign for Ryan Reynolds signature donut at Tim Hortons.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

"I forgot I have a lightsaber." Just a totally normal thing a totally normal person says. #StarWars #Lightsaber #GalaxysEdge #Disneyland

Luke Skywalker Green Lightsaber from Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Several decades ago, I co-wrote a TV Movie/Pilot for ABC called “The Extreme Team” (aka “The X-Team”), with an ensemble cast including Chris Pratt, Eric Mabius, and Bai Ling. Cut to a January, 2026 mini reunion at the Pasadena Comic Con. We haven't changed a bit. #screenwriting #PasadenaComicCon

James Hereth and Bai Ling at the 2026 Pasadena Comic Con

Extreme Team (2003) Cast. Paul Francis, Elizabeth Lackey, Scott Paulin, Bai Ling, Eric Mabius, and Chris Pratt.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Visited the Altadena Cookie Co. a few weeks ago to support a business fighting the power. Didn't have any of their "Fuck ICE" cookies in stock, unfortunately, but maybe another time! Resist with Deliciousness. www.altadenacookieco.com #AltadenaCookieCo #Cookies #Resist #AbolishICE

Altadena Cookie Co. Window Signs: "We are open!" "I.C.E. off my property. Get a warrant"

Box of cookies from the Altadena Cookie Co.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

At Pasadena Comic Con right now. Swing by table G2 and get some stuff. Selfies with me are absolutely FREE! #comics

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

ICYMI, I'll be at the 2026 #PasadenaComicCon this Sunday, with my graphic novel, BLOWBACK. We'll have a little free swag, the discounted book, traditional novels from co-creator, Rhonda Smiley, and a 15 year old indie #scifi animated feature DVD, free with purchase! #comics #screenwriter #writer

James Hereth Promo Image for the Pasadena Comic Con on January 25th, 2026. Includes images of #Xteam, #ChrisPratt, #Blowback, #KuuKuuHarajuku, #Race, #Gormiti, #MowgliTheNewAdventuresOfTheJungleBook, StinkyAndDirty, and #LoliRock.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

I'll be at the 2026 #PasadenaComicCon next Sunday, with my graphic novel, BLOWBACK. We'll have a little free swag, the discounted book, traditional novels from co-writer @rhondasmiley.bsky.social, and a 15 year old indie #scifi animated feature DVD, free with purchase! #comics #timetravel #pirates

James Hereth Promo Image for the Pasadena Comic Con on January 25th, 2026. Includes images of #Xteam, #Blowback, #KuuKuuHarajuku, #Race, #Gormiti, #MowgliTheNewAdventuresOfTheJungleBook, and #LoliRock.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

I'll be at the Pasadena Comic Con on January 25th, with my graphic novel, BLOWBACK. We'll have a little free swag, the discounted book, traditional novels from co-writer @rhondasmiley.bsky.social, and a 15 year old indie #scifi animated feature DVD, free with purchase! #comics #PasadenaComicCon

Graphic for the 2026 Pasadena Comic Con on January 26th.

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Cover Image from Graphic Novel "Blowback" by James Hereth and Rhonda Smiley, with art by Kev Hopgood and Color by Charlie Kirchoff.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

Well, if it's truly National Science Fiction Day, I have no choice but to promote my Ringo Award winning #graphicnovel, "BLOWBACK." A #SciFi time-travel action adventure, the book is available in print and digital [amzn.to/2MFsnFO] #comics #indiecomics #pirates #timetravel #historicalfiction

Marines and Colonial Rebels from graphic novel, "Blowback." Art by Kev Hopgood and color by Charlie Kirchoff.

Shattering Osprey aircraft from graphic novel, "Blowback." Art by Kev Hopgood and color by Charlie Kirchoff.

Pirate attack from graphic novel, "Blowback." Art by Kev Hopgood and color by Charlie Kirchoff.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Happy Holidays to me. Contained thriller screenplay "BOARDERS" by @rhondasmiley.bsky.social and me has earned ISA Top Read honors for Winter from networkisa.bsky.social. #screenwriting #writing #writingcommunity #scriptsky

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

BLOWBACK's table at last week's DreamCon & Bazaar at DreamWorks Animation campus. A mini convention for staff to show and sell their wares. Accompanied by food and drink and carefully arranged to dodge the rain. [amzn.to/2MFsnFO] #comics #graphicnovel #pirates #marines #scifi #timetravel #mature

DreamCon table for "Blowback" graphic novel at DreamWorks Animation campus.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

We've only recently discovered the magic of the Ralphs underground parking lot. It's like a secret dog society.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

My entry for DreamWorks Animation's Pumpkin Carving Competition. "Orange is the New Green" #Shrek #Gingy #DreamWorksAnimation #Pumpkin #Halloween

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Freakin' Nanny State. You can't do anything in a public bathroom anymore.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Fighting Fascism from the "deep state" of California, one vote at a time. #Resist #VoteBlue #VoteByMail

California Ballot to Authorize Temporary Changes to Congressional District Maps In Response to Texas' Partisan Redistricting.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

Sorry, Steve and Marty, but this is where we are right now. #CancelHulu #CancelDisneyPlus #1A

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Still waited to vote for the Ringo Awards until the last day, but with a bit more time to spare than usual. ‪ If you're a Pro Comics Creator, you've got AN HOUR on the West Coast to follow my lead. Please take a moment & support your faves, especially the indies! #RingoAwards #comics #indiecomics

Ringo Awards Graphic with the caption: "I Voted 2025"

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 06/09/2025

It's not the Great British Baking Show until somebody pulls out the rhubarb. 2025. Episode 1. Minute 6:41... #GreatBritishBakeOff #BakeOff #GBBO #Netflix

Rhubarb makes its first appearance on the Great British Baking Show 2025.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

As a PA on "The Last of His Tribe," I drove Graham Greene to location from his hotel. I got lost on the way to set once and panicked. He talked me off the ledge and said if anyone got upset, he’d tell them we were late because he made me stop for a latte. Thank you and Rest in Peace. #GrahamGreene

Jon Voight and Graham Greene in "The Last of His Tribe" (1992)

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

Repost with a group you'd love to hang out with.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

The teeth are artistic license, obviously, but otherwise entirely anatomically correct. #DrawABird

Drawing of a bird. With teeth. By Jim Hereth.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 14/07/2025

What's the oldest thing you have that's still in active use? Not necessarily an antique that was passed down, but I will accept that in a pinch (and no, significant others don't count). This is definitely a candidate. I think I got this as a gift in college.

Still-in-use GE Clock Radio from the 80s.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

Today we celebrate the fictional Marines who traveled back in time to battle a stranded WW2 British Destroyer bent on crushing the American Revolution. (as documented in BLOWBACK - written by me and Rhonda Smiley, with art by Kev Hopgood & color by Charlie Kirchoff) amzn.to/2MFsnFO #comics #scifi

Marines and Colonial Rebels from Graphic Novel "Blowback"

Exploding Osprey Aircraft from Graphic Novel "Blowback"

Panel of Pirates and Colonial Rebels engaging in a tall ship battle from Graphic Novel "Blowback"

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

As always, waiting until the last possible minute. You've got 30 minutes on the West Coast, people! #RingoAwards

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Some day I won't be filling out my ballot at the last minute. #EisnerAwards

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 01/06/2025

Flashback with the company icon for Pride Month. #DreamWorks #Shrek #HappyPride #LGBTQ+ #Ally

DreamWorks Progress Pride Flag and Shrek Statue

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

The beach is lovely this time of year.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 04/05/2025

I forgot it was Star Wars day, but it turned out my instincts had me covered. Nanu, nanu, Video Rangers! #StarWars #StarWarsDay #MayTheFourth

Jim Hereth wearing a Star Wars Shirt while giving the Vulcan salute.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

Little "Last Kids on Earth" sketch I drew for my nephew's birthday card. #lastkidsonearth #LKOE #art

Ink on paper fan art drawing of The Last Kids on Earth by @JimHereth

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

My dog melted into his new bed.

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

End of the year Town Hall and treats at DreamWorks Animation campus. Cheers to 30 years! #DreamWorks #Animation

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

From now on, please only address me as "Chef."

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 31/10/2024

Happy Halloween from Donk-O-Lantern, my entry in this year's pumpkin carving contest at #DreamWorks Animation. #Halloween #pumpkincarving #JackOLantern #Shrek #Donkey

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 23/09/2024

On the heels of the 2024 @ringoawards.bsky.social, allow me to nakedly capitalize on the attention to promote the 2022 Winner for FAN FAVORITE VILLAIN, Captain Martell of #graphicnovel, "BLOWBACK." Still available in print and digital [amzn.to/2MFsnFO] #comics #indiecomics #pirates #timetravel

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[TEXTSMITH] @jimhereth.bsky.social · 22/08/2024

Just like with the Ringo Awards Nominations, I waited until the last second. If you're a Pro Comics Creator, you've got 45 MORE MINUTES on the West Coast to do the same. Please take a moment and support your favorite books, especially the indies! #comics #indiecomics #ringoawards

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