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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

There’s just nothing else like Bill Everett’s work. It was right in step with its time and place in history, and would still be cutting edge work today if it appeared in the “Absolute” line or a hot Image comic.

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

I'll be at BROOKLYN INDEPENDENT COMICS SHOWCASE @bicsbrooklyn.bsky.social this weekend, 4/ 18-19, 11am-7pm, 51 34th St, Brooklyn, NY!!! TABLE 387 / YELLOW ROOM. NICO BRAVO, EOWULF, FREE SPEECH HANDBOOK, & more! Admission to BICS is FREE! Learn more at brooklynindependentcomicsshowcase.com

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J.M. DeMatteis @jmdematteis.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Happy to be contributing a story to this anthology, along with my old friend and collaborator @mikecavallaro.bsky.social. bleedingcool.com/comics/the-r...

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The Return Of Negative Burn From Joe Pruett In 2026 On Zoop

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Andrea Brown Literary Agency @andreabrownlit.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

We're elated to share this starred review from Kirkus for EOWULF: THE CREATURE CONNECTION written and illustrated by Mike Cavallaro! Read the full Kirkus review here ⭐ In stores everywhere Feb 10! @mikecavallaro.bsky.social @carynwiseman.bsky.social

"When mayhem erupts and a weapon of mass destruction falls into the wrong hands, Eowulf returns to save the day.

In this second graphic offering following Eowulf: Of Monsters & Middle School (2024), New Jersey native Eowulf Wegmund (a descendant of Beowulf) is working at Vulcan’s Celestial Supply Shop. She receives an assignment from Vulcan, and not a moment too soon: She’d do just about anything to get out of cleaning her messy room. She’s tasked with guarding Balor’s Helm, a powerful helmet—and “one of the most destructive magical artifacts in history”— that’s being used as a prop on a movie set. At the Metropolitan Studios in Queens, she meets the monster stars Umo Klegginshredder and Vexla Verhoon. While on set, Eowulf learns that actors have been disappearing, including Umo’s dear friend Grogin Bransgoery—and when the helmet is stolen, Eowulf is on the case. Cavallaro’s sequel is bright and boisterous, blending vibrant, cinematic illustrations with engaging storytelling; it’s a great jumping-in point for new readers and a thrill for those already familiar with the first entry. Like its predecessor, this work features a strong emphasis on friendship and family, spotlighting the importance of human (and monster!) connection. Light-skinned, redheaded Eowulf is surrounded by a racially diverse supporting cast. The story draws from Irish, Finnish, and other world mythologies; fans of Rick Riordan’s expansive oeuvre will find much to enjoy here.

Two thumbs up for this delightful movie-themed romp."

- Kirkus starred review for EOWULF: THE CREATURE CONNECTION by Mike Cavallaro

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Caryn Wiseman @carynwiseman.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Happy Book Birthday to the next volume of EOWULF! @mikecavallaro.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

I haven’t posted here in a while, seems like a good opportunity to share this and say it’s an honor and pleasure to be working with @carynwiseman.bsky.social and @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

Drop by New York Comic Con booth 3300 on Sunday, October 12th from 1:30-2 pm where I’ll be signing copies of FREE SPEECH HANDBOOK, NICO BRAVO, & EOWULF! I’ll have postcards, bookmarks, and a limited supply of FREE Nico Bravo comics to giveaway. I hope to see you there! @01firstsecond.bsky.social

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Ian Rosenberg @ianrosenberg.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

Join us for the FREE SPEECH HANDBOOK paperback launch on Tue, Aug 19th, 8pm at Book Club Bar! @mikecavallaro.bsky.social and I will be in conversation with journalist David Scott. Book signing & drinks to follow. Details: share.google/MFVq3GpVBUju... 📚✍️ #freespeech #graphicnovel

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Part-Time Fanboy @parttimefanboy.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

This week on the Part-Time Fanboy #podcast, I chat with @ianrosenberg.bsky.social and @mikecavallaro.bsky.social vallaro.bsky.social about their very important #graphicnovel Free Speech Handbook currently reissued in #softcover from @23rdstbooks.bsky.social! #comicbooks #freespeech #firstamendment

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

All they had to say was “Flash Gordon” and I was onboard. Thanks to editor @adamwallenta.bsky.social at Papercutz and the folks at King Features for making this so much fun to do. More info: icv2.com/articles/new...

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Sat, April 5, at St. Joseph’s University, NY, 9:30am-2:30pm, join me and a lineup of other authors for AUTHORS UNLIMITED 2025, a festival that celebrates reading by connecting teens & authors. authorsunlimited.org for Registration &more info. @andreabrownlit.bsky.social @01firstsecond.bsky.social

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SVA Faculty United - UAW @svafac-uaw.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

“We’re waiting right now for an election date for 900 faculty at the School of Visual Arts.”-Brandon Mancilla, UAW Region 9A Director Hell yeah we are! Check out this morning's interview on WNYC to learn more about the power of organizing: www.wnyc.org/story/local-...

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SVA Faculty United - UAW @svafac-uaw.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Exciting update! Yesterday, we delivered a letter to the SVA administration informing them of our hope to establish a constructive dialogue, and urged that SVA not engage in any attempts to delay our right to a fair and timely vote on unionization in the future.

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Rand Posts About Comics and Music @randookla.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

These two very different (but equally excellent) collections came out OTD in 2009. The Life and Times of #Savior28 by @jmdematteis.bsky.social and @mikecavallaro.bsky.social, and #Vixen: Return of the Lion by @gwillow.me and @officialcafu.bsky.social. If you missed either of these, seek them out!

cover to The Life and Times of Savior 28: a collage of Savior 28-related ephemera, including a Time magazine cover, newspapers, photos, a button, and an action figure.

Cover by Mike Cavallaro

cover to Vixen: Return of the Lion - Vixen sits near a lion, both staring at the reader.

Cover by Joshua Middleton

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

The Kirkus Review released their Best Books of 2024 list and EOWULF: OF MONSTERS & MIDDLE SCHOOL is on it! We’re wrapping up book 2 now, more EOWULF is on the way. See the list: www.kirkusreviews.com/best-of/2024... @01firstsecond.bsky.social @carynwiseman.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

Cirkus Moxie presents SHOWGIRL WRONG, an absurdist evening where circus & performance art intersect and eccentricity & brilliance abound. Featuring my favorite weirdo, Lisa Natoli, and an all-star cast of performers. 12/18/24, 7:30pm, Brooklyn Art Haus. Visit www.bkarthaus.com for more info and tix.

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

3 years ago, @ianrosenberg.bsky.social & I, with the good folks at @01firstsecond released FREE SPEECH HANDBOOK: A Practical Framework for Understanding Our Free Speech Protections, and it's as timely and useful as ever. I've heard from a reliable source that new softcover version is on the way.

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

Can anyone explain why it is that if you type in someone’s exact Bluesky profile address the search function says it can’t find them or that it doesn’t exist?

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

Coming your way this Free Comic Book Day, my FLASH GORDON tale in great company with stories by Art Baltazar & Franco, Marguerite Sauvage, and Bev Love, from the good folks at PaperCutz and King Features!

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SVA Faculty United - UAW @svafac-uaw.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

"There is dignity in getting paid fairly that we must protect, and we should set an example for our students who are likely to enter industries with similar exploitative practices. Without collective action, we are alone in our fight." svafacultyunited.org

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SVA Faculty United - UAW @svafac-uaw.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Join the majority for a better SVA! With a union, faculty would have a seat at the table to negotiate as equals over our working conditions. svafacultyunited.org

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 14/11/2024

Join us this Saturday 11/16 1pm at POWERHOUSE BOOKS in Industry City, Brooklyn, for the launch of Amazing Adventures (Marvel Super Stories #2) with Dean Haspiel, Mike Cavallaro, and Tim Fielder! More info at powerhouseic.com/events

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 18/10/2024

Proud of my SVA colleagues. Let’s go!

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SVA Faculty United - UAW @svafac-uaw.bsky.social · 17/10/2024

MAJORITY SUPPORT FOR OUR UNION! A majority of SVA faculty have now signed a card in support of forming a union. Sign a card at svafacultyunited.org !!! #svanyc #svafacultyunited #svaunion #nyc #uaw #union

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 15/10/2024

At NYCC Thurs, 10/17, Ian Rosenberg & I will be signing copies of our brand new, limited edition, FREE mini comic, U.S. vs COMICS: THE SENATE EFFORT TO CENSOR COMIC BOOKS, at the CBLDF booth HB902, from 2 - 3pm. Drop by and grab your copy! @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 19/02/2024

Thanks @graphicpolicy.bsky.social for the great review! Eowulf: Of Monsters and Middle School is a fantastic graphic novel for kids and adults. So much fun youtu.be/tS85BaLGu28?...

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 13/02/2024

EOWULF: OF MONSTERS & MIDDLE SCHOOL is out today! I’m thrilled to have another chapter from the NICO BRAVO-verse out in the world! Available wherever you buy books. Visit tinyurl.com/Eowulf for reviews, preview pages, and ordering info. @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 30/11/2023

Happy 2nd Anniversary to FREE SPEECH HANDBOOK by Ian Rosenberg and myself. We’re as proud of this as we were when it first came out, and it’s as timely now as it was then. Available from your favorite bookseller or library! More here: us.macmillan.com/books/978125...

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 20/11/2023

My next book, Eowulf: of Monsters & Middle School, gets a starred review from Kirkus, calling it “A pitch-perfect tale of friendship and fantastical foes.” Full review here: www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews... Pub Date: Feb. 13, 2024 ISBN 9781250846433 Available wherever you buy books!

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 16/11/2023

Got to visit the kids at Rodeph Sholom School for their annual book fair. Such a well-done event and there’s no other audience I’d rather be working for than kids.

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 29/08/2023

Well, after several months of work, I just finished writing my next book, working title EOWULF: The Creature Connection. I get to take a short break and then start drawing. Very excited for this one, I think it’s the best writing I’ve done.

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 26/08/2023

Currently reading! Turns out the classics are classics for a reason! What an amazing strip!

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 25/08/2023

The cover for my next book, EOWULF: of Monsters & Middle School, due out early 2024, written and drawn by me with coloring by Irene Yeom. Follows the adventures of the pint-sized descendant of Beowulf as she learns that sometimes the non-monsters are worse monsters than the monsters are!

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 25/08/2023

NICO BRAVO and the TRIAL OF VULCAN, book 3 in the series, written and drawn by me, published by First Second Books.

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 25/08/2023

Part 2 of "Gettin' This Started", cover art for NICO BRAVO and the CELLAR DWELLERS, book 2 in the series, written and drawn by me, published by First Second Books.

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Mike Cavallaro @mikecavallaro.bsky.social · 25/08/2023

Hi Everyone! Just posting some of my artwork to get things started. Here's the cover to NICO BRAVO and the HOUND OF HADES, book 1 in the series, written and drawn by me, available from First Second Books.

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