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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

It doesn’t feel that way lately. But I appreciate you.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

Was I being performative for you??? Was it an actual convo you overheard or was I being stupid on purpose.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Come watch Brad and I talk comics!

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Ugh. No thanks. It’s hard enough to look at old work. Don’t make me redraw it. Gotta move forward. I’d much prefer working on a new kid kit book.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Table Titans Club: Sneak Attack (book 2) is on sale for pre-order! The book hits shelves in March 2026, but pre-orders make a huge difference. So please reserve your copy. amzn.to/3SkNETR

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

My buddy @jpcoovert.bsky.social has just posted a really important video about being an indie creator and dealing with Trump's ridiculous tariffs. Check it out and support JP's work. It's amazing. www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYXw...

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How The Tariffs Are Affecting My TTRPG Kickstarter!

YouTube video by JP Coovert

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 18/05/2025

Wow! I started a new Instagram account last week for my work as a kidlit author, and I'm about to hit 250 followers. Not bad for an old fart who's still learning how social media works! www.instagram.com/scottkurtzbo...

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Welcome back to Instagram. Sign in to check out what your friends, family & interests have been capturing & sharing around the world.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

I’ve launched a new Instagram account dedicated to my work as a kidlit author. It would mean a lot if you followed the new account, helped spread the word, and gave it a boost to get things rolling. www.instagram.com/scottkurtzbo...

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Welcome back to Instagram. Sign in to check out what your friends, family & interests have been capturing & sharing around the world.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

I’m between books so I’ve created a bunch of work for myself to keep busy this summer so I don’t feel like I’m a big-dumb-failure. substack.com/home/post/p-...

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Between books

Liminal spaces can be scary

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Why is Superman so important to me? Like fundamentally and deep in my core important.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Dad loves when I visit, and enjoys spending time with me, but I mean…there’s a show about polar bears on the big TV. Polar bears.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

I'm offering coaching and consultations for aspiring cartoonists seeking guidance on their cartooning journey. If you need help with a specific problem, advice on putting together a book pitch or working on a webcomic, I'm available. open.substack.com/pub/scottkur...

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Comics Consultations

Schedule a one-on-one talk with Scott

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

Whoops. I won’t be helping with spelling obvs. Ha ha.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

Yes. But I’ll mostly be asking you questions.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

After a lot of encouragement from @bradguigar.com, I'm finally offering Comics Consulting. Check out the details at the link below. open.substack.com/pub/scottkur...

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Comics Consultations

Schedule a one-on-one talk with Scott

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

You know what I hate drawing? DM screens. It's really hard to make them look right and then you gotta figure out what's ON the screen because nobody has a blank DM screen. But adding a design to the screen can distract from the image in general.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

A reader sent a pic from Indigo book store in Toronto. Great to see Table Titans Club get some display table love. And right next to me is @shanatargosz.bsky.social new book, The Underwild We're doing it! It's all happening for us!!! PLEASE BUY OUR BOOKS!

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Hey. Just make the thing. Start today. With whatever you have now. Just start making it now. And then maintain momentum. Don’t stop or restart. Just go and keep going until you finish. Trust me.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Really excited to announce I'll be attending and exhibiting at CXC Columbus this September next to my buddies @stevehamaker.bsky.social and @wesmolebash.com. More details to come in the following months.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Cartoonists: I'm going to be attending a convention later this year. What do we currently like regarding signage for AA tables? Are we draping stuff over the table? Retractable banners? What are people finding works well? The less I have to ship or carry the better, but I want to be seen at the show

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Those deep dish pizzas. The sauce. I've never had anything similar. I might have to make a trip to Denton soon.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

There’s a flying tomato food truck????

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

If I did this, I would want to focus on the creative side of things more than the business side of things. There's no point talking business/monetization until you have something to build a business on. The work comes first.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 26/04/2025

Brad has been encouraging me to offer similar consultations and I've been terrified to pull the trigger on it. I know I have a lot of knowledge to offer, and I love helping people with their work, but I guess my imposter syndrome kicks in and stops me.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

This PvP from 2013 seems relevant.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

The Flying Tomato pizza, in Denton, TX, circa 1989-1991

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Do we know if books are exempt from Trump’s dumb tariffs? I’ve heard picture books are, but what about novels and graphic novels? #kidlit #authors #publishing

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

I mean, I wouldn’t complain about waking up to his obit.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

How is it, that in spite of EVERYRHING, I’m super excited about the future?

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

Okay, friends in the comic book world. I really, REALLY, would love for Table Titans Club to be nominated for a Ringo Award. It would be such an honor if you could consider the book for a nom. ringoawards.com

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Ringo Awards – The Mike Wieringo Comic Book Industry Awards

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Brian Clevinger @bclev.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

Somebody in the kitchen staff has got to take one for the team

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

We made those through thinkgeek (which no longer exists) if I recall.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

God I wish. Ours is almost wrecked too. Those were awesome.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

I need to get out of the house more. Tempted to start drawing at like, Mox boarding house in Bellevue once a week and inviting anyone to join me. I never. Leave. The. House.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

Tomorrow in Portland. Come see us. Shana’s new book is not one to be missed.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

If you live in the Portland area, I'm going to be hanging out with @shanatargosz.bsky.social at Barnes & Noble in Clackamas talking about our books and stuff. stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/978006...

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Shana Targosz and Scott Kurtz book signing

Join us for an in-store event, Shana Targosz and Scott Kurtz book signing, on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

I created two 200 plus graphic novels from start to finish in this program. It really is a powerhouse of making comics. And there are a ton of helpful tutorials on youtube if you're afraid of the learning curve.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

The full version of Clip Studio Paint (v 4.0) is currently on sale for $24. That's an insane deal. This is not an ad; I'm just a huge fan of the program. Also, I've not been thrilled with Adobe lately. www.clipstudio.net/en/purchase/

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Pricing & Plans - Clip Studio Paint

Purchase Clip Studio Paint, graphics software and app for illustration, comics, manga, and animation. The single-payment version for Windows and macOS can be purchased online.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Voodoo donuts is disgusting. I've never understood the appeal. Now Blue Star Donuts, on the other hand...

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

This drawing is sublime, John.

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Scott Kurtz @scottkurtz.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

1) Agree with you 100 percent. 2) I can't express how much I appreciate the Dennis Miller callback. That line has been an integral part of a shared vernacular with my friend for over 40 years. We say it ALL THE TIME. We watched that special over 100 times. You, sir, are a scholar and a gentleman.

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