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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er)

@wordmonger.bsky.social
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Living the dual life as writer & colo(u)rist on titles like Transformers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Doctor Who, Judge Dredd, Godzilla & Gnasher and Gnipper for the Beano! I also teach Masters level Environmental & Public Health. Opinions are my own.

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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Yep, it sucks!
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🍑PurrV🍑 is thinking of comics @megapurrv.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
It arrived!!! Drawn my @nickroche.bsky.social and coloured by @wordmonger.bsky.social
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
We were on from the first second and waited for over 2 and a half hours to find no seats left at all... We have standing tickets...
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Oh wow, has this only just arrived?! It was sent absolutely weeks ago!
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
@royalalberthall.bsky.social What an absolute mess of a booking system for the Zelda Concert. Was online from the first second and 2 and a half hours of waiting for absolutely nothing. Have attended every Zelda concert at previous locations and never had this experience. A massive let down.
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
I for one refuse to accept this. Surely it's spelled "Amdi"...? Big love as always.
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
I have just completed my annual Buffy rewatch and it is still a high water mark, though I would place some seasons of Angel even higher (which I am also about to complete the rewatch of). Those 2 shows have been repeatedly copied but never bettered.
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
If Engame Encore doesn't end with the clanging at the very end of the credits being revealed to be Doom hammering out his mask then it will have been the biggest missed opportunity of all time.
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Next up: leprechauns.
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
After a very long and uncertain day I am sat in a 4DX theatre waiting to watch Transformers: The Movie for the first time on the big screen. Surrounded by TF fans but no-one I recognise yet! #transformers #tftm
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
I haven't seen Obsession but Backrooms was good.
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Secular Talk @kylekulinskishow.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
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Sideswept @galvatronin.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Honoured to own this sketch of Sideswipe drawn at @tfnationltd.bsky.social by the legendary @geoffsenior4-06.bsky.social and expertly coloured in Marvel style by @wordmonger.bsky.social
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Hey beautiful people! If you have a commission outstanding they are now complete and on their way! Some have already arrived. Thanks for your patience, it's a challenging time!
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Jess Bradley @jessbradley.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
I'm very excited about this! Cowboy Koala, book one of my new three book series, will be out in January 2027! It's a weird west adventure with a whole host of funny characters and critters! Pre-ordering through Waterstones in October will also get you an exclusive sticker sheet!
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Nick Roche @nickroche.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
TWO Megatrons?! The past meets the slightly-more-recent-past in this commission showing G1 Toy Megs greets his More Than Meets The Eye counterpart!
G1 toy Megatron meets IDW ""Autobot"" Megatron
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Silo is absolutely rocking it. No vitamin D plus for me! #silo
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Do you also fist pump at the bit of music in the credits when Angel breaks down the door?
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Can we all agree that the theme tune to Angel is an absolute belter?
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Hey all, if you are waiting on a commission from TFNation, we are currently dealing with a family health emergency and I have not been able to get them done just yet. I will update as soon as I can, but I have not forgotten I promise. X
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Sarah Mueller @mustang19rasco.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Shout out to the amazing @wordmonger.bsky.social for coloring the comms from @nickroche.bsky.social , @jlawrenceart.bsky.social , & Ed Pirrie! Can't wait to add Megs and Arcee to Lil Tailgate's nursery. Lukas will be adding Brainstorm/Nautica to his office!
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
It was so good to meet you, I hope you had an amazing time! Sorry I didn't get to chat to you for longer!
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Sarah Mueller @mustang19rasco.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Thank you @wordmonger.bsky.social for coloring some of our older comms, especially the ones from @caseywcoller.bsky.social !! Everything turned out beautifully! Finally shout-out to @chrismcfeely.bsky.social ! We felt so welcomed from you, and Tailgate had a great time hanging out w/ you!
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
My wife @jessbradley.bsky.social has a new book out in January, the first in a series of graphic novels that she has written and illustrated! And it has a trailer you can enjoy here: www.instagram.com/reel/DcLdKWR... Please share far and wide!
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waterstones_kids on Instagram: "Get ready to meet the short and cuddly arm of the law Cowboy Koala, in a utterly hilarious new comic book series from the brilliant…"
Get ready to meet the short and cuddly arm of the law Cowboy Koala, in a utterly hilarious new comic book series from the brilliant Jess Bradley!We’re super excited to reveal our exclusive edition which comes with a fun sticker sheet.Publishing in January 2027, preorder your copy now, online and in your local Waterstones!View all comments
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
One at a time...
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
And the reshuffle also meant that the Deep Space 9 shelf could get a refresh and a rejig! I already have no idea what I am going to put them when O'Brien, Worf and a Dax or 2 report for duty... Not to mention a possible Martok, Weyoun and Dukat... #startrek #ds9 #sisko
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Hey. HEY. I believe we can both be unbearable if we just want it enough. Until then, let's just be awesome ok?
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Got a display case to move my Optimus (and guests) collection into and maintain them without the need for dusting! #transformers #optimusprime
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Megatron is making sure no one takes your place or your book!
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eloise @v0idx.com · 12/08/2026
newly started book ft. @wordmonger.bsky.social's incredible bookmark!!!
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Joey Xhairs @joeyxhairs.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
TFN art wot I got! @nickroche.bsky.social did this Kup & Cliffjumper two-hander at the Mini-Con last November, and this year @wordmonger.bsky.social slapped some gorgeous colours on em! And masterchef @rbillustrations.bsky.social cooked up a mean SG Hot Rod for me!
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
If you need any coloured stuff I have examples going back a decade or so!
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
*crumbles to dust*
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
I didn't know he was out!
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
If lower down and at no speed then yes.
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
I'm not that supple. Maybe a sit down on your table?
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Oh bugger!
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
So much amazing stuff! Honoured to be in there! Wish I had been able to have a wander around the forge and pick up some stuff myself.
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
So good! I've decided I'm not going to swap out the coneheads as and when they appear, just stopping at the original three.
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
So. Freaking. Cool. Well done lads.
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Danish Cookie @myraqx.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
#Rodimus #Getaway My other commission drawn by @nickroche.bsky.social and coloured by @wordmonger.bsky.social Thank you both for doing this amazing piece🙏🙏
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Remember these words, for they will keep you safe: "If it glistens, look, and listens"
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
That sounds wise...
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
I should have picked up one of those Hot Rods, he looks smashing!
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Charlie says "just three more bodies and the curse will be lifted"
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Piz @edpirrie.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Am I the first to be asked to draw this guy?
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John-Paul Bove AKA the wordmonger(er) @wordmonger.bsky.social · 02/08/2026
Hello there #tfn2026 folk! Are we ready for another round?
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Richard Delafield @delafizzle.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
For the 10th anniversary of @tfnationltd.bsky.social I had the excellent @wordmonger.bsky.social colour this fantastic Impactor @keizama.bsky.social did me back in 2018. This was the 1st art piece I ever commissioned and feels so much to me and so happy to finally see it coloured!
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Nick Roche @nickroche.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
The amount of soppy grins all round at the TFNation Vince DiCola show. Hearing the Transformers Movie Score (and Rocky IV!) sitting with James Roberts, Jack Lawrence and JP Bove, and surrounded by friends. Can't believe I got to experience it.
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Nick Roche @nickroche.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
On the road to @TFNation, like Christmas, but with toy robots. (So, Christmas.) I've got a new artbook to debut! ARTOBOT 2! I, uh, have left home without any sample images of the interior, BUT it's 84 pages of fighty, frighty and funny Transformers artwork. Printed by @comicprintinguk.bsky.social!
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