Posted by TonyLee on Wednesday, October 17 2007 at 3:48 am
So, following the PR that’s been pimped around everywhere, it’s now known that The Gloom, the 1940’s pulp-noir parody first revealed in 2005 by Dan Boultwood and myself is about to be serialised, two pages every Friday right here on Ma Humbug’s House of Broken Glass.
For those who don’t know anything about The Gloom, that’s fine. We forgive you. Only two issues of the five ever came out anyway. But that doesn’t stop us trying again. Oh no.
But one important thing - we’re British. Which means that yes, some of the words will be spelled correctly, like colour, and words with ’s’ instead of ‘z’ in. Try to understand that this is just a learning exercise for you before we return, with red jackets and powdered wigs on for the next stage.
So come back in a couple of days and see the wonderment that is the first three or so pages - because we want you to sit back and enjoy the ride…
Category: Chemistry Set Announcements
Posted by DwightMacPherson on Monday, October 15 2007 at 7:51 am
Welcome to the newest weekly installment of The Surreal Adventures of Edgar Allan Poo!
I appreciate you joining us in the fantastical realm of dream this Monday morning and hope to see you here each and every Monday as we continue to journey deeper into the land of Terra Somnium.
Please take a moment to leave a comment and let us know what you think. Trust me: feedback is a writer’s gold.
-Dwight L. MacPherson
Category: Surreal Adventures of Edgar Allan Poo
Posted by Vito Delsante on Saturday, October 13 2007 at 3:42 pm
Leading up to the December debut of our new weekly strip, FCHS, Rachel and I thought it would be cool to introduce you to our cast. Last time, we met head cheerleader, Kennedy Sanders and Julia Faraday. Today, we’d like to introduce you to one of our male leads, Hector Smith:
Rachel Freire: Our lead, popular, friendly and ambitious. Hot headed, especially when it comes to the ladies.
Vito Delsante - Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you…me. Or, at least, the me I always wanted to be. Hector is who I wish I was in high school. He’s a lot more successful on the football field, in relationships, and in school. He’s so much cooler than I ever was. Hector is wish fulfillment at its finest, and while I should be ashamed, I still like his story arc and where he’s going.
Category: FCHS
Posted by AndrewDrilon on Wednesday, October 10 2007 at 12:04 pm
Welcome back to Kare-Kare Komiks!
Today’s menu features a small and spicy comic snack. It’s called “Two Tiny Things”, and it’s a microcosmic anti-war appetizer served on a peaceable green table. Kain na!
I hope you enjoyed this latest entry on the menu.
Next Wednesday, we’ll have a foul-mouthed meal two clicks into surrealism. It’s called “What Will You Bring?”, and it’s a woozy sequential on a suicidal wordsmith. Please stop by for another delicious read!
Maraming salamat!
–Andrew Drilon
Category: Kare-Kare Komiks
Posted by DwightMacPherson on Monday, October 8 2007 at 12:19 pm
Welcome to the 40th installment of The Surreal Adventures of Edgar Allan Poo! We hope you enjoy our newest offering and take a few moments to comment on the newest page.
I’m working like a madman on a paper for Shakespeare class, so I shall bid thee adieu.
Parting is such sweet sorrow.
-Dwight L. MacPherson
Category: Surreal Adventures of Edgar Allan Poo
Posted by Vito Delsante on Saturday, October 6 2007 at 9:30 am
No “Know Your FCHS Lions” this week. Instead, check out this awesome 80’s piece Rachel did! We’ll return next week with a look at one of our male leads.
By the way, for those keeping score at home, from left to right: Alisha, Adele, Kennedy and Jules. We’ll be meeting Alisha and Adele shortly.
And we’re still looking for questions for the interview!
A question, any question, pertaining to FCHS, comics, writing, art…nothing crass, but getting personal is fine (as long as it has a reason).
What we’re going to do is film the interview and put the video up on YouTube and then post it all over the place.
But we need YOUR QUESTIONS!
Send questions to: vito at chemsetcomics dot com
Thanks. Expect the interview to go up in Mid-November…plenty of time to get your brain thinking of a good one (or more!)
*Special thanks to Dean Trippe for helping me with the image.
Category: FCHS
Posted by DwightMacPherson on Thursday, October 4 2007 at 12:43 pm
The Chemistry Set and creator Dwight L. MacPherson are pleased to announce the launch of Kid Houdini and the Silver Dollar Misfits on the 81st anniversary of the death of legendary escape artist and showman: Harry Houdini.
Kid Houdini mastermind Dwight L. MacPherson is the creator and writer of such titles as Shadowline/Image’s “The Surreal Adventures of Edgar Allan Poo” and “Archibald Saves Christmas” as well as Arcana Studio’s “Dead Men Tell No Tales” and Silent Devil Productions’ “Jim Reaper: Week One” and “Lil’ Hellions: A Day at the Zoo.” MacPherson also penned two stories for IDW’s “Gene Simmons’ House of Horrors.”
Co-creator and illustrator Worth Gowell is the creator of the hit webcomic “Small Wonder” which has recently been featured on Viper Comics’ website.
Kid Houdini and the Silver Dollar Misfits follows the adventures of young Harry Houdini after he ran away from his family home in Appleton, Wisconsin in 1886. Caged and mistreated by the cruel circus owner, Professor Murat, Harry and his misfit friends Lydia the snake girl, Hans the legless boy and the Siamese twins Jacques and Joe solve mysteries under cover of night. No case is too daunting nor dangerous to sway their scrutiny… if you can pay their fee: one shiny silver dollar.
“I have wanted to do this series for quite some time,” says creator Dwight L. MacPherson. “Imagine ‘Scooby Doo’ meets HBO’s ‘Carnivale,’ and that gives you an idea as to the feel of the story. There are supernatural aspects to the stories, but they are also grounded in good old-fashioned Sherlock Holmes-styled detective work. Regardless of age, I’m certain that readers will find something to enjoy in these new detective stories.”
“When we brought Dwight into the Chemistry Set, we knew we were getting someone with talent and imagination,” said Chemistry Set co-founder, Vito Delsante. “‘Kid Houdini’ is exactly the kind of story we expect from Dwight; fun, colorful and most of all, entertaining. We’re happy that he chose to run it with us, as he could have clearly chosen other outlets.”
Kid Houdini and the Silver Dollar Misfits was co-created and beautifully illustrated by Worth Gowell and vibrantly colored by Kevin Conley.
The first page will be posted on the anniversary of Houdini’s death: October 31st , and subsequent pages will be posted every Wednesday following the initial launch.
Category: Chemistry Set Announcements
Posted by AndrewDrilon on Wednesday, October 3 2007 at 12:08 pm
Welcome back to Kare-Kare Komiks!
For today’s offering, we have a melancholy meal marinated with allusions to a classic Filipino superheroine. It’s called “Secret Heart”, and it’s a despondent dish sautéed in the bittersweet essence of emo. Kain na!
I hope you enjoyed this latest entry on the menu.
If you’re interested in the subject of this comic’s homage, I invite you to check out the origin of Darna. It’s not essential to your enjoyment of this story, but if it piqued your interest, Darna’s saga is a spectacularly rich Wunderkammer to explore.
Next Wednesday, I’ll be serving a savory ration of anti-war whimsy. It’s called “Two Tiny Things”, and it’s a short and sweet Suess-ian specialty. Please stop by for your next delicious read!
Maraming salamat!
-Andrew Drilon
Category: Kare-Kare Komiks
Posted by DwightMacPherson on Monday, October 1 2007 at 12:01 am
Welcome, welcome to the newest installment of The Surreal Adventures of Edgar Allan Poo!
I hope you enjoy this week’s offering, and, if you do, please take a few moments to let us know by leaving a comment.
Oh–also–thanks to Joshua Pantalleresco, there is a new E.A. Poo graphic novel review at The ComicBloc. You may read it HERE if you are still undecided about purchasing the book or if you simply have a couple minutes to spare.
That’s all for me this week. I hope you enjoyed this week’s installment and we’ll see you next Monday!
Best wishes,
Dwight L. MacPherson
Category: Surreal Adventures of Edgar Allan Poo