James Asmus
@jamesasmus.bsky.social
he/him. writer. comics: SURVIVAL STREET, RICK and MORTY, Marvel, Image, more... | tv: Discovery, History | games: Marvel | books: Insight | rep D. Ellis Wilson @ Looking Glass Lit | https://linktr.ee/jamesasmus
@coraliefargeat.bsky.social finally viewing the Substance (wholly impressive and visceral!) - I have to ask: are you vegetarian? Your depiction of meat in the film has me recoiling from the thought of ever eating it again (a compliment to the range and effectiveness of your horror button-pushing)
January 16, 2026 at 3:49 AM
@coraliefargeat.bsky.social finally viewing the Substance (wholly impressive and visceral!) - I have to ask: are you vegetarian? Your depiction of meat in the film has me recoiling from the thought of ever eating it again (a compliment to the range and effectiveness of your horror button-pushing)
I have not been responding to the many, many, MANY direct outreaches, invites, and suggested job postings for professional writers to train various AI models.
One just wrote that they would now pay me for REFERRALS, where *I* would get $10/hr for every hour that person works.
ADVERTISED WAGE THEFT
One just wrote that they would now pay me for REFERRALS, where *I* would get $10/hr for every hour that person works.
ADVERTISED WAGE THEFT
January 15, 2026 at 2:11 AM
I have not been responding to the many, many, MANY direct outreaches, invites, and suggested job postings for professional writers to train various AI models.
One just wrote that they would now pay me for REFERRALS, where *I* would get $10/hr for every hour that person works.
ADVERTISED WAGE THEFT
One just wrote that they would now pay me for REFERRALS, where *I* would get $10/hr for every hour that person works.
ADVERTISED WAGE THEFT
More evidence through action this administration is actually not committed to addressing addiction issues (or the mental health crisis they previously claimed is behind our mass shootings)
See also: pardoning Honduran drug trafficking leader
See also: pardoning Honduran drug trafficking leader
The Trump administration sent hundreds of letters Tuesday terminating federal grants supporting mental health and drug addiction services. n.pr/4qn9Iwz
Trump administration sends letter wiping out addiction, mental health grants
The Trump administration sent hundreds of letters Tuesday terminating federal grants supporting mental health and drug addiction services.
n.pr
January 14, 2026 at 5:37 PM
More evidence through action this administration is actually not committed to addressing addiction issues (or the mental health crisis they previously claimed is behind our mass shootings)
See also: pardoning Honduran drug trafficking leader
See also: pardoning Honduran drug trafficking leader
So Scott Adams died of prostate cancer. I'll take the opportunity to remind / share that it's one of the most treatable, slow-progressing cancers -- UNTIL it reaches other systems.
I highly encourage anyone with a prostate to ASK for screenings when you hit the zone (55+, earlier if family history)
I highly encourage anyone with a prostate to ASK for screenings when you hit the zone (55+, earlier if family history)
January 13, 2026 at 6:14 PM
So Scott Adams died of prostate cancer. I'll take the opportunity to remind / share that it's one of the most treatable, slow-progressing cancers -- UNTIL it reaches other systems.
I highly encourage anyone with a prostate to ASK for screenings when you hit the zone (55+, earlier if family history)
I highly encourage anyone with a prostate to ASK for screenings when you hit the zone (55+, earlier if family history)
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Hey gang, it's 2026 and I'm in need of work so this is your friendly reminder that if you are cooking up a comic of any sort to self-publish, crowdfund, or put out through Image (or the like) then you should consider hiring me to be your editor.
Publishers, hit me up if you wanna talk too!
Publishers, hit me up if you wanna talk too!
January 8, 2026 at 3:39 AM
Hey gang, it's 2026 and I'm in need of work so this is your friendly reminder that if you are cooking up a comic of any sort to self-publish, crowdfund, or put out through Image (or the like) then you should consider hiring me to be your editor.
Publishers, hit me up if you wanna talk too!
Publishers, hit me up if you wanna talk too!
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If you buy your own health insurance through the ACA marketplaces, tell us how this year's experience is different from last year.
Sticker shock for an ACA health plan? Or did you find a good deal? Tell us about it
If you buy your own health insurance through the ACA marketplaces, tell us how this year's experience is different from last year.
n.pr
January 6, 2026 at 10:56 PM
If you buy your own health insurance through the ACA marketplaces, tell us how this year's experience is different from last year.
WAIT OUR GOVT DID A COUP ON A FOREIGN COUNTRY TODAY?!?!
We've mostly been playing Mario Party and going out for some plans the last couple days so Im only just finding out American leadership violated domestic and international law that also ignores the overwhelming will of constituents AGAINST
We've mostly been playing Mario Party and going out for some plans the last couple days so Im only just finding out American leadership violated domestic and international law that also ignores the overwhelming will of constituents AGAINST
January 4, 2026 at 2:05 AM
WAIT OUR GOVT DID A COUP ON A FOREIGN COUNTRY TODAY?!?!
We've mostly been playing Mario Party and going out for some plans the last couple days so Im only just finding out American leadership violated domestic and international law that also ignores the overwhelming will of constituents AGAINST
We've mostly been playing Mario Party and going out for some plans the last couple days so Im only just finding out American leadership violated domestic and international law that also ignores the overwhelming will of constituents AGAINST
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"Academics literally cannot make genAI go away" we also can't make underage drinking go away and we're not advocating for installing bar carts in every classroom.
December 27, 2025 at 11:46 PM
"Academics literally cannot make genAI go away" we also can't make underage drinking go away and we're not advocating for installing bar carts in every classroom.
If courts just ruled that executive branch can impose $100k fee on HB-1 visas, can a future Dem admin start imposing $100k fees on heavy duty gun purchases?
@wyden.senate.gov ?
@wyden.senate.gov ?
December 24, 2025 at 8:38 PM
If courts just ruled that executive branch can impose $100k fee on HB-1 visas, can a future Dem admin start imposing $100k fees on heavy duty gun purchases?
@wyden.senate.gov ?
@wyden.senate.gov ?
BIG agree
one of my holiday break reading projects is catching up on this stack of trades from Mad Cave Studios…who imo has done an admirable job of putting out weirdo original comics within the direct market at a time when many publishers have cut way back on that
December 20, 2025 at 9:30 PM
BIG agree
Oh right, having a modern garage means when the power goes out (currently) we can't get the car out -_-
December 17, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Oh right, having a modern garage means when the power goes out (currently) we can't get the car out -_-
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Make a gift to Prison Journalism Project now through Dec. 31, and your donation will be tripled up to $15,000. PJP trains incarcerated writers and publishes their work. We are aiming to raise $50,000 by the end of the year. H/t to the 175+ people who have donated so far.
Donate | Prison Journalism Project
Prison Journalism Project is supported by people like you. Support Prison Journalism Project today.
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December 12, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Make a gift to Prison Journalism Project now through Dec. 31, and your donation will be tripled up to $15,000. PJP trains incarcerated writers and publishes their work. We are aiming to raise $50,000 by the end of the year. H/t to the 175+ people who have donated so far.
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If anyone needs a premise for a holiday themed dnd one-shot:
🎅 🦴
🎅 🦴
The bones of Santa have been leaking liquid for 1,700 years.
December 8, 2025 at 9:01 PM
If anyone needs a premise for a holiday themed dnd one-shot:
🎅 🦴
🎅 🦴
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It sucks that college is now totally a scam but the jobs we replaced it with are also even more obvious scams
December 6, 2025 at 7:12 PM
It sucks that college is now totally a scam but the jobs we replaced it with are also even more obvious scams
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A reminder that Iron Circus is gonna get WALLOPED with Baker & Taylor bankruptcy backdraft for the next several months, turning our usual distro payout into bills.
If you'd like to help a small business making weird-ass comics weather the storm, a 💥30% OFF💥 sale is on now!
store.ironcircus.com
If you'd like to help a small business making weird-ass comics weather the storm, a 💥30% OFF💥 sale is on now!
store.ironcircus.com
Iron Circus Comics
Iron Circus Comics is the premiere publisher of award-winning, critically-acclaimed graphic novels in the American Midwest, a small-mid house built from the ground up by founder C. Spike Trotman.
store.ironcircus.com
December 5, 2025 at 11:39 PM
A reminder that Iron Circus is gonna get WALLOPED with Baker & Taylor bankruptcy backdraft for the next several months, turning our usual distro payout into bills.
If you'd like to help a small business making weird-ass comics weather the storm, a 💥30% OFF💥 sale is on now!
store.ironcircus.com
If you'd like to help a small business making weird-ass comics weather the storm, a 💥30% OFF💥 sale is on now!
store.ironcircus.com
Only 2 copies left of STARDUST anthology!
Also: EVERYTHING in my webshop has been marked down to as low as I can sell / ship it without losing money (bought copies, transaction fees, shipping) - NO CODES NEEDED
For those wanting to give / get comics for the holidays ✌️❤️
Ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/shop
Also: EVERYTHING in my webshop has been marked down to as low as I can sell / ship it without losing money (bought copies, transaction fees, shipping) - NO CODES NEEDED
For those wanting to give / get comics for the holidays ✌️❤️
Ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/shop
December 4, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Only 2 copies left of STARDUST anthology!
Also: EVERYTHING in my webshop has been marked down to as low as I can sell / ship it without losing money (bought copies, transaction fees, shipping) - NO CODES NEEDED
For those wanting to give / get comics for the holidays ✌️❤️
Ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/shop
Also: EVERYTHING in my webshop has been marked down to as low as I can sell / ship it without losing money (bought copies, transaction fees, shipping) - NO CODES NEEDED
For those wanting to give / get comics for the holidays ✌️❤️
Ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/shop
Tag yourself
I have no choice but "Cleveland Z"
I have no choice but "Cleveland Z"
*ahem*
It has a name, and it's literally Hero.
Never forget.
It has a name, and it's literally Hero.
Never forget.
December 2, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Tag yourself
I have no choice but "Cleveland Z"
I have no choice but "Cleveland Z"
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Literally buying one copy of a book at your local indie bookstore can mean the difference in whether they buy future books from that author.
November 24, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Literally buying one copy of a book at your local indie bookstore can mean the difference in whether they buy future books from that author.
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Demolishing the East Wing of the White House before finalizing plans for what will be built above its ruins is a near-perfect metaphor for Trump's approach to economic policy. The only difference is the wrecking crew doesn’t claim the rubble is evidence of unprecedented growth.
November 29, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Demolishing the East Wing of the White House before finalizing plans for what will be built above its ruins is a near-perfect metaphor for Trump's approach to economic policy. The only difference is the wrecking crew doesn’t claim the rubble is evidence of unprecedented growth.
These kiddos would love to sign their first book for you!
If you missed the awesome STARDUST: The SUPER WIZARD crowd fund, it's packed with gonzo tales by wonderful creators like @allredmd.bsky.social @ffrancavilla.bsky.social @jeffparker.bsky.social & many more 💖
Ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/shop
If you missed the awesome STARDUST: The SUPER WIZARD crowd fund, it's packed with gonzo tales by wonderful creators like @allredmd.bsky.social @ffrancavilla.bsky.social @jeffparker.bsky.social & many more 💖
Ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/shop
November 24, 2025 at 6:25 PM
These kiddos would love to sign their first book for you!
If you missed the awesome STARDUST: The SUPER WIZARD crowd fund, it's packed with gonzo tales by wonderful creators like @allredmd.bsky.social @ffrancavilla.bsky.social @jeffparker.bsky.social & many more 💖
Ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/shop
If you missed the awesome STARDUST: The SUPER WIZARD crowd fund, it's packed with gonzo tales by wonderful creators like @allredmd.bsky.social @ffrancavilla.bsky.social @jeffparker.bsky.social & many more 💖
Ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/shop
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Holiday reminders:
- If someone has a new relationship, they’ll tell you. You don’t need to ask.
- If someone is pregnant and they want to share that, they’ll tell you. You don’t need to ask.
- If someone’s body has changed, they’re aware. You don’t need to point it out.
- If someone has a new relationship, they’ll tell you. You don’t need to ask.
- If someone is pregnant and they want to share that, they’ll tell you. You don’t need to ask.
- If someone’s body has changed, they’re aware. You don’t need to point it out.
November 23, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Holiday reminders:
- If someone has a new relationship, they’ll tell you. You don’t need to ask.
- If someone is pregnant and they want to share that, they’ll tell you. You don’t need to ask.
- If someone’s body has changed, they’re aware. You don’t need to point it out.
- If someone has a new relationship, they’ll tell you. You don’t need to ask.
- If someone is pregnant and they want to share that, they’ll tell you. You don’t need to ask.
- If someone’s body has changed, they’re aware. You don’t need to point it out.
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Books with Pictures is an irreplaceable part of the comics community! www.gofundme.com/f/keep-books...
Keep Books with Pictures Alive: Donate Now, organized by Katie Pryde
Dear friends: I need your help.
I’m proud of everything Books with Pictures… Katie Pryde needs your support for Keep Books with Pictures Alive: Donate Now
www.gofundme.com
November 18, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Books with Pictures is an irreplaceable part of the comics community! www.gofundme.com/f/keep-books...
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NEW STUFF in my web shop (in time for gift-giving season!)
- official Marvel Wolverine cook book + BONUS X-Men comic!
- all-star Stardust the Super Wizard anthology! (was a crowdfund exclusive) Also signed by my kids/co-writers!
+ ALL orders get a free surprise book!
ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/s...
- official Marvel Wolverine cook book + BONUS X-Men comic!
- all-star Stardust the Super Wizard anthology! (was a crowdfund exclusive) Also signed by my kids/co-writers!
+ ALL orders get a free surprise book!
ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/s...
Visit James Asmus's Shop!
I've opened a shop. Come take a look!
ko-fi.com
November 19, 2025 at 4:13 AM
NEW STUFF in my web shop (in time for gift-giving season!)
- official Marvel Wolverine cook book + BONUS X-Men comic!
- all-star Stardust the Super Wizard anthology! (was a crowdfund exclusive) Also signed by my kids/co-writers!
+ ALL orders get a free surprise book!
ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/s...
- official Marvel Wolverine cook book + BONUS X-Men comic!
- all-star Stardust the Super Wizard anthology! (was a crowdfund exclusive) Also signed by my kids/co-writers!
+ ALL orders get a free surprise book!
ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/s...
NEW STUFF in my web shop (in time for gift-giving season!)
- official Marvel Wolverine cook book + BONUS X-Men comic!
- all-star Stardust the Super Wizard anthology! (was a crowdfund exclusive) Also signed by my kids/co-writers!
+ ALL orders get a free surprise book!
ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/s...
- official Marvel Wolverine cook book + BONUS X-Men comic!
- all-star Stardust the Super Wizard anthology! (was a crowdfund exclusive) Also signed by my kids/co-writers!
+ ALL orders get a free surprise book!
ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/s...
Visit James Asmus's Shop!
I've opened a shop. Come take a look!
ko-fi.com
November 19, 2025 at 4:13 AM
NEW STUFF in my web shop (in time for gift-giving season!)
- official Marvel Wolverine cook book + BONUS X-Men comic!
- all-star Stardust the Super Wizard anthology! (was a crowdfund exclusive) Also signed by my kids/co-writers!
+ ALL orders get a free surprise book!
ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/s...
- official Marvel Wolverine cook book + BONUS X-Men comic!
- all-star Stardust the Super Wizard anthology! (was a crowdfund exclusive) Also signed by my kids/co-writers!
+ ALL orders get a free surprise book!
ko-fi.com/jamesasmus/s...
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'Instead of “How are our attitudes being reflected in TV and film?” I think the better question is “How is pop culture attempting to shape and mold attitudes?”' -- @ninametz.bsky.social
The hollowness of Hollywood’s rich people stories
TV and film of the moment aren't going to galvanize anyone. But stories closer to home just might.
buttondown.com
November 14, 2025 at 6:07 PM
'Instead of “How are our attitudes being reflected in TV and film?” I think the better question is “How is pop culture attempting to shape and mold attitudes?”' -- @ninametz.bsky.social