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A once Eisner Award-nominated subscription comic site that dives into the story behind comics: SKTCHD.com. Home of Off Panel, a weekly interview podcast: bit.ly/OffPanelPod. User of all the words. Kind of curious. By @davidharper.bsky.social.
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Hi! This is the account for SKTCHD, an Eisner nom'd subscription comic site, and Off Panel, a weekly comics interview podcast. Follow me for everything I do!
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I wrote about ten things I liked or didn't like from the week of comics, including the glorious return of Check, Please!, a comics great facing health problems, a big deal featuring some big names, Berkeley Breathed's big change, Pretty Deadly's pending return, a weird ad, fun Batman, and more.
Comics Disassembled: Ten Things I Liked or Didn't Like from the Past Week in Comics, Led by a Glorious Return - SKTCHD
And we’re back! After a few weeks away, Comics Disassembled is here with a dense edition that looks at ten things I liked or didn’t like from the past week (and then some) of comics, with that slate l...
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January 9, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Today on SKTCHD, I wrote about five things I'll be watching for in the comics industry (but mostly the direct market) in 2026, including whether Absolute can maintain its heat and spread to other books, how creators might change their approaches, the digital environment, and more.
Five Things I’ll be Watching for in the Comics Industry (but Mostly the Direct Market) in 2026 - SKTCHD
Everyone was ready for 2025 to be a disaster for the direct market, or the side of the comic industry comprised of a couple thousand comic shops. The recipe was there. Diamond Comic Distributors, the ...
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January 7, 2026 at 5:43 PM
Over in The Pull, I highlight a loaded first new comic book day of the year, including the Ark M special for Absolute Batman as my Comic of the Week and the final volume of Banana Sioule as my Trade/Graphic Novel of the Week.
The Pull: A Look at the Comics Dropping the Week of January 7th - SKTCHD
It’s the first new comic book day of the year, and a fun, eclectic slate of release awaits us all in comic shops. But what made the cut in The Pull, which looks at my buys, recommendations, and curios...
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January 6, 2026 at 7:03 PM
In case you were understandably distracted by events during the holiday vortex, I wanted to highlight some of my podcasts and articles from the past few weeks.

That includes handing out SKTCHD AWRDS to my favorite creators of 2025 and writing about what made their work so special.
The SKTCHD AWRDS: The Creators of 2025 - SKTCHD
The SKTCHD AWRDS are here. For those that are new to these parts, The SKTCHD AWRDS are a multi-week, multi-column effort where I celebrate the year that was in comics by handing out a bunch of complet...
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January 5, 2026 at 7:56 PM
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I always enjoy these conversations with retailers.
This week on Off Panel, retailer Patrick Brower of Chicago's @challengers.bsky.social returns for his annual visit to the podcast to talk about the year that was for his comic shop, what worked, Absolute heat, what didn't, Marvel's struggles, how he's feeling about 2026, and more.
Off Panel #533: Hips Don't Lie with Patrick Brower - SKTCHD
Retailer Patrick Brower returns to the show to talk about the year that was in his Chicago-based comic shop, Challengers Comics + Conversation. Brower discusses his weird year, the year in Challengers...
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January 5, 2026 at 5:56 PM
This week on Off Panel, retailer Patrick Brower of Chicago's @challengers.bsky.social returns for his annual visit to the podcast to talk about the year that was for his comic shop, what worked, Absolute heat, what didn't, Marvel's struggles, how he's feeling about 2026, and more.
Off Panel #533: Hips Don't Lie with Patrick Brower - SKTCHD
Retailer Patrick Brower returns to the show to talk about the year that was in his Chicago-based comic shop, Challengers Comics + Conversation. Brower discusses his weird year, the year in Challengers...
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January 5, 2026 at 5:27 PM
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Support Steve Rude! I just picked up a bunch of digital sketchbooks from his web store.
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Veteran US Comic Artist Steve Rude Needs Your Help
Help The Dude Out Over on his Facebook page, US comic artist Steve Rude (Nexus) announced that he needs our financial help (photo©Greg Preston. All Rights Reserved)… Friends, Another birthday. Another...
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January 2, 2026 at 8:14 PM
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It's almost 2026, so for my final piece of the year, I picked New Year's resolutions for the direct market, sharing three things that could be done that MIGHT be able to help turn a (mostly) great 2025 into an even better 2026 for everyone involved.
It's Almost 2026, so Let's Make Some New Year’s Resolutions for the Direct Market - SKTCHD
It’s that magical time of the year, that period when we all turn our attention to the future as we contemplate the different ways we’d like to improve or the goals we’d like to accomplish once the cal...
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December 31, 2025 at 6:13 PM
It was a heck of a year here on SKTCHD, and over on my personal account, I highlighted 12 of my favorite pieces from the year.

If you enjoy my work, make sure to subscribe to the site because it helps me do more like it! I have big plans in 2026, and I'm looking forward to sharing with everyone.
It was a big year on @sktchd.bsky.social, as my subscription comic site has grown dramatically since I went full-time. Also, I genuinely believe I put out some of my best + most varied work.

To highlight that, I wanted to share some of my favorite articles from the year as a showcase of that work.
December 31, 2025 at 6:21 PM
It's almost 2026, so for my final piece of the year, I picked New Year's resolutions for the direct market, sharing three things that could be done that MIGHT be able to help turn a (mostly) great 2025 into an even better 2026 for everyone involved.
It's Almost 2026, so Let's Make Some New Year’s Resolutions for the Direct Market - SKTCHD
It’s that magical time of the year, that period when we all turn our attention to the future as we contemplate the different ways we’d like to improve or the goals we’d like to accomplish once the cal...
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December 31, 2025 at 6:13 PM
It was a big year for Off Panel, as my weekly comics interview podcast had its most downloads ever and it became my full-time job (alongside what I do on SKTCHD).

To highlight the year, I wanted to share the ten most downloaded episodes of 2025 (in order of release)!
December 30, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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See you space doctor... #endfield
December 29, 2025 at 3:21 AM
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2025 recapped
December 29, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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It's time for my annual Comic of the Year podcast on Off Panel!

Harris Fishman, aka Beetle Moses, the cartoonist behind my favorite comic of the year in @beetlemoses.bsky.social, joins the show to talk about his long journey to Beetle Moses, its big year, his art, figuring out comics, and more.
Off Panel #532: Committing to the Bit with Beetle Moses (aka Harris Fishman) - SKTCHD
Cartoonist Beetle Moses, aka Harris Fishman, joins the podcast for my annual Comic of the Year chat, as we talk about his social media-based comic strip Beetle Moses. Fishman discusses the year for Be...
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December 29, 2025 at 5:45 PM
It's time for my annual Comic of the Year podcast on Off Panel!

Harris Fishman, aka Beetle Moses, the cartoonist behind my favorite comic of the year in @beetlemoses.bsky.social, joins the show to talk about his long journey to Beetle Moses, its big year, his art, figuring out comics, and more.
Off Panel #532: Committing to the Bit with Beetle Moses (aka Harris Fishman) - SKTCHD
Cartoonist Beetle Moses, aka Harris Fishman, joins the podcast for my annual Comic of the Year chat, as we talk about his social media-based comic strip Beetle Moses. Fishman discusses the year for Be...
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December 29, 2025 at 5:45 PM
I only have nine more STILT-ZINES remaining, so if you want my 60-page zine that's all about the magic and ridiculousness of Marvel's Large Adult Son Stilt-Man — with contributions from a ton of top creators — order soon, because there will not be another printing!
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SKTCHD is a subscription comic book site, and this Big Cartel profile is the home of the print annuals that collect some of the standout articles...
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December 26, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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Off Panel's final episode of 2025 — my Comic of the Year chat with cartoonist @beetlemoses.bsky.social — arrived early for patrons of the podcast on Patreon. Want to support the show and listen to me chat it up with ol' Beetle Moses before anyone else? Back the show on Patreon!
Happy Day After Christmas! Here's EXTRA Early Access to my Comic of the Year Chat with Beetle Moses, aka Harris Fishman! | Off Panel (the SKTCHD podcast)
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December 26, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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The final episodes of the year from @sktchd.bsky.social are something I look forward to. David ends up adding ten or so books (usually manga) to my “must read” list, and the “3 Themes” ep always ends up guiding my creative path for next year ( @comixace.bsky.social and @ashcanpress.com nailed it)
December 26, 2025 at 2:32 AM
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Today, I'm handing out SKTCHD AWRDS to 25 of my favorite Comics of 2025, ranging from @beetlemoses.bsky.social and Hirayasumi to Lil' Burgers and Good Devils: Don't Play Fair with Evil.

This piece is open to non-subscribers.
The SKTCHD AWRDS: The Comics of 2025 - SKTCHD
The Comics of 2025 now stand revealed. Or at least my Comics of 2025 do, as The SKTCHD AWRDS get to the main event today after my Creators of 2025 dropped last week. This edition finds my 25(ish) comi...
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December 23, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Lil' Burgers made the list!
Today, I'm handing out SKTCHD AWRDS to 25 of my favorite Comics of 2025, ranging from @beetlemoses.bsky.social and Hirayasumi to Lil' Burgers and Good Devils: Don't Play Fair with Evil.

This piece is open to non-subscribers.
The SKTCHD AWRDS: The Comics of 2025 - SKTCHD
The Comics of 2025 now stand revealed. Or at least my Comics of 2025 do, as The SKTCHD AWRDS get to the main event today after my Creators of 2025 dropped last week. This edition finds my 25(ish) comi...
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December 23, 2025 at 10:05 PM
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This is my favorite episode of the year, every year!
Another great episode, guys!
December 24, 2025 at 2:45 AM
December 24, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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This week on Off Panel, my pal Brandon Burpee returns to the show to look back on the year in comics and to count down our 20 favorite comics, graphic novels, and beyond of the year.
Off Panel #531: One World Under Beetle with Brandon Burpee - SKTCHD
My pal Brandon Burpee returns to the podcast for our annual look at the year in comics before we count down our 20 favorite comics of the year. Burpee discusses the year in comics, the state of the Bi...
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December 22, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Today, I'm handing out SKTCHD AWRDS to 25 of my favorite Comics of 2025, ranging from @beetlemoses.bsky.social and Hirayasumi to Lil' Burgers and Good Devils: Don't Play Fair with Evil.

This piece is open to non-subscribers.
The SKTCHD AWRDS: The Comics of 2025 - SKTCHD
The Comics of 2025 now stand revealed. Or at least my Comics of 2025 do, as The SKTCHD AWRDS get to the main event today after my Creators of 2025 dropped last week. This edition finds my 25(ish) comi...
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December 23, 2025 at 5:03 PM
This week on Off Panel, my pal Brandon Burpee returns to the show to look back on the year in comics and to count down our 20 favorite comics, graphic novels, and beyond of the year.
Off Panel #531: One World Under Beetle with Brandon Burpee - SKTCHD
My pal Brandon Burpee returns to the podcast for our annual look at the year in comics before we count down our 20 favorite comics of the year. Burpee discusses the year in comics, the state of the Bi...
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December 22, 2025 at 6:16 PM