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Appalachia Comics Project @appalachiacomics.bsky.social · 26d

UPDATE: event is postponed. New dare to come.

Appalachia Comics Project @appalachiacomics.bsky.social · Aug 25

SAVE THE DATE -- SEPTEMBER 18TH 5pm - 9pm: We are proud to be partnering with Resurrection Studios to host a celebration event showing the work in progress on 'ISLANDS IN THE SKY' with WNC creators and survivors joining to sign books and present their works in progress.

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Andrew Aydin @andrewaydin.bsky.social · 28d

Where I answer the important questions—

youtu.be/KlSVn13M-WM

Can Comic Books Fight Hurricanes???

YouTube video by DrJasonJohnson

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Appalachia Comics Project @appalachiacomics.bsky.social · Aug 25

SAVE THE DATE -- SEPTEMBER 18TH 5pm - 9pm: We are proud to be partnering with Resurrection Studios to host a celebration event showing the work in progress on 'ISLANDS IN THE SKY' with WNC creators and survivors joining to sign books and present their works in progress.

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Appalachia Comics Project @appalachiacomics.bsky.social · Aug 15

Only TWO more days to get your late pledge in. Order your copy or donate copies to local schools and libraries. Your choice!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/app...

Islands in the Sky

A Comic Anthology - Uniting Stories, Art, and Survival in the Wake of Hurricane Helene

www.kickstarter.com

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Appalachia Comics Project @appalachiacomics.bsky.social · Aug 14

Welp, we just had a 2.7 magnitude earthquake happen here in Western North Carolina.

earthquaketrack.com/quakes/2025-...

2.7 magnitude earthquake near Columbus, North Carolina, United States and Charlotte, North Carolina, United States : 2025-08-14 15:14:17 UTC

7 km N of Columbus, North Carolina - 2.7 EARTHQUAKE - Charlotte, Knoxville, Columbia, Athens, Winston-Salem, High Point, Greensboro, Atlanta, East Chattanooga, Chattanooga, Fayetteville, Durham, Cary,...

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Andrew Aydin @andrewaydin.bsky.social · Aug 9

Grateful for the opportunity to speak with West Virginia Public Broadcasting about the work @appalachiacomics.bsky.social is doing to help rebuild from Helene and give voice to the people of the region.

wvpublic.org/wvpb-podcast...

The Appalachian Comics Project And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning - West Virginia Public Broadcasting

After the dark days of Hurricane Helene, an award-winning comic book writer launches the Appalachian Comics Project. And, our Song of the Week this week features “Planetarium,” by Blitzen Trapper.

wvpublic.org

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The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · Aug 9

The Department of Homeland Security is holding up more than $100 million preapproved dollars intended to help hurricane-battered North Carolina clean up storm damage and fix infrastructure, according to documents obtained by The Post.

DHS is delaying millions in already approved North Carolina recovery funds, documents show

Communities across the region still need to be reimbursed for about a hundred projects including debris removal, waste water treatment repairs, roads and bridges, damaged buildings and parks, as well ...

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Appalachia Comics Project @appalachiacomics.bsky.social · Aug 8

Any good idea starts with a dog.

wvpublic.org/wvpb-podcast...

The Appalachian Comics Project And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning - West Virginia Public Broadcasting

After the dark days of Hurricane Helene, an award-winning comic book writer launches the Appalachian Comics Project. And, our Song of the Week this week features “Planetarium,” by Blitzen Trapper.

wvpublic.org

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Andrew Aydin @andrewaydin.bsky.social · Jul 31

Josh is an amazing and generous creator who is doing important work for @appalachiacomics.bsky.social — that takes time away from work that could earn him money to pay for medical care for his family’s sick dog. Please chip in if you are able.

Josh Adams @joshadams.bsky.social · Jul 31

I really didn't want to do this. I hate that I'm asking, but our dog Locke's medical bills are rising very quickly. We don't intend to give up on him, no matter what. So I'm asking if anyone is in a position to contribute, that they consider helping. Thank you.

Donate to Help Locke Walk Again: Support His Recovery, organized by Saori Tsujimoto

Hi all, My name is Saori, and I am trying to raise money to cover a porti… Saori Tsujimoto needs your support for Help Locke Walk Again: Support His Recovery

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Appalachia Comics Project @appalachiacomics.bsky.social · Jul 30

This is a frustrating but accurate assessment of what we are hearing all across the region. The federal government is deliberately slowing and complicating the recovery in unprecedented ways.

www.wral.com/story/fema-d...

FEMA denials hurting Helene recovery efforts, NC officials tell state lawmakers

The federal government has paid for just 6% of the estimated cost of North Carolina's Hurricane Helene recovery, raising concerns about how much local communities will have to end up paying, state off...

www.wral.com

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Nick Filardi he/him @nickfil.bsky.social · Jul 17

If you missed it- you can still do a late pledge for this comics anthology! Help us push to 32k to get additional pages!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/app...

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Andrew Aydin @andrewaydin.bsky.social · Jul 17

28k+ raised! 500+ backers! Thank you everyone! We’re accepting late pledges too so you can order copies for yourself or to donate. This is just the beginning. I truly believe @appalachiacomics.bsky.social will change the direction of this region and our country. www.kickstarter.com/projects/app...

Islands in the Sky

A Comic Anthology - Uniting Stories, Art, and Survival in the Wake of Hurricane Helene

www.kickstarter.com

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michele abounader @ nycc @cerealpancake.bsky.social · Jul 17

Thanks for all of your support for @appalachiacomics.bsky.social 💜 we are all so grateful for every single backer, shout out, repost… couldn’t have done it without the amazing community of contributors and supporters! More from us soon, time to get to work 💪🏼

(Late pledges are open fyi 👀)

Screenshot of Kickstarter funded campaign page showing islands in the sky with $28,071 funded by 504 backers

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Andrew Aydin @andrewaydin.bsky.social · Jul 17

Three hours left! Lock in now and help us give voice to those left out and left behind.

Greg Pak @gregpak.net · Jul 17

Friends, the ISLANDS IN THE SKY Hurricane Helene benefit comics Kickstarter ends in 11 hours. This is an incredible project I'm honored to be part of - working on a story with flood survivor Jim Bourdy and artist Josh Adams. Would hugely appreciate your support! www.kickstarter.com/projects/app...

Islands in the Sky

A Comic Anthology - Uniting Stories, Art, and Survival in the Wake of Hurricane Helene

www.kickstarter.com

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Jodie Troutman @longtalljodie.com · Jul 17

What Greg said! I'm honored to help tell my buddy Nick's story (and maybe others?).

Greg Pak @gregpak.net · Jul 17

Friends, the ISLANDS IN THE SKY Hurricane Helene benefit comics Kickstarter ends in 11 hours. This is an incredible project I'm honored to be part of - working on a story with flood survivor Jim Bourdy and artist Josh Adams. Would hugely appreciate your support! www.kickstarter.com/projects/app...

Islands in the Sky

A Comic Anthology - Uniting Stories, Art, and Survival in the Wake of Hurricane Helene

www.kickstarter.com

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Greg Pak @gregpak.net · Jul 17

Friends, the ISLANDS IN THE SKY Hurricane Helene benefit comics Kickstarter ends in 11 hours. This is an incredible project I'm honored to be part of - working on a story with flood survivor Jim Bourdy and artist Josh Adams. Would hugely appreciate your support! www.kickstarter.com/projects/app...

Islands in the Sky

A Comic Anthology - Uniting Stories, Art, and Survival in the Wake of Hurricane Helene

www.kickstarter.com

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Appalachia Comics Project @appalachiacomics.bsky.social · Jul 15

Now that we know this book will be made, can you help us spread the word that copies can be donated to schools, libraries, and independent bookstores? We have received dozens of requests and we need your help to fund them all.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/app...

Islands in the Sky

A Comic Anthology - Uniting Stories, Art, and Survival in the Wake of Hurricane Helene

www.kickstarter.com

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Appalachia Comics Project @appalachiacomics.bsky.social · Jul 16

Only 18 hours left! Get your copies, get your rewards, support the recovery of Appalachia, and send a message to a mixed up world that no matter how hard things can be, comics are a force for good.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/app...

Islands in the Sky

A Comic Anthology - Uniting Stories, Art, and Survival in the Wake of Hurricane Helene

www.kickstarter.com

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Nick Filardi he/him @nickfil.bsky.social · Jul 15

www.kickstarter.com/projects/app...

With 50 hours to go we hit our goal! Still time to pledge if you want a great comic!

Islands in the Sky

A Comic Anthology - Uniting Stories, Art, and Survival in the Wake of Hurricane Helene

www.kickstarter.com

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Anthony Del Col @anthonydelcol.bsky.social · Jul 15

The greatest comics are often those based on real-life stories. The ones found in this project are some of the most incredible ever. Only 43 hours left to support a VERY important publishing project!

@goodtroublepro.bsky.social
@andrewaydin.bsky.social

www.kickstarter.com/projects/app...

Islands in the Sky

A Comic Anthology - Uniting Stories, Art, and Survival in the Wake of Hurricane Helene

www.kickstarter.com

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Appalachia Comics Project @appalachiacomics.bsky.social · Jul 15

Now that we know this book will be made, can you help us spread the word that copies can be donated to schools, libraries, and independent bookstores? We have received dozens of requests and we need your help to fund them all.

www.kickstarter.com/projects/app...

Islands in the Sky

A Comic Anthology - Uniting Stories, Art, and Survival in the Wake of Hurricane Helene

www.kickstarter.com

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Andrew Aydin @andrewaydin.bsky.social · Jul 15

Funded!! Deeply grateful for all of the incredible support to get us here!

But we’re not done yet. Lock in your copy of this important book and the amazing rewards Brian and others are offering to ensure this project does the most possible good for the people of the region.

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michele abounader @ nycc @cerealpancake.bsky.social · Jul 15

only $260 to go, thanks for all of your support so far! pumped that this is going to fund so the team can make a great book 💜

screenshot from kickstarter - $24,740 pledged of $25,000 goal!

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Stergios Botzakis @stergbot.bsky.social · Jul 14

63 hours to go and so close to fully funded. You could help it make its goal!

Appalachia Comics Project @appalachiacomics.bsky.social · Jul 14

94% funded! Coming down to the wire. Help and Get one on one chats with your favorite creators like @brianmbendis.bsky.social (&signed books!), Matt Fraction, @ronmarz.bsky.social, or even have @andrewaydin.bsky.social help you with your nonfiction comics idea. www.kickstarter.com/projects/app...

Islands in the Sky

A Comic Anthology - Uniting Stories, Art, and Survival in the Wake of Hurricane Helene

www.kickstarter.com

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