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Colleen Douglas PhD @collyd.bsky.social · 23h

#DVpit Graphic Novel Pitch:
OLD FADAMA based on true events of an Albino friend, growing up on e-waste dump Agbogbloshie,avoiding sacrificial hunters and her ultimate escape via dumped US e-waste.

Genre: non fiction/adult thriller
More info: zeecomeeks.com/comics/w-i-p/
Contact:[email protected]

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Simon Birks - comic/novel/screen writer & publisher @simonbirks.com · 22h

Sounds fantastic and important. Good luck, Colleen.

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Simon Birks - comic/novel/screen writer & publisher @simonbirks.com · 12d

I use beehiiv and it's very good. Free up to 2500 with some limits, but I think the paid version is worth it.

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Marielle Birks @mariellebirks.com · 13d

Got an amazing day to visit Brantwood today! Those views 😍

Woman pictured in front of Brantwood sign

John Ruskin, aged 38.
George Richmond.
c. 1857

View of Brantwood House overlooking Coniston Water

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Blue Fox Comics - Scottish Publisher @bluefoxcomics.com · 15d

Last 48 hours to pick up our dark fantasy/horror graphic novel 'Clodagh - Vengeance of the Witch' - now a @kickstarter.com 'Project We Love' - @simonbirks.com @willirobertsart.bsky.social @robjoneswrites.bsky.social

Blue Fox Comics - Scottish Publisher @bluefoxcomics.com · 23d

Check out Clodagh - Vengeance of the Witch - Graphic Novel
Story by @simonbirks.com
Art by @willirobertsart.bsky.social
Letters by @robjoneswrites.bsky.social
Just launched on @kickstarter.com www.kickstarter.com/projects/sim...

Clodagh - Vengeance of the Witch - Graphic Novel

As a witch destroys anyone who stands in her way, ex-warrior Clodagh must battle impossible odds to rescue her stolen family.

www.kickstarter.com

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Arthur N. Ebuen @artebuen.bsky.social · 16d

CO-N-DO: written by @simonbirks.com (Antartica, The Thing on the Doorstep), art by Nina Poulston (Bats in the Attic, A Town by the Sea). 1 of 7 stories over 80 pages the new sci-fi anthology, Systemic, now LIVE on @kickstarter.com. Click here to back the campaign: www.kickstarter.com/projects/art...

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Ben Crane @bencranewrites.com · 17d

CO-N-DO by @simonbirks.com and Nina Pouston. After fifty years, with the planet ready to ignore them and move on, the laborers who spent their lives clearing Earth's orbit of space junk decide they won't be forgotten so easily.

A promo image for the short comic CONDO, with the cover, two interior pages, and some copy text.

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Simon Birks - comic/novel/screen writer & publisher @simonbirks.com · 19d

Have a great time!

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Alison Sampson A-21 MCM London Artist Alley @alisonsampson.bsky.social · 20d

WE ARE DOING A THING AT THOUGHT BUBBLE...

Thought Bubble Festival @thoughtbubbleuk.bsky.social · 20d

Calling all comic artists!! At this year's comic convention we are hosting drop-in portfolio reviews run by our amazing guests! Take advantage of this opportunity to speak one-on-one with an experienced comic book professional who'll review your work, give tips and personalised advice.

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Marielle Bouleau @mariellewrites.bsky.social · 20d

Our early-bird rewards end tomorrow - don't miss out on these discounted offers! www.kickstarter.com/projects/sim...

Clodagh - Vengeance of the Witch - Graphic Novel

As a witch destroys anyone who stands in her way, ex-warrior Clodagh must battle impossible odds to rescue her stolen family.

www.kickstarter.com

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Marielle Bouleau @mariellewrites.bsky.social · 22d

Wow.

Went to the theatre tonight with the gorgeous @simonbirks.com, a treat after a lot of hard working.

Got to go to The Lady From the Sea at The Bridge Theatre. An amazing experience, absolutely incredible. Bit speechless.

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Simon Birks - comic/novel/screen writer & publisher @simonbirks.com · 23d

Myself, Nina Poulston and @robjoneswrites.bsky.social and a story in this excellent anthology! Check it out!

Ben Crane @bencranewrites.com · 23d

The SYSTEMIC #kickstarter has reached it's goal! What a way to start the week!!! Thank you to everyone who backed or shared!

Every penny of profit we make goes straight back to our creators (tagged below). Let's keep it going! #comics @artebuen.bsky.social www.kickstarter.com/projects/art...

A screenshot of the campaign page for SYSTEMIC, showing that it has raised $4507 of its $4500 goal.

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Marielle Bouleau @mariellewrites.bsky.social · 23d

The epic releases continue!

@bluefoxcomics.com we've just launched the Clodagh 'Vengence of the Witch' #kickstarter for the complete graphic novel! By @simonbirks.com @willirobertsart.bsky.social
@robjoneswrites.bsky.social

www.kickstarter.com/projects/sim...

Clodagh - Vengeance of the Witch - Graphic Novel

As a witch destroys anyone who stands in her way, ex-warrior Clodagh must battle impossible odds to rescue her stolen family.

www.kickstarter.com

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Simon Birks - comic/novel/screen writer & publisher @simonbirks.com · 24d

Incredibly proud of @mariellebirks.com - this is such a massive achievement, and her essays are genuinely full of genius and intelligence. Looking forward to going outside, too. 🌳

Marielle Birks @mariellebirks.com · 24d

Dissertation submitted! 🎉🎉
Two years ago I started my MA in Victorian Studies @bbkhistorical.bsky.social and now its done. Lots of emotions but its been a fantastic, wonderful and amazing ride. Could not have done it without my incredible husband. Thank you @simonbirks.com Might go outside now.

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Blue Fox Comics - Scottish Publisher @bluefoxcomics.com · 29d

No Wednesday would be complete without it - come and find out why I look so happy, and stay for the comic goodness!
@simonbirks.com @mariellewrites.bsky.social @artebuen.bsky.social @bencranewrites.com
Blue Fox VIP Mid-Week Update 10/09/25
www.bluefoxcomics.com/p/blue-fox-v...

Blue Fox VIP Mid-Week Update 10/09/25

Tabletop Scotland Recap, fulfilment update, Comic Scene Awards ... and more!

www.bluefoxcomics.com

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Blue Fox Comics - Scottish Publisher @bluefoxcomics.com · Sep 8

We're serialising our amazing new comic 'Hexes: Daybreak' to our Blue Fox VIP Newsletter paid subscribers - get on board!
Story - @simonbirks.com
Art - @normkonyu.bsky.social
Publisher - @bluefoxcomics.com
Follow here:
www.bluefoxcomics.com/p/hexes-dayb...

Hexes: Daybreak - Starts Here

A new comic by Simon Birks and Norm Konyu - serialised for paid subscribers

www.bluefoxcomics.com

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Blue Fox Comics - Scottish Publisher @bluefoxcomics.com · Sep 3

Coming soon from Blue Fox Comics - Clodagh: Vengeance of the Witch - collecting all 5 issues in this explosive and emotional story. Story by @simonbirks.com, art by @willirobertsart.bsky.social, letters by @robjoneswrites.bsky.social
Get notified on launch below:
www.kickstarter.com/projects/sim...

Coming soon: Clodagh - Vengeance of the Witch - Graphic Novel

As a witch destroys anyone who stands in her way, ex-warrior Clodagh must battle impossible odds to rescue her stolen family.

www.kickstarter.com

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Blue Fox Comics - Scottish Publisher @bluefoxcomics.com · Sep 3

This is a superb book - highly recommend backing! @robjoneswrites.bsky.social @rorydraws4.bsky.social Mike Sam rook
Check out GRIFF GRISTLE: THE BOATMAN'S CALL Graphic Novel by Robin Jones on @kickstarter.com www.kickstarter.com/projects/169...

GRIFF GRISTLE: THE BOATMAN'S CALL Graphic Novel

The supernatural seadog in an action packed 140 page extended HARDBACK! For fans of Hellboy, BRPD, Hellblazer and SEA SHANTIES!

www.kickstarter.com

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Arthur N. Ebuen @artebuen.bsky.social · Sep 2

With stories from: @andyalvesart.bsky.social, #KevinBetou, @simonbirks.com, @bencranewrites.com, #AdamDouglas, @richardfairgray.bsky.social, @valhal.bsky.social, @thatnormdude.bsky.social, @chill.raptureburgers.com, @davelawart.bsky.social, #Pepper, #NinaPoulston, @stephwilliams.bsky.social

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Marielle Bouleau @mariellewrites.bsky.social · Sep 2

This beautiful girl.

Bit of a scare this afternoon and trip to the vets, but everything was OK.

She was such a good girl about everything.

Feeling very proud and so relieved with @simonbirks.com

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Simon Birks - comic/novel/screen writer & publisher @simonbirks.com · Sep 2

I've got a story with Nina Poulston in this, along with many other great creators!
Get notified/back us here
www.kickstarter.com/projects/art...

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Marielle Bouleau @mariellewrites.bsky.social · Aug 28

🎉Into the Last 7 hours!🎉

Help get The Deck Of Wondrous Items funded - so close! #TTRPG #5e

👉 www.kickstarter.com/projects/sim...

Compliments #RedemerrowChronicles nicely - available in the #Kickstarter rewards!

@bluefoxtabletop.bsky.social @bluefoxcomics.com @benedwardstoons.bsky.social