Wanted to jump in here real quick to pimp something I should have done days ago. In December, Image Comics is publishing a trade recollecting all of the Rob Zombie's Spookshow International comic issues from a few years back. It will be packaged as "The Haunted World of El Superbeasto" to tie in with Rob's recent animated film. Back when I was with MVCreations, I was the editor on this title (and others), and had a blast with it.

Rob is working on a new comic project called "What Ever Happened to Baron Von Shock," so I'm stepping into the editor role once again. Comic Book Resources did an article just recently about the El Superbeasto animated film, the trade publication, and Rob's new Von Shock project. I was quoted a bunch of times (and tried to get a Peter Cushing mention in there-- sadly, it didn't make the cut). Check it out here:

http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=23501

Also...

Rod and I had a fantastic time at the Baltimore Comic Con a few weeks back-- it was great meeting new people and hanging with friends. And I bought a bunch of Green Lantern comics from Shelton over at the Heroes booth. It was nice to be able to walk around and talk to people and really experience a convention again. But I'll post more on my con experience on my blog (soonish) at LeanneHannah.com!

--Leanne

It's been a while. Been working like mad on Lava-Roid, an origin comic for my pal Kevin Conn, which I hope to finish up this weekend. Paul Little is doing colors on this one, and it's looking snazzy! We should have this on hand for the Baltimore Convention next month. Stay tuned...

After going through the Half-Blood Prince audio book, I moved on into Deathly Hallows and then went back to Prizoner of Azkaban and I'm currently finishing up Order of the Phoenix. Nothing like skipping around to read about your favorite characters when they were still, y'know, alive.

I have more work on the horizon, but I'm going to take a brief break because The Beatles: Rock Band comes out this Wednesday, 9/9/09. I am completely psyched for that (and bought the Beatles instruments despite having a complete set of Rock Band equipment already). I hope I remember to eat and drink after Wednesday. No guarantees.

--Leanne

Mice Templar: Destiny #2 hit the shelves today. I contributed a couple of pin-up pieces in this issue, but most importantly, this issue features my husband Rod's debut as the new writer for the 'Myths & Legends' feature in the backs of each Templar issue. Definitely pick it up if you get a chance.

The book itself is a really great read (there's a reason it's been getting so much buzz!), and Bryan, Mike, Victor and Veronica do an incredible job. I was honored to be a part of this series, even in such a small way. Hats off to all of these guys!

Last night as I was drawing and working on stuff, I was half dreading today because it marks the second anniversary of Mike Wieringo's passing. Anyone who knows me knows what I thought of Mike and how much he has inspired me over the years, not only through his beautiful artwork, but as a human being. I don't think you could find a nicer guy in comics.

As I sat there trying not to really think too much, I was struck by the realization that back in June my first published work in years (my back-up story in Perhapanauts #6) was released on Mike's birthday... and my next published work (in Mice Templar) was released today, on the second anniversary of his passing. I don't know what that means, but it struck me that it was an odd coincidence there was another Mike connection there.

Newsarama had a really nice article up on Mike today, and I would like to share it:

http://blog.newsarama.com/2009/08/12/dial-h-for-history-remembering-mike-wieringo

That's all from me.

--Leanne

Very busy just now, but I wanted to hop on here and thank everyone who's been checking out the crazy Star Wars webcomic Rod and I work on-- Blue Milk Special.

We received a very nice review (a BMS first!) over at The Great Big Nerd. So thank you to Dan Stryker for reminding us that people actually do read our comic and seem to enjoy it. You can check out Dan's review here: [link]

Also, thanks once again to pal Todd Dezago for pimping us on his Perhapablog (which everyone should be reading) today. Todd and Craig have been nothing but supportive of us, and we seriously appreciate it. These guys are kool kats.

I'm going to post about this in a couple days, but this Wednesday be on the lookout for Mice Templar: Destiny #2 from Image Comics. Not only is Mice Templar a fantastic read, but this issue features Rod's writing debut of the "Myth & Legends" features in the backs of each issue. And I've contributed a couple of pin-ups to the ish too. So check it out!

Not too much else to add, except that I'm still bummed about the lack of Remus/Tonks from the Half-Blood Prince film. But I've been listening to the audio book and trying to take comfort in that. And the fact that Deathly Hallows is split into two films, so I hope David Yates will take pity on me and give them some decent scenes, damn it!

Okay, I'm out.

--Leanne