Full Lineup Announced for Indie Comics Magazine's First Christmas Issue

Knights, college freshmen, comic book geeks, an undying engine of destruction, the world's most famous criminals, jazz singers, killer clowns and more will shock, uplift and entertain in Indie Comics Magazine #4, a special holiday issue, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' October 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews, announced Publisher Gary Scott Beatty.

Starring in this issue are some indie comic heavyweights. Ignatz Award winner Rich Koslowski produced a holiday story with his fan-famous characters, The 3 Geeks. Nationally syndicated Adventures of Aaron cartoonist Aaron Warner introduces A College Girl Named Joe in her freshman year. Mad magazine's Douglas Paszkiewicz makes merry with a quirky Arsenic Lullaby.

64 pages of done-in-one stories is wrapped in a beautiful, painted cover by award winning artist Douglas Klauba. "This indie yuletide issue will make great gifts for the mature readers on your list," said Beatty, "naughty or nice."

The Curls Studio team of writer Joe Carabeo and illustrator Carolyn Belefski present How Roxy and Dean Stole Christmas. Kevin LaPorte and Amanda Rachels' macabre Clown Town characters shuffle in to share the holidays. Anthony Cacioppo explores a tense meeting between Indestructible Man and Saint Nick. Gary Scott Beatty's jazz pianist tells is nephew a Christmas story. Students of the Unusual's Terry Cronin returns with a story of knights and magic.

"We continue to be lucky landing creators with a diverse range of storytelling styles," said Beatty. "This is a real cross section of indy comic book genius! With our done-in-one stories, we help readers cut through the reviews and hype to experience these creators' raw talent."

Short biographies and contact information are included with the stories so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work, said Beatty.

Beatty explained he always loved the holiday editions of books from the early days of comics, from horror to superhero to funny animal stories. "This time of year is so busy for everyone it's a good idea to kick back and immerse yourself in some holiday magic."

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, October's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #4, the Christmas issue! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at Indie Comics Magazine.com.

Christmas Knights in the New Indie Comics Magazine #4 Holiday Edition

Students of the Unusual's team of storytellers return with a story of knights, Christmas and magic in Indie Comics Magazine #4, a special holiday issue, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' October 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews, announced Publisher Gary Scott Beatty.

Rescue Santa from muggers and you never know where it will lead. Maybe you will find yourself a participant in medieval Christmas games. This done-in-one story from Terry Cronin and Jorge Calamato is just one of eight holiday stories in Indie Comics Magazine's first Christmas issue.

The Students of the Unusual comic series is filled with horror tales mainly based on the myths, legends and history of the state of Florida. The series is published by 3 Boys Productions, founded by Cronin, Jeff Hall, Bob Lizek and Pat Martin. Cronin is a film producer, director and dermatologist who works with the team to produce the annual Melbourne Independent Filmmakers Festival. They are currently producing Adventure Chefs, a reality show where contestants hunt, forage and gather food to prepare fine dining for judges. Cronin's new Skinvestigator books follow the murder investigations of dermatologist Doctor Harry Poe.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine features full stories from many indie comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Full color Students of the Unusual books can be bought at Students of the Unusual.com.

Also scheduled for the Indie Comics Magazine Christmas Issue are Ignatz Award winner Rich Koslowski's The 3 Geeks, Adventures of Aaron cartoonist Aaron Warner's A College Girl Named Joe and Mad magazine's Douglas Paszkiewicz with Arsenic Lullaby.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, October's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #4, the Christmas issue! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Clown Town Down the Chimney in Indie Comics Magazine's Special Christmas Issue

Kevin LaPorte and Amanda Rachels' macabre Clown Town characters creep into Indie Comics Magazine #4, a special holiday issue, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' October 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews, announced Publisher Gary Scott Beatty.

"Kevin and Amanda are an excellent team that present a slick (and disturbing) story every time," said Beatty. "We're looking forward to more great work from this studio."

Kevin and Amanda used one of their submissions to the now-defunct Zuda web comic competition to launch their 2010 web comic, The Blind Eye, now collected into their first self-published work.

Their Clown Town contribution to the 2010 Small Press Idol competition dominated the popular vote, falling to second place in the last round on the very last day!

The team has contributed stories to the literacy-focused Reading With Pictures Vol. 1, Grayhaven Comics’ The Gathering anthology and more.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine features full stories from many independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Find out more about the Clown Town series of comics, exciting side projects and convention tour dates at inversepress.com.

Also scheduled for the Indie Comics Magazine Christmas Issue are Ignatz Award winner Rich Koslowski's The 3 Geeks, Adventures of Aaron cartoonist Aaron Warner's A College Girl Named Joe and Mad magazine's Douglas Paszkiewicz with Arsenic Lullaby.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, October's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #4, the Christmas issue! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at Indie Comics Magazine.com.

Carabeo and Belefski Contribute to Indie Comics Magazine's Special Christmas Issue

The Curls Studio team of writer Joe Carabeo and illustrator Carolyn Belefski present How Roxy and Dean Stole Christmas in Indie Comics Magazine #4, a special holiday issue, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' October 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews, announced Publisher Gary Scott Beatty.

Belefski displays a new Curls webcomic every Monday and Thursday. Her illustrations have been published in USA Weekend Magazine, The Commonwealth Times, Magic Bullet, The Pulse on Comicon.com and more. She was nominated for Friends of Lulu's 2010 Kim Yale Award for Most Talented Newcomer. "We're excited to once again feature one of the hardest working and most talented women in independent comics today," said Beatty.

Belefski and Carabeo offend and/or entertain with their podcast, The Carolyn and Joe Show, each Tuesday. The team collaborate on the comic books Kid Roxy, Black Magic Tales and The Legettes. Their Indie Comics Magazine story feature their Black Magic Tales characters, the adventures of the World’s Most Famous Criminals, Roxy and Dean.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine features full stories from many indie comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. To check out Carolyn and Joe's comics, podcasts, online store, and convention tours visit curls-studio.com.

Also scheduled for the Indie Comics Magazine Christmas Issue are Ignatz Award winner Rich Koslowski's The 3 Geeks, Adventures of Aaron cartoonist Aaron Warner's A College Girl Named Joe and Mad magazine's Douglas Paszkiewicz with Arsenic Lullaby.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, October's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #4, the Christmas issue! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at Indie Comics Magazine.com.

Arsenic Lullaby Creator to Contribute to Indie Comics Magazine's Christmas Issue

Harvey and Eisner Award nominated Douglas Paszkiewicz will feature eight pages of his popular Arsenic Lullaby creation in Indie Comics Magazine #4, a special Christmas issue, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' October 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews, announced Publisher Gary Scott Beatty.

Paszkiewicz' work is regularly featured in several national publications including Mad Magazine, Too Much Coffee Man Magazine, and others. The 10 year collection Arsenic Lullaby: The Devil's Decade was recently released in hardcover and softcover, over 400 pages of dark humor and editorial commentary "reviewing all the crap that went on behind the scenes," he wrote.

Paszkiewicz is the creator of the cartoon fetus, he helped bring voodoo and zombies back into pop culture, and taught the world to laugh at suicide, abortion, genocide, infanticide, starvation and anyone who tries to make a difference. "There are a lot of comedy comics trying to be offbeat right now," said Beatty. "Pasz's work is so unexpected, the twists so jarring and witty, he transcends current trends. We're lucky to have his take on Christmas in this special holiday issue of Indie Comics Magazine."

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine features full stories from many indie comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Merchandise, blog, sketches, the Arsenic Lullaby animated pilot and more is at Arsenic Lullabies.com.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, October's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #4, the Christmas issue! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Adventures of Aaron Creator Contributes to Indie Comics Magazine's Christmas Issue

Aaron Warner, the nationally syndicated cartoonist best known for Adventures of Aaron, will appear in Indie Comics Magazine #4, a special Christmas issue, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' October 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews, announced Publisher Gary Scott Beatty.

Warner has created ground-breaking cartoon features for newspapers and magazines worldwide. The critically acclaimed and wildly popular Adventures of Aaron ran for over 10 years, was read by over six million newspaper subscribers, and garnered a Rueben Award nomination from the National Cartoonist Society.

From 2002 to 2007, Warner syndicated A College Girl Named Joe, a college-themed daily strip that became the number one downloaded comic feature through MCT Campus. His Indie Comics Magazine story details Joe's Christmas break during her freshman year.

Warner's "You Are Here" can be seen in a variety of newspapers and is available for publishing through Cartoonstock.com.

"I had the privilege of coloring Adventures of Aaron Sunday strips for a time and I remember being excited when a new strip came in to work on," said Beatty. "Aaron has such a natural sense of humor and his characters can be surprising, crazy and oddly easy to relate to!"

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine features full stories from many indie comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Warner now works with wife Angie at Cartoon Studios (cartoonistforhire.com) and his collected works are available at Amazon.com.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, October's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #4, the Christmas issue! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

The 3 Geeks Appear in Indie Comics Magazine's Christmas Issue

Comic book fan favorite and Eisner nominated The 3 Geeks by Rich Koslowski will appear in Indie Comics Magazine #4, a special Christmas issue, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' October 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews, announced Publisher Gary Scott Beatty.

The 3 Geeks launched Koslowski's career and has been a constant in his years in the business of comics. Since the How To Pick Up Girls If You’re A Comic Book Geek one-shot was published in 1997, The 3 Geeks have appeared in 25 comics and four trade paperbacks.

Koslowski won an Ignatz Award for “Best Graphic Novel” in 2001 for Three Fingers, a dark comedy in documentary style about cartoon actors in the '30s and '40s and the barriers they faced in a prejudicial Hollywood. In 2005 Koslowski released The King, his take on the Elvis Presley phenomenon. His BB Wolf and the Three LPs hardcover was released last year with a blues CD. His 12 issue run writing for Marvel Comics Presents was recently released as the trade paperback Weapon Omega.

"I bought the first 3 Geeks one-shot from Rich at the Chicago Comicon 14 years ago and laughed my head off," said Beatty. "I knew then Rich was a great storyteller. His 2007 novel, The List, showed he has a different way of looking at the Christmas season. I was overjoyed when he decided to contribute a 3 Geeks Christmas story to Indie Comics Magazine #4."

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine features full stories from many indie comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Rich Koslowski can be found at richkoslowski.com.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, October's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #4, the Christmas issue! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Golden Age Legend Bellman Appears in Indie Comics Magazine #3

A story by Golden Age legend Allen Bellman, who worked on Captain America in 1942, will appear in Indie Comics Magazine #3, announced Editor Gary Scott Beatty. Indie Comics Magazine #3 is scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' August 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews.

Bellman became a staff artist at Timely and, while still a teenager, drew backgrounds for Syd Shores' Captain America in 1942. He later worked on The Patriot, The Destroyer, The Human Torch, Jap Buster Johnson and Jet Dixon of the Space Squadron, All Winners Comics, Marvel Mystery, Sub Mariner Comics, Young Allies and many more.

Let's Play Detective was Bellman's comic book creation. He also contributed to Atlas pre-Code horror, crime, war and western titles.

In the '50s Bellman moved to work for the South Florida Sun-Sentinel. He is also a photographer whose work has appeared on hundreds of books and in museum exhibits. He can still be seen at conventions and still accepts commissions. In 2007 he received the Inkpot Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Comic Arts at the San Diego Comic-Con International.

Allen Bellman's story and work can be seen at allenbellman.com.

Bellman's Indie Comics Magazine story is his first new comic book work in 50 years, said Terry Cronin of 3 Boys Productions, the publisher who provided the story. "We're lucky to be able to offer this in print," said Beatty. "This is the first time this has appeared in pamphlet form."

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine features full stories from many independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Indie Comics Magazine #3 features a space dragon cover painting by Susan Van Camp.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, August's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #3! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Full Lineup Announced for the New Indie Comics Magazine #3

Clowns, samurai, Elvis and a golden age great will appear in the new Indie Comics Magazine, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' August 2011 Previews catalog under Aazurn Publishing, and available ONLY through Previews.

"This issue offers more variety than ever before," said Editor Gary Scott Beatty. "From cosmic intergalactic battles to scary clowns to webcomics, we're featuring award winners, indy veterans and talented newcomers."

Appearing in Indie Comics Magazine #3 is Tim Tyler (Danger Angel), Carolyn Belefski (Curls), Paul Bradford (Astral Crusaders), Pat Martin (Students of the Unusual), Tim Vigil (Faust), Gary Scott Beatty (Jazz: Cool Birth), Kevin LaPorte and Amanda Rachels (Clown Town) and Scott Frantz (Darkstar).

A special appearance by Golden Age legend Allen Bellman, who worked on Captain America in 1942, rounds out the list of diverse talent. The Bellman story is offered through publisher 3 Boys Productions.

The cover to Indie Comics Magazine #3 features a full color "Space Dragon" painting by Susan Van Camp.

"We're different than other books," Beatty explained. "We feature done-in-one stories so readers can get a feel for what these creators can do. Short biographies and contact information are included with the stories so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. These details make Indie Comics Magazine a valuable resource for anyone interested in the world of independent comics."

The number of comic books, graphic novels and online entertainment available today can be overwhelming to a casual reader, said Beatty. "We help readers cut through the reviews and hype to experience these creators' raw talent.

"We were lucky to land different creators with a diverse range of storytelling styles. This is a real cross section of indy comic book genius!"

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, August's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can read Indie Comics Magazine #3! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Scott Frantz Samurai Tale in the New Indie Comics Magazine #3

With deft, spare brushstrokes and minimal words, Scott Frantz' samurai story Add-Uchi appears in Indie Comics Magazine #3, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' August 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews. Editor Gary Scott Beatty said he's excited to have Frantz contribute a tale with such quiet power.

"Scott is a real pro and it shows," said Beatty. "In both the art and the writing, what he leaves off the page is just as important as what he includes."

Frantz went from background artist on TV's Faust and Eo to Rebel Studios, where he was co-writer and co-penciller of Meccalapolis in Rebel's anthology Raw Media Mag #3 and creator of Darkstar, an intricate, star spanning space operatic.

In Darkstar, Yorginn, a ruling council member, betrayed two worlds by aligning his allegiance with alien invaders, with catastrophic results for his race. Frantz is now revisiting and reimagining Darkstar, with new designs and even a new name.

A practicing Zen Buddhist, Frantz meditates daily and is learning Japanese.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine features full stories from many independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Frantz's illustrations can be viewed at http://scottfrantz.deviantart.com.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, August's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #3! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

LaPorte and Rachels' Clown Town in the New Indie Comics Magazine #3

Kevin LaPorte and Amanda Rachels' creepy Clown Town characters shuffle into Indie Comics Magazine #3, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' August 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews. Editor Gary Scott Beatty said he thinks the new creators are ones to watch.

"Kevin has a great sense of story and Amanda's fluid, elegant drawing style is a great contrast to the horror content," said Beatty. "Add to that gray tones from Amanda's sister Amy and skilled typography from Kevin and you have a carefully constructed package that's sure to impress."

Kevin and Amanda used one of their submissions to the now-defunct Zuda web comic competition to launch their 2010 web comic, The Blind Eye, now collected into their first self-published work.

Their Clown Town contribution to the 2010 Small Press Idol competition dominated the popular vote, falling to second place in the last round on the very last day!

The team has contributed stories to the literacy-focused Reading With Pictures Vol. 1, Grayhaven Comics’ The Gathering anthology and more.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine features full stories from many independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Find out more about the Clown Town series of comics, exciting side projects and convention tour dates at blindeyecomic.com.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, August's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #3! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Faust Artist Tim Vigil to Return in Indie Comics Magazine #3

Nationally known illustrator Tim Vigil's character Dick William Vickers, private eye, will return in Indie Comics Magazine #3, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' August 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews. The done-in-one tale features an eight page story from Vigil's City of Lost Souls series, announced Indie Comics Magazine Editor Gary Scott Beatty.

Praised for his attention to detail in black and white art, anatomy, and extremely graphic art, Vigil is responsible for creating the DynaPop art style and was a key member of the Rebel Studios company. His graphic novel Faust (with David Quinn) was adapted by Brian Yuzna as the movie Faust: Love of the Damned. Faust: Book of M was nominated for a Bram Stoker Award for Best Illustrated Narrative.

Vickers is a film noir styled private eye in a horror story setting, said Beatty, who will appear in a series of books some time in the future. "We get a glimpse of him here, following leads in the Devil's Den area of Sacrament, New York." The tale is written by Vigil's nephew, Jeff Vigil.

Tim's art has appeared in books by Caliber Comics, Verotik (the comic book label of The Misfits leader Glenn Danzig) and in the Broken Halos Studios books Broken Halo and Gunfighters in Hell (featuring art by brother Joe Vigil).

Vigil's art books include Dark Utopia and Gothic Nights. For Avatar, Tim created the titles Webwitch and EO. Recent work includes Faust: Singha's Talons at Avatar Press and covers and interiors for the Fantastic Worlds of Frank Frazetta series.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine will feature full stories from many independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Tim accepts commissions through http://TimVigilArt.com.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, August's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #3! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Pat Martin Adventure in the New Indie Comics Magazine #3

Students of the Unusual's lovable bums return, as Pat Martin presents a story of eternal youth in Indie Comics Magazine #3, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' August 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews.

Martin joined forces with Terry Cronin, Jeff Hall and Bob Lizek to create 3 Boys Productions, responsible for the annual Melbourne Independent Filmmakers Festival. The team is now producing Adventure Chefs, a reality show where contestants hunt, forage and gather food to prepare fine dining for judges.

"It's fun how the crew at 3 Boys Productions combine Florida myths, legends and history with their expanding core characters from all walks of life," said Beatty. "Their filmmaking experience really shows through in the way they construct their stories."

Art in the Indie Comic Magazine tale is supplied by Jorge Calamato, an illustrator who has contributed much to the Students of the Unusual pantheon over the years.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine will feature full stories from many independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. 3 Boys Productions can be found at http://StudentsOfTheUnusual.com.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, August's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #3! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Paul Bradford's Astral Crusaders Patrol the New Indie Comics Magazine #3

Heresy shall not be tolerated as Paul Bradford presents an Astral Crusaders story in Indie Comics Magazine #3, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' August 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews. Editor Gary Scott Beatty said The Standard Bearer tale is the premiere of Bradford's creation.

"Readers will want to be in at the beginning for this one," said Beatty. "Paul has created a huge back story for this cosmic army, but offers us a complete story in these eight pages."

The Astral Crusaders are the last bastion of humanity, a well trained force defending and upholding the values of the human race throughout the cosmos. Humanity only remains on the colonized planets and moons throughout the known galaxy. Close encounters proved to be a little too close for comfort.

Originally from Scotland, Bradford was brought up on the British comics that helped twist him into the writer he is today. Now living in Western Australia, he writes comics containing a broad spectrum of themes and ideas. He also writes Gothic poetry under the pseudonym Hierophantom and has produced small press "zines" through his company Inertia Publications.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine features full stories from many independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. For ongoing updates on all things relating to Bradford’s comics visit his blog at http://inertiapublications.blogspot.com/.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, August's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #3! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at Indie Comics Magazine.com.

Carolyn Belefski Presents Curls in the New Indie Comics Magazine #3

Indie Comics Magazine #3 breaks the gender barrier with its first female contributor, Carolyn Belefski, announced Editor Gary Scott Beatty. Belefski will contribute a story based on characters from her popular Curls webcomic in Indie Comics Magazine #3, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' August 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews.

Belefski was nominated for Friends of Lulu's 2010 Kim Yale Award for Most Talented Newcomer. "We're excited to land one of the hardest working and most talented women in independent comics today," said Beatty.

Belefski displays a new Curls webcomic every Monday and Thursday and offends and/or entertains with her podcast, The Carolyn and Joe Show, each Tuesday. She collaborates with writer Joe Carabeo on the comic books Kid Roxy, Black Magic Tales and The Legettes.

Belefski's illustrations have been published in USA Weekend Magazine, The Commonwealth Times, Magic Bullet, The Pulse on Comicon.com and more.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine features full stories from many independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Enjoy Belefski's blog, visit the Curls Studio Store, subscribe to her RSS feed and listen to her podcasts at http://curls-studio.com/.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, August's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #3! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Tim Tyler's Danger Angel to Appear in the New Indie Comics Magazine #3

Indie comics pro Tim Tyler's cosmic adventuress Danger Angel will appear in Indie Comics Magazine #3, announced Editor Gary Scott Beatty. Indie Comics Magazine #3 is scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' August 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews.

Tyler is a quarter century veteran of the independent comic book industry, having been inker, artist or publisher on Faust (inker over Tim Vigil), Razor, Blood Reign, Hades, Devil-Jack, Cuda, Dreadstar, Zero Tolerance, Djustine, Shinga's Talons, Dead Crew, Manga Monthly, and more.

After attending the Joe Kubert School, Tyler was discovered by Mark (Hulk) Pannaccia and hired by Pyramid Comics.

Tyler's website features his Engine series, plus a Blood Reign and Devil-Jack team-up series. To see Tim's new, original web comics, art galleries and news updates, visit user.drunkduck.com/ttyler.

Contact Tyler for commission work, original art, or comics and graphic novels at simongarth2001@yahoo.com. Danger Angel merchandise is at comic-cosmos.com.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine features full stories from many independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Indie Comics Magazine #3 features a space dragon cover painting by Susan Van Camp.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, August's Previews under Aazurn Publishing is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #3! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Susan Van Camp Paints Cover for the New Indie Comics Magazine #3

Prolific illustrator Susan Van Camp's painting "Space Dragon" will grace the cover of Indie Comics Magazine #3, announced Editor Gary Scott Beatty. The magazine is scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' August 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews.

Van Camp has illustrated 44 Magic: The Gathering cards, is a Dragon Storm RPG designer and cheerfully admits to being known in some circles as an "anthro artist." She paints dragons, fairies, angels cats, chinchillas, pets and much more from her studio in Flint, Michigan.

"I've admired her detailed paintings at conventions for years," said Beatty. "I'm really pumped to feature one of her many, beautiful dragon illustrations on Indie Comics Magazine #3."

Van Camp also publishes the online web comics Gatekeeper, Perils of Pearl and Familiar Place at myonlinecomics.com. Over 250 of her art prints are offered through Etsy and she is always happy to hear from people interested in commissions and original artwork.

"Illustrations, comics, commissions -- and she keeps up a blog that features new artwork," said Beatty. "She draws with graceful elegance, whether she's depicting a kitten or a slavering werewolf."

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine features full stories from many independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Van Camp's blog is at svcstudio.blogspot.com. To see her work visit her website at www.artbysvc.com.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, August's Previews is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #3! Visit Indie Comics Magazine online at Indie Comics Magazine.com.

Indie Comics Magazine #2 Now in Comic Shops

Comic book readers who are interested in Aazurn Publishing’s Indie Comics Magazine and did not preorder #2 need to buy today at their local comic shop, said Editor Gary Scott Beatty.

“They'll disappear fast! We have no huge overprint, no digital version and no back issue sales,” Beatty explained.

Appearing in this issue is Mike Kitchen (Spy Guy), Alonzo Washington (Omega 7), Tim Vigil (Faust), Terry Cronin (Students of the Unusual), Michael Marcus and George McVey (Pulp Dreams, IF-X), Gary Scott Beatty (Jazz: Cool Birth), and Blair Kitchen (The Possum).

The cover to #2 features a full color painting by Tom Kelly (DC's Zuda).



“We're receiving kudos for the diverse styles in Indie Comics Magazine #1," said Beatty. "#2 has a different lineup. Both issues feature done-in-one stories, short bios of the creators and a huge chunk of indie goodness."

Indie Comics Magazine introduces readers to talented comic book pros with regional fan bases that deserve wider audiences, said Beatty. It is likely the talent in Indie Comics Magazine #2 will never appear in the same publication together again.

Indie Comics Magazine #3 is planned for summer release, for preorder through the Previews comic book order catalog under Aazurn Publishing. Information is online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Indie Comics Magazine #1 in Comic Shops Now

Comic book readers who are interested in Aazurn Publishing's Indie Comics Magazine and did not preorder #1 need to buy today at their local comic shop, said Editor Gary Scott Beatty.

"We have no huge overprint, no digital version and no back issue sales," Beatty explained. "Indie Comics Magazine #1 is an instant collectible."

Appearing in the first issue is Tim Vigil (Faust), Terry Cronin (Students of the Unusual), Douglas Paskiewicz (Arsenic Lullaby), Tom Kelly (DC's Zuda), K.J. Kolka (The Cardinal), David Branstetter (Straw Man) and Beatty himself. The painted cover is from Marcus Boas (Heavy Metal).

"It is likely this talent will never appear in the same publication together again," said Beatty. "I'm very pleased with the diverse styles and storytelling techniques in this issue and I'm happy to be able to introduce readers to talented comic book pros with regional fan bases that deserve wider audiences."

Indie Comics Magazine features done-in-one stories so readers can get a feel for what the featured creators can do, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. "These details make Indie Comics Magazine a valuable resource for anyone interested in the world of independent comics. We help readers cut through the reviews and hype to experience these creators' raw talent."

Indie Comics Magazine #2 appears on shelves in April and #3 is slated for summer release, for preorder through the Previews comic book order catalog under Aazurn Publishing. Information is online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Full Lineup Announced for the Indie Comics Magazine #2

Aazurn Publishing has announced the full lineup of the second edition of the new Indie Comics Magazine, scheduled NOW for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' February 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews.

"I'm very pleased with the diverse styles and storytelling techniques in this issue," said Editor Gary Scott Beatty, "and I'm happy to be able to introduce readers to talented comic book pros with regional fan bases that deserve wider audiences."

Appearing in this issue is Mike Kitchen (Spy Guy), Alonzo Washington (Omega 7), Tim Vigil (Faust), Terry Cronin (Students of the Unusual), Michael Marcus and George McVey (Pulp Dreams, IF-X), Gary Scott Beatty (Jazz: Cool Birth), and Blair Kitchen (The Possum).

The cover to #2 features a full color painting by Tom Kelly (DC's Zuda).

Indie Comics Magazine features done-in-one stories so readers can get a feel for what the featured creators can do, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. "These details make Indie Comics Magazine a valuable resource for anyone interested in the world of independent comics. We help readers cut through the reviews and hype to experience these creators' raw talent."

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, February's Previews is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #2! Information about Indie Comics Magazine is online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

The Possum Creator Blair Kitchen to Appear in Indie Comics Magazine #2

Writer and Illustrator Blair Kitchen will appear in the new Indie Comics Magazine #2, available for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' February 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews. Blair's done-in-one tale is an eight page story featuring The Possum, announced Indie Comics Magazine Editor Gary Scott Beatty.

Blair owns and operates Possum Press, which publishes The Possum, a character that originated as doodles in Blair's 10th grade sketchbook. He and a friend "were attempting to come up with the lamest super hero that we could." The Possum has no super strength or special abilities, other than the fact that he has no vital signs. After a beating, he simply plays dead. "Ten years later, I discovered my old sketchbook, and when I saw the picture, it made me laugh," said Blair.

Blair honed his art skills working as a traditional animator and storyboard artist in Toronto, Canada. He has directed commercials, animated on commercials and features, drawn boards for TV, and even spent a time supervising in the Phillipines.

Pacing is important to a comedic story, said Blair. "I guess I have learned a lot about comedic timing from working as an animator for the last 10 years, and that just transfers from animation into comic form."

Blair's store, blog and animation clips can be seen at http://www.possumpress.com.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, February's Previews is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #2! Information about Indie Comics Magazine is online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Faust Artist Tim Vigil to Appear in Indie Comics Magazine #2

Nationally known illustrator Tim Vigil's character Dick William Vickers, private eye, will appear in the new Indie Comics Magazine #2, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' February 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews. The done-in-one tale features an eight page story from Vigil's City of Lost Souls series, announced Indie Comics Magazine Editor Gary Scott Beatty.

Praised for his attention to detail in black and white art, anatomy, and extremely graphic art, Vigil is responsible for creating the DynaPop art style and was a key member of the Rebel Studios company. His graphic novel Faust (with David Quinn) was adapted by Brian Yuzna as the movie Faust: Love of the Damned. Faust: Book of M was nominated for a Bram Stoker Award for Best Illustrated Narrative.

Vickers is a film noir styled private eye in a horror story setting, said Beatty, who will appear in a series of books some time in the future. "We get a glimpse of him here, following leads in the Devil's Den area of Sacrament, New York." The tale is written by Vigil's nephew, Jeff Vigil.

Tim's art has appeared in books by Caliber Comics, Verotik (the comic book label of The Misfits leader Glenn Danzig) and in the Broken Halos Studios books Broken Halo and Gunfighters in Hell (featuring art by brother Joe Vigil).

Vigil's art books include Dark Utopia and Gothic Nights. For Avatar, Tim created the titles Webwitch and EO. Recent work includes Faust: Singha's Talons at Avatar Press and covers and interiors for the Fantastic Worlds of Frank Frazetta series.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine will feature full stories from many independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Tim accepts commissions through http:/TimVigilArt.com.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no back issue sales, February's Previews is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #2! Information about Indie Comics Magazine is online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

DC's Zuda Artist Tom Kelly Illustrates Indie Comics Magazine #2 Cover

Indie Comics Magazine Editor Gary Scott Beatty recently announced an illustration by nationally known cartoonist Tom Kelly will appear on the cover of the second issue of the new comic book, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' February 2011 Previews catalog and available ONY through Previews.

Kelly's children's web comic "The Stuffed Animal Sagas" was featured on DC comics' website ZUDA.com. His illustrations have appeared in Black Petals magazine, Star Wars Insider, Imagine Fx, Design Graphics, Tales of the Talisman, Thrasher, Wired and Time Out Chicago magazine.

"Indie Comics Magazine is doing in print what DC attempted online: giving greater exposure to talented indy creators," said Beatty. "And Tom's work is just phenomenal."

Kelly, a Chicago based artist, has also designed posters and promotional art for Chicago bands Daemon Familiar, Unibrow and Moses Gun. He has produced graphic design and illustration for numerous design, production and toy companies, such as Spin Master Toys, Rittenhouse Archives, Topps, Hasbro, EA Sports, Wizards of the Coast and Mattel.

"Tom's graveyard babe on our cover is an impressive combination of attraction and wary repulsion," Beatty gushed. "We love his balance and texturing." Kelly has won several awards, including the Wayne Wright Key for Excellence and the Pennsylvania Keystone Silver Seal.

Each issue of the new Indie Comics Magazine will feature full stories from different independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included with the stories so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Kelly accepts commissions through http://tommm9.daportfolio.com.

Indie Comics Magazine #2 is available ONLY through the February Previews order magazine at your local comic shop. Information about Indie Comics Magazine is online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Terry Cronin Presents Zombies of Rock in the New Indie Comics Magazine #2

Rock is back from the dead, as indie author Terry Cronin contributes a double-sized zombie story to the new Indie Comics Magazine #2, scheduled for preorder in Diamond Comic Distributors' February 2011 Previews catalog and available ONLY through Previews. The done-in-one tale features the band Recalcitrant Jones and the Deadbeats from Cronin's popular Students of the Unusual comic series, announced Indie Comics Magazine Editor Gary Scott Beatty.

"Throughout the years in Students of the Unusual, Terry has proven himself to be a versatile short story writer, a skill sadly lacking in many of today's comic books," said Beatty. "When he sets out to write comedy, like in the Recalcitrant Jones and the Deadbeats stories, Terry strikes the right chord."

Film producer and director, dermatologist and film festival program director Terry Cronin fills his Students of the Unusual comic series with horror tales based on the myths, legends and history of his home state of Florida. "Terry knows how to misdirect readers so plot twists are real surprises," said Beatty. "That technique works well in straight up horror, fantasy or comedy."

Art in the Indie Comic Magazine tale is supplied by Steve Mack. His retro cartoon style is well suited to a story about a super group of dead rockers.

Terry joined forces with Pat Martin, Jeff Hall and Bob Lizek to create 3 Boys Productions, responsible for the annual Melbourne Independent Filmmakers Festival. The team is now producing Adventure Chefs, a reality show where contestants hunt, forage and gather food to prepare fine dining for judges. Terry's new Skinvestigator books follow the murder investigations of dermatologist Doctor Harry Poe.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine will feature full stories from many independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. Terry Cronin books can be bought at http://StudentsOfTheUnusual.com.

Indie Comics Magazine is 64 pages of the best story and art from today's independent comic book creators. No huge overprint, no digital version, no online sales or subscriptions, February's Previews is the ONLY way comic readers can get Indie Comics Magazine #2! Information about Indie Comics Magazine is online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Hamtramck Idea Men in the New Indie Comics Magazine #2

Indie Comics Magazine Editor Gary Scott Beatty recently announced Michael Marcus and George McVey will contribute a done-in-one space adventure to Indie Comics Magazine #2. The book is available ONLY through pre-order at your local comic book shop through February's Diamond Comic Distributors' Previews catalog.

Marcus and McVey are the Hamtramck Idea Men, a creative arts partnership whose projects range from the comic books Pulp Dreams and IF-X to game designing to the fine arts. Both organized the Southern Michigan Arts and Creativity Conference, a gathering of artists, writers, fashion designers, crafters, and musicians in the Detroit, Michigan area.

Marcus, as editor for IF-X, is known for putting creators in touch with each other and offering his diverse talents to make projects happen.

McVey's Pulp Dreams stories “Terra 2920” and “Portal Prime” are currently in negotiations over film and television rights. He takes commissions for custom silk-screening work and several upcoming books feature his illustrations.

"Michael and George are the very definition of indie," said Beatty. "They are prolific in their output, firm in their commitment to publishing and a key team to know if you're part of the Michigan independent comic scene."

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine will feature full stories from many different independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included with the stories so readers can easily seek out more of the creators' work. More Hamtramck Idea Men information is online at idea-men.us.

Indie Comics Magazine #2 is available ONLY through the Previews order magazine at your local comic shop. Issue #1 is available for preorder NOW in January's Previews. Issue two will be offered in February's Previews. Information about Indie Comics Magazine is online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Activist Alonzo Washington's Characters to Appear in New Indie Comics Magazine #2

Omega-7 Publisher and Activist Alonzo Washington will contribute to Indie Comics Magazine #2, announced Editor Gary Scott Beatty. The book is available ONLY through pre-order at your local comic book shop through February's Diamond Comic Distributors' Previews catalog.

Washington, through Omega-7 Publishing, offers comic books to make a difference in the real world, change negative imagery of black men in the media, challenge the press to cover abducted African American children, and address health issues.

With Omega Man and the Galactic Zone of African-American Super Heroes, Washington addresses social issues in full color comics. The Indie Comics Magazine story features art by Johnny Johnson.

Washington has been known to paint over gang graffiti, march on drug houses, challenge corrupt policemen and aid hate crime victims. He has helped police agencies solve homicides and missing person cases. His America’s Forgotten Children publication helped close the Precious Doe missing child case.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine will feature full stories from many different independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included with the stories so readers can easily seek out more of their favorite creators' work. Alonzo Washington can be found at Omega7.com.

Indie Comics Magazine #2 is available ONLY through the Previews order magazine at your local comic shop. Issue two is offered in February's Previews.

Issue #1 is available for preorder NOW in January's Previews. Information about Indie Comics Magazine is online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Spy Guy Creator Mike Kitchen to Appear in the New Indie Comics Magazine

Indie Comics Magazine Editor Gary Scott Beatty recently announced Canadian Mike Kitchen will appear in Indie Comics Magazine #2, available only through pre-order at your local comic book shop through February's Diamond Comic Distributors' Previews catalog.

Mike Kitchen is the creator of Spy Guy, a hard-boiled funny book telling the story of an undercover Toronto city cop. Published through Ultraist Studios, the initial series of Spy Guy one-shot comics consisted of Spy Guy: Bootleg, Spy Guy: Minis and Spud & Harry #1. In the summer of 2009, Mike released Spy Guy #1 (of the Unlimited Series) which also launched as a part of Indy Comic Book Week 2009.

In mainstream media, Spy Guy appeared in Superhero Movie's convention battle sequence and Mike was featured in an interview on TV's Electric Playground.

In addition to his comic work, Mike has animated for feature films (Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within, Hellboy, Constantine, 9) and video games (Halo3, Halo ODST). Mike's blog journal can be read and his comics are available online at http://ultraist.net.

Each issue of Indie Comics Magazine will feature full stories from many different independent comic book creators, said Beatty. Short biographies and contact information are included with the stories so readers can easily seek out more of their favorite creators' work.

Indie Comics Magazine #2 is available ONLY through the Previews order magazine at your local comic shop. Issue two is offered in February, 2011's Previews. Information about Indie Comics Magazine is online at http://indiecomicsmagazine.com.

Indie Comics Magazine #1 is available ONLY through January's Previews in comic shops NOW! No huge print run, no digital version. January's Previews is the ONLY way comic readers and comic shops can get their hands on issue one.