2012 Fall Book Tour for Not The Israel My Parents Promised Me

Posted by on Oct 11, 2012 in Art, Comix, Education, Press
2012 Fall Book Tour for Not The Israel My Parents Promised Me

Autumn is here, which means mean it’s time for my fall book tour to kick into high gear. So far, many of the reviews of the graphic novel have been positive. While a few zingers are out there, I am glad that the book is finding an audience at last. In September I attended Baltimore […]

Not The Israel My Parents Promised Me Promo Tour

Posted by on Jun 28, 2012 in Comix, Press
Not The Israel My Parents Promised Me Promo Tour

After four years of development and the passing of my collaborator and friend, my second graphic novel is about to drop. On July 3rd, 2012 the book will be available to all. It’s a bittersweet time that also marks two years since Harvey’s passing, so it’s a strange mix of pride and sadness. I hope […]

My Harvey Year- Part IV

Posted by on Mar 24, 2011 in Comix

As you may know, I am currently working on one of the last books by Harvey Pekar. People often ask me, “How do you work with someone if they’re…well dead?” The answer is obviously complicated and wrapped up in some emotions. Harvey and I started this project in 2007, we went through two different scripts before we […]

I’m A Little Hedgehog …

Posted by on Jul 25, 2010 in Uncategorized

It’s been a rough few weeks. Life has gone a bit haywire and I’m now seeking balance and focus to move forward. The wise words of my friend Avi, reminded me of the wisdom of hedgehogs, their indomitable focus, and their record for success. The book I am working on with Harvey Pekar is moving forward and […]

My Harvey Year: Part III

Posted by on Jul 12, 2010 in Uncategorized

I just got the news. I’m actually shaking as I type these words. My role model, my friend, and my collaborator is gone. We hadn’t spoken in a week because of the 4th of July holiday. I was planning on calling him this afternoon to discuss pages 65-100 of the script. I miss your voice […]

My Harvey Year – Part II

Posted by on Jun 11, 2010 in Comix

The untitled graphic novel that I am working on with Harvey Pekar is moving along nicely. Working with Harvey is a pleasure. He calls me about once or twice a week to check in and/or read me new versions of the script. He’s always gracious on the phone and I am always smiling when I […]

My Harvey Year

Posted by on Feb 5, 2010 in Comix

Last week at this time I was meeting Harvey Pekar at the Cleveland Heights Public Library on Lee Road. We sat in the front foyer by the vending machines and the books that were for sale. Harvey introduced me to Carole, one of the librarians. He encouraged me to look over the books and assured […]