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23Dec/22

Looking back at 2022

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2022 in Review

As have done the last four years, I’m going to spend some time looking back at what Silverline did in 2022. Before I dive into that, please hear me say THANK YOU VERY MUCH for all the support you have given us this year—it is greatly appreciated. And as cliché as it sounds, we really couldn’t do this without you.

Re-reading that, I can’t believe that ’22 marks the end of our fourth year. 2019 doesn’t seem THAT long ago, but indeed the first “year in review” was done in December of 2019 (https://silverlinecomics.com/news/silverline-review-of-year-1/) In that review we talked about the website—which was launched June of 2019, the Facebook page-which had 1370 likes and 1377 followers, and the new Silverline section on IndyPlanet!

2020 in review we talked about the live stream we launched in March. In less than three months, our numbers had grown so much we launched a 2nd day/time and had weekly streams on Sunday and Wednesday. We started streaming to Facebook, Youtube, and Twitch, all of which we still do. If you had backed any of our kickstarters (and still lived at the same address), you received a Christmas card from us that year. You would be surprised at the number of them we had returned to us.

2021 in review the new stuff we mentioned was our discord channel and our podcasts. We produced a Christmas Special that year (limited # of copies still available—if you want one, just email us for details) and to this writing, I think it’s one of the coolest things we’ve done!

As I type this, our Facebook page has grown to 2.2k likes and 2.3k followers, so we’ve added about 1000 (https://www.facebook.com/SilverlineComics) – maybe go like and follow if you haven’t already. Our Silverline youtube channel has 274 subscribers (https://www.youtube.com/silverlinecomics) — would still like to push those numbers up, so please go subscribe if you haven’t already. It’s free! The Silverline Twitch channel has 76 followers (https://www.twitch.tv/silverlinecomics) and the Twitter is hanging around 393 (https://twitter.com/SilverlineComic) please consider following if you have the blue bird. We’re on some of the alternate platforms as well, but the activity on those platforms is very minor at this point.

Kickstarters delivered 14 comics in 2022!

That’s right, we ran six kickstarters in 2022. Starting in January, we ran one every other month. March saw us increase from two comics to three, September we did four, and then November saw us attempt five in one kickstarter. That one didn’t make. As we reported there, we were bummed, but not terribly so because we want to make sure we keep pushing and trying new things.

This brings Silverline’s total output to 37 comics since 2019. Yup, thirty-seven. What, you need a list? Okay then:

Beah #1; Beyond the Stars #1; Bloodline one-shot; Cat & Mouse #1-3; Divinity #1-2; Friar Rush #1-2; Kayless #1-4; Kayless Vol 1; Kayless: Achilles Has Landed #1; Krey RemiX #1; The Obsoletes #1; The Rejects #1; The Scary Book RemiX #1; Silverline Christmas Special; Silverline Team-Up #1; Sirens RemiX #1-2; Sniper & Rook #1; Steam Patriots #1; Switchblade RemiX #1-2; Teen Beetle #1-2; Tony GN; Twilight Grimm #1-4; White Devil #1; Wolf Hunter #1.

Comics

Looking back on the three past “upcoming this year,” I thought I’d take a peek and see what we said would happen, but didn’t. I probably should not do that so that it doesn’t put a spotlight on that…but as you know, we try to be fully transparent with you!

We hit all our marks in 2020 and 21.

In 22, however, we said we would deliver these books and did not do so: Cat & Mouse #4, Divinity #3, Beah #2, Silverline Team-Up #2, White Devil #2, Knight Rise #1, Shadow Ghost #1, Satin’s Ways #1, Demon’s Tails RemiX #1. To be fair, we said we hoped to deliver 22 comics and did deliver 14—could have delivered 19 if we hadn’t cancelled our last kickstarter, and Divinity #3 was one of those. So, we don’t look at these as failures, simply delays.

Streaming

We’re still streaming thrice weekly, but our big news is that we tossed our hat in with a bunch of other indy comic making folks and joined the COMICS MADNESS network. Pops Van Zant has done an awesome job of assembling a bunch of quirky comic type folks and getting them all together to create an indy-comics channel. Believe it or not, it’s saved us some monthly subscription money and has increased our eyeballs at the same time. Please consider watching and subscribing!

Website change

As I write this, we’re working to revamp our website. We’re going to change it to be more of a display site than a blog. As is, the blog is the emphasis (Tim TK has done a wonderful job, don’t you think?), but if we can do what we want to do, the website will focus more on the comics we make and we’ll add a store to it.

Thus, this will be our last official blog post. To get more of this content, you need to subscribe to our email list. I’ve already written the first one that will include a what to look for in 2023 and so you need to subscribe to know what’s coming up!

If you’re already subscribed–great! If you aren’t, you can do so here:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/silverlinecomics/jan23

And remember to

#makeminesilverline

23Aug/22

New Book Alert! Spooky Season!

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Hey there Silverline family!

We have a new Kickstarter about to launch! This one is all about spooky books! If you’re like me and never outgrew your goth phase, then this one is a can’t miss.

Follow this project so that you get notified when it goes live and you can snag those limited rewards.

If the link above does not work copy and paste this url: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/silverlinecomics/horror?fbclid=IwAR04z5BhMjpKgeWh1OCdkruPGbOJ_L1_xDh3snRdbNqoSr_F7fzFNh1OzIY

24May/22

Kickstarter Funded: Science Fiction Extravaganza

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Hey there Silverline fam! You did it again! Another Kickstarter is fully funded. The Silverline Science Extravaganza has finished its run on Kickstarter and is getting ready to migrate to your mailboxes. If you weren’t able to get your order in quite yet, that’s alright. Soon enough, these titles will be available through the Silverline storefront on Indyplanet. But you will still have to wait until after the backers get their copies and you won’t get as many copies. (You also won’t get as many goodies.)

If you backed the Silverline Science Fiction Extravaganza be sure to keep an eye on your email, and also your Kickstarter message center. You should be receiving an invite to complete a survey soon. That survey is crucial as it allows us to make sure your books get to you. We want to make sure you get exactly what you ordered in the way that you ordered it. To do that, we need you to make sure we get it right. Fill out the survey to confirm your name and shipping info and make sure we know what bonus goodies you ordered.

Right now, those of you who backed Wolfhunter/ Sirens should be getting your flipbooks in the mail. Be sure to tell us what you think on our socials! We love to hear from you guys. The Instagram and Twitter posts of people opening their copies have been great to see. That coupled with knocking this Kickstarter campaign out of the park has made our week.

If you were looking forward to either of those titles but did not get a chance to preorder during the Kickstarter campaign, don’t fret. Those should be in our online store any day now. While you’re there you can also catch up on any titles you missed (I recommend Divinity).

This marks our 18th successfully funded Kickstarter! Our Kickstarters are old enough to vote in the US! We hope that you stay with us as we continue to grow. Soon enough, we’ll have Kickstarters 19 and 20, and 21, soon enough it’ll be off to college and falling in love. We’re still talking about crowdfunding right?

Make sure you’re following all the Silverline Socials as well as all our creators so that you don’t miss out on the next chance to preorder a Silverline comic. Each Kickstarter comes with juicy exclusives (juicy ‘sclusies?) and fans have told us they love them. Especially our collector’s bookmarks.

We’ll see you on the next Kickstarter, and hopefully, we see your name on the Thank You Page. Until next time,

Make Mine Silverline!

10May/22

Kickstarter Alert! It’s AAAALLIVVVVEEEE!

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Hey there, Silver Fam!

You heard that right folks! We’re doing some dark science! Using the power of technology we’ve brought the dead back to life! Or at least have brought another Silverline Classic back to print with another Remix.

It’s not alone either. We are launching two brand spanking new titles at the same time. For a total of three, you head me right, THREE books in one Kickstarter campaign. Remember a Silverline Kickstarter is essentially just the preorder with a chance to get some extra goodies. Psssst, it also really helps the analytics so if you back it, that tells us you want more.

These are some truly dope titles, and I really can’t recommend them enough if you are fan of Sci-Fi.



From the far future of the year 1992, comes Krey!

When a band of mutant warriors attack a human tribe, a young human boy is taken alive. Given the name “Krey,” he is raised with the very mutants who killed his family. as the young boy grows, he desperately wants to be a warrior and join the men in war. When humans attack his village, he just might get that chance.

Krey #1 RemiX is science fiction/fantasy; full color, 25 pages. It is part 1 of a five issue mini-series. This comic is completely finished. Roland Mann – writer; Steven Butler – penciller; Ken Branch – inker; Jeremy Kahn – colorist; Nick McCalip – letterer.



Brand new, and from the brain of my friend Wes, and featuring art from my Tuesday co-host Aaron, The Obsoletes!

When a group of grizzled intergalactic prospectors are accidentally thrust 20 years into the future, they’re faced with a very different reality. The world they knew is unrecognizable and their profession has changed, becoming more deadly than ever. But rather than ride off into retirement, the crew of roughnecks sets out to prove that they’re still the best in the game… even if they are a little obsolete.

The Obsoletes #1 is science fiction/action, full color 22 pages, is the first of a four issue mini-series. The comic is completely finished! Wes Locher – writer/letterer; Aaron Humphres – penciller; Jose Fuentes – inker; Haley Martin – colorist.



If a space opera is more of your jam, than Beyond the Stars might be for you!

When a galactic spanning entity threatens the Empire of Man, Haven’s corp of Science-Warriors is called upon to save mankind. Led by Kal, a fearless servant of the All Mother, and Prof. Yonel Travane, an expert on lost alien races, their team will sacrifice all to challenge this unimaginable horror from beyond the stars.

Beyond The Stars #1 is science fiction/action; full color, 22 pages. It is the first of a six issue mini-series. The comic is completely finished. Ron Fortier – writer; Andrea Bormida – artist; Mike W. Belcher – letterer.

Again, I can’t recommend these books enough. If you like sci-fi you need these on your shelf. There is something for everyone and again, this is a rare occasion for Silverline with three books for offer at the same time.

Please check it out, (give our analytics team their data) and get yourself some dope comics.


Until next time, Make Mine Silverline!

12Apr/22

Upcoming Kickstarter Alert

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Hey there Silverline Fam!

Only got time for another quick one this week. But we won’t need a blog where we’re going. That’s right, we’re headed back to the (comics) future!

Silverline has an upcoming Kickstarter that you can pre-save, right now! It’s a Science Fiction Extravaganza as we release a collection of 3 books with a sci-fi twist. This collection has some classic and some all new content for your reading pleasure!

This laser-fight-party will feature a Beyond The Stars, Krey, and Obsoletes. If you enjoy long walks on the moon or cantina folk jazz, then this is a can’t miss!

If you backed Wolf Hunter/Sirens Remix, we are working on getting those out of the print cycle and into a mailbox near you soon! Make sure you completed your Kickstarter survey, so that we can send it to the right mailbox!

If you want to help us keep the comics train rolling, head on over to the page for the Sci-Fi Extravaganza and hit that Notification Button.

Until next time, Make Mine Silverline!

05Apr/22

Quick Update – Kickstarter Survey

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Just a quick update this week!

Make sure to check your email! If you backed the Kickstarter for Sirens #1 Remix and Wolf Hunter #1, you’ll have received a few emails from Kickstarter to complete the survey. This survey is SUPER important. This allows us to collect your shipping address as well as the name you want us to put on the thank you page. If you want your name to be correct and your book to actually be sent to you, you need to complete this survey.

Your regular scheduled can resume when everyone, and I mean EVERYONE has completed their survey. So get to it soldiers. Up and at ’em!

15Mar/22

NEW KICKSTARTER ALERT! Wolf Hunter #1 and Sirens #1 Remix

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Hey there Silverline Fam!

We’re back at it again with another Kickstarter. One that it looks like you guys were prepared for, because we funded over the weekend! In fact you guys got us over 50% before the first official day! Holy cow, thank you all so much!


Obviously I have some bias here, but I think this is a really good pair of books. Wolf Hunter is my first comic book and has been rattling around in my brain for a few years. Honestly though, the artists working on this project really made it their own and elevated Wolf Hunter to a level I couldn’t imagine. AJ Cassetta, John Martin, and Martin Murtonen went really hard on this one. Of course I also have to mention the veteran Mike W Belcher on letters, without him my dialogue written would be literally worthless.

I really believe this is one spy thriller that is not going to look like any other out there.

If you didn’t know, Wolf Hunter is a spy story set in World War 2. The story starts during the Blitz and our hero, RAF Group Captain James Willard gets shot down and is heavily injured. Instead of being rehabbed and sent back to the front, the powers that be have other plans. Willard has a knack for insight in an age before forensic psychology. When a suspected German spy threatens the Allies most critical scientific mission, Churchill himself decides to make use of Willards talents to detect and neutralize the threat.



If you like Murder on the Orient, Tinker Taylor Soldier Spy, or are just a fan of the technology of WW2, this is the book for you.

The other book up for preorder is Sirens #1 Remix. Like our previous Remix, this is a comic that was originally released a few decades back but has been retouched and colored for a more contemporary look. Sirens is a story set in the vibrant New Orleans during Mardi Gras. The story follows investment broker Jeff Dalmer who has an unfortunate whirlwind romance with Lois Neville, a Loup-Garou. The end result is Jeff slowly turning into a zombie. He’ll have to beat the clock to find Lois and break the curse, or live the rest of his life as a sack of rotting flesh.

Sirens features an all-star team of Sid Williams (Writer), John Drury (Penciller), Chuck Bordell (Inker), Barb Kaalberg (Colorist), Brad Thomte (Letterer). All of these names have appeared on the covers of several comics over the years. It really is a supergroup of talent and it shows in the quality of each page. I would recommend the work of each one of these artists individually. To have them all together on the same project, makes it a must-have.

Added points, Brad Thomte also designed the logo for Wolf Hunter.

If you’ve never backed a Silverline Kickstarter, let me break it down in crayons. Both books are finished. You’re not backing some idea in development or a promise that at some point we’ll make the book. We’re not those guys. Each pledge is a form of pre-order. When you select a pledge tier (digital, physical, retailer, or Completist) you are preordering that item. What Kickstarter allows us to do is conveniently package and track extra goodies for everyone who wants to order before it goes to our online storefront. We can add in stretch goals for additional rewards, or you can order extra add-ons without having to hunt them down and add them to your cart.

Shortly after the Kickstarter campaign we get the books from the printer and start shipping. Around that time you’ll get an email asking to confirm your details. Make sure you check your email and complete this survey. Otherwise we may not be able to get your order to you or your name may be incorrect in the thank you page. That’s right, if you preorder, your name gets immortalized in the actual book.

We’re already halfway to our first stretch goal, some really sick bookmarks. Honestly these designs are great. And of course the Wolf Hunter book mark is impeccably British. Who knows what we might add for the next level or two of stretch goals. I’m not not saying that a haunted house tour with Dean, Tommy, and myself is a possibility.



Make sure to check out the Kickstarter for Wolf Hunter #1 and Sirens #1 Remix. We’re already funded so each additional backer just gets everyone one-step closer to some additional goodies.


Be good out there!

Make Mine Silverline!

05Jan/22

A Look Into 2022

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What’s in store for Silverline for 2022?

The best laid plans of mice and men, right? While we’re going to go through with this post, it’s offered with the full knowledge that this may change as the year progresses. Heck, it may even change by next week. Still, hopefully this will give you a general idea of where we’re headed and what’s up for this new year.

What Silverline books should we see KS in 2022?

If you’re making plans for your comic reading in 2022, we’d be honored if you include Silverline in your plans; we’re planning to KS every other month. So, Jan, Mar, May, July, Sep, and Nov. There will be no three months in a row this year as that just about killed us—well, at least Roland! OUCH. So, those of you who work with some pretty strict budgets, make note of those months on your calendar!

Which books, you ask? Well, as you know, we don’t kickstart them until we’re done, but based on production status as of this post, here’s a list of the 12 comics we expect we’ll crowdfund this year (in no certain order):

  • Rejects #1
  • Sniper & Rook #1
  • Cat & Mouse #4
  • Wolf Hunter #1
  • Divinity #3
  • Obsoletes #1
  • Beah #2
  • Silverline Team-Up #2
  • Trumps #3 and #4
  • Teen Beetle #2
  • White Devil #2
  • Twilight Grimm #4
  • Knight Rise #1
  • Shadow Ghost #1
  • Satin’s Ways #1
  • Kayless (V2) #1
  • Capetown #1
  • Demon’s Tails #1 ReMix
  • Switchblade #2 ReMix
  • Pendulum #1 ReMix
  • Sirens #1 Remix

So…yeah, as you can see, that’s more than 12 comics. So, it really just depends on which ones get finished first. We DO know which one will launch next week: Rejects #1 and Sniper & Rook #1 (vol2, the introduction of SNR into the Silverline world). In fact, you can SIGN UP TO BE NOTIFIED ON LAUNCH by going to this link (please do this if you will): https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/silverlinecomics/sr1r1

The Rejects

Rejects is one of those projects that has been on the stove for some time in one form or another, but it really came to life when C. Michael Lanning signed his name on the dotted line in 2020 (yes, it has taken THAT long to make it happen!). C. was coming off another project that ended up going nowhere, and while his pencil work there was good, the work he did on Rejects seemed truly inspired. We think you’re going to be truly amazed at it!
Rejects is a story about a team of Rejected superheroes who want to earn recognition. Roland Mann is writing, Thomas Florimonte is inking, and Haley Martin is coloring.

Cover pencil art by C.Michael Lanning

Sniper & Rook

Yes, THAT Sniper & Rook! Long time fans of S&R will be happy to hear of their return.

Jack Barton (Sniper) and Rebecca Paige (Rook) blast back into comics in their roles as undercover, covert military operatives serving the United States of America directly under the command of decorated General Davis Jefferson. From the United States to the Soviet Union to Japan, and from political theater to mythical creatures to historical coverups, their previous missions have not only spanned the globe, but have also traversed genres. Their newest mission may very well take them further than ever before in both regards .

“Sniper & Rook: Area 50-wha??” chronicles the tale of their mission to the most well known top secret location ever – Area 51 – and launches our duo full-force into a confrontation that’s been over 75 years in the making, ever since the “weather balloon” crashed in Roswell, New Mexico .

Sniper & Rook: Area 50-wha?? #1 is science fiction/superhero, full color 24 pages, is the first of a three issue mini-series. Silverline is proud to be the publisher that ushers in their return and introduce them to a whole new set of readers. This issue is just the first of many, and we can’t wait for you to see what the future holds for them.

Cover to upcoming Sniper & Rook

Streams

In the works are two new streams that we hope to be presenting in the coming weeks. One will be limited in the number of weeks and will be more educational (making comics!), the other will be more fun, but a little different. More on that as we can tell you more, but we’re always trying to create more content for you!

New Projects

If you are a regular watcher of our streams, you’ve likely gotten sneak peaks as some of the upcoming material and/or have heard us talk about them. Since this time last year, we’ve added these titles to our ever-growing line-up:

  • Knight Rise
  • Shadow Ghost
  • Obsoletes
  • Silver Blade
  • Sol Ascendant
  • Rochelle, the Teen Cockroach (v3)
  • Kayless (v2)
  • Beyond the Stars

Special Items for 22

We produced a Signature Book that debuted at Christmas of ’20, and had it with us the entire year. In ’22, that book will be a little different as some faces will rotate off and new faces will rotate in, but the concept will be the same. We’ll have a different colored cover to help you know the difference (and us, too).

Whew…that’s it for now. Hopefully you’ll tune in as you can to the streams to watch as these projects take shape.

Thank you all for the wonderful support you continue to give. And remember to

#makeminesilverline