January 2012

That's a special birthday pin-up and the "nose cone art" of Titania Lyn as Cherry Bomber.  It's drawn by the book's artist - Patricio Carbajal.  I've seen the first three pages of the book and they are amazing.  Titania also has a guest appearance as a super villainess in the upcoming More Tentacle Love starring Isobel Wren and drawn by Philo.  The artwork for that is also coming into the Pickle Press office and it's phenomenal.

I'm a punk rock editor...

I was recently named the "punk / alternative rock" editor of Outlaw Magazine.  I'm in charge of reviewing all the weird music submissions they get.  None have showed up at my doorstep so far, but I'm keen to start reviewing.  I plan on sending in a review of AMC's new show Hell on Wheels soon. 

I'm also writing a lot of short stories nowadays.  Some of these are paying gigs, so they take precedence over comic book scripts.  That's not to say I'm ignoring my comic book projects.  I hope to have at least four new comics out in 2012. 

Rare Akira Lane signed copies of The Galactrix #1 for sale...

I have 10 copies of the photo cover and nine of the artwork cover of The Galactrix #1 signed by Akira Lane for sale. I got them signed by Akira at GlamourCon Chicago. These copies go for $15.00 for the photo cover and $10.00 for the artwork cover. I'll sign them for free. The photo cover edition of the book is rare, and these signed copies are even rarer. Don't miss your chance to get one.


My next convention is...

Horror Hound Columbus March 23-25, 2012.  Jay Fife, April Hunter, and I will be there.  I'm still hoping to talk Michelle Shields, pro-wrestler / model Rain Maxson, Nicole McClain, and Tim Vigil to come to the show.  Watch this space and my blog for more details.  I've updated my convention schedule for next year.  You can check it out below.  As you can see, it's short.  I'm confirmed for two shows in the spring and I have two tentative shows planned for summer.  My work schedule next year will be more accomodating to fall shows than summer shows.  Some of the fall shows I attend haven't announced their dates yet, so I'm holding off on announcing any fall appearances just yet.  I'd like to attend the B-Movie Celebration and the Erotic Authors Association conference next year (both usually in September) as well as KokomoCon (which is usually in October).  I'm even debating a road trip to Richmond, Virginia in November for their one-day show (mainly because I think I could talk Isobel Wren into working the show with me).  I may work a lot of one day shows next year.  I'll have a lot of Sundays off in the summer, so look for me on Sundays to at least be attending your favorite show.

Don't forget the Pickle Press blog...

I keep the Pickle Press blog more often than the website here (although I've been remiss lately), so be sure to check it for more photos and weekly updates of my various projects and convention appearances.

Book news...

I've lettered all but two pages of Code Red #2.  As soon as those pages are colored, I'll knock out the final lettering and then format some gorgeous pictures April sent me for the book.  Then, it's off to the printer to have it ready for Horror Hound Columbus. 

There are updates on the Titles page in the "Future Titles" section.  Look for the UPDATED! or NEW! markings.

Looking for work or more about me?

If you are a penciller, inker, and/ or colorist, please feel free to check out the "Future titles from Pickle Press" part of the Titles page for job opportunities with Pickle Press.  I will post the current state of various projects that need drawn, inked, and/or colored.  If you're looking for work with Pickle Press, that will be the place to find it.  

You can use the links below to find out more about me and my various projects and the people with whom I have created these things.  I hope you will continue to support Pickle Press and indie comics.


The official Pickle Press blog - Weekly updates on Pickle Press projects and other ramblings.

Living for the End - My blog about me living like the world really will end in 2012.

@NikHavert - My Twitter page.

Nik's 2012 convention schedule

March 23-25th: Horror Hound Weekend  - Columbus, OH (confirmed)

April 21-22nd: SPACE - Columbus, OH (confirmed)

July 8th: Days of the Dead - Indianapolis, IN (tentative)

August 12th: Wizard World Chicago / Flashback Weekend -  Chicago, IL (tentative)