Isaac Swindle
@iswindle.bsky.social
Comic book editor and Master of Publishing graduate from Portland State University. Editor/Letterer of The Pacific Northwest Disaster Guide from Ooligan Press.
Current: Bookseller at Powell’s Books
isaacdswindle.com
Current: Bookseller at Powell’s Books
isaacdswindle.com
Well I was just laid off from my brand new position as a Used Book Buyer at Powell’s.
January 23, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Well I was just laid off from my brand new position as a Used Book Buyer at Powell’s.
I’m am unreasonably excited about the new Fury of the Firestorm series from @jefflemire171.bsky.social and Rafael De Latorre! If DC really wants to print money, they need to give Alex Ross a blank check to make some Firestorm covers.
January 16, 2026 at 3:21 AM
I’m am unreasonably excited about the new Fury of the Firestorm series from @jefflemire171.bsky.social and Rafael De Latorre! If DC really wants to print money, they need to give Alex Ross a blank check to make some Firestorm covers.
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PORTLAND: First Friday Office Hours are this Friday, Dec 5ᵗʰ, 4-6 PM at Books with Pictures! @bkswpicspdx.bsky.social
Show me 6-8 pages of comics storytelling and I'll give you honest feedback based on my 30 years in comics. Details in the thread linked below: bsky.app/profile/stev...
Show me 6-8 pages of comics storytelling and I'll give you honest feedback based on my 30 years in comics. Details in the thread linked below: bsky.app/profile/stev...
I'll tell you what works, what doesn't, how to tweak a panel for clarity or impact, tips for saving labor- the sort of advice your teacher at a comics class might offer. I'm not there to hire you, or read your pitch, or introduce you to a publisher. I'm there look at the pages you've drawn.
December 2, 2025 at 8:37 PM
PORTLAND: First Friday Office Hours are this Friday, Dec 5ᵗʰ, 4-6 PM at Books with Pictures! @bkswpicspdx.bsky.social
Show me 6-8 pages of comics storytelling and I'll give you honest feedback based on my 30 years in comics. Details in the thread linked below: bsky.app/profile/stev...
Show me 6-8 pages of comics storytelling and I'll give you honest feedback based on my 30 years in comics. Details in the thread linked below: bsky.app/profile/stev...
Waiting to hear back after a #comics job interview is always so stressful. The “could this be the time I finally break in?” is at war with the deep-seated imposter syndrome.
November 19, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Waiting to hear back after a #comics job interview is always so stressful. The “could this be the time I finally break in?” is at war with the deep-seated imposter syndrome.
With the upcoming release of Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray’s Jonah Hex: All-Star Western Omnibus (10/28), I wanted to reshare my mockup for their wildly underrated 2005 series. I have an application in for a Collected Editions editorial position at DC Comics and it is my absolute dream role. (1/3)
October 24, 2025 at 9:55 PM
With the upcoming release of Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray’s Jonah Hex: All-Star Western Omnibus (10/28), I wanted to reshare my mockup for their wildly underrated 2005 series. I have an application in for a Collected Editions editorial position at DC Comics and it is my absolute dream role. (1/3)
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Don’t forget to pre-order the new GEIGER DELUXE HARDCOVER, collecting issues #1-9 of the hit ongoing @imagecomics.com series!
October 24, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Don’t forget to pre-order the new GEIGER DELUXE HARDCOVER, collecting issues #1-9 of the hit ongoing @imagecomics.com series!
I applied for this job last night and it’s quite literally my dream job. I wrote my master’s thesis on how to use DCUI to lower the risk when published expensive collected editions in hopes of putting that research to use here!
October 15, 2025 at 2:02 AM
I applied for this job last night and it’s quite literally my dream job. I wrote my master’s thesis on how to use DCUI to lower the risk when published expensive collected editions in hopes of putting that research to use here!
Hey! I work here! I had a great time talking with one of my favorite comic book creators at work this week! Go buy this book!
Took the kids to @powells.bsky.social and was reminded how awesome Powells is. Thank you for highlighting our new crime comic MASTERPIECE! if you loved us on Daredevil... @alexmaleev.bsky.social @darkhorse.com @danielchabon.bsky.social
October 14, 2025 at 5:23 AM
Hey! I work here! I had a great time talking with one of my favorite comic book creators at work this week! Go buy this book!
Here are a few of my current displays for Powell’s at Cedar Hills Crossing! I’m always working to highlight some of the biggest titles and names in comics while encouraging readers to support local bookstores! First up: Batman Day featuring @therightram.bsky.social @tomking.bsky.social and more!
September 21, 2025 at 4:51 AM
Here are a few of my current displays for Powell’s at Cedar Hills Crossing! I’m always working to highlight some of the biggest titles and names in comics while encouraging readers to support local bookstores! First up: Batman Day featuring @therightram.bsky.social @tomking.bsky.social and more!
I’m up for an exciting Assistant Editor position at a comics company. I’m incredibly eager to hear back soon. Really eager for what is, hopefully, the next chapter of my comics journey!
September 16, 2025 at 7:14 AM
I’m up for an exciting Assistant Editor position at a comics company. I’m incredibly eager to hear back soon. Really eager for what is, hopefully, the next chapter of my comics journey!
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Check it out- I’m a fan of @marcofinnegan.bsky.social art
Read the entire first issue of Oni Press's supernatural mystery series CALAVERA, P.I. as the four-issue trade hits shelves everywhere.
Exclusive: Read The Entire First Issue Of CALAVERA, P.I. Here
Read the entire first issue of Oni Press's supernatural mystery series CALAVERA, P.I. as the four-issue trade hits shelves everywhere.
dlvr.it
September 9, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Check it out- I’m a fan of @marcofinnegan.bsky.social art
Come by the @powells.bsky.social booth at #RCCC to check out these incredible signed, limited edition Blueberry by Moebius hardcovers! Come hold comics history from one of the masters!
September 6, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Come by the @powells.bsky.social booth at #RCCC to check out these incredible signed, limited edition Blueberry by Moebius hardcovers! Come hold comics history from one of the masters!
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Hell yeah! @stephanon.bsky.social has made a dedicated Bsky feed of all the Rose City Comic Con guests & Artist Alley attendees! Pin to you feed and keep up with what’s happening at the con! Cc @rosecitycc.bsky.social! #rccc
bsky.app/profile/did:...
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Hello @rosecitycc.bsky.social peeps! As an effort to promote the wonderful folks who made it over to Blueksy, I wanted to share this list of #RCCC guests. I did my best to add every guest and #ArtistAlley attendee to this, so folks could keep up with each other at the con. bsky.app/profile/did:...
September 5, 2025 at 3:56 AM
Hell yeah! @stephanon.bsky.social has made a dedicated Bsky feed of all the Rose City Comic Con guests & Artist Alley attendees! Pin to you feed and keep up with what’s happening at the con! Cc @rosecitycc.bsky.social! #rccc
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Looking forward to seeing a bunch of emerging Portland comics artists today at First Friday Office Hours.
Books With Pictures. 4-6-PM. 1401 SE Division. See you there!
@bkswpicspdx.bsky.social
Books With Pictures. 4-6-PM. 1401 SE Division. See you there!
@bkswpicspdx.bsky.social
PORTLAND: First Friday Office Hours are back! This Friday, May 2nd, I'll be at Eisner-winning comic shop Books With Pictures at 1401 SE Division, 4-6PM, giving professional feedback on your comics art.
@bkswpicspdx.bsky.social Details for how it works in the linked thread. Any questions, ask here!
@bkswpicspdx.bsky.social Details for how it works in the linked thread. Any questions, ask here!
You show me 6-8 pages of comics storytelling. I'll give you feedback based on my 30 years in comics. What works, what doesn't, how to tweak a panel for clarity or impact, tips for saving labor- the sort of advice your teacher at a comics class might offer.
May 2, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Looking forward to seeing a bunch of emerging Portland comics artists today at First Friday Office Hours.
Books With Pictures. 4-6-PM. 1401 SE Division. See you there!
@bkswpicspdx.bsky.social
Books With Pictures. 4-6-PM. 1401 SE Division. See you there!
@bkswpicspdx.bsky.social
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What if... comics AREN'T doomed?!? Despite doomsaying from many, fan confidence (and sales) in comics keeps improving, according to market trends.
Details here: www.thepopverse.com/comics-prana...
Details here: www.thepopverse.com/comics-prana...
Fans are buying more comics as sales jump 20% year-on-year for the second year in a row
New comics industry data and retailer conversations show strong Q1 sales and growing enthusiasm for new lines like Skybound/Hasbro's Energon Universe and DC's Absolute.
www.thepopverse.com
April 14, 2025 at 5:32 PM
What if... comics AREN'T doomed?!? Despite doomsaying from many, fan confidence (and sales) in comics keeps improving, according to market trends.
Details here: www.thepopverse.com/comics-prana...
Details here: www.thepopverse.com/comics-prana...
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doing duo lingo english lessons, because I need a win right now
April 8, 2025 at 5:48 PM
doing duo lingo english lessons, because I need a win right now
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I can now officially say that Absolute Martian Manhunter, thanks to your overwhelming response, has been extended to 12 issues. @javierrodriguez.bsky.social and Hass and I are all super excited. Every issue will be by the same creative team, no fill ins. :) It's going to be great.
March 27, 2025 at 2:45 PM
I can now officially say that Absolute Martian Manhunter, thanks to your overwhelming response, has been extended to 12 issues. @javierrodriguez.bsky.social and Hass and I are all super excited. Every issue will be by the same creative team, no fill ins. :) It's going to be great.
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The latest @comicbookyeti.com interview, with #FredFordham, illustrator, and #TheoDownes-LeGuin, son of the late, great #UrsulaKLeGuin, covers the absolutely gorgeous rendition of #AWizardofEarthsea. It was an honor to learn more of her legacy in conversation.
www.comicbookyeti.com/post/a-wizar...
www.comicbookyeti.com/post/a-wizar...
A WIZARD OF EARTHSEA Returns in Resplendent Form, through the Care of THEO DOWNES-LE GUINE and FRED FORDHAM
Interviews Editor, Andrew Irvin, welcomes Theo Downes-Le Guine and artist Fred Fordham to discuss their efforts envisioning Ursula K. Le Guin's classic novel, A Wizard of Earthsea, in graphic novel fo...
www.comicbookyeti.com
March 27, 2025 at 7:28 PM
The latest @comicbookyeti.com interview, with #FredFordham, illustrator, and #TheoDownes-LeGuin, son of the late, great #UrsulaKLeGuin, covers the absolutely gorgeous rendition of #AWizardofEarthsea. It was an honor to learn more of her legacy in conversation.
www.comicbookyeti.com/post/a-wizar...
www.comicbookyeti.com/post/a-wizar...
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Ok I didn’t expect us to get so many responses actually LMAOO I’m probably gonna close this form tomorrow morning 😃 thank you to everyone who has volunteered so far!
Are you an independent comic book creator? Have some self published comics you wouldn’t mind donating for a cool independent project? Fill out this form! 😃#TheComicShopSeries
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Seeking Indie Comic Creators for 'The Comic Shop' Series!
Hey there, indie comic creators! We're currently filming The Comic Shop, a quirky, indie comedy about a Black-owned comic store in LA, and we want to showcase indie comics as set dressing for our show...
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March 26, 2025 at 3:18 AM
Ok I didn’t expect us to get so many responses actually LMAOO I’m probably gonna close this form tomorrow morning 😃 thank you to everyone who has volunteered so far!
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Got to do another cover for DC! This time for Zatanna issue 5 (I think)!! 🪄🐇
March 21, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Got to do another cover for DC! This time for Zatanna issue 5 (I think)!! 🪄🐇
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It's a morphinomenal final pre-order weekend, with some serious heat for your pull list! Be sure to order our latest and greatest, plus a blast from the past!
Full Lineup: boomstud.io/FOC
Full Lineup: boomstud.io/FOC
March 21, 2025 at 5:47 PM
It's a morphinomenal final pre-order weekend, with some serious heat for your pull list! Be sure to order our latest and greatest, plus a blast from the past!
Full Lineup: boomstud.io/FOC
Full Lineup: boomstud.io/FOC
Really glad that these editions are selling well. Readers value value in this day and age and compact editions are an excellent way to provide it.
How successful is DC's Compact Comics line? It outperformed all of Marvel's collected editions based on the top 20 sales charts of all 2024 sales from bookstores -- and it was only available in the last half of the year. More: www.thepopverse.com/comics-dc-co...
DC's Compact Comics line is a comics' new sales juggernaut, as 7 months of sales overshadow pretty much all other Big Two superhero sales in booktrade
DC's Compact Comics line is selling more than Marvel's entire output in bookstores in 2024, according to year-end top 20 sales charts.
www.thepopverse.com
March 21, 2025 at 5:33 AM
Really glad that these editions are selling well. Readers value value in this day and age and compact editions are an excellent way to provide it.