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Debby Downer + Nikki Pinups!
Hey everyone. Whew, what a week it's been! π So, you know that storm Debby that was all over the news? Well, she decided to play havoc with my plans. I was traveling for work and got caught up in a series of delayed and canceled flights that turned my quick trip into a nightmare. I finally made it back to sunny California this morning.On top of that, I started a new job last week (exciting, but phew, talk about stress). So between the new job and my unexpected extended vacation courtesy of Debby, I'm a behind schedule.Here's the d...
Maid for Life + Half Sisters - Dramatis Personae, Part 1
Here's Part 1of the "dramatis personae" for both Maid for Life(Sandy's origin story) and Half Sisters. The part covers allof Maid for Life - and is over 5,000 words! π«’The characters are listed βin order of appearance.β That is, when they show up in the comics.The goal of this document is to serve as both a quick reference guide and to provide more detail on the backgrounds and motivations of the characters. There's also a lot of new information on each character's history that will hopefully enhance your reading e...
August's Pinup + Schedule
It is HOT! π₯΅ And I'm not just talking about the crazy weather here in California!This month's pinup is Kendra! She's channeling "the bride" from Kill Bill on the suggestion of my friend Jade. You can bet she has a lot of revenge to seek! Do you think she deserves any kind of redemption for her crimes against her daughter?This month we'll be finishing Anywhere but Boring- at least for the present! I've really loved getting to know Dylan through his/her story and I hope you have, too. πIf you would like to see mo...
Half Sisters - Episode 54
Sandy has to choose whether to help push Nikki into femininity. Meanwhile, Nikki has to navigate a traffic stop as a pretty young woman with a driver's license that says she's not!Phew! This episode is another long one - almost a double episode - and now my brain is kinda fried. But I had a complete "thought" I wanted to finish during the switchover from Sandy to Nikki. πI can't wait to get these two girls back together. Season 2 was about their growth while separate, but they have so much to learn from each other!I can&#...
The Catch - Chapter 8
Yay! Chapter 8 of The Catchis here! This chapter is again filled with incredible writing and character development by Alyson. Antonia is definitely becoming more of a force in Anthony's life - and he's starting to recognize just how much he enjoys being her!Like with the previous chapters, Alyson has prepared a PDF, an epub, and a RAR file containing HTML + images so you can pick how you'd like to read it:PDF β Full chapter, text and images.EPUB β Full chapter, text and images. You can upload this to your Kindle, read it on your...
Reader's Choice Pinup + Bonus!
Cindy was the winner of the pinup poll. π She's feisty and angsty all in one package!But I also decided to create a Sandy pinup. I had a certain image in mind based on the fun activities she and Josh indulged in during their two weeks together. πThey're big files so, as always, download them if you want the high-res versions!
Reader's Choice Pinup
For this month's pinup, I thought it'd be fun to feature one of the side characters who hasn't had one before!Cindy from Homecoming:Lauren from Half Sisters:Gina from Jack & Jill:
Anywhere But Boring - Part 3
The continuation of Anywhere but Boring!Dylan has to choose between coming clean, breaking his contract, or transitioning for real! Here's a link to PART 1and PART 2!I'm sorry this is a day late. I had an unexpectedly busy week and Part 3 also became much longer. But I'm having lots of fun with Dylan's story. πCan't wait to read your thoughts! Next month, we'll have the conclusion of Dylan's story withPart 4 & 5!
Half Sisters - Episode 53
We are in a transition period...I'm sorry this episode is a little late. This week has been insane for me. Let's hope this is a better one!That said... This was a very fun episode to write / make the art - I really love some of the panels!I can't wait to read what you think! And if you're a Nikki fan, don't worry. She'll be back in the next episode. π
Anywhere But Boring - Part 2
The continuation of Anywhere but Boring!As the show begins filming, Dylan realizes he's in way deeper than he ever intended. He's trapped in a role that may be his ticket to fame...as long as he doesn't mind walking the red carpet in heels.Can't wait to read your thoughts on Part 2!And Part 3 will be out later this month!
Phase 9, Part 6 Bonus Pinup / Desktop Wallpaper
Anyone need a new desktop wallpaper? Jill can keep you company while you work on your computer! πThe full resolution (download below) is 2560 x 1440!
Jack & Jill - Phase 9, Part 6
Connor awakens with a big pair of problems... π23 new pages of Jack & Jill for this episode. I can't wait to read your thoughts!EDIT:I changed the image for page 23... I didn't like how it came out!
Nikki Fanart by Fraylim!
My friend Fraylim, who has illustrated many great stories, created a piece of Nikki fanart for the Fourth of July. I just had to share it!Isn't she looking patriotic? π
July Pinup + Schedule
July's long days and hot nights are here! πFor this month's pinup, I chose Akari - one of Holly's "coven" members - who we just met in the last episode of Jack & Jill.Sometimes trees need felling on the Clinic 12 island!As you can see, the month's schedule is a bit different. There are no captions. Instead, I'm focusing on Anywhere but Boring.Captions are fun, but I want to make more stories which are longer than a caption but shorter than an epic comic. This month, we'll have Part 2 and Part 3 of Anywhere but...
Jack & Jill - Phase 9, Part 5
Tensions are escalating on the island between the "toymakers" and the coven... all right before the Coming Out dinner!Last episode, Davis set his eyes on Brooke(who we first met at the end of Phase 8 on the yacht) as a replacement for Kendra... Will he get away with taking her as his new bride? Or will the "coven" (Holly's group of handlers who train the companions) have something to say about it?Meanwhile, Jill was on her way to see Connor...Lots going on in this episode - I can't wait to read your comments! πP.S. We...
Anywhere But Boring - Part 1
The start of a new series!I love all my characters and comics, but sometimes I have stories I want to tell that require more than a caption, but less than a whole epic comic series.This is an attempt to tell one such story. Dylan's take will be self-contained and finished in about 4 or 5 parts.If you like this format, I'll do more in the future - so please let me know what you think! π
Welcome to Summer Pinups - Bonus!
A few of you said you'd wished Kendra had been included in this summer's beach pics. And since our former Second Dawn member just had anothermajor change in her life, I decided to oblige!Thank you to everyone who voted in the poll! π
Jack & Jill - Phase 9, Part 4
We have 25 new pages of Jack & Jill! Phase 9 is only just getting started, but we already have a lot of plots up in the air. I hope you enjoy the multiple characters!This part has more "world-building" than is usual, with a bit of glimpse into the workings of Second Dawn.Oh, and you'll see some fallout from that Half Sisterspoll, too... πI can't wait for your thoughts! β€οΈ
Welcome to Summer 2024 Pinups!
The girls of summer are here! Jill may be the undisputed Queen Beach, but the other girls are holding their own. Who's your favorite this year? And who would you want to spend a whole day (and sunset) at the beach with? π
Mentor
Learning the ropes from someone who knows every knot. π
Demotion
Once the man of the house, now the maid of the manor...I may or may not have thinking of a certain poll while writing this caption. π
Episode 52 Pinup + Poll!
Few people know that Mr. Davis is not only a self-proclaimed sociopath, but also a self-proclaimed music lover. His wife, Kendra, has accompanied him to many concerts and operas - and Davis makes sure she never needs to wear the same gown twice!The question is... Will you separate this 'happy' couple? πThat is, will Mrs. Ferris agree to Xu's terms / veiled threat? Keep in mind, Mrs. Ferris only recently promised Sandy that there will be no more lies or secrets between them!P.S. The image is much larger if you download the attachm...
Invasive Species
Nature finds a way.I thought of this as, "What ifThe Last of Us,but feminization?"Just like the fungus in the game was based on reality, this caption is also based on a real feminizing parasite.When a female Sacculinais implanted in a male crab, it interferes with the crab's hormonal balance. This sterilizesit and changes the bodily layout of the crab to resemble that of a female crab by widening and flattening its abdomen, among other things. The female Sacculinathen forces the crab's body to release hormones, causing it to act...
Half Sisters - Episode 52
Reunions aren't always happy, and they're alwayscomplicated.Okay! I'm very happy with these 24 new pages in Episode 52 of Half Sisters.I don't want to say too much since there's a few twists and turns in this episode (believe it or not π) but I can't wait to hear your thoughts!There will be a story poll posted following this episode - I bet you'll be able to figure out what it is.... πEDIT: Updated dialogue on Panel 19 that was missing!
Turnabout
He used to wear the pants in the family - not anymore!
June Pinup + Schedule
Summer is officially here! And Nikki is definitely excited about it - despite what her face might say. πThe schedule for June is a little bottom-heavy because I'll be traveling for a wedding in the middle of the month. That's also why we needed to pause The Catch for the month.But there's still a lot of exciting stories in the works! We'll first resume with Half Sistersand see "Mister" Ferris' return to the scene of his crime with Davis and Xu. Why did Mrs. Ferris call for this meeting? Hm.Then we'll have fun ...
Half Sisters - Episode 51
Sandy and Josh enjoy the night, while Mrs Ferris receives a visitor...With episode 51, Half Sistersis officially over 1,000 panels! πThis was another very fun episode to write. Sandy and Josh are really cute together, even as they continue to work through their feelings for each other. Right now, at least, the physicalpart seems to be in good shape!As for Mrs Ferris - she's receiving what she asked for at the end of Episode 38, regarding the fate of her husband which was revealed (and shown) in Episode 40!(Just in case anyone needs a ref...
Sorority Secrets
Be careful who you pretend to be.I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that this idea flew into my brain while I was reading Zoe Storm's "To Own the Libs",which has a similar premise. You should definitely check out Zoe's novel. She's an incredible writer and it's a really fun and emotional story! π
The Catch - Chapter 7
Chapter 7 of The Catchis here!Alyson is firing on all-cylinders with this chapter - as always. I had such incredibly fun creating the art for "Antonia" and her veryeventful first day at Lincoln-McCain! πLike with the previous chapters, Alyson has prepared a PDF, an epub, and a RAR file containing HTML + images so you can pick how you'd like to read it:PDF β Full chapter, text and images.EPUB β Full chapter, text and images. You can upload this to your Kindle, read it on your phone, etc.RAR β Full chapter, text and images. U...
Chemical Bliss
A happy accident! π
