About this episode
Gregory interviews writer Jimmy Gaspero about his first graphic novel, discussing its unique themes and publishing journey.
Gregory welcomes writer Jimmy Gaspero to the podcast to talk about creating his first graphic novel, Penny and the Yeti. They discuss how Jimmy only pitched the book to one publisher and they said yes, and why he decided to create what looks like a children's book about fighting parents. Pick up your copy of Penny and the Yeti wherever graphic novels are sold. Transition clips are from Harry and the Hendersons (1987) - https://youtu.be/Kk_SepF-v2k?si=BzErnFAH8vZnhpov Buy us a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/superpulpscience Follow the gang online: https://www.instagram.com/gmbchomichuk/ https://www.instagram.com/chasingartwork/ https://www.instagram.com/chadwickginther/ GMB Chomichuk’s online store…
People in this episode
Host: Gregory
Guest: Jimmy Gaspero
Topics covered
- graphic novels
- publishing
- children's books
- storytelling
- art
Keywords
- graphic novel
- Penny and the Yeti
- Jimmy Gaspero
- children's book
- publishing
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Harry and the Hendersons
Books & works: Penny and the Yeti
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