New Birdcage Bottom Books logo!

I didn't think a logo could make me so happy, but this one is so adorable I just want to squish it!

While redesigning our website (I designed the current one, but I feel we're outgrowing my limited abilities), old pal & graphic designer extraordinaire Michael Lassiter threw in what he calls a "logo refresh" but I think could be more accurately dubbed a "logo overhaul". He designed the original logo, so don't worry about anyone's feelings being hurt. I didn't think he could improve on the original, but I stand happily corrected.

Please check out his other fine work here: mlassiter.com

I can't wait to see what he does with our website (hoping to have it operational in September when the Digestate anthology has it's soft release).

Audio interview on Teenage Wasteland

Alec Berry of Teenage Wasteland podcast was kind enough to do an interview with me for his show. Then I went and ruined it by being mono-tone and saying "um" and "ya know" a lot. At least I got to give a few shout-outs to some fantastic folks (Michael Lassiter, Supertalk Industries, et.al.)

If you're a glutton for punishment, you can listen here:
(note: there are reviews of two superhero comics before my interview)

Shout Out: Michael Lassiter

I'm not giving this next shout-out to Michael Lassiter for being one of the few people to actually read this blog (as evidenced by his frequent comment postings), but for his incredible talent for graphic design. Now, I certainly don't claim to be an expert on graphic design. In fact, it's definitely one of my weaker points in my own work. That said, I know what I like and I like Mike. His stuff is clean, succinct and all about functionality. He's not trying to wow you with fireworks, he's imparting the knowledge you need in a pleasing package.

I first met Lassiter in Austin, TX at an animal welfare protest of some sort (fur?). We clicked immediately. In fact, after we initially met until the time he moved away, we were rarely apart. Along with our third Muskateer, Paul Petersan, we could only assume others assumed we were a gay triage or something. Initially, we mostly hung out and played music together. It was only later that I discovered his penchant for design. Now I bug him whenever I need graphic design or typography advice.

He's won some awards & honors lately recognizing his talent, and I'm sure he'll win more. Check his work out. It doesn't disappoint.