This helps promote the AC Collector's Edition books

CHRISTMASTIME has come upon us once again this year. Are you all prepared? Gotten all your gifts yet? If you’re anything like me, I usually wait til the last minute to go Christmas shopping, and I generally end up getting everyone stuff that they don’t like nor will appreciate and will have tossed in the nearest receptacle before Valentine’s Day!

Well, why don’t you put a smile on some of your favorite folk’s face by bestowing upon them one of life’s greatest gifts: reading material!

Books were always my favorite gifts during the yuletide season. I finally had something that would last my voracious reading appetite for awhile. It’s time for you to pass that feeling on to the bibiliophiles in your life.

And save some money just for ordering!

To date, there are three different ADDANAC CITY DELUXE COLLECTIONS you can choose from:

ADDANAC CITY: Eight Million Stories

This book consists of 80 FULL-COLOR pages which collects some of the most-popular stories in the Addanac City mythos. You can’t go wrong with this “portable version” of webcomics.

I selected the Uncle Jack saga, which features Jack’s introduction, his time on the lam from the law, his re-capture, his time back in jail, his trial, his meeting of Calethia, his second escape from prison, and his traveling whereabouts as Jack stays a half-step ahead of the authorities.

Also included in the collection is Hank’s Zombie City storyline and the full-length Christmas In Addanac City tale. I also threw in AC #200, #300, #400, #500, and all of the holiday super-sized comics. I included the introduction of Ren Murphy and his brief romantic relationship with Christie Anderson.

There are also quite a few of the mini-stories added in for good measure. Oh, and lest I forget, the 1 year Anniversary mega-sized comic is in there too, not to mention a few decent stand-alone gag strips.

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ADDANAC CITY: HARD TIME: THE LIFE AND LEGEND OF THE BOLL WEEVIL

Have you ever wished you could go back in time? Well, Hank Addanac, the star of ADDANAC CITY, has found just a way to do it.

With the help of his sometime-friend, Esteban Ruiz, Hank embarks on a journey that takes him all throughout the spectrum of time as he attempts to discover his family history in the year 1990.

This deluxe 120-page, FULL COLOR tome collects all of the comic strips that ran from May 2010-September 2010.

Will Hank prevail during his journey, or will the epic war between the town’s super-hero, Boll Weevil, and the resident villain, This Guy lead to the end of everything Hank knows and loves? Find out in this super-powered comic collection which also includes some author insights and loads of extra comics from the popular web series.

If you’re an ADDANAC CITY fan (or just a reader of comics in general), you don’t wanna miss this must-have collection. Order now!

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ADDANAC CITY: COMICS FOR KIDS

This book is a collection of kid-friendly comic strips taken directly from the popular ADDANAC CITY website. These strips were hand-chosen by series creator, George Ford, to be safe and funny for your children.

This collection is 80 pages of FULL-COLOR fun! So, whether you’re young, or just young-at-heart, this book will make a great gift to anyone who loves and appreciates good, clean humor!

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Check out the Preview Box below to read a few sample pages of AC: COMICS FOR KIDS. You can also get previews of some of the other books on the Blurb site while you’re ordering.

Addanac City: Comics For Kids by George Ford | Make Your Own Book

Now, if you’re ready to place your order for some of the funniest comic entertainment around, be sure to use the Promo Code provided below to save 10 whoppin’ dollars! That’s a lotta Doritos, my friend.

*Offer valid through November 30, 2011 (11:59 p.m. local time). Receive USD $10.00 off product totals. Minimum purchase is USD $29.95. This offer is good for one-time use, and cannot be combined with other promotional codes, volume discounts, gift cards, or used for adjustments on previous orders.

AC Fan Art by MC/Curtis and Jen Hernandez

Look at what I got in an email last weekend! MC/Curtis and Jen Hernandez sent me some very cool artwork of Hank Addanac.

I love the way they incorporated eternal fussbudget, Lucy Van Pelt from Peanuts, and resident bully, Nelson, from The Simpsons fame! Hank is truly in some bad company indeed.

MC/Curtis and Jen create the goofy and exciting webcomic series ButterSword. ButterSword embraces the genres of science fiction, fantasy, comedy, drama, thriller, horror, and everything else you can dream about. It’s an amalgamation of pure entertainment.

I’ve been reading BS for a few months now, although the series does have a lengthy and extensive history and archive. I’d advise you to check out the efforts this talented duo offers twice a week!

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I’m proud to announce that I am part of a project that involves many talented webcomic creators. It’s a cookbook called “Webcomics: What’s Cooking?” and it boasts recipes featuring a lot of major webcomic characters. I was fortunate to get myself and Hank invited to participate. The project is the brainchild of TGT Media’s Kurt Sasso and “1977: The Comic‘s” creator, Byron Wilkins. Here’s a rundown of what the project is all about. The info comes directly from its most recent press release:

“What started out as a simple idea of doing a cookbook based around webcomic characters has blossomed into a full fledged campaign to help raise money for the hungry in North America. “Webcomics: What’s Cooking?” is that cookbook that will feature dozens and dozens of recipes from popular webcomic creators showcasing a variety of recipes from Breakfast to Dinner and a few things in between!

The cookbook will feature a full page, custom created comic from each participating artist along side a favorite dish or beverage.

From Alien Cupcakes to Alamo Queso to Chicago style Deep Dish Pizza to Oreo Truffles, you are sure to find a dish that will satisfy your hunger.

The concept behind the cookbook is “Feed Your Family, Feed the World”. You purchase the cookbook and receive all these wonderful recipes to create for your family or friends and the proceeds from the project go to Canadian and American National Food Banks to help feed those in need. You couldn’t ask for a better combination. Satisfy your hunger and those in need as well.

The book is still available to celebrate the Holiday season. With the help of sponsors and your orders, the proceeds of this not-for-profit cookbook will bring thousands of needy individuals and families a good meal and more, hope.

The webcomic community has really gotten behind this cookbook to help these National Food Banks; Not only with their amazing recipes, but also their creative talent in showing that can have fun as artists and bringing their individually unique creative styles.”

Not a bad deal, huh?

I’m honored to be among the mighty who contributed to this worthy cause and effort. Here’s a small clip of a panel from the page I designed featuring Hank and his parents in the kitchen.

So please, help do your part, and order this book. Give a helping hand to those who may not be able to help themselves this year.

AS AN ADDED INCENTIVE: If you order a copy of this amazing cookbook today thru the end of October 2011, you can save 7.5% on your purchase price by using this specially-constructed coupon code at checkout:

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If you order in November 2011, you can still save 5% on your ordering by using the special coupon code above!

I thank you in advance for helping to support such a good cause!

This is some new AC Fan Art that was recently sent to me by a friend from back home in Virginia. Thadyus Thaxton has been a huge supporter of myself and ADDANAC CITY since the day he discovered this weird little comic.

We communicate often and bat around artistic ideas. I really do like this piece of art. To see more of Thadyus’ amazing work, visit his Facebook Art Album page. Thanks again for the art, T!

HANK artwork by Thadyus Thaxton of South Boston, VA

I don’t know how many of you out there are also avid comic book readers (particularly super-hero comics published by Marvel and DC), but I was a mega-fan while growing up. I collected nearly everything these two companies had to offer.

One series that I liked in particular was Dr. Strange. He was Master of the Occult, and I have always been fascinated by magic and sorcery, so this series was thoroughly entertaining for me.

I was messing around doodling this past weekend and decided to draw a picture of ADDANAC CITY’s favorite #2 dad, Harvey Addanac, as Dr. Stephen Strange. I hope you can appreciate it and enjoy. Let me know what’cha think when you get a chance!

August has been quite an uh…August month around here in ADDANAC CITY. I’ve had lots of new readers take the time to stop by, comment, then return for more of the ridiculous hi-jinks that occur here. I’m eternally grateful that you gave AC a chance, and that eventually, you liked what you read. Without you, this would be a very lonely place.

One reason August is such an incredible month is that this upcoming Wednesday, August 24, 2011, I will be presenting ADDANAC CITY’s 900th comic strip! 900 comics! If I didn’t have piles and piles of the original strips laying around hither and tither, I wouldn’t believe I had created so many.

I recall penciling the first AC comic vividly. I had no idea that I’d still be having fun creating this series 900 comics later. And I, personally, think the comic just gets better as time goes by. The constant practice of drawing, writing, and thinking each day is enabling me to bring you better stories and art.

Wednesday’s 900th comic is a triple-sized bonanza that features Hank and his dad as they check out dad’s latest purchase. You know when father and son hang out there’s always a guarantee of sparks flying.

Another reason you can catch me doing The Cabbage Patch today is because the very next day after AC’s 900th strip appears, it’s time to celebrate AC’s 3rd Anniversary Special!!! I don’t know how these two historic events fall just a day apart, but it just makes it even better. I’m partying like it’s 1989!

Addanac City has made it to Year Three. That’s like dog years in the webcomic world. A lotta comics that premiered when Addanac City started don’t even exist anymore (lemme pour out a lil’ Red Bull for my homies who ain’t here). It takes a combination of having a hard-head, just enough talent, and an obsessive nature to be able to continue making a webcomic series for virtually no monetary compensation.

But I’m not complaining at all because I’m getting what I want of this right now: Creative freedom. You allow me to create the stories I wanna make, the ones I would like to see. Then I get to share them with friends I know and friends I haven’t met yet.

That’s what I love about this right now. You all get to check out what I’ve created and tell me your thoughts about the situations and how you feel about what’s transpiring. Plus, I get constructive criticism from all over the world, not just from the people in my household. What more could a guy ask for?

So, if you would be so kind, take a few minutes on Wednesday and Thursday and check out my milestone events. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed.