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EPISODE · Aug 26, 2026 · 25 MIN

(Ep: 109) Deep Cuts, Big Hearts, and Giant Swords: Barb's 4th Book!

from Vermont Artists & Authors · host Barney Smith

In this episode, we’re joined by returning guests Dan Abdo and Jason Patterson, the creative duo behind the hit middle-grade series Barb the Last Berzerker. Book 4 is here, and we go deep into what makes a great villain, how emotional threads (like Barb’s dad!) shape the story, and what happens when the dust settles after a big fantasy war. It’s a conversation about humor, heartbreak, and heroism that’ll resonate with readers young and old. #BarbTheLastBerzerker #DanAbdo #JasonPatterson #MiddleGradeComics #GraphicNovelCreators #ComicBookInterview #StorycomicPresents #BarbBook4 #BerzerkerSeries #KidLitComics Storycomic Logo designed by Gregory Giordano See more of Greg’s work at: https://www.instagram.com/gregory_c_giordano_art/   Want to start your own podcast?  Click on the link to get started: https://www.podbean.com/storycomic   Follow us: Are you curious to see the video version of this interview?  It's on our website too! www.storycomic.com www.patreon.com/storycomic www.facebook.com/storycomic1 https://www.instagram.com/storycomic/ For information on being a guest or curious to learn more about Storycomic? Contact us at [email protected]   Thank you to our Founders Club Patrons, Michael Winn, Higgins802, Von Allan, Stephanie Nina Pitsirilos, Marek Bennett, Donna Carr Roberts, Andrew Gronosky, Simki Kuznick, John Holland, Maureen Devlin, and Matt & Therese. Check out their fantastic work at: https://marekbennett.com/ https://www.hexapus-ink.com/ https://www.stephanieninapitsirilos.com/ https://www.vonallan.com/ https://higgins802.com/ https://shewstone.com/ https://www.simkikuznick.com/ https://www.dieboldcomics.com/ https://www.maureendevlinauthor.com/ https://benjaminhunting.com/ https://www.rootstockpublishing.com/ https://www.pigmacast.com/ Also to Michael Winn who is a member of our Founders Club!

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