EPISODE · Jan 28, 2024 · 1H 40M
Fantastic places and grief: Tom King talks ‘Helen of Wyndhorn’
from AIPT Comics · host David Brooke
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What this episode covers
The AIPT comics podcast is back, and this week, writer Tom King joins the show to discuss Helen of Wyndhorn. We get into the inspirations of this fantasy epic that delves into grief, working with artist Bilquis Evely, and so much more! We also talk a bit about Batman. Don't miss this insightful chat, and don't forget to preorder Helen of Wyndhorn, which is out March 30th, and FOC is this weekend!
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