EPISODE · Jun 13, 2023 · 56 MIN
Jay Cooper and Jim Hoover
from The Illustration Department Podcast · host Giuseppe Castellano
Giuseppe Castellano talks to Jay Cooper (New York Times Best-Selling Illustrator and Executive Creative Director at Serino Coyne) and Jim Hoover (Senior Art Director at Penguin Random House) about the making of The Last Comics on Earth; what children’s publishing hasn’t fully figured out yet with graphic novels (hint: money, time, reviews); what selfishness has to do with achieving a work/life balance; and more.To learn more about Jay, visit jaycooperbooks.com. You can find Jim on LinkedIn.To purchase The Last Comics on Earth, visit penguinrandomhouse.com/books.Artists mentioned in this episode include: Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, Chris Dickey, John Byrne, and Frank Miller If you find value in this podcast, consider becoming a paid subscriber on Substack, or a supporter on Patreon. On either platform, you will gain access to bonus episodes we call “Extra Credit”—among other perks and benefits. | Visit illustrationdept.com for offerings like mentorships and portfolio reviews, testimonials, our alumni showcase, and more. | Music for the podcast was created by Oatmello. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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