Preorder Book 2 Right Now!

Have you heard? SMASH BOOK 2: FEARLESS is coming out in trade paperback and hardcover editions on May 9, 2018!

The long-awaited trade paperback edition of SMASH BOOK 1: TRIAL BY FIRE will go on sale then, too! To make sure you get your copy in time, preorder it right now!

Just ask your favorite local comic book store to order your copy using one of these ordering codes:

MAR181377 — Book 2 trade paperback
MAR181378 — Book 2 hardcover
MAR181379 — Book 1 trade paperback

They'll be happy to make sure your copy is waiting for you the day it comes out!

Welcome to 2018—The Year of Being Fearless!

We're so excited that SMASH BOOK 2: FEARLESS is dropping May 8, 2018!

As we approach the publication date, we'll have lots of previews, behind-the-scenes peeks, giveaways, and other goodies to whet your appetite. Check back often and let us know what you think!

Presenting... SMASH Book 2: FEARLESS!

We're thrilled to announce that SMASH Book 2: FEARLESS will be published on May 8, 2018!

Here's your first look at the cover. And the publisher blurb:

Superhero. Super young. Super freaked out! In his second adventure, Smash has his hands full with old enemies and a few new ones — not to mention homework.

Thanks to a strange twist of fate — and a massive explosion — Andrew’s dream of having the strength and abilities of his superhero idol came true, and Smash was born. Great, right? Wrong! As superhero Smash, Andrew finds himself in a losing battle with the one emotion no hero should ever feel: fear. And he definitely didn’t count on becoming the prime target of Magus, the vilest supervillain of all time, who will stop at nothing to steal Smash’s powers. It’s going to take Andrew everything he’s got to conquer his fears, safeguard the city, keep his identity a secret . . . and pass the fifth grade.

SMASH Book One Is Back In Print!

After selling out the first print run of our all-ages graphic novel, SMASH: Trial by Fire, we're pleased to announce that the second printing is available now! You can buy it at your favorite independent bookstore or order it online here:

Amazon
Barnes & Noble
Indie Bound
Powell’s

And iust a reminder of how critics feel about the book:

School Library Journal:

[A]n action-packed crowd-pleaser….The full-color artwork is full of kinetic energy....Smash pays homage to the genre while adding tweaks that make it all feel fresh. This is sure to be a draw for superhero fans and reluctant readers alike.

The Horn Book:

Mixing humor with action makes for a winning combination; a vivid palette and classic comic book-style greatly enhance the graphic novel package.

2014 Children’s Choice Book Awards:

The comic book art and fast-paced story hooks readers in the first of a new series.

Good Comics for Kids:

Kids and adults can enjoy this superhero title that’s filled with humor, action, and art that makes it a fun ride for everyone.

100 Scope Notes blog:

There’s no shortage of superhero graphic novels, but Smash: Trial by Fire is more well done than most….[I]t’s full of drama, humor, and seriously thrilling action sequences. To summarize: kids are going to love it.

This Week's Webcomic Comes Early!

We're so excited about this week's page of our SMASH webcomic that we couldn't wait until Tuesday to share it. So here it is, a day early!

SMASH Sells Out!

The sad news: you won't be able to order a copy of our graphic novel, SMASH: TRIAL BY FIRE, for a little while. That's because of the good news: our first printing is completely sold out!!!

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Thanks for helping us sell out!

Have no fear, a 2nd printing is on the way, hopefully in August. In the meantime, you can keep reading the free weekly adventures of Smash at our webcomic: smashcomic.tumblr.com

Kyle and I wish to extend our grateful thanks to everyone who has supported SMASH and helped make it such a huge. We couldn't have sold out without your help!

New & Improved Patreon Rewards!

We're adjusted our Patreon rewards so there are more delicious goodies for readers who pledge $5 or more! Check out the treats below -- and if you're so inclined, support SMASH on Patreon.

With the money you pledge, we can keep making SMASH webcomics till the internet closes its doors and bids everyone a fond adieu.