This week’s spotlight interview is with Timmy Heague, co-writer of Lost Fantasy #9, and is especially revealing, not just because of the wild hooks (Nazi dinosaurs, bazooka swords, monster hunting), but because of the unique vantage point he brings as both a writer and a longtime comic shop owner. That dual perspective shapes everything, from how he thinks about audience expectations to how stories are built to connect on the shelf.
This interview goes far beyond Lost Fantasy #9. Timmy Heague digs into his unlikely path from comic shop owner to working writer, how collaborations with Curt Pires and Franklin Jonas actually function behind the scenes, and why being on the retail front lines gives him a sharper read on what fans want than most creators. You’ll also hear about the realities of breaking in, the push and pull of co-writing, and the mentors who helped shape his voice. It’s part origin story, part industry insight, and a candid look at how comics really come together.
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AIPT Comics Podcast Best Books of the Week:
Dave:
- MAD About DC #1 (Various)
- Lands Unknown: Uri Tupka and the Gods (Mike Mignola)
Chris:
- Royals #1 (Derek Kirk Kim, Jacob Perez)
- Daredevil #1 (Stephanie Phillips, Lee Garbett)
Standout KAPOW moment of the week:
Chris: Bizarro: Year None #1 (Kevin Smith, Eric Carrasco, Nick Pitarra, Michael Garland)
Dave: Venom #256 (Al Ewing, Carlos Gomez)
In our Judging by the Cover segment, Dave loves Kris Anka’s Black Cat #9 cover, while Chris can’t get over Ryan Stegman and Frank Martin’s Iron Man #4 cover. Check out both below.
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