Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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This week on the Next Issue Podcast, we’re joined by Jamie S. Rich—Editor-in-Chief of Ignition Press, acclaimed comic writer, and former editor at Dark Horse Comics, DC Comics, Oni Press, and IDW.

Jamie shares the story behind launching Ignition Press, discusses his new romance comic The Dog Sitter, reflects on decades in the comic industry, and explains why creator-owned comics are entering an exciting new era.

📚 In this interview we discuss:

* 🐶 The Dog Sitter and writing a modern romantic comedy
* ❤️ The resurgence of romance comics
* 🚀 Building Ignition Press from the ground up
* 🎨 How Ignition Press recruits top creative talent
* 📖 Creator-owned comics vs. corporate comics
* 🏢 Working at Dark Horse, Oni Press, DC Comics, and IDW
* 🎬 Comics as film and television adaptations
* ✍️ Favorite comics and creative inspirations
* 📚 Love and Rockets, Grendel, Watchmen, X-Men, manga, and more
* 🔥 Upcoming Ignition Press projects including Minotaur, Rampant Swine, Air Walker, and more
* 🎤 Advice for aspiring comic creators and editors

If you love comic book publishing, creator interviews, independent comics, or want a behind-the-scenes look at how great comics get made, this conversation is packed with insight.

💬 Which Ignition Press title are you most excited to read? Let us know in the comments

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