Third Sea Ghost Action Figure Winner Announced

Nemo Publishing announced the final winner of its Sea Ghost action figure contest. Nick Katerelos of Astoria, New York is the winner of the third super-limited-edition Sea Ghost action figure prototype.

The Sea Ghost is an aquatic superhero featured in Jay Piscopo’s graphic novel series “The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli,” published by Nemo Publishing and now stars in his own comic book "The Sea Ghost #1" offered in January Diamond Previews. More at www.TheSeaGhost.com.

Katerelos was selected at random from hundreds of people who purchased Commander X Mego-style action figures between Dec. 15, 2008 and Dec. 15, 2010. All customers who purchased Commander X figures during that time were automatically entered into the final drawing. These eight-inch collectible Commander X action figures are available exclusively at www.captneli.com.

More about Commander X:
In December 2008, Nemo Publishing released its first limited edition Mego-style action figure of the retro hero Commander X. There are six variants in this collection (Golden Age Commander X, 1950s Commander X, Western Knight, Barbary Knight, Archer Knight, and an all new Undersea Knight) and more variants will be released in 2011.

Commander X is an integral character in “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” graphic novels. This collectible figure is created in a retro-style reminiscent of figures made by the Mego Corporation in the 1970s. Piscopo is working with Paul Clarke, known as “Dr. Mego,” to create this collection.

More about Sea Ghost: Sea Ghost is an aquatic super hero with a long career fighting evil above and beneath the waves.

"The Sea Ghost #1" features A and B covers of this aquatic superhero. This story is written and illustrated by Jay Piscopo and includes a pin-up by legendary illustrator Ramona Fradon.

36 Pages | Full Color | $3.99
Diamond Code: JAN111269
www.TheSeaGhost.com

The story of this avenging spirit is revealed in "The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli" Vol. 2 (Diamond Code: AUG084227 | ISBN 978-0-9817132-1-2).

In Vol. 1 and Vol. 2 of "The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli," fans also meet the Sea Raider, who is the Sea Ghost's former identity during WW II ("Capt'n Eli" Vol. 1 Diamond Code: JAN111270 | ISBN 978-0-9817132-0-5).

The Sea Ghost returns in "The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli" Vol. 3 which will be released this spring.

Commander X-Mas is here! 2010 Commander X Adventures

PORTLAND, MAINE (December 21, 2010) – Nemo Publishing, publisher of Jay Piscopo’s The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli all-ages graphic novel series, has released its 3rd annual Commander X Adventures.

This free comic book is available at this link.

Commander X Adventures features pulp adventure stories about the renowned time traveler, Commander X, who is an integral character in the Capt’n Eli series. This collection of stories has a retro-modern feel. Piscopo noted “Our hero, Commander X, is a classic comic strip and movie serial hero with some high tech gizmos and time travel thrown in.”

Piscopo edited this free on-line comic book with a team of creators from the United States and England, including stories by Frank Schildiner, Vito Delsante and Michael Leal. Artwork was created by Marvel cover artist Mike Fyles, Wynn Ryder, Danny Kelly and Robert Caine Jeffcoat, and the legendary Mort Todd. Piscopo also wrote and illustrated a story and edited the collection.

In Piscopo’s story, fans meet Commander X as the Undersea Knight. In conjunction with this, Nemo Publishing has created the Undersea Knight as a limited edition Mego-style collectible action figure.

“With this collectible figure, we’ve captured the nostalgic feeling of the fun of Christmas morning when a special toy could take you into another universe,” continued Piscopo. “Seeing Commander X in his Undersea Knight uniform in the story really sparks the imagination.”

This is the sixth figure in the Commander X collectible action figure line. The other figures include: Golden Age Commander X, 1950s Commander X, Western Knight, Barbary Knight, and the Archer Knight. These eight-inch figures are created in a retro-style reminiscent of those made by the Mego Corporation in the 1970s and are designed by Piscopo and produced by Paul “Dr. Mego” Clarke. A short video about the variant collection can be viewed at this link.

All six figures are available exclusively at www.captneli.com at a special price of $15 (regularly $19.95) through December 31, 2010.

Readers of Commander X Adventures will also have the chance to learn more about the Sea Raider. This aquatic superhero is the Sea Ghost’s former identity during WW II. Fans first met the Sea Raider and the Sea Ghost in Volumes 1 and 2 of Capt'n Eli. The Sea Ghost now also stars in his own comic book distributed by Diamond Comics Distributors. More about this new book at www.TheSeaGhost.com.

When The Sea Ghost #1 (Diamond Code: JAN111269) is released in Diamond Previews this January, The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli – Volume 1 will be offered again (Diamond Code: JAN111270). Capt’n Eli – Volume 2, which contains Sea Ghost’s origin story, is also still available (Diamond Code: AUG084227). Volume 3 of the Capt’n Eli graphic novel series will be released in spring 2011.

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Boys Rock, Boys Read!

Check out the Boys Rock, Boys Read blog by librarian Bill Corder and friends aimed at getting boys hooked on reading.

The most recent post features Jay Piscopo's new Sea Ghost #1 comic book and his graphic novel series, The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli.

Next week: 2010 Commander X-Mas arrives!

Read more about Jay Piscopo's annual Commander X Adventures FREE comic book at this link. Look for the 2010 edition next week!

Special thanks to Mike Fyles for this amazing promo artwork!

January Previews! Jay Piscopo's Sea Ghost #1

The Sea Ghost #1
Written and illustrated by Jay Piscopo
Published by Nemo Publishing
36 Pages Full Color $3.99


Order from January Diamond Previews!
Diamond Code: JAN111269

View Pages at www.TheSeaGhost.com

NEWSFLASH!
The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli – Vol. 1 offered again in January Previews (Diamond Code: JAN111270).

Sea Ghost’s origin story is revealed in The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli – Vol. 2 which is still available (Diamond Code: AUG084227).

SYNOPSIS:
Sea Ghost discovers a dangerous secret when a mysterious sphere transports him to an alien world locked in an endless war. Can he convince the Simas and Phlan to stop fighting and unite against the real enemy? Find out in Sea Ghost #1: The Sea Ghost in the Machine!

Sea Ghost #1 features A and B covers of this aquatic superhero and includes a pin-up by legendary illustrator Ramona Fradon.

Piscopo is the author and illustrator of The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli graphic novel series. Sea Ghost is an integral character in the Capt’n Eli universe and has a long career fighting evil above and beneath the waves. The Sea Ghost returns in The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli - Vol. 3 which will be released in the spring of 2011.

WHAT THEY'RE SAYING:

“The kind of comic I loved as a kid and still love today. FUN!” ~ Brendan Deneen, Flash Gordon

“A ripsnorting, old-school adventure with great characters, a terrific story and out-of-this-world art. ~ Brian Augustyn, Batman: Gotham by Gaslight

“A must have for fans who miss the glory days of Saturday morning cartoons.” ~ Penny Kenny, Comics Bulletin

More reviews at this link.

Comic Book Collectors Blog checks out Jay Piscopo's "Sea Ghost #1"

Comic Book Collector's blog checks out Jay Piscopo's new comic book The Sea Ghost #1. Michael Hamersky's son Vinny saw the comic in Michael's review pile and here's what he has to say.

I liked everything: the story was exciting, and easy to follow, and the art was just fantastic. It would be hard to explain, but to me it seemed realistic, yet cartoony at the same time.

This had me wanting to read the "Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli", so I could learn more about Sea Ghost...

Follow this link to read the full review and get Vinny's take on this new book from Nemo Publishing.

This comic book will be available in Diamond's January Previews. More about the book and how to order at this link.

Commander X-Mas is almost here....

Commander X-Mas is almost here! Nemo Publishing, publisher of Jay Piscopo’s "The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” graphic novel series, is about to release its 3rd annual “Commander X Adventures.” This free online comic book will be available at www.captneli.com.




Fans can read issues one and two of "Commander X Adventures" now at this link.

Issue three will feature the Sea Raider. This aquatic superhero is the Sea Ghost's identity during WW II. Readers first met the Sea Raider in Volumes 1 and 2 of "The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli" and the Sea Ghost stars in his own comic book this January -- look for it in Diamond Previews!

Issue three of "Commander X Adventures" will spotlight stories by Frank Schildiner, Vito Delsante and Michael Leal and art by Mike Fyles, Wynn Ryder, Danny Kelly and the legendary Mort Todd - a longtime friend from grade school. Additional art, stories and editing by Jay Piscopo.

“Commander X Adventures” features pulp adventure stories about the renowned time traveler, Commander X, who is an integral character in “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” series.

Special Congratulations to Mike Fyles on his work with Marvel and to Michael Leal and Danny Kelly along with their team, Nik Poliwko and Michael McElveen on their
Small Press Idol win!

All Commander X action figures are on sale now. Look for the NEW Undersea Knight coming soon.... Just in time for Commander X-Mas!

NEWSFLASH - Win a Sea Ghost Action Figure

NEWSFLASH!
All Commander X action figures are on sale for a special price of $15.00 (regular price $19.95). Sale ends December 31 and there will not be another sale on these figures - don't miss it!

Order HERE.

EXTRA BONUS!
When customers order a Commander X action figure they are automatically entered to win a super-limited-edition Sea Ghost action figure prototype! The final winner will be drawn on December 15 -- just two weeks from tomorrow!.

More details about the contest can be found at this link.

Like Commander X, Sea Ghost is a key character in Jay Piscopo's “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” graphic novel series.

Don't miss the new Sea Ghost comic book -- "Sea Ghost #1: The Sea Ghost in the Machine" in Diamond's January PREVIEWS.

Captain Action Pin-up by Jay Piscopo

Captain Action (Season 2) #3 is now available! Check out all the details at this link and order your copy today.

Thanks to Ed Catto and Joe Ahearn for including Jay Piscopo's pin-up of the retro version of Captain Action. Captain Action was one of Jay's first toys as a kid so this was a particularly fun pin-up to draw.

This book is published by Moonstone. Jay is currently working with Martin Powell on a forthcoming Moonstone book THE SPIDER: Curse of the Unholy 3. Read more about that book at this link.

Sea Ghost #1 -- www.theseaghost.com

Check out pages from Jay Piscopo's new Sea Ghost #1: The Sea Ghost in the Machine comic book at this new preview website:

www.theseaghost.com

This book will be offered in January 2011 Diamond Previews.

We'll have our Diamond Code in December and will share it with everyone as soon as we do so you can ask your local comic shop to order this book.

Be sure to sign up for our email list at this link and you'll be the first to receive the Diamond Code AND all the news about the FREE Commander X Adventures coming just in time for Commander X-Mas! Read the 2009 and 2010 editions of Commander X Adventures at this link.

Holiday Gift Guide: The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli

November 18, 2010

By Katie Campbell

Where has the art of comics gone? That is what I would like to know. I know that my son Reece, is always stopping me when we are in the library to look at the comics, but I seriously cannot find them anywhere. Am I living under a rock? I also know that every Sunday Reece races for the Comic section to read the funnies. See, there is an audience for them and it looks like Capt'n Eli knows that!

The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli are graphic comic novels that take the reader on sea, air, and outerspace adventures with Capt'n Eli, his best friend Barney, and Jolly Roger the 200 year old Parrot. We read Volume 1, which includes "They Mystery of Me" and "The Mystery of Sargasso Sea" and I know that it definitely kept me interested and Reece didn't even put it down! Continue reading HERE.

Order the books HERE.

Casablanca Comics debuts "The Sea Ghost in the Machine"

Casablanca Comics is the first comic shop in the country to have Jay Piscopo's new Sea Ghost #1: The Sea Ghost in the Machine comic book available for sale at its stores in Portland and Windham, Maine. All North American retailers will have the opportunity to order Sea Ghost #1 this January in Diamond Previews so be sure to ask for it at your favorite local comic shop!














Sea Ghost #1: The Sea Ghost in the Machine
Published by Nemo Publishing
Written and illustrated by Jay Piscopo
36 Pages | Full Color | $3.99

Don't delay! Commander X Action Figure Sale: Sea Ghost Drawing Soon!

HURRY!
All Commander X action figures are on sale for a special price of $15.00 (regular price $19.95). Sale ends December 31 and there will not be another sale on these figures - don't miss it! Order HERE.







The five Commander X action figures currently available are:
- Golden Age Commander X
- 1950s Commander X
- Western Knight
- Barbary Knight
- Archer Knight

These eight-inch figures are created in a retro-style reminiscent of those made by the Mego Corporation in the 1970s. NEW! Undersea Knight coming soon....

EXTRA BONUS!
When customers order a Commander X action figure they are automatically entered to win a super-limited-edition Sea Ghost action figure prototype! The final winner will be drawn Dec. 15, 2010. More details about the contest can be found at this link.

Like Commander X, Sea Ghost is a key character in Jay Piscopo's “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” graphic novel series. Don't miss the new Sea Ghost comic book -- "Sea Ghost #1: The Sea Ghost in the Machine." Available now at this link and retailers can order in Diamond's January PREVIEWS.

Newsarama: Jeff Marsick Reviews "Reading With Pictures"

Jeff Marsick writes about the new Reading With Pictures anthology:

"One-hundred and ninety-two pages, thirty-seven stories. And lest you think it’s a collection of never-heard-ofs as contributors, here’s a partial roll call of some of the more notable names: Jill Thompson (who did the cover), Fred Van Lente, Gabriel Bautista, Chris Eliopoulos, Rich Faber, Steve Horton, Kevin Sacco, Jay Piscopo, Russell Lissau. More than sixty creative types (writers, artists, colorists and letterers) built this book, and I would defy anyone to find a better collection of kid-friendly stories in one package."

Check out his Best Shot Review of Reading With Pictures on Newsarama at this link.

"If you’re a teacher, administrator, or librarian, buy a few copies of this book. It would be a bargain at twice the price. If you’re a parent, buy a copy for home. It’s hard to find quality kid-friendly titles that are as delightful to read as this one is." ~ Jeff Marsick, Newsarama

You can order the book at this link.

For more about Jay Piscopo's story, The Goblin of the Deep, visit this link.

Stand by for Halloween adventure!

The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli fans Caden (age 4) and Hadley (age 2) sent this photo of their Halloween costumes.

Caden makes a great Capt'n Eli! We love seeing Jolly Roger on his shoulder and his Seasearcher symbol is wonderful -- welcome to the crew!

Could Hadley be any better as Capt'n Eli's faithful pal Barney the Sea Dog? I bet she can tie some great nautical knots just like the real Barney in the graphic novels.

Thanks for reading and for sharing this photo with us.

Stand by for Adventure!

~ Jay

Jay Piscopo: Saving the art of comics, 1 book at a time

Author Profile: Jay Piscopo
Saving the art of comics, 1 book at a time

November 4, 2010

By JENNIFER HAZARD, Raising Maine Contributor

Epic film battles. Hanna-Barbera’s Space Ghost. Golden Age comics. These are just a few of Portland author/illustrator Jay Piscopo’s favorite things. His recent graphic novels, “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli: The Mystery of Me” and “The Mystery of the Sargasso Sea” echo all of these influences, offering adventure, intrigue and a colorful cast of heroes and villains.

The series begins with an infant named Eli, whose underwater pod mysteriously washes ashore on a remote Maine island called Eagle Rock. Eli is adopted and raised by the island’s lighthouse keeper, Pops, and his wife, Ma. When Eli reaches boyhood, the couple learns that their son is a prodigy – capable of designing his own high tech submarine. Word of the boy’s abilities soon spreads beyond the tiny island. Professor Wow, a scientist from an underwater exploration team called the Seasearchers, invites young Eli to join the team. Eli accepts in hopes of learning more about his mysterious past.

If the character of Capt’n Eli looks and sounds strangely familiar, you’re right. The name is based on the Maine-made soda developed by Shipyard Brewing Company President and Founder Fred Forsley. According to Piscopo, Forsley wanted to promote Capt’n Eli’s soda with a TV show similar to 1930s radio programs like the “Lone Ranger” and the “Green Hornet.” He approached Piscopo – who worked as an animator on the ABC Saturday morning series, “Squigglevision” – to see if he’d be interested in the project. Based on past comic book experience, Piscopo encouraged Forsley to start simply. And so they did, beginning with an activity placemat for Shipyard’s restaurants. The placemat featured a comic called, “The Great Root Beer Battle,” starring young Eli, his dog Barney and a recognizable parrot named Jolly Roger.

The trio of characters appeared in a comic book called “The Mystery of the Haunted Lighthouse.” Piscopo says the comic was cute, similar to a Scooby Doo-style mystery, but not quite what he had in mind. He researched favorite books, films and comics, and in a year’s time, he developed “The Undersea Adventures of Captain Eli.” Piscopo hopes to add a third installment of the series by the spring of 2011. However, fans of his graphic novels will have something to tide them over in between. Sea Ghost – one of the many characters in the series – is featured in a recent comic book. And another mysterious character, Commander X, will be highlighted in an online comic available for the holidays.

With so much on his plate, is a television series about Capt’n Eli still possible? Piscopo says talks with agents in New York and Los Angeles are happening now. In the meantime, he’s busy promoting the series in schools with comic book workshops geared toward 7- to 10-year-olds. He says the hour-long cartooning workshop is designed to demystify the art of making comics, and kids are responding positively.

In a market where monthly comic book sales are declining, he likes the idea of appealing to a new generation of writers and illustrators. The workshops are one way to keep the art alive.

“I love the medium,” he says. “I don’t think it’s dead by any means. If writers and illustrators make a good thing and are aware of their audience, a comic will work.”

Piscopo hopes “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” is doing just that. He wants the series to appeal to children and their parents, who might be seeking comics reminiscent of their childhood.

“If a family can read these books together,” he says, “that’s the Holy Grail.”

Who is the Sea Ghost?

As Jay Piscopo sketches for a fan at the Maine Comics Arts Festival, he tells us more about who the Sea Ghost is.

Sea Ghost #1 Has Arrived

Order today at this link. Be sure to look for it in January Previews!
This 36-page full color comic book features the story “The Sea Ghost in the Machine” written and illustrated by Jay Piscopo and featuring a pin-up by legendary illustrator Ramona Fradon.



Sea Ghost discovers a dangerous secret when a mysterious sphere transports him to an alien world locked in an endless war. Can he convince the Simas and Phlan to stop fighting and unite against the real enemy?


Read reviews HERE and HERE.

Check out this inspiring Sea Ghost pin-ups by Ramona Fradon and the amazing work of Danny Kelly and Robert Caine Jeffcoat below.

Secret Identity - Reviews Jay Piscopo's "Sea Ghost #1"

Matman Rating – 5 out of 5 “wish Aquaman was this cool!”

COMICS
11-4-10: The Sea Ghost # 1 (Nemo Publishing)

One of our favorite segments on Secret Identity is the Saturday Morning Special! For us, some of our favorite memories of childhood is watching cool, action oriented cartoons that seemed to be so much bigger than life or our imagination! So the fine tradition of Jack Kirby and those great cartoons of old I present to you (big echo effect), ‘The Sea Ghost’!!!

From the incredible mind and pencil of Jay Piscopo comes ‘The Sea Ghost # 1’! In the same tone and style of Jay’s other work like ‘Capt’n Eli’ and ‘Commander X’ (both who make appearances here), comes another all ages adventure full of fun and nonstop action!

‘Sea Ghost in the Machine’ introduces us to The Sea Ghost and his undersea world featuring his command center the Ghosts Grotto! Living in the ruins of Atlantis, The Ghost and his children Triton and Coral, he keeps the sea safe from evil. When Commander X alerts the Ghost of some oddities in the Arctic, he makes his way to investigate. But when he gets there he finds a small vehicle that transports him to another world! But of course when he arrives he is treated as an enemy and hunted by everyone on the planet; land, sea and air. Can The Sea Ghost save himself and help restore peace to the planet of Eris?

Sea Ghost is an incredible character and not just because he looks wicked awesome and does even cool stuff! He is a father and sadly a widower who speaks to his wife in visions. Not only does he bust stuff up (which we all demand), but he can use his brain to reason before the fisticuffs. There is a lot of depth to this character as well as his support staff that I can’t wait to explore in future issues.

As far as Jay’s writing and art … brilliant! He creates such an inviting and warm feeling you can hear the ocean swishing and the cheesy music playing in the background. His visuals are very much in the tradition of Alex Toth and the King, Jack Kirby! If Mr. Kirby were still with us, he would be very pleased by the world Jay has created!

‘The Sea Ghost’ One Shot is a pleasant and rewarding read that satisfies on all levels. It can sometimes hurt a book when it is billed as ‘all ages’, and that is a shame. My greatest comic reading experiences involve reading comics with my daughters, like I did with my father and grandfather. Anyone who loves comics, great art and the ability to share will certainly enjoy this first issue!

Sea Ghost # 1 (along with the first two highly recommended Capt’n Eli Adventures) is available now at www.captneli.com.

Sea Ghost #1 - Comicsbulletin Review

Jay Piscopo's new "Sea Ghost #1" comic book is available for pre-order at this link. Pre-orders will ship in early November.





Sea Ghost #1
"The Sea Ghost in the Machine"

Thursday, October 21, 2010
Penny Kenny

Reviewer Rating:


Writer: Jay Piscopo
Artist: Jay Piscopo
Publisher: Nemo Publishing

A mysterious sphere transports Sea Ghost to a world where the sea and land dwellers are at war. Can he convince both sides to end their conflict and unite forces to defeat the real enemy?

No kidding, the theme music from the original Super Friends cartoon was running through my head the entire time I was reading "The Sea Ghost in the Machine." Jay Piscopo's Sea Ghost #1 plays out like a Hanna-Barbara or Filmation Saturday morning cartoon. This one-shot has the same kind of energy and fast pace of those classic action cartoons of the '60s and '70s. Also like those shows, "The Sea Ghost in the Machine" is filled to the brim with concepts like "Temporal Displacement Energy Fields," "Bio-engineered Doomsday Mutants," "Old Gods," and shark-copters. Piscopo tosses them out for the reader to "Oooh" and "Ahhh" over and moves on with the narrative, much the way his inspiration Jack Kirby did.

There's a big, open, anything can happen feel to the story. It begins in the Sea Ghost's underwater headquarters outside Atlantis, bounces across the galaxy, sweeps underwater again, then up to land, and then to an icy, arctic region. At every location something is accomplished. Piscopo isn't just drawing cool looking scenery. He's telling a story that has a beginning, middle, and end and makes sense.

For all the action, and there's plenty of that (Sea Ghost breaks nets, heads, walls, and Lovecraft-lite creatures) Piscopo takes the time to establish Sea Ghost as a person you want to spend time with. The three panels showing him interact with his children and the following two where he speaks to the spirit of his wife set him up as a decent, honorable man....Follow this link to read the full review.

Sea Ghost #1 is a must have for readers looking for a fun, intelligent, action based story and for fans who miss the glory days of Saturday morning cartoons when Space Ghost, Aquaman, and The Herculoids graced the airwaves. ~ Penny Kenny, Comics Bulletin

Sale Begins Today: Commander X Action Figures and "Capt'n Eli" Graphic Novels

PORTLAND, MAINE (Oct. 19, 2010) – Two years ago, Nemo Publishing released its first limited edition Mego-style action figure of the retro hero Commander X. Today there are five variants in the collection and a sixth will be released next month.

In celebration of this popular action figure series, Nemo Publishing announces a special online holiday season sale exclusively at www.captneli.com. From now through Friday, Dec. 31, all Commander X action figures will be available at a special price of $15.00 (regular price $19.95). In addition, Volumes 1 and 2 of Jay Piscopo’s “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” graphic novel series will be available for $8.00 (regular price $9.99).

Read full press release at this link.

The five Commander X action figures currently available are: Golden Age Commander X, 1950s Commander X, Western Knight, Barbary Knight and the Archer Knight. View photos at this link. These eight-inch figures are created in a retro-style reminiscent of those made by the Mego Corporation in the 1970s. Piscopo is working with Paul Clarke, known as “Dr. Mego,” to create this collection.

“The sixth figure will be the Undersea Knight,” said Piscopo. “Look for more information about this new figure next month.”

When customers order a Commander X action figure they are automatically entered to win one of three super-limited-edition Sea Ghost action figure prototypes. The final winner will be drawn Dec. 15, 2010. Like Commander X, Sea Ghost is a key character in the “Capt’n Eli” series. More details about the contest can be found at this link.

Sea Ghost fans can look forward to a Sea Ghost one-shot comic book to hit the shelves late this month and, in early December, the third annual Commander X-Mas “Commander X Adventures” free on-line comic book will be released on www.captneli.com. This new collection of stories will feature the Sea Raider – who is Sea Ghost’s former identity when he fought in WWII.

“Like Commander X, Sea Ghost has many identities throughout time and is the latest spin off from the Capt’n Eli universe,” Piscopo explained. “Fans will meet an even newer incarnation of Sea Ghost in book three of ‘Capt’n Eli’ when it is released early next year.”

The Comic Book Catacombs: A Chat with Jay Piscopo

Check out Chuck Wells' interview with Jay Piscopo on The Comic Book Catacombs where he also reviews Jay's new Sea Ghost one-shot comic book which hits the stands this month.

"It will appeal to every fan of Hanna-Barbera superheroes, silver age comics and all-ages friendly material. I also feel like fans of Mike Allred's Madman and The Atomics would really enjoy this book as I got a strong "Allred-kind" of vibe off of Jay's visuals in Sea Ghost." ~ Chuck Wells, The Comic Book Catacombs

Today's spotlight feature is a neat interview with Jay Piscopo, the author and illustrator of the all-ages graphic novel series, "The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli". I recently noticed the Facebook page that Jay had set up as promotion for a cool new spin-off from "Capt. Eli" that focuses on a major supporting character from that series called "The Sea Ghost". This underwater champions visual design is really classic in appearance, and I have to admit that I've always had a soft spot for ocean-based heroes like Aquaman and the Sub-Mariner, so I fired off an invitation to feature Jay and "Sea Ghost" in the Catacombs. CLICK HERE to read the full interview.

Jay Piscopo’s Capt’n Eli featured in new Reading With Pictures anthology

"Jay Piscopo's The Goblin of the Deep...neatly ties information about undersea life into a pretty cool short story." ~ Gordon Dymowsky

Deep off the coast of Tazmania, the distress call is sent: divers are trapped in a cave by a giant sea monster! Heeding the call in his mini-sub, the Dolphin, is Capt'n Eli, intrepid Sea Explorer and inventor. In the endless depths he discovers everything is not as it seems....

“The Goblin of the Deep” is a new 6-page Capt’n Eli story by Maine comic book artist Jay Piscopo. This story is featured in Reading With Pictures’ first anthology. “Reading with Pictures – Volume 1” is a full color, 192 page collection of works by more than 30 comic creators. A full list of contributors can be found at this link.

Reading With Pictures is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that advocates the use of comics in the classroom to promote literacy and improve educational outcomes for all students. There is a trend in education towards using graphic novels as a teaching tool to motivate and inspire students. Comic books and graphic novels are now being used in classrooms as tools for teaching everything from early reading to course texts for college. A collection of articles on this topic can be found at this link.

Piscopo is the author and illustrator of “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” graphic novel series and his new 6-page story “The Goblin of the Deep” is suitable for kids of all ages.

“Reading With Pictures – Volume 1” is available nationally at fine comic shops, including Casablanca Comics in Portland and Windham, Maine. The book can also be purchased in the store section of the Capt’n Eli website.

On Saturday, October 23 Casablanca Comics will host a special signing with Jay in Portland, Maine. A recent review can be found at this link.

A full overview of Nemo Publishing’s educational offerings can be found at this link.

NEW -- Sea Ghost One-Shot Comic Book

“The kind of comic I loved as a kid and still love today. FUN!” ~ Brendan Deneen, Flash Gordon

“A ripsnorting, old-school adventure with great characters, a terrific story and out-of-this-world art. ~ Brian Augustyn, Batman: Gotham by Gaslight

“A must have for fans who miss the glory days of Saturday morning cartoons.” ~ Penny Kenny, Comics Bulletin

Sea Ghost discovers a dangerous secret when a mysterious sphere transports him to an alien world locked in an endless war. Can he convince the Simas and Phlan to stop fighting and unite against the real enemy?

Now available! This 36 Page full color comic book features the story “The Sea Ghost in the Machine” by Jay Piscopo and a pin-up by legendary illustrator Ramona Fradon.

Order today at this link. Be sure to look for it in January Previews!

Read reviews HERE and HERE.

Nemo Publishing’s Sea Ghost collectible action figure contest winner announced

PORTLAND, MAINE (July 19, 2010) – Nemo Publishing announced the second winner of its Sea Ghost action figure contest. Cat Gough of Mona Vale, Australia is the winner of the second of three super-limited-edition Sea Ghost action figure prototypes.

The Sea Ghost is a character featured in Jay Piscopo’s graphic novel series “The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli,” published by Nemo Publishing.

Gough was selected at random from hundreds of people who purchased Commander X Mego-style action figures between Dec.15, 2008 and July 15, 2010.

The winner of the final Sea Ghost Mego-style action figure will be drawn Dec. 16, 2010. All customers who purchase Commander X figures prior to that date will be automatically entered into the final drawing.

These eight-inch collectible action figures are available exclusively at www.captneli.com.

More details about the contest can be found at this link.

More about Commander X:
In December 2008, Nemo Publishing released its first limited edition Mego-style action figure of the retro hero Commander X. There are four variants in this collection (Golden Age Commander X, 1950s Commander X, Western Knight, and the Barbary Knight) and more variants will be released in 2010.

Commander X is an integral character in “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” graphic novels. He is an amnesiac who has been sent from the future to save the earth from inevitable destruction. He is a based on the Depression-era heroes of the comic book and movie serials of the 1930s.

This collectible figure is created in a retro-style reminiscent of figures made by the Mego Corporation in the 1970s. Piscopo is working with Paul Clarke, known as “Dr. Mego,” to create this collection and additional variants are planned for release in 2010.

Photos of the figures can be viewed at this link.

More about “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli:”
“The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” is the story of a boy with extraordinary scientific abilities and unusual ties to the sea. “Capt’n Eli” takes readers into a mesmerizing world of time travel, high-tech ships, flying mini-subs, robots, lost civilizations, and undersea empires in conflict. Written and illustrated by Jay Piscopo. Distributed nationally through Diamond Comic Distributors.

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Jay Piscopo at New Gloucester Public Library

Wednesday, June 29, 2010: On a beautiful Maine summer evening, Jay Piscopo presented his interactive comics drawing workshop for kids at the New Gloucester Public Library in picturesque New Gloucester, Maine.

The Capt'n Eli's Soda crew was also on hand to provide families with a taste of this Maine made soda.

Check out photos at this link.

Jay Piscopo is the author and illustrator of The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli all ages graphic novel series.

Jay Piscopo Kicks Off Summer Reading Program

Today, Jay Piscopo kicked off Walker Memorial Library's Summer Reading program with his interactive Draw on Your Creativity workshop for kids. Photos at this link.

Jay is the author and illustrator of The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli graphic novel series.

Check out his summer appearance schedule at this link.

FINAL WEEK: Action Figure Sale

SALE ENDS JUNE 30

In celebration of the release of the new Commander X Archer Knight action figure, from now through Wednesday, June 30, 2010 all Commander X action figures will be available at a special price of $15.00 (regular price $19.95) exclusively at this link.

There are five variants in this collection (Golden Age Commander X, 1950s Commander X, Western Knight, Barbary Knight and the new Archer Knight). Photos of all the figures can be viewed at this link.

Who says they don't make heroes like the used to? A video clip about the figures can be viewed at this link.

This collectible figure is created in a retro-style reminiscent of figures made by the Mego Corporation in the 1970s. Nemo Publishing is working with Paul Clarke, known as “Dr. Mego,” to create this collection and additional variants are planned for release this year.

Commander X is an integral character in Jay Piscopo’s all-ages graphic novel series, “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli.” Commander X is an amnesiac who has been sent from the future to save the earth from inevitable destruction. He is a based on the Depression-era heroes of the comic book and movie serials of the 1930s.

But wait, there's more!
When customers order a Commander X action figure they are automatically entered to win one of three super-limited-edition Sea Ghost action figure prototypes. The first winner was drawn Dec. 15, 2009 and the two final winners will be drawn July 15, 2010 and Dec. 15, 2010. Like Commander X, Sea Ghost is a key character in the “Capt’n Eli” graphic novel series. More details about the contest can be found at this link.