WIRED GeekDad Reviews Jay Piscopo's new Sea Ghost comic book

"Reading Jay Piscopo’s new all-ages comic book Sea Ghost #1: The Sea Ghost in the Machine invoked those familiar Saturday morning feelings of fun and excitement....I really liked Sea Ghost for its old school feel, classic character design and clean illustration. I was warmed by the fact that Sea Ghost was a father as well as an adventurer. My daughter liked Sea Ghost’s children, Coral and Triton. She thought it would be pretty cool to live under the ocean and have a superhero dad. I gave a copy of Sea Ghost to my wife’s second grade class and they all loved it too....

I’m giving Jay Piscopo high marks for Sea Ghost.

You can find out more about Sea Ghost and how to get your hands on a copy over at the Sea Ghost website."

~ Tom Stillwell, WIRED GeekDad

Read full review at this link.

Dive into the Sea Ghost on the Aquaman Shrine

March 25, 2011 - The Aquaman Shrine's Rob Kelly dives into Jay Piscopo's new comic book "The Sea Ghost #1." Read it HERE.








It's been almost two years since the Shrine ran its last Undersea Heroes segment; I always intended to bring it back every so often but other things kept getting in the way.

But no more! We have a new hero to add to the pantheon of underwater heroes, and his name is The Sea Ghost!

The Sea Ghost is the creation of Jay Piscopo, a friend of the Shrine whose work has appeared here before--he's done three(!) different pin-ups featuring Aquaman and The Sea Ghost, an Aquaman costume re-design, and a sketch from my Aqua-Sketchbook.

The man is a fountain of creativity--I've lost count of how many characters he's created, and he's always posting something new on his Facebook page. Many people have remarked how prolific I am; Jay makes me look like Fran Lebowitz.

Anyway, last week Jay's undersea character The Sea Ghost got his own title, so I thought this was a perfect time to bring back the Undersea Heroes feature. CLICK HERE to continue reading the article.

"...the ideas and concepts are flying at the reader at a breakneck pace, and there's no winking at the camera--this is no post-modern ironic superhero: The Sea Ghost would have fit in perfectly in the back of DC comic from the 1950s, albeit with more eye-popping color." ~ Rob Kelly, The Aquaman Shrine

Great Comic Book Heroes recommends Sea Ghost #1

The Great Comic Book Heroes

Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Review of Jay Piscopo's Sea Ghost #1!

Jay Piscopo is the man! I've been seeing Jay Piscopo's fantastic creations on Facebook for a few years now. He is the kind of friend you want to have on Facebook! It seems like every day Jay is posting new and incredible drawings of the most interesting super heroes that you've ever seen! Jay has an incredibly inventive mind and prolific output.

Jay's done a number of books from the Cap'n Eli universe. I got to see Sea Ghost, a 30 page, full color one-shot. It’s a great book!

Jay's fit a lot of info into a very small space here! Not only does he introduce Sea Ghost and his children, Coral and Triton, but he gives a quick origin of Sea Ghost AND to top it off he has a whole slew of characters popping up on what seems like every page, and he does it seamlessly without slowing down the fast pace of the book! Now this is what superhero action comics are suppose to be (Marvel take notes)!

He even has a fascinating text page explaining his influences; people like legendary Ramona Fradon, who actually does a pinup for the comic; Noel Sickles; and most notably Alex Toth. Jay states, "Mr. Toth's body of work in comics and animation is vast and deep. Anyone looking to work professionally should study his work and philosophies."

With Jay's work you can really feel the Silver age Marvel, Kirby influence, as well as the great action cartoons of the 60's and 70's like Space Ghost (this influence being the most obvious) and the Herculoids! But you never feel like he is copying or ripping them off. No this is the best kind of homage that is all Jay!

One thing about Jay's work, like the Saturday morning cartoons they are influenced by, it is geared towards kids, ages 5 and up. Sea Ghost, as a character, is a strong man ready for any adventure and yet at the same time a loving father and devoted husband. This a great book to read to your children or indulge in yourself!

I highly recommend Sea Ghost to any lover of action and adventure! You can see more of Jay's great work here at his website -- The Undersea Adventures of Cap'n Eli.

In Shops March 30: Jay Piscopo's new Sea Ghost #1 Comic Book

Jay Piscopo's The Sea Ghost #1 hits the shelves in March! Ask your local comic shop to order this for you. Check it out at KidsComics.com.




Sea Ghost #1
Publisher: Nemo Publishing
Diamond Code: JAN111269
In Shops March 30, 2011

“Sea Ghost #1 is a very fun read. Think Space Ghost but underwater. The art looks like it was taken from a cartoon. This a great all ages read for kids and those of us who will never grow up.” Ric Croxton, First Comics News

Forces of Geek Checks out Jay Piscopo's new comic book: The Sea Ghost #1

February 8, 2011

Read Stefan Blitz's review of The Sea Ghost #1 on Forces of Geek at this link.

Next month, Nemo Publishing will be releasing their newest comic, The Sea Ghost, written and illustrated by Jay Piscopo.

The character, who originally appeared in Piscopo's The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli graphic novel series, is a testament to the magic that super-heroes once had and in many ways is a love letter to classic Marvel and DC comics and Hanna Barbera cartoons.

But unfortunately, it's also the kind of books that most comic book stores overlook, which is why you need to be proactive and tell your retailer that you want it.

After the jump, check out the cover and press release for The Sea Ghost #1, as well as a phenomenal video that Jay created for retailers, but really does a fantastic job capturing his philosophies on both his work and the industry.

The Sea Ghost #1
36 Pages | Full Color | $3.99
DIAMOND CODE -- JAN111269

Newsarama: Jeff Marsick Reviews "The Sea Ghost #1"

"This was the kind of book I loved to read as a kid...and reading it with my own kids it inspires "oohs" and "whoas" with each turn of the page." ~ Jeff Marsick, Newsarama

The Sea Ghost #1
Written and Drawn by Jay Piscopo
Published by Nemo Publishing Group
Review by Jeff Marsick
February 1, 2011

Read full review below or at this link.

I've raved about the first two volumes of Jay Piscopo's The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli in the past, especially what wonderful kid-friendly fare they are as digest-sized roller-coaster rides of thrills harkening back to the days of Hanna-Barbera animation (y'know, the Golden Age of cartoons). Jay's back, this time with a one-shot of the Sea Ghost, an Aquaman-type with Space Ghost inspirations and arguably one of the best characters from the second Capt'n Eli book.

The Ghost is living in the ruins of Atlantis with his two children, Triton and Coral, when he discovers a dimensional displacement doohickey that pinballs him around the universe to another aquatic somewhere, smack dab in the middle of a war between the underwater people called the Phlan, and land-dwelling humanoid simians called the Simas. Turns out both sides pledge fealty to a Lovecraftian supreme being called Vorrgoth and Sea Ghost smells something fishy about the whole thing. It’s up to Sea Ghost to reveal the truth and get the two warring factions to end their violent ways.

Jay Piscopo’s minimalist artwork is inspired by Kirby and with its bold colors the action practically leaps off the page. This was the kind of book I loved to read as a kid (before I got older and fell for grim-and-gritty), and reading it with my own kids it inspires "oohs" and "whoas" with each turn of the page. The Sea Ghost carries with him good messages for kids, about how choices shape our destiny, and how blind violence is not an acceptable means to an end. I only wish Sea Ghost had a little more going for him other than the cool costume and the ability to re-direct energy used against him.

Still, for thirty-six pages of book, it’s well worth the money. And that’s before I mention the guest artist pin-up of the Sea Ghost by Ramona Fradon, who, back in the fifties, used to draw Aquaman for DC and co-created Aqualad. Very cool indeed, and bravo to Jay for including her in this book. If you’ve got a little one who loves comics and you find acceptable material hard to find, look no further than The Sea Ghost #1.

Comic Books Examiner: Presenting Sea Ghost

Robert Sodaro of Comic Books Examiner takes a look at Jay Piscopo's new comic book The Sea Ghost #1: The Sea Ghost in the Machine. Read the article HERE.


Presenting Sea Ghost
January 11th, 2011

For independent comicbook creators, getting their characters out into the marketplace is often very difficult. First of all, unless you are already an established creator with a fan following, you are essentially unknown to the public at large. Second, you have to compete with the better-known characters at the larger companies, not to mention you must compete with all of the other self-publisher and small-press publishers who are also trying to garner their share of the Indie market. Needless to say, all of this doesn’t even take into consideration how you are going to get your books distributed, not just in your own area, but across the country as well.

Here is where a savvy marketing plan, social marketing, and networking with other creators all comes into play. Take Jay Piscopo for example... Continue reading on Examiner.com HERE.

Infinite Hollywood Reviews "The Sea Ghost #1"

Read Newton Gimmick's review of Jay Piscopo's new comic book The Sea Ghost #1: The Sea Ghost in the Machine on Infinite Hollywood at this link.

Here are a few excerpts from the review:

As someone who loves reading old comics from publishers like Gold Key or Charlton, the style that Piscopo exudes is right in line with the classics. This comic could have easily been on the shelves in the Silver Age of comics and yet, never feels dated or contrived. Jay has a love for the simple but fun storytelling style that has an emphasis on adventure. Sea Ghost takes us to many fantastic worlds and shows off some incredible creatures and battles, but unlike many modern comics that overloads us with complicated story or complex art, everything here is kept simple but effective.

It's a classic comic, done in the same sort of excellent tradition that got so many of us into comic books in the first place.

I think everybody can identify with Sea Ghost on some level. He's an inspired creation that feels so natural. One part Space Ghost, one part Aquaman, yet he never feels like some sort of clone. That's part of what makes all of Jay Piscopo's creations work... They're genuine. There are hundreds of comics on the shelf today, from some of the best artists and writers and the biggest publishers in the world, but few if any have the heart and soul that Sea Ghost does.

The 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
DIAMOND CODE -- JAN111269
Check it out on p.298 of January PREVIEWS

Meet the Sea Ghost: A Message to Comic Book Retailers

Follow this link or watch below to check out a special video for comic book shop owners.



You'll meet creator Jay Piscopo at work in his studio as he talks about his new comic book, The Sea Ghost #1: The Sea Ghost in the Machine.

You'll see his influences, learn about his creative process, and meet comic shop owner Rick Lowell at Casablanca Comics in Portland, Maine.

Rick and Jay talk about who the audience is for The Sea Ghost and what makes comics like this and Jay's The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli graphic novel series fun and affordable for readers of all ages.

The Sea Ghost #1 is available now in Diamond Previews (Code: JAN111269 -- Page 298). Check it out on Previews World online at this link.


The 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
DIAMOND CODE -- JAN111269
Check it out on p.298 of January PREVIEWS

More at www.TheSeaGhost.com and www.CaptnEli.com.

Nemo Publishing’s new “The Sea Ghost #1” featured in Diamond Previews

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Nemo Publishing

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Nemo Publishing’s new “The Sea Ghost #1” featured in Diamond Previews

PORTLAND, ME – (January 5, 2011) – 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 “The Sea Ghost #1: The Sea Ghost in the Machine!”

Go directly to the Diamond Previews listing at this link.

“The Sea Ghost #1” is a 36 page, full color comic book featuring A and B covers of this aquatic superhero. The story is written and illustrated by Jay Piscopo and includes a pin-up by legendary illustrator Ramona Fradon. View story pages at this link.

Retailers can order “The Sea Ghost #1” from the new Diamond Previews (Diamond Code -- JAN111269). This book is listed on page 298. Look for the kid friendly stamp.

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 origin story of this avenging spirit is revealed in “The Undersea Adventure of Capt’n Eli” Vol. 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 is offered again in January Previews (Diamond Code: JAN111270 | ISBN 978-0-9817132-0-5) and “Capt’n Eli” Vol. 2 is still available (Diamond Code AUG084227 | ISBN 978-0-9817132-1-2).

Sea Ghost returns in “The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli” Vol. 3 which will be released in the spring of 2011. Follow this link for a short video clip of Piscopo talking about the Sea Ghost character.

Ordering information:

“The 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
Order from January Diamond Previews – Page 298
DIAMOND CODE -- JAN111269

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

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

“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.” ~ Penny Kenny, Comics Bulletin

www.TheSeaGhost.com

www.CaptnEli.com

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