Oliver Mertz
@mertzmakesstuff.com
Writer and colorist of A Ghost Arm Made of Angry Ghosts, First Law of Mad Science, and the Monuments. Colorist of many other comics.
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Oliver Mertz
@mertzmakesstuff.com
· Nov 18
I’ve been making comics for fifteen years and I am thrilled to say that I just signed my first book deal.
Oni Press will release A Ghost Arm Made of Angry Ghosts as a 175-page graphic novel.
Oni Press will release A Ghost Arm Made of Angry Ghosts as a 175-page graphic novel.
You've been making comics for a while, and you're ready to level up.
You're new to comics and don't know where to begin.
You love comics-process talk and learning from the best.
You've got a question about The Invisibles.
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You're new to comics and don't know where to begin.
You love comics-process talk and learning from the best.
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January 1, 2026 at 7:27 PM
You've been making comics for a while, and you're ready to level up.
You're new to comics and don't know where to begin.
You love comics-process talk and learning from the best.
You've got a question about The Invisibles.
If you want to make better comics, sign up for:
www.filthandgrammar.com
You're new to comics and don't know where to begin.
You love comics-process talk and learning from the best.
You've got a question about The Invisibles.
If you want to make better comics, sign up for:
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I met Stan over ten years ago and had the good fortune to become his friend. He was so incredibly kind and wonderfully creative. He will be missed.
Whether you knew him or not, if you're a comic creator, he was one of us. If you can, please chip in.
www.gofundme.com/f/help-artis...
Whether you knew him or not, if you're a comic creator, he was one of us. If you can, please chip in.
www.gofundme.com/f/help-artis...
Donate to Help Support ArtistStan's family in their time of loss, organized by Artist Stan
On December 25, 2025, at 8:57pm ArtistStan passed away. Written bel… Artist Stan needs your support for Help Support ArtistStan's family in their time of loss
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December 31, 2025 at 8:43 PM
I met Stan over ten years ago and had the good fortune to become his friend. He was so incredibly kind and wonderfully creative. He will be missed.
Whether you knew him or not, if you're a comic creator, he was one of us. If you can, please chip in.
www.gofundme.com/f/help-artis...
Whether you knew him or not, if you're a comic creator, he was one of us. If you can, please chip in.
www.gofundme.com/f/help-artis...
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Friends, the @heroinitiative.bsky.social is genuinely one of the best things about the comics industry. If you have any extra dollars this holiday season, I hope you'll keep them in mind. www.heroinitiative.org
COMIC CREATORS IN NEED ⋆ HERO INITIATIVE
The Hero Initiative creates a financial safety net for comic creators in need who need medical aid, financial support, and an avenue back into paying work.
www.heroinitiative.org
December 11, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Friends, the @heroinitiative.bsky.social is genuinely one of the best things about the comics industry. If you have any extra dollars this holiday season, I hope you'll keep them in mind. www.heroinitiative.org
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Re-upping for the end of the week. Did you know I'm authorized to live and work in three different anglophone countries? That's *three nations* that have a chance to hire me and win this prize.
Hey, so, I've been fired. Now that I'm unemployed like the other half of Bluesky, if anyone knows of work for a writer, reporter, or nonprofit grants manager, I'd be much obliged. You all know where to find me.
December 5, 2025 at 10:13 PM
Re-upping for the end of the week. Did you know I'm authorized to live and work in three different anglophone countries? That's *three nations* that have a chance to hire me and win this prize.
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I’m so so proud of this book, from me and @wendellcs13.bsky.social, @pleurgh.bsky.social, @robutoid.bsky.social…and late arrivals @travishymel.bsky.social, @tonygregori.bsky.social and @robjoneswrites.bsky.social
volume 2 starts in 2026.
volume 2 starts in 2026.
Finally got around to ATLANTIS WASN’T BUILT FOR TOURISTS by @ericpalicki.bsky.social & @wendellcs13.bsky.social and it’s a wonderful read. Tight and suspenseful with damaged characters and an ending I absolutely LOVED. The 2 backup stories were great also!
Check it out when you get a chance!
Check it out when you get a chance!
December 10, 2025 at 5:23 PM
I’m so so proud of this book, from me and @wendellcs13.bsky.social, @pleurgh.bsky.social, @robutoid.bsky.social…and late arrivals @travishymel.bsky.social, @tonygregori.bsky.social and @robjoneswrites.bsky.social
volume 2 starts in 2026.
volume 2 starts in 2026.
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POWERS by @BrianMbendis <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:ekzxaxdvwhckhlsnzf7u5qne" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky-mention">@nickfil.bsky.social and myself from @DarkHorseComics RETURNS in an ALL NEW ONGOING series this September! Order Link in BIO LCS or HERE: https://westfieldcomics.com/comic-books/Powers-25-cover-A--Oeming/25060747 #comics #comicbooks #art #darkHorseComics #Crime #NOIR
November 28, 2025 at 8:29 PM
POWERS by @BrianMbendis <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:ekzxaxdvwhckhlsnzf7u5qne" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky-mention">@nickfil.bsky.social and myself from @DarkHorseComics RETURNS in an ALL NEW ONGOING series this September! Order Link in BIO LCS or HERE: https://westfieldcomics.com/comic-books/Powers-25-cover-A--Oeming/25060747 #comics #comicbooks #art #darkHorseComics #Crime #NOIR
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Wanna Make Comics or Level Up Your Skills? Check out my F&G STARTER PACK at a deep discount today thru Wednesday, 12/3 while supplies last. Signed, sealed & delivered to your doorstep. Go here—>https://www.offregister.press/
November 28, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Wanna Make Comics or Level Up Your Skills? Check out my F&G STARTER PACK at a deep discount today thru Wednesday, 12/3 while supplies last. Signed, sealed & delivered to your doorstep. Go here—>https://www.offregister.press/
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I made an exclusive holiday thing honoring the jolly voyager of the 7 skies with his own JOLLY ROGER! This Santa themed pirate flag is part of my sale over at spaghetti-kiss.com
The whole shop is 15% off for TODAY AND TOMORROW ONLY!
The whole shop is 15% off for TODAY AND TOMORROW ONLY!
November 28, 2025 at 12:57 PM
I made an exclusive holiday thing honoring the jolly voyager of the 7 skies with his own JOLLY ROGER! This Santa themed pirate flag is part of my sale over at spaghetti-kiss.com
The whole shop is 15% off for TODAY AND TOMORROW ONLY!
The whole shop is 15% off for TODAY AND TOMORROW ONLY!
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I'm really excited about the comics I've gotten to edit so far in my freelancing this year and am really eager to work on more projects earlier in their lifespan in 2026.
If you are thinking of self-publishing in 2026 and beyond please consider hitting me up at an earlier stage.
If you are thinking of self-publishing in 2026 and beyond please consider hitting me up at an earlier stage.
November 27, 2025 at 12:47 AM
I'm really excited about the comics I've gotten to edit so far in my freelancing this year and am really eager to work on more projects earlier in their lifespan in 2026.
If you are thinking of self-publishing in 2026 and beyond please consider hitting me up at an earlier stage.
If you are thinking of self-publishing in 2026 and beyond please consider hitting me up at an earlier stage.
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10 days left to preorder a copy of Killtopia: Phantoms #1 on Kickstarter!
Inspired by Cowboy Bebop, Ghost in the Shell and Perfect Blue, Phantoms follows a Neo Tokyo police unit hunting a mass mind hacker.
Check out our campaign and grab a copy to support us: www.kickstarter.com/projects/bus...
Inspired by Cowboy Bebop, Ghost in the Shell and Perfect Blue, Phantoms follows a Neo Tokyo police unit hunting a mass mind hacker.
Check out our campaign and grab a copy to support us: www.kickstarter.com/projects/bus...
November 20, 2025 at 10:07 AM
10 days left to preorder a copy of Killtopia: Phantoms #1 on Kickstarter!
Inspired by Cowboy Bebop, Ghost in the Shell and Perfect Blue, Phantoms follows a Neo Tokyo police unit hunting a mass mind hacker.
Check out our campaign and grab a copy to support us: www.kickstarter.com/projects/bus...
Inspired by Cowboy Bebop, Ghost in the Shell and Perfect Blue, Phantoms follows a Neo Tokyo police unit hunting a mass mind hacker.
Check out our campaign and grab a copy to support us: www.kickstarter.com/projects/bus...
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We've got a sneak peek for paid patrons today - showcasing some of @mertzmakesstuff.com's fantastic colors on Chapter 2 of THE FORGOTTEN FIVE! Please consider becoming a paid patron!
www.patreon.com/posts/sneak-... @saracentury.bsky.social @lettersofpriya.bsky.social @deankotz.bsky.social
www.patreon.com/posts/sneak-... @saracentury.bsky.social @lettersofpriya.bsky.social @deankotz.bsky.social
Sneak peek at Chapter Two colors! | The Forgotten Five
Get more from The Forgotten Five on Patreon
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November 19, 2025 at 2:19 PM
We've got a sneak peek for paid patrons today - showcasing some of @mertzmakesstuff.com's fantastic colors on Chapter 2 of THE FORGOTTEN FIVE! Please consider becoming a paid patron!
www.patreon.com/posts/sneak-... @saracentury.bsky.social @lettersofpriya.bsky.social @deankotz.bsky.social
www.patreon.com/posts/sneak-... @saracentury.bsky.social @lettersofpriya.bsky.social @deankotz.bsky.social
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This is the final issue of NEWS FROM THE FALLOUT. It's been an absolute honor to collaborate with Jeff, Hass, and Mike on this dream of a book. I am incredibly proud of each issue (especially this one) and I hope that you enjoy the read.
November 19, 2025 at 12:23 PM
This is the final issue of NEWS FROM THE FALLOUT. It's been an absolute honor to collaborate with Jeff, Hass, and Mike on this dream of a book. I am incredibly proud of each issue (especially this one) and I hope that you enjoy the read.
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@davidbooher.bsky.social and I have an exciting new comic live on Kickstarter!
He's hot. He's clever. Good news, fellas. He's very gay. None of that's nearly as interesting as the fact that Moe Malloch is also the son of the devil.
Literally. Satan's his dad.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/dea...
He's hot. He's clever. Good news, fellas. He's very gay. None of that's nearly as interesting as the fact that Moe Malloch is also the son of the devil.
Literally. Satan's his dad.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/dea...
November 17, 2025 at 11:37 PM
@davidbooher.bsky.social and I have an exciting new comic live on Kickstarter!
He's hot. He's clever. Good news, fellas. He's very gay. None of that's nearly as interesting as the fact that Moe Malloch is also the son of the devil.
Literally. Satan's his dad.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/dea...
He's hot. He's clever. Good news, fellas. He's very gay. None of that's nearly as interesting as the fact that Moe Malloch is also the son of the devil.
Literally. Satan's his dad.
www.kickstarter.com/projects/dea...
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BEHOLD, The Pedestrian is on Good Reads. If this project is something you’ve dug and connected with, would you mind taking a moment and sharing your feelings with a quick review?
Thank you in advance!
@joeyesposito.bsky.social
Thank you in advance!
@joeyesposito.bsky.social
November 14, 2025 at 2:11 PM
BEHOLD, The Pedestrian is on Good Reads. If this project is something you’ve dug and connected with, would you mind taking a moment and sharing your feelings with a quick review?
Thank you in advance!
@joeyesposito.bsky.social
Thank you in advance!
@joeyesposito.bsky.social
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Oliver bringing the Heat!
Sneak peak at something I’m doing colors for. Art by @cmccormack414.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 2:52 AM
Oliver bringing the Heat!
Sneak peak at something I’m doing colors for. Art by @cmccormack414.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Sneak peak at something I’m doing colors for. Art by @cmccormack414.bsky.social
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TOMORROW! The Author Immortal #2 in comic shops everywhere!
FOC for The Author Immortal #2 is TODAY! Please ask your favorite local retailer to grab a copy and check out these beautiful pages from @morganbeem.bsky.social letters by Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou and logo/design by @sievish.bsky.social! @imagecomics.com
November 11, 2025 at 6:48 PM
TOMORROW! The Author Immortal #2 in comic shops everywhere!
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We’re so close to finishing the book!
A Ghost Arm Made of Angry Ghosts
Written and Colored by @mertzmakesstuff.com
Art by @alexdiotto.bsky.social
Lettering by @tayloresposito.bsky.social
Flats by @markcolorist.bsky.social
Edits by @junghulee.bsky.social
Coming next year from Oni Press
A Ghost Arm Made of Angry Ghosts
Written and Colored by @mertzmakesstuff.com
Art by @alexdiotto.bsky.social
Lettering by @tayloresposito.bsky.social
Flats by @markcolorist.bsky.social
Edits by @junghulee.bsky.social
Coming next year from Oni Press
November 11, 2025 at 3:56 PM
We’re so close to finishing the book!
A Ghost Arm Made of Angry Ghosts
Written and Colored by @mertzmakesstuff.com
Art by @alexdiotto.bsky.social
Lettering by @tayloresposito.bsky.social
Flats by @markcolorist.bsky.social
Edits by @junghulee.bsky.social
Coming next year from Oni Press
A Ghost Arm Made of Angry Ghosts
Written and Colored by @mertzmakesstuff.com
Art by @alexdiotto.bsky.social
Lettering by @tayloresposito.bsky.social
Flats by @markcolorist.bsky.social
Edits by @junghulee.bsky.social
Coming next year from Oni Press
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I’m back! Avengers 800! My first Marvel comic in many years & I reunite w/ my Ultimate Spidey partner Mark Bagley! "Thanks to everyone at Marvel for having me back for such an auspicious occasion. This is the 1st of some truly special Marvel projects that I will be part of in the near future.”
November 10, 2025 at 8:07 PM
I’m back! Avengers 800! My first Marvel comic in many years & I reunite w/ my Ultimate Spidey partner Mark Bagley! "Thanks to everyone at Marvel for having me back for such an auspicious occasion. This is the 1st of some truly special Marvel projects that I will be part of in the near future.”
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Damn I step away for an hour and yall showed up 😭♥️ pls buy my yuri to support my agenda lol 🥹
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/803164...
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/803164...
November 9, 2025 at 1:45 AM
Damn I step away for an hour and yall showed up 😭♥️ pls buy my yuri to support my agenda lol 🥹
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/803164...
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/803164...
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huh, i actually think the textures are working pretty good haha
November 8, 2025 at 7:24 PM
huh, i actually think the textures are working pretty good haha
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I feel like we have the opportunity to turn David Lynch's quote into this moment's "Keep Calm and Carry On" and it's a far better rallying cry too.
November 7, 2025 at 1:15 PM
I feel like we have the opportunity to turn David Lynch's quote into this moment's "Keep Calm and Carry On" and it's a far better rallying cry too.
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It's FOC for our little sci-fi/spy/action/family dramedy. Mr. Millar thinks you should tell your local comic shop to order you a copy now.
November 5, 2025 at 11:50 PM
It's FOC for our little sci-fi/spy/action/family dramedy. Mr. Millar thinks you should tell your local comic shop to order you a copy now.