Zak Simmonds-Hurn
@monstrouscomics.bsky.social
Comic Book artist at The Phoenix Comic! 🌱
I was digging through old sketchbooks the other day and realised that there was a point, years ago, when all my drawings in them were really tight and clean. That time has very much passed, my sketches are random and messy now. I'm not sure when that changed though?
December 19, 2025 at 9:36 PM
I was digging through old sketchbooks the other day and realised that there was a point, years ago, when all my drawings in them were really tight and clean. That time has very much passed, my sketches are random and messy now. I'm not sure when that changed though?
I've finished work for Christmas! Very excited to chill out for a couple of weeks now, it's been a busy year!
December 19, 2025 at 7:16 AM
I've finished work for Christmas! Very excited to chill out for a couple of weeks now, it's been a busy year!
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"AI presents a threat to UK comic creators, but it can be harnessed too, and businesses exploring that from within the industry need support."
Yeesh. Yes, it does. No, it can't and no, they do not.
Yeesh. Yes, it does. No, it can't and no, they do not.
With the publication of Comic Book UK’s “Vision for growth” white paper today – essentially the blueprint for everything the newly-formed trade association plan to do going forward – Mark Fuller, its Chief Executive outlines their strategy: downthetubes.net/game-on-why-...
December 17, 2025 at 3:23 PM
"AI presents a threat to UK comic creators, but it can be harnessed too, and businesses exploring that from within the industry need support."
Yeesh. Yes, it does. No, it can't and no, they do not.
Yeesh. Yes, it does. No, it can't and no, they do not.
Today is the two-year anniversary of the day I found out I was going to be a father!
Otherwise known as the anniversary of the day that my girlfriend unexpectedly thrust the positive pregnancy test in front of my face to hear me gormlessly respond "Whu-?? Covid??"
Otherwise known as the anniversary of the day that my girlfriend unexpectedly thrust the positive pregnancy test in front of my face to hear me gormlessly respond "Whu-?? Covid??"
December 14, 2025 at 9:13 AM
Today is the two-year anniversary of the day I found out I was going to be a father!
Otherwise known as the anniversary of the day that my girlfriend unexpectedly thrust the positive pregnancy test in front of my face to hear me gormlessly respond "Whu-?? Covid??"
Otherwise known as the anniversary of the day that my girlfriend unexpectedly thrust the positive pregnancy test in front of my face to hear me gormlessly respond "Whu-?? Covid??"
I don't know what it is about this panel, but I'm so happy with how it turned out!
From Legacy in The Phoenix.
Absolutely beautiful colours as always by
@fiverarts.bsky.social
And background assists by the awesome
@teamsmithy.bsky.social !
Written by Tom and Will Fickling, lettering by Kate Brown.
From Legacy in The Phoenix.
Absolutely beautiful colours as always by
@fiverarts.bsky.social
And background assists by the awesome
@teamsmithy.bsky.social !
Written by Tom and Will Fickling, lettering by Kate Brown.
December 11, 2025 at 1:45 PM
I don't know what it is about this panel, but I'm so happy with how it turned out!
From Legacy in The Phoenix.
Absolutely beautiful colours as always by
@fiverarts.bsky.social
And background assists by the awesome
@teamsmithy.bsky.social !
Written by Tom and Will Fickling, lettering by Kate Brown.
From Legacy in The Phoenix.
Absolutely beautiful colours as always by
@fiverarts.bsky.social
And background assists by the awesome
@teamsmithy.bsky.social !
Written by Tom and Will Fickling, lettering by Kate Brown.
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Just a heads up that @dfbstoryhouse.bsky.social are running the most insane giveaway of Neill Cameron books and related STUFF on their Instagram today. A complete set of Mega Robo Bros! Donut swag! The new donut squad book which ISN’T EVEN OUT YET! incredible scenes www.instagram.com/p/DR__h07Ddr...
David Fickling Books on Instagram: "It’s Day 8 of #DFBDecember2025 and we’ve got something very special for you! 🎉
Today we’re thrilled to bring you an exclusive @neillcameron giveaway. One lucky win...
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Today we’re thrilled to bring you an exclusive @neillcame...
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December 8, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Just a heads up that @dfbstoryhouse.bsky.social are running the most insane giveaway of Neill Cameron books and related STUFF on their Instagram today. A complete set of Mega Robo Bros! Donut swag! The new donut squad book which ISN’T EVEN OUT YET! incredible scenes www.instagram.com/p/DR__h07Ddr...
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Looks like you've got just a few days left to pick up a fantastic game that you know you were going to play eventually, the ludicrous action-melodrama that Shenmue evolved into, before they ruin it and increase the price from less than a tenner to fifty quid. Here's how they'll be ruining it:
PSA for anyone who needs it:
You are still able to buy Yakuza 0 from GOG in its original form and this is the recommended way to play, the Director's Cut changes some things for the worse.
See here to learn what was changed:
www.avclub.com/yakuza-0-dir...
You are still able to buy Yakuza 0 from GOG in its original form and this is the recommended way to play, the Director's Cut changes some things for the worse.
See here to learn what was changed:
www.avclub.com/yakuza-0-dir...
Yakuza 0 Director's Cut makes a great game worse while erasing gaming history
Yakuza 0 Director's Cut is out on Dec. 8. The issue? Its changes are ill-considered, and it's replacing the original on digital storefronts.
www.avclub.com
December 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Looks like you've got just a few days left to pick up a fantastic game that you know you were going to play eventually, the ludicrous action-melodrama that Shenmue evolved into, before they ruin it and increase the price from less than a tenner to fifty quid. Here's how they'll be ruining it:
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I've seen the McDonalds ad and of course it's hideous. An uncanny, misanthropic, artless nightmare.
Also extremely funny to see its generators (I refuse to call them creators because they didn't create shit) cry about slaving away for three measly weeks. Whoa, take a break Michelangelo!
Also extremely funny to see its generators (I refuse to call them creators because they didn't create shit) cry about slaving away for three measly weeks. Whoa, take a break Michelangelo!
December 8, 2025 at 11:40 PM
I've seen the McDonalds ad and of course it's hideous. An uncanny, misanthropic, artless nightmare.
Also extremely funny to see its generators (I refuse to call them creators because they didn't create shit) cry about slaving away for three measly weeks. Whoa, take a break Michelangelo!
Also extremely funny to see its generators (I refuse to call them creators because they didn't create shit) cry about slaving away for three measly weeks. Whoa, take a break Michelangelo!
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Here’s my Spotify Wrapped 🎵✨
December 3, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Here’s my Spotify Wrapped 🎵✨
youtube.com/watch?v=wJ82...
This just popped up on a playlist and I forgot how great it is, so had to share. You're welcome 😂
This just popped up on a playlist and I forgot how great it is, so had to share. You're welcome 😂
Ugly Duckling - Rio De Janeiro
YouTube video by tirsobust
youtube.com
December 3, 2025 at 2:12 PM
youtube.com/watch?v=wJ82...
This just popped up on a playlist and I forgot how great it is, so had to share. You're welcome 😂
This just popped up on a playlist and I forgot how great it is, so had to share. You're welcome 😂
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stranger things season 1 / season 5
November 27, 2025 at 12:18 PM
stranger things season 1 / season 5
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This looks amazing!!
Hey all! Just wanted to let you guys know that my upcoming book Legacy, written by Tom and Will Fickling, will be released in May 2026! Here's a first look at the cover!
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
November 29, 2025 at 1:32 PM
This looks amazing!!
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Get a MASSIVE 30% OFF my GIANT SKETCHBOOKS from 28th November to 2nd December using the code ELSKETCHBOOK30 at checkout! Just search "Etherington Brothers Sketchbooks" in google - the Lulu store page will be the top result :)
November 29, 2025 at 7:36 AM
Get a MASSIVE 30% OFF my GIANT SKETCHBOOKS from 28th November to 2nd December using the code ELSKETCHBOOK30 at checkout! Just search "Etherington Brothers Sketchbooks" in google - the Lulu store page will be the top result :)
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Hey all! Just wanted to let you guys know that my upcoming book Legacy, written by Tom and Will Fickling, will be released in May 2026! Here's a first look at the cover!
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
November 28, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Hey all! Just wanted to let you guys know that my upcoming book Legacy, written by Tom and Will Fickling, will be released in May 2026! Here's a first look at the cover!
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
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Cancel that, I just found three more
There is ONE signed copy of (Carnegie-nominated!) Kickflip left on my Etsy shop if people are looking for a signed and dedicated festive gift!
www.etsy.com/uk/listing/4...
www.etsy.com/uk/listing/4...
November 28, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Cancel that, I just found three more
Post the last 4 games you played!
November 28, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Post the last 4 games you played!
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I hear the backgrounds get really good in book 3.
Hey all! Just wanted to let you guys know that my upcoming book Legacy, written by Tom and Will Fickling, will be released in May 2026! Here's a first look at the cover!
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
November 28, 2025 at 7:19 PM
I hear the backgrounds get really good in book 3.
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Zak, Tom and Will have created an awesome world that feels like it's one of classic cartoon adventures of yore! Bring on next May!! @the-phoenix-comic.bsky.social
Hey all! Just wanted to let you guys know that my upcoming book Legacy, written by Tom and Will Fickling, will be released in May 2026! Here's a first look at the cover!
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
November 28, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Zak, Tom and Will have created an awesome world that feels like it's one of classic cartoon adventures of yore! Bring on next May!! @the-phoenix-comic.bsky.social
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Look at this absolute BEAUT 😍
Hey all! Just wanted to let you guys know that my upcoming book Legacy, written by Tom and Will Fickling, will be released in May 2026! Here's a first look at the cover!
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
November 28, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Look at this absolute BEAUT 😍
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Get your kids this and sneakily read it yourself
Hey all! Just wanted to let you guys know that my upcoming book Legacy, written by Tom and Will Fickling, will be released in May 2026! Here's a first look at the cover!
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
November 28, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Get your kids this and sneakily read it yourself
Hey all! Just wanted to let you guys know that my upcoming book Legacy, written by Tom and Will Fickling, will be released in May 2026! Here's a first look at the cover!
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
November 28, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Hey all! Just wanted to let you guys know that my upcoming book Legacy, written by Tom and Will Fickling, will be released in May 2026! Here's a first look at the cover!
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
(I am incredibly excited about it!)
A work in progress 🙂
November 25, 2025 at 3:22 PM
A work in progress 🙂