Last week I was at this panel discussing the upcoming graphic novel version of Kim Fupz Aakeson’s novel “De Gale” (The Mad) with Fupz himself, writer Erik Barfoed who converted the text into comic book form and artist Mikkel Sommer. Though Fupz has a background in cartooning, he did not want to take it upon himself […]
Film School Confidential: CONTRASTS
As promised, here are some highlights from this week’s programme at the National Film School of Denmark’s screenwriting Master Class: Monday we looked at how characters are introduced, studying the first sequences from The Godfather Part III, and in the afternoon I had a meeting with my script consultant, who gave me this book by John […]
On the move: AWARD SHOWS AND RELEASE PARTIES
No, I didn’t win anything and no, I didn’t release anything. But it’s been a good week for anyone interested in Danish comics, as Tuesday was the revival of the once-prestigious Ping Award and Thursday saw the much-awaited release of Thomas Thorhauge’s collection of film portraits Det Sidste Ord (The Last Word). The award show in […]
Work in progress: SECRET PROJECT PART II
No, I won’t tell you what this is about just yet. This is just a teaser page for a project I’m doing with Brooklyn-based writer Chris Miskiewicz. We previously did a story on Activate with a lot of fish in it. This one has ghosts and dumplings. Subscribe to my newsletter, I’ll be sure to […]
Breaking News: SHORT STORY ON POPCORN FICTION
I’ve really looked forward to posting this: My first English language short story has been accepted for Popcorn Fiction! So while still unpublished in Denmark, I am now part of the Scandinavian crime fiction wave. Seems my taste in noir fits the American audience. Let’s hope the trend continues! For my story Black Heart and more […]
Working Methods: OPPOSING WILLS
A wants B. B wants C. Drama ensues. This is page 1 in the book. But just because it’s bleeding obvious, doesn’t mean you can’t miss it. I almost did, in teen crime book I wrote recently. The idea had been simmering for a long time. It had taken on different forms through the years, different […]