December 2011
209 posts
Hate The Vampire Curse in Skyrim
HATE IT SO MUCH.
jamesvenhaus asked: Gail, I just wanted to drop you a line to say thanks for your writing. I'm one of those "lapsed readers" that got back into comics due to the New 52. I've haven't read comics consistently since the late 80's. The new stuff has been great fun, especially Batgirl. When I asked my friends what I should read, they all said, "don't follow a character or a...
blugoblin asked: I know I know, I won't shut up...lol. But I have yet another question for you, Gail. What is your opinion on SOPA?
Okay, So I'm Playing Skyrim
Anyone have good leveling tips? I am a Nord Barbarian.
Wishing Everyone A Happy Holidays
I know not everyone is having a wonderful holiday, maybe they’re sad, or lonely, or unwell, or unhappy with their work or lack thereof.
I hope that you have the best holiday possible under the circumstances, if that’s the case, and that NEXT year blows the doors off of this year for you.
Wishing everyone a happy holidays and lots of gratitude for all your support and kind thoughts!
Comics And The Power Of Emotion
I got this lovely note in my ask box. I’m not going to post the name because I don’t know if the poster involved wanted her name used. It got me thinking:
“I just wanted to thank you. I know it sounds extremely cheesy/lame, but I just appreciate all of your work so much - especially Birds of Prey and the new Batgirl. I’m a huge Barbara fan, and for some reason, reading...
blugoblin asked: I have a fun question for you, Gail. If you had a chance to write a comic series based off a popular cartoon from either the 80s or 90s, which would you do?
And Then They Did A Shout-Out To Ryan Choi And I...
fyeahlilbitoeverything:
RRRRRRRRRRRRYYYYYYYYYYAAAAAAAAAAN.
Who shouted shouty things?
I am man. And steel. ...Sometimes.: So an... →
durkinator27:
Gail Simone, one of the best comic writers out there these days, reblogged one of my posts. Except instead of anything remotely insightful I’ve ever posted it was a picture of naked Bane from Secret Six with me being a fanboy about it. So that’s kind of embarrassing.
But I guess that’s okay…
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Oh, sweetie, I am so NOT an important person.
But thank you for the...
blugoblin asked: Hello, Gail. I want to know how you deal with the nitpickers and whiners who say you insult them with having Barbara back in the cowl. I've heard so many people criticize you and DC for basically getting rid of Oracle. I do miss Oracle, but I grew up with Barbara as Batgirl. I am loving the stories you tell. How do you deal with the readers who whine about Batgirl?
shearsandsnares asked: I've read several books that you've worked on and created and I've noticed you have a penchant for more "fringe" or "darker" characters on the whole and that you really shine when you're writing for underdogs or characters that aren't as a-list/Hollywood/big name and what have you. Given a choice to work on another book, do you think you'd want to...
pivitor asked: So after reading your post about Knockout this morning, it got me thinking: Had Kay not been killed and had been a regular in the Secret Six monthly from the beginning, what character do you think you would have left out? Do you think you still would have created Jeannette? Just curious how it would have changed the lineout and Scandal's storylines (I'm assuming no Liana if Kay had...
jovenistheworst:
reverse-goliath:
I do not like Christian Bale
I don’t even know why and I won’t try to justify it
You are my soul mate.
Worst thing in every Batman film. There, I SAID IT.
The Knitting Cartoonist: Gail Simone Tweeted And... →
knittingcartoonist:
This is amazing. I… I just mentioned it to her because I was happy to see that she was a crocheter and that maybe there was an audience for something like this after all.
Gail Simone is the reason why I’ve wanted to be a comic book artist since I was 12 years old. The woman is my hero. Whenever I…
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You are way too kind. A talented cartoonist doing...
tumblrdoale asked: Gail, of all the wonderful new characters you created, which one are you most anxious about bringing into the DCnU? I, myself, am looking forward to see Achilles. I just love him and I think he has such potential!
endlesskng asked: What WAS the gift that Barbara got in Batgirl 4? I'm still not sure what it is!
Aww!
THIS WEBCOMIC is ADORABLE! It’s a great, funny comic about knitting and crocheting. Go look! http://worstedforwear.com/
“@evajackie I hope u can read english, because your magazine is a poor...”
– -Rihanna’s response to Eva Kroes, editor of Jackie mag, about their “Niggabitch” article.
I think I love her.
(via femmenoire)
offish team RiRi. OFFISH.
(via so-treu)
Well, I’m a fan.
(via dumbthingswhitepplsay)
I LOVE YOU, RIHANNA.
(via she-hulk-smash)
Joy!
Secret Six Gets Best Single Issue of the Year
at IGN.com!
http://www.ign.com/wikis/best-of-2011/Best_Single_Issue
They give our final issue, Secret Six #36, Best Single Issue of the Year.
Nifty, good way for the Six to go out! :)
Thanks, everyone!
darkestknight32 asked: During Greg Rucka's run on Wonder Woman he hinted at Diana being bisexual, had you ever considered exploring this side of the Amazons. Also was the end of her relationship with Tom Tresser your decision or a call from a higher power, also where did you stand on the Diana Prince secret identity, are you for or against? Finally Happy Holidays from Ireland and a huge fan. Roland :)
tumblrshowsmenaughtypictures asked: In the first issue of Villains United, the Fiddler gets killed and replaced by Catman. But was that their first mission? I find myself wondering if there were other members of the six who were killed-and-replaced behind the scenes before that. Are there any SECRET Secret Six members that we never saw?
jimmytheorc asked: If Secret Six ever comes back, could you please put an obese male character on the team so that there's someone I could cosplay?
collababortion asked: I know this is waaaay out of left field, but do you watch Community? I recently heard Dan Harmon (the creator of the show) state that two of the ensemble cast - Jeff and Britta - were the opposites of The Office's Jim and Pam. (Bear with me here, I swear this is pertinent.) It got me to thinking about how the Community characters are akin to the Secret 6 - they may do "good"...
kryptoswag asked: Hello, I recently picked up the book Masked and I just finished reading your story, Thug. Many times it had my eyes getting watery, especially the part about his mom and angels, which was just heartbreaking. I just wanted to thank you for writing such a beautiful, touching story.
beamkatanachronicles asked: Gail, I don't know if you've already shared your thoughts on this, but how do you feel about Bane being in The Dark Knight Rises?
Anyone who says Bane is a horrible character has...
operationfailure:
Ted knows what he’s talking about.
Agreed. Great origin, great tortured soul…what’s not to love?
fyeahlilbitoeverything asked: What would Jeannette get the others for the Holidays?
iseekum asked: What would Ragdoll get the other Sixers for Christmas?
fyeahlilbitoeverything asked: Well, there are actually quite a bit of interesting discussions about the privilege (usually status wise and culturally) involved in Veganism, which is where a lot of the criticism comes from in social justice circles. Not saying that's something that NEEDS to be addressed but it's just like, yeah, a lot of the criticism is "Teehee, only losers don't eat meat!" but...
drivewayblues asked: I've been noticing that that comics prices don't actually reflect the number of pages with story in a book (i.e. check out $2.99 books to $3.99 books). The rest of these pages are, for the most part, in house ads for other books or merch. How come the companies don't sell space to companies that at least reflect the type of book or content in the book. Like, an Iron Man or Batman...
unlessitsomehowmissesyou-deacti asked: I just finally got around to reading Batgirl 4, and there was one little bit in it that made me extremely happy. The vegan couple is one of the first times I have ever seen vegans portrayed in a way that is not negative. It might seem pretty small, but that's awesome to see, so thank you.
vejigante asked: Have you ever thought of pitching a Secret Six video game? If you did, what type would be? I kinda figured on something as over the top as the Saints Row games.
“Why is it so difficult for many white folks to understand that racism is...”
– bell hooks (via cuntflavor)
oh-friend-you-left-me-speechless asked: I don't know if you have read Huntress #3 yet or heard of the possibility that The current Huntress in the DC Universe might be Helena Wayne.If you have what is your thoughts and opinions. I don't know WHAT I would do in a DC Universe without Helena Bertinelli... :(
fyeahlilbitoeverything asked: So are you coordinating with Scott Snyder? I know he's said he wants to use Batgirl in Batman at some point.
Differently Digital
Okay, I’ve tried most of the formats now! Here’s my rundown. First, cell phones. Too small for me. They work for Archie comics and things like that. But I just find it unpleasant. It’s like listening to music through an ear bud held a foot away from your head. Same for the PSP. Nice selection, but the screen is just not big enough to enjoy the art and layouts. A nice try, but it...