Edward Ross

Hello new followers! A quick introduction... I'm Edward Ross, an Edinburgh-based comic artist, mainly making non-ficiton comics! My latest book is Graphic Novel Builder: The Illustrated Guide to Making Your Own Comics, which is aimed at young people aged 11+ wanting to make their own comics.

Hey, 'Jacques pays the price' is now available for digital download, and pre-order for the physical version. I'm aiming to have the books printed in the next 3 weeks in time for @thoughtbubbleuk.bsky.social, if you'd prefer to pick up a copy in person. www.etsy.com/uk/shop/chri...

I wrote my first newsletter in almost a year! An update on what I've been working on (but also not an update on that because I'm SWORN TO SECRECY on my current project) Some cool stuff: 🪐 How To Design A Universe 🧫 My Antimicrobial Resistance Comic 🎃 Horror! thumbnails.beehiiv.com/p/thumbnails...

All set up at @tagsfest.co.uk with the @selkieawards.org nominated I Know The Way Out, the Selkie award winning Introduction To Charts, the all new Just Work, and my pop culture meets politics zines! Here until 5pm. Drill Hall, Edinburgh.

🎃 Fairy Tales For The Apocalypse New post about institutional neglect, people power, repression, Reagan’s America and the DREEEEEEEAM WARRIORS. grave-offerings.ghost.io/fairy-tales-...

This is incredible. Super useful guide for artists (especially comic artists) thinking about, and getting data on, how long it takes to make a graphic novel. This is something I'm coming up against now - gathering the data, but also really working at the limits of what is possible and healthy.

Submissions are now OPEN for our 2027 comics! You have until *1st December* to get your ideas in. Check the submissions guide on our website for all the important info: thirdbearpress.com/submissions If you have any questions, please ask!

hello! Today's the anniversary of my first wee trad published book. So for new followers: a gamebook thread This one's good for the: - ttRPG-curious but can't get a group together - DM who wants a night off - nerdy parent/ relative who wants to induct a young person into dungeon crawling life

So glad Palantir, with its fingers all over our NHS medical data, likes to surveil and implicitly threaten our political representatives. Nothing to worry about here I suspect. www.foxglove.org.uk/campaigns/an...

An all-new illustrated piece for my newsletter about horror sequels, diminishing returns and completionism! grave-offerings.ghost.io/chapter-ii-r...

I've been working on a new Jacques book that I'm aiming to have ready for @thoughtbubbleuk.bsky.social this year. I'll have more information on where and when this can be purchased online soon, but for the time being I just really wanted to share the cover.

This is fantastic! A must read for comic creators working in Scotland, but also comic appreciators, funders and educators in Scotland, and comic creators further afield.

💯 (I need to remind myself this daily. It's a lot easier to hear at 4.30pm when you've still got panels to go!)

Some of my favourite resources about comics making! smallpress.scot/articles/how... I kept answering Qs or doing talks where I rec'd resources or gave out PDF guides, & wanted to make them more publicly accessible. So now they're up at @smallpress.scot 👍 Here's the pic version

Fran's work is sooo good. This is well worth checking out and supporting!

With the creative community growing on Bluesky, I thought I’d reshare this resource on Mental Health for Creative Freelancers! Written by me, illustrated by some extremely talented artists. It covers everything from money worries to imposter syndrome to burnout: societyofauthors.org/2022/11/12/v...

Whenever I post about Dead End, I see people who didn't know it was based on graphic novels or that I have a brand new series which has all the same diversity, world-building and heart. Go-Man is inspired by my childhood special interest in Godzilla and Pokemon but is much more than that.

Commissions are open ✨ email or dm me for illustrations, tattoo design, video game work and comics!

Lots of reminders today on Bluesky that creators should shout about their own work more. I make the excuse that I'm busy working on the next thing, but surely I can take a minute to talk about the last thing?

📢 Do you want to fix Scottish comics? Let's come up with some solutions! Join us on 9th September at 7pm for an online roundtable to discuss the future of Scotland's indie comic scene, in collaboration with CCIC and @chipcollective.bsky.social. More info in 🧵👇 RSVP: eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-c...

Scotland has a rich history of comics (The Beano, first published in 1938 has now sold 2 billion copies, more than any comic outside Japan). We share 10 great Scottish comics for kids and YA. Thanks @booktrust.org.uk for featuring us! www.booktrust.org.uk/book-recomme... #Comics #Scotland #Booksky

The Luddites were right by the way. They were violently suppressed by the military, working on behalf of the factory owners. Chartists and other activists took up the fight of Luddism to win us back worker rights. George, just have a read of this mate: tomhumberstone.com/luddites

The Luddites loved technology. They owned looms at home and would ‘mod’ them to count threads. Their battle was against worker exploitation. The degradation of their rights, safety and wages. They were against a handful of rich businessmen owning the means of production. Sound familiar?

The Scottish Comics itch Bundle is now LIVE! Get 30 indie comics from a small selection of the talented creators who call Scotland home, all for only $20! All profits split between the creators, with 13% of proceeds going to PCRF to help provide urgent aid in Gaza. 🩵 BUY: itch.io/b/3727/scott...

Delighted that Graphic Novel Builder has won the UKLA Book Awards Shadowers Choice' in Info 3-14+ Thanks to all the teachers and students who voted! "No matter who you are or what your age is, this book invites everyone to learn, create, and connect through the power of graphic novels" -UKLA Judge

My latest science comic just dropped! A collaboration between me, @target-amr.bsky.social @ksbakes.bsky.social and Prof. Paul Flowers. Very cool bringing the story of antimicrobial resistance to life, with an interesting detour to Victorian epidemiology and the story of Cholera hunter John Snow!

Edinburgh based Quindrie Press is returning its final profits to the creative community through a new comic fund. By excluding previously backed projects the initiative mirrors recent shifts to protect spaces for creators without existing financial momentum.

I've joined over 300 artists, arts organisations, academics, think tanks and campaigners who have signed this open letter. Add your name. Tell Scotland's political parties and cultural institutions to deliver a basic income for artists: actionnetwork.org/forms/an-ope...

The Quindrie Comic Fund is open for submissions until 31st July 5pm! UK-based comic creators can apply for up to £1000 to put towards a comic project or goal. Read more details on eligibilty and how to apply here: quindriepress.com/fund 🐉

Getting hyped for the español edition of Graphic Novel Builder aka Cómo construir una novela gráfica, out soon from Reservoir Books! And extra hyped to be visiting Barcelona in May for @comicbcn.bsky.social!

We had @kaymedaglia.bsky.social (creator of #ComicTherapy and #OneYearWiser) round the office, where they gave us the rundown on their favourite #SelfMadeHero graphic novels! Which ones are on your bookshelf?

You have until MONDAY to get your submissions in! Scottish Comic Creators we want to see your work!

A few weeks ago Carla and little Leo went to the library and brought back this lovely book by @edwardross.bsky.social "for daddy" 🥰 Highly recommended to anyone wishing to make #comics and not knowing where to start ✏️ It also reveal the coolest thing about comics: you just need pencil and paper! ✏️

Decided to upload digital copies of my zines, comics, and poetry comics to itch.io You can get them all for £4 each here: tomhumberstone.itch.io

💙 SCOTTISH COMIC CREATORS! 💙 Submit your comic to the Scottish Comics Itch Bundle, which will go up for sale later this summer! 25% of profits will go to charities aiding Palestine and the rest will be split among creators. More info in the thread below! 🔗 Submit comics: forms.gle/n7BzZWwJPqm9...

Fran is one of the best artists I know. Just absolutely stunning work every time!

Hi! I'm looking for illustration work! Recently been doing doing a lot of work in TTRPGs and would love to do more of that, as well as anything fantasy or historical. My portfolio: www.franmorton.com Contact: malgremort@gmail.com

The Quindrie Comic Fund will open for submissions in May! UK-based comic creators can apply for up to £1000 to put towards a comic project or goal. Read more details and sign up to be notified when submissions open here: quindriepress.com/fund 🐉

The Scots Language Publication Grant @scottishbooktrust.bsky.social is open for entries and closes on the 25th Feb! If you are working on a book that is written in Scots, I’d encourage you to apply. I’d love to see more picture books win this grant! www.scottishbooktrust.com/writing-and-...

HELLO I'm so delighted to finally officially share A TRUE GENTLEMAN, the graphic novel I’ve been working on for the last few years & is very close to my heart. Inspired by a lot of real queer & trans history and my own disability, with big marsh, big ships & BIG YEARNING #books

My free masterclass is available now if you are interested

hello, I’m doing an online talk with the AOI Edinburgh illustrators’ meet-up in Feb - answering YOUR Qs about whatever, there are no stupid questions - for Edinburgh based illustrators from any bg, you do NOT need to be a AOI member to attend - more info & tix at bio.site/roughdraft

Hi, looking for some illustration work at the moment, send me a message if you'd like some art for your project. You can also email me at olliemnjones@gmail.com Thanks!

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In Edinburgh this weekend? Pop down to La Belle Adventure at 225 Leith Walk to check out the work of all of our fantastic winners and nominees for 2025! 🦭

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