Comic Crusaders Podcast #666: Simon Birks and Willi Roberts Open the Door to Cosmic Horror with The Thing On The Doorstep

The Comic Crusaders Podcast reaches a fitting milestone with Episode #666, and what better way to celebrate this devilishly fun episode than by diving into a chilling new horror series.

Host Al Mega welcomes writer Simon Birks and artist Willi Roberts, the creative team behind the upcoming Top Cow / Image Comics mini-series The Thing On The Doorstep. The five-issue series brings readers into a haunting world of psychological dread and supernatural mystery, inspired by classic cosmic horror traditions while delivering a fresh modern storytelling approach.

During the episode, Birks and Roberts discuss their creative journeys, how the project came together, and the challenges of translating horror into the visual language of comics. Roberts also shares insight into crafting the atmosphere and tension that make horror comics truly effective. The conversation explores the unique collaborative process between writer and artist, the importance of pacing and mood in horror storytelling, and what readers can expect as the story unfolds across its five-issue run.

For fans of horror comics and psychological thrillers, The Thing On The Doorstep promises an unsettling and unforgettable ride.

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📚 Learn More: The Thing On The Doorstep #1 (of 5)
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Al Mega: I'm Al Mega the CEO of Comic Crusaders, CEO of the Undercover Capes Podcast Network, CEO of Geekery Magazine & Owner of Splintered Press (coming soon). I'm a fan of comics, cartoons and old school video games. Make sure to check out our podcasts/vidcasts and more!