William Robinson

The atmosphere at Comicpalooza 2026 was electric, filled with creators and fans alike, but one conversation stood out for its sharp, dark narrative focus. We had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with novelist Melissa Algood to discuss her creative evolution, her journey as an independent publisher, and the macabre fascinations that fuel her writing. To understand the voice of Melissa Algood, one must first look at the miles she has traveled.

As a premier Pan-African entertainment company, Etan Comics does not just create fiction; it acts as a custodian of culture. The publisher gathers, curates, and produces stories deeply rooted in the historical tales, oral traditions, and mythologies of various countries and regions across the African continent.

Jeff Folschinsky is an author who likes to blend horror with the absurd, with a dash of funny. His book Hell Incorporated recently won The Book Fest 2nd Place in the Fiction-Fantasy-Humorous Category. I was able to interview Mr. Folschinsky at the Eastern Rom Con and learn where his unique perspective comes from. If it’s weird, wired, or a little bit wicked, chances are Jeff Folschinsky has written a script about it.