Grasspeople number 1 to be released this summer

Grasspeople Number 1 to be released this summer. Check out some of the artwork below for the book. I also have my author proofs and I'm just about ready to go! 

Grasspeople is a story that I wrote back in 1997. I started drawing the artwork then and got about halfway through the pencils. At that time, I was working in animation and this project ended up on the shelf along with Prisoner of the Mind. Rediscovering the story last year in a box of forgotten things, It revived my energy in the idea and I knew I had to finish it. The story itself is not a new idea, there are countless stories about a book, but this one is about the people that care for a book about the people. The Grasspeople story arc is roughly 5 books, but who knows where this will take me. Let's start the journey together next summer.

Grasspeople synopsis:

Monk is the son of an alchemist and the archivist of his people’s history. On his thirteenth birthday following the tradition of his people, Monk sets off on an inner journey to find himself on the way to becoming a man. Along his spiritual odyssey, he discovers his worst nightmares that challenge his inner strength. Using the knowledge of his people that was passed down through generations, he learns who he really is, but at great personal sacrifice.

Splash page from Grasspeople

Inspiration on the table.

Movie style poster ready for release.

Here's a close up of the cover.

Grasspeople limited edition box sets for Comic Con 2016.

Each box is one of a kind, wrapped in leather, pigskin, and (vegan) version is burlap and topped off with a vintage metal mini-sword adorned with hand set gems.

Collectors sets include signed and numbered copies of the author's copies of Grasspeople.

Each box features a one of a kind hand made buckle.

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Buzzfeed published animated comic book covers, and mine made it in.

You can see mine above and check out the rest here on Buzzfeed.

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Prisoner of the Mind Issue #5 comic is available digitally and in print.

Prisoner of the Mind issue number 5 is out today digital and in print.

Prisoner of the Mind #5  Buy the digital edition here on Comixology.

Written by: Allan Linder Cover by: Allan Linder Art by: Allan Linder Price: $2.99 Black Rose This is the 5th issue in the Prisoner of the Mind series. Cole soon fears that staying alive will test his moral fiber and his friendships. He doesn't know who to trust and he even questions himself. Cole tries everything to get to the bottom of it, but the only person holding the key is abducted right before his eyes. Will he reunite with Jasmine, his former lover and clear his name, or remain a wanted man? Buy now on comiXology!

Prisoner of the Mind #5 print edition is available here.

I've been working like a fiend on several new titles so I am taking a break from Prisoner of the Mind for a couple of months following this issue. But here is a sneak peek at what I'm working on next. Grasspeople.

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Prisoner of the Mind issue 5 released on Comixology and in print Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 10 am

Work is moving along and it's time to release issue number 5 Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 10 am. All of the links will go live on this date. Thanks for all the great support, and if you haven't checked out the other issues, they are here on Comixology.

Prisoner of the Mind #5

Written by: Allan Linder Cover by: Allan Linder Art by: Allan Linder Price: $2.99 Black Rose This is the 5th issue in the Prisoner of the Mind series. Cole soon fears that staying alive will test his moral fiber and his friendships. He doesn't know who to trust and he even questions himself. Cole tries everything to get to the bottom of it, but the only person holding the key is abducted right before his eyes. Will he reunite with Jasmine, his former lover and clear his name, or remain a wanted man? Buy 1-27-16 on comiXology!

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Prisoner of the Mind volume one alternate cover

Here is my first alternative cover for Prisoner of the Mind volume one. I know it's been a little while since my last post but as know, the more time an artist has to draw and paint, the less time they have to socialize. This new alternate cover edition will be released in the first of 2016. I have been working on Prisoner of the Mind volume two and getting ready to release the 5th installment of Prisoner of the Mind on Comixology. I also have my second title coming in 2016 called Grass People. After the holidays, I'll have try to catch up on all of my posts.

Have a happy holiday and an awesome new year!

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Happy Halloween!

The scary days are almost gone, now it's time to get back to work.

Starting next year I have 3 new titles I am working on. In addition to that I will be shooting teasers for each book, some animated and some live action. There will also be an art exhibit associated with the release of the book. Most likely NYC for the first show, then possibly a US tour for the rest of it. Check back for more info.

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Inktober comic book cover drawings Prisoner of the Mind

So, I thought I would start off Inktober with an idea to take a drawing that will evolve into a cover of one of my books. It's obviously set in the Prisoner of the Mind universe. But you'll have to wait and see where the finished version turns up. Anyway, here is my process. It all started with a doodle of a cityscape on the horizon. (see above) 

Here is the beginning of the futuristic cityscape that I am adding on to. At this phase of the drawing, I'm trying to figure out some depth to expand on the original drawing.

I am making the city come alive with people and vehicles all interacting with each other. I'm trying to get that busy NYC street feel.

I've got the basic layout done, now I'm fine tuning the people and vehicle details.

Let's get on with the inking part. I'm fleshing out the details and features of the people and buildings. My pencil is pretty loose on this one leaving a lot of room for interpretation with ink.

In addition to that drawing, I have done another of my main character Cole falling backward out of a window. I just finished inking this one too, and once the cityscape is completed (see below) I will put them both together in photoshop for the finished product.

Ok, here is the final ink of the cityscape with all of the people walking here and there. Flying cars fill the sky with busy intersections below.

Here is the composited black and white image.

This is the beginning of the color composition. There is a lot more to do here, so check back as I work on this one. I should have it finished up in a week or two.

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