Note:Xenocrayon is taking a break and will resume printing in 2002.

Xenocrayon is a small publishing press, devoted to publishing comic strips, fiction and opinion. It was set up by Iain Grant in early 1999, and produces a variety of good quality publications. It has attracted readers and contributers from around the world and serves as a platform for newcomers and established artists alike. All comics are currently printed in A4 format in black and white.

Current titles available to buy NOW!:

Xenocrayon #1:

Issue one was originally published in summer 2000. It showcases stories by Iain Grant with artwork by Leonie O'Moore, Richard J Smith and Mathew Pallet.

Review from TRS2:

'Plastic' showcases Leonie O'Moore's talent for varying between comicbook styles that seem British, Italian and Japanese in origin. 'Bottle/Angel'is a text piece by writer of this anthology, Iain Grant. It seems to be a recent Christina Agueilara single warped beyond all lack of talent and sculpted into a wonderful story spanning tenderness and aired blood. Richard J. Smith applies his chaotic and explosive sharp splotch to a hilarious sequel to Goldilocks which literally had me in stitches. Rounded off by'A New Dope', a retelling of the opening chapters of the popular 70s cinemythology. Evenly illustrated by Matthew Pallet, its not the best of the collection, but it did raise a little smile. If the quality of this issue is anything to go by, well we'll have a hit.

Xenocrayon #2:

The second anthology contains more strips and includes work by Marc Olivent, B.J. Wilson, Richard J. Smith,Paul Martin and Derek Callanan.

Issue #3 coming soon.

Xenocrayon #3:

Issue three is an extra large edition, but in the smaller A5 format. It's currently on sale.

Hugh Jazz #1

Xenocrayons first series title. Hugh Jazz was a comic born of confused childhood memories of the t.v. superspies of the '70's. Illustrated by the anarchic Richard J. Smith, Hugh Jazz is delightfully irreverent reference filled piece of joyous nonsense.

Issue #2 coming soon.

Xenocrayon are usually on the look out for new contributers, however, they are taking a year out and work on the comic is set to resume in 2002. Contact: xenocrayon@hotmail.com

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