Friday, February 29, 2008
GeekDesk
Another dispatch, this time from Ken of the GeekDad blog. Be sure to check out his recent post on a functional Lego harpsichord.
Sadie and the Squid
Here's a photographic dispatch from Glenn, who also happens to own Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #1.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Comics are once again available for sale
Here is a list of frequently asked questions regarding the sale and distribution of Laugh-Out-Loud Cats comics:
If I order a comic, can I request what you put in it?
Sure! You can, but you don't have to. Lots of comics in the archives are the result of requests, though most aren't. There's a place on the paypal checkout to make a note, but if you don't see it you can email me. You can also request a cameo by a previously established character.
Also, I try to keep things on a "general audience" level (though if depictions of duck-hating, thievery, vandalization, loitering, and true tales of prison life offend you, you may want to click away. Also, I tend to glorify cigar smoking to a certain degree).
Do you smoke cigars?
No.
If I order a comic, how long will it take to get to me?
Generally a couple of weeks, though once in a while it can take longer if there's a backlog or other projects I'm up to my elbows in. If you have to have one right away (as a gift or something), I can usually make an exception. Again, feel free to email.
Why isn't the comic you sent me in the archive?
There are several reasons this may happen from time to time. One: I only post one or two a day now, so usually there are a bunch waiting to be posted. Two: I can't tell you the second reason at the moment.
Do you send comics outside North America?
Yes, at no extra charge.
When I buy a comic, do I own the copyright?
No, but you can post any of the comics on your blog or website (as long as you link back to this blog somewhere). You can also use them for buddy icons or avatars and such.
What's with the picture of Edmund and Regan?
I dunno. I found it in the creative commons pool on flickr.
I have a question but I can't think of it at the moment.
Go ahead and post it in the comments.
Are you grateful for my support?
Yes. Yes I am.
(No one's actually asked that last one.)
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #767 (and a note)
If you never played Zork, there is still time. Check out what's in the mailbox!
Special thanks to Andrew for the idea.
---also please note the following information---
Comics will go back on sale sometime tonight, with some FAQs.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #766 again
I'm testing out a new template here. There may be a few more adjustments on the way. I shoulda started posting these larger long ago.
Sandwiched in among giants
Groening, Herriman, Kelly, Koford, Larson, Marlette
Originally uploaded by trainman74
Monday, February 25, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #765
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #765
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad
You may want a bigger view of this one.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #764 and a note
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #764
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad
This one was a special request. The lands of the Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe and Hobotopia come crashing together.
In the coming days, you may expect:
The return of comics being available for sale (now at twice the price... KIDDING!) I'll also have a sort of primer on the whole process for those who are new 'round here or who may have emailed me (I've been meaning to get back with you, really I have).
Your book. If you ordered a signed one.
Some slight redesigns to the blog here and there. Maybe a new template. I dunno. We'll see.
Also some more experimental installments. If I have the time.
Thank you.
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Friday, February 22, 2008
Thursday, February 21, 2008
fling! whizz! bonk! An announcement.
Onomatopedia.com
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Earlier today on twitter I was making some attempts at wit in regards to wikipedia (for the record, wackypedia.com and wikipediatrician.com are both unavailable). A couple of comments later, cartoonist Pat Lewis sez: "Not sure if you're interested, but onomatopoedia.com is still available."
That got me thinking, and a few hours later (and your standard Web 2.0 letter removal) onomatopedia is here. It's based on the same sort of thing I've been doing here: drawing pictures in exchange for money. There may or may not be hoboes. We'll see.
There will be some samples in the coming days, and I certainly don't think anyone should order anything before then.
This has no effect on either Kitteh or Pip. Clyde seemed upset about it though.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #761 and another note regarding books
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #761
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
All signed books are in the mail, to points both foreign and domestic.
Please note: some of you may receive more than one in the mail. This is my error and I accept full responsibility for it.
If you do receive an accidental second copy, here are your options:
Give away one of them. Perhaps as a gift.
Or maybe you can frame it, though I don't recommend this option.
You could also bury one as a gift to future residents of your community. A time capsule, if you will. Please be sure to encase it in concrete prior to burial and notify your local department of records as to when it should be unearthed. You might want to throw some other stuff in there too. Avoid perishables.
Another thing to consider: if you haven't received your book within about a week or so (the "or so" especially applies to books sent outside North America), do not hesitate to email me. Thank you.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #760
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #760
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
By this time tomorrow, nearly all of the signed copies of the book will be in the mail.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #759
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #759
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Let me just get this out of the way up front: Aaaaaawwwwwwwwww.
Also! Most of the signed books are in the mail. More will go out tomorrow, and the last of them will be in the mail by Thursday.
I should have posted this on Valentine's Day
There isn't enough Laura Cantrell on YouTube. This song also appears on one of the Mono Puff albums, sung by John Flansburgh of They Might Be Giants.
Monday, February 18, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #758, and a note
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #758
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
I'm still busily inscribing books and sending them.
HOWEVER, it was brought to my attention this morning that all post offices are closed so that we may all remember our dear departed presidents of days past. Pour a flask on the curb in memory of Harding (perhaps the worst of them all), or maybe Buchanan (who some speculate was our first homosexual president. Google it), or perhaps big fat William Howard Taft, who was given a special chair when he visited the Mission Inn in Riverside, California. He didn't appreciate it.
Sunday, February 17, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #757
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #757
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Drawn for someone who wanted a reference to Canada, and before you present me with evidence regarding the origin of the flag depicted, please keep one thing in mind: wormholes*. Thank you.
It's also a good excuse for the resolution of yesterday's comic, for those of you seeking closure.
Friday, February 15, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #756
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #756
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
What the? No mention of Caturday?
If you haven't marked your calendar by now, I have failed. Also, there seemed to be a need for closure on Friday's adrift comic.
Many, many books have gone out in the past day, and will continue to go out through the coming days. Please keep in mind, mail does move on Sunday. Those guys never sleep.
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Busily sending books, as this tune plays
I'm hard at work signing, drawing, stuffing, sealing and stamping today. Dozens of books have gone out, with dozens more to go out by this evening. Thank you for your patience, enjoy some Raymond Scott.
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #752
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #752
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Someone requested a reference to Kurt Vonnegut, and there are many that can be made, but I felt this one fit Kitteh particularly well.
Have I mentioned Kitteh has a secret? It's not at all similar to Pip's, but equally intriguing. I suppose I'll have to reveal it at some point, now that I've mentioned it.
Monday, February 11, 2008
Stew Pot: a board game you can print and play
Stew Pot: The Laugh-Out-Loud Cats board game
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
HOW TO PLAY Stew Pot
(Guaranteed to frustrate)
Step one: click on the image, click on "all sizes" on flickr, and print it.
You will need:
2 or more players
1 six-sided die
a place marker for each player
Game play:
The player who rolls highest goes first. If there are more than 2 players, order proceeds clockwise.
Roll die and move ahead. Move or roll if prompted to, but do not follow instructions on the new space where you end up. Stay there till your next turn.
If you land on a stew ingredient, move your marker to the Stew Pot.
There are 2 ways to get out of the Stew Pot:
1. Only one player can be in the Stew Pot at a time. If you are stuck there, trade places when another player lands on any ingredient.
or
2. If you or another player rolls a 3, move your marker to the space marked lol. Players continue to take their turn from the stew pot, but can only be moved if they roll a 3.
The player who reaches "end" first wins.
Feel free to comment below if there are any bugs or unforeseen glitches. I've played several times now and it is very aggravating. Enjoy!
Also, if you enjoyed playing the game, consider dropping a dollar in the pot via the paypal button on the right sidebar. This is not required or even expected, but I thought it would be a tad more classy than a simple "donate" button.
Thanks for your continued support, comments, and stuff.
:::UPDATE::: Watch the comments for rule questions and clarifications.
Screaming Pac Man and book update
See the video for the first part of the headline. For the second part, know this: books start going out tomorrow. I'll keep you posted.
Stand by for stew.
Saturday, February 09, 2008
Sold out
Meet the Laugh-Out-Loud Cats
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Signed copies of Meet the Laugh-Out-Loud Cats are no longer available. Thanks to everyone who ordered!
Unsigned copies are available directly from Lulu via this link.
As seen previously on HOBOTOPIA
My Book Friend!
Originally uploaded by ZicklePop.
ZicklePop has received his unsigned copy of the book from Lulu.
As several have already noted, one comic appears twice. I blame Turtletaub.
Friday, February 08, 2008
Thursday, February 07, 2008
Wednesday, February 06, 2008
Pappy, Chupacabras, and a delicious foot print
Here's the latest from me and my Great-Granddad. I think he's out to get me.
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #746
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #746
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Happy Super Fat Tuesday!
Don't let JKH see this
Monday, February 04, 2008
Bridges and Balloons
Presented without comment aside from this: I like Joanna Newsom and I like this song. Also harps.
The fate of #400
Laugh Cats #400
Originally uploaded by Timmo Warner.
Forever and handsomely preserved behind glass, somewhere in Canada. I can only hope the same for all of you one day.*
Thanks Timmo!
*I have no idea what that means.
Trishstash
Kitteh doesn't talk nearly as much as Pip, so what are the chances someone has two with the big guy talking?
Sunday, February 03, 2008
Friday, February 01, 2008
Laugh-Out Loud Cats #743 (and an update)
Laugh-Out Loud Cats #743
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
The last few comics and fan club memberships ordered in January are in the mail. This includes the one with the mythical winged creature, the two with references to other countries, and the secret Valentine's Day orders.
I have a pretty deep backlog, but will continue to post only one a day (usually) to clear up my schedule for signing and sending the books.
If I had adopted a one a day policy from the beginning, we'd only be at number 240 or so. Weird, huh?
Books
Book, I Has It!
Originally uploaded by ladycrumb.
It appears unsigned copies of the book ordered directly from Lulu are arriving safely. I don't trust the look on that cat's face though.
Regarding the New Yorker
New Yorker
Originally uploaded by syvwlch.
2 of my entries in the Eustace Tilley contest will be featured on NewYorker.com this Monday! One will even be published in the magazine.
I have a subscription to the New Yorker but, in spite of the notices in the magazine, I had no idea about the contest till I saw it posted on BoingBoing. So, once again, I have BoingBoing to thank.
Also, here's a link to a recent article about the building pictured above.
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