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Kansas Cartoonist Explores Big Ideas in New Comic
20 May
Summary
- Comic collection explores climate change and mysticism.
- Debut event features conversation with author Grant Snider.
- Collection evolved from student newspaper project to Instagram.
Kansas cartoonist Cedar Van Tassel will introduce his new work, "Appleguy & Beefwood," at Red Fern Booksellers in Salina. The event on May 30 will feature a discussion with author Grant Snider, known for his Poetry Comics.
The "Appleguy & Beefwood" collection, which began as a college newspaper project and later became an Instagram series in 2022, delves into themes such as climate change, politics, and friendship through rapid-fire dialogue and humor.
Van Tassel, born in Saline County, has also contributed to various comic anthologies. Snider, an orthodontist from Wichita, has had his "Incidental Comics" published in national outlets. Both cartoonists have received acclaim from peers for their unique styles.
"Appleguy & Beefwood" is currently available for preorder. The debut event is free and open to the public, with light refreshments offered.
