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My Smokers' Journal: Food: A Good Substitute for Addiction?

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One of the first things you notice when you quit smoking—besides the constant urge to punch someone—is that your sense of smell and taste comes roaring back. At first, it’s a beautiful thing. That chicken salad sandwich? Divine. The smell of fresh bread? Like heaven. But then, something sneaky happens... you discover chocolate again. And donuts. And every sweet thing you’ve been ignoring while puffing your taste buds into submission. When I quit smoking for eight years in Nicotine Anonymous, I was hit with this sugar train hard. At every meeting, there was a full-on bake sale—cookies, brownies, cakes—you name...

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The Unlikely Prophet Experience comes to Wondercon 2025

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The Unlikely Prophet Experience is set to make a significant impact at WonderCon 2025, taking place from March 28-30 at the Anaheim Convention Center. This immersive experience brings to life the compelling narrative of The Unlikely Prophet series, offering attendees a unique blend of storytelling, art, and music.​ Explore The Unlikely Prophet Series The series, crafted by artist and author Dan Joyce, delves into a mythical tale set in modern times, weaving themes of love, peace, and personal transformation. Each installment offers a unique perspective on the protagonist's journey:​ The Unlikely Prophet - Episode 1: Introduces readers to Dan's fantastical...

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My Smoker’s Journal: Mourning Mornings, Patches and Sweet Dreams

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No doubt about it—mornings are brutal when you're trying to quit smoking. That long stretch of unconsciousness without nicotine turns me into a grumpy little smoke monster the moment I open my eyes. Before my feet hit the floor, my brain is already begging for a cigarette. Pair that craving with my coffee addiction, and you’ve got the breakfast of champions: caffeine and carcinogens. Now, I’m no stranger to the kitchen. I can cook a mean hash and eggs—greasy, golden, and comforting. But let’s be honest, I’m not quite at the “replace smokes with scrambled eggs” phase of detox yet....

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Dan Joyce’s Nothing Makes a Big Splash at WonderCon 2025

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It’s official: Nothing is coming to WonderCon 2025 — and Nothing has never meant so much! This spring, Dan Joyce returns to WonderCon with his surreal, stunning, and deeply human art book Nothing, a visual and philosophical journey through madness, imagination, and raw creativity. If you’ve ever wanted to see schizophrenia, philosophy, and satire dance together on the page, Nothing delivers with every drawing  and caption. What is Nothing? Nothing isn’t just a book — it’s a declaration. A mix of visual art, poetic thought, and fragmented storytelling, the book invites readers into Dan Joyce’s vivid inner world. Drawing from...

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Art and About – WonderCon 2025 (March 28–30, Anaheim Convention Center)

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Get ready, Comic-Con fans! WonderCon 2025 is around the corner, and for my third consecutive year, I’ll be back in action at the Anaheim Convention Center from March 28–30. But this year, I’m not going solo—I'm proud to be joined by my newest patron and partner in creative crime, Realtor Jacki O! With her support, we’re showing up in full force to celebrate the art of storytelling, mental health awareness, and the wild wonder of the human imagination. At our booth, you’ll find a showcase of passion projects that challenge norms and flip scripts. Headlining the table will be my...

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