Omar Morales on comic books and writing

The debut of "Metroid: Hero Mission" on Substack

This is the third and final story in a trilogy of Metroid stories I offer for free

Mar 29 • Omar Morales

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It's awards season, may I have a nomination?

As awkward as it is to ask, comics are a DIY proposition if there ever was one

Mar 22

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December 2025

2025 - A year in photos, a year of reflection

Too many pictures, so little space, my heart is full

Dec 31, 2025 • Omar Morales

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October 2025

A magical ride to NY, NYCC and NYU

A birthday reflection on my path as a comics writer, some of it paved with rain and slick, wet bricks

Oct 14, 2025 • Omar Morales

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August 2025

Debut of my second Metroid Comic on Substack

This is my take on a more cohesive origin story for the hero, Samus Aran

Aug 29, 2025 • Omar Morales

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Hand selling comics... one QR code, or one cab ride, at a time

Some nice moments from San Diego's Comic Con International

Aug 3, 2025 • Omar Morales

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July 2025

San Diego Comic Con: one year later

And a look ahead to infinity... and beyond!

Jul 20, 2025 • Omar Morales

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March 2025

Today is launch day for Major Thomás 🚀

Many thanks to all who support me and this project

Mar 25, 2025 • Omar Morales

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My paranormal-adjacent life experiences...

... and how they impact my comic book writing.

Mar 23, 2025 • Omar Morales

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Major Thomás: Reflections on Latinx Futurism

A wonderful essay by Professor Frederick Luis Aldama at UT-Austin

Mar 9, 2025 • Omar Morales

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The Major Thomás press release + video trailer

Press release by Superfan Productions and Amazon corporate PR

Mar 4, 2025 • Omar Morales

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February 2025

LA Strong: my first time writing blind

Creating with zero input on art -- an incredible new sensation

Feb 9, 2025 • Omar Morales

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