Mark Spears Turned Rejection Into a Horror Hit: From Monsters to McFarlane

Mark Spears Turned Rejection Into a Horror Hit: From Monsters to McFarlane

1:23:18 Jun 18, 2025
About this episode
Mark Spears, the artist behind the breakout horror hit: MARK SPEARS MONSTERS, joins The Short Box to talk about his rise from rejection to recognition. He unpacks the eerie origins of MONSTERS, and his early journey of trying to break into comics, as well as the cult-favorite (and sold-out!) MONSTERS trading cards, becoming Dynamite's go-to cover guy, his first sold-out comic con appearance, and how a self-made horror project led to a life changing meeting with Todd McFarlaneLINKS: Watch the uncut video version of this episode, here, and subscribe on YouTube for more video content!Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HereTake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!The Schiller Kessler Group  Click here to text us Fan Mail!Check out Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Battle Nexus, the raddest TMNT event of the decade! Proudly sponsored by Gotham City LimitDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT! 🤝🏼 Email us at theshortboxjax@gmail.com Follow us on IG & tweet us at @theshortboxjax Website: theshortboxentertainment.com The Music Team: DeftStrokeSound, Mecca Tha Marvelous, DJ Crumbz, L.E.R.M.,
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