Felipe Smith! Dude’s art style in 'MBQ' is instantly recognizable—sketchy, kinetic, and packed with attitude. Volume 1 introduced this weirdly relatable world of fast food, crime, and artistic frustration, and it’s still a cult favorite. Fun fact: Smith later took his talents to mainstream comics, but 'MBQ' remains his unfiltered origin story.
MBQ is one of those underground comics that hit like a freight train when you first stumble upon it. The raw, unfiltered energy in those pages is unforgettable, and it all traces back to its creator, Felipe Smith. This guy wasn’t just writing and drawing—he was venting. The story’s chaotic, hilarious, and sometimes brutal vibe feels like a direct line to his brain. Smith’s background as an Argentina-born, U.S.-raised artist adds this unique cultural friction to the work, especially in how it tackles ambition, absurdity, and the grind of making art.
What’s wild is how 'MBQ' became his breakout. Before it, he was grinding through art school and odd jobs; after, he landed gigs with Marvel, even creating characters for 'All-New Ghost Rider'. But Volume 1? Pure indie lightning in a bottle. If you’ve ever felt stuck between dreams and reality, Smith’s scribbles and sarcasm will feel like a Kindred spirit.
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Orenda was created by the God of Destruction to protect the people of the world from the shadow demons known as eyti that now plague it. For thousands of years she - alongside her brother - fulfilled this sacred duty with ease...until now.
Never in her millennia did Orenda dream she would be blessed with a soulmate. She was even less prepared when her soulmate turned out to be none other than the creator of the very beings she was created to fight; the God of Malice, Azadou.
Azadou is cold, uncaring and has a deep hatred of the Gods. Everyone keeps telling her to stay far away and reject him, but like the pull of two opposing magnets, these two cosmic beings can't resist the draw to each other.
As Orenda puts her heart, soul and dignity on the line to win the heart of her destined half, a new and mysterious threat emerges... Something sinister is afoot and it has big plans for Orenda.
Orenda will find herself in the most tempestuous fight of her life, with the stakes higher than anything she could have imagined. Will she come out victorious and achieve her happily ever after? Or find herself at the centre of a dark parable with no happy ending in sight?
This is the 7th book in the God's Saga.
Series Order:
A Queen Among Alphas
Bite-Size Luna - Alphas Prequel
A Queen Among Snakes
Runaway Empress - Snakes Prequel
A Queen Among Blood
A Queen Among Darkness
Dark Vocation - Darkness spin-off
Whole Again - Alpha's spin-off
A Queen Among Tides
Valor, Virtue, and Verve - Tides Prequel Spin-off
A Queen Among Gods
A Queen Among Tempests
A Court of Arcane Souls (side character short stories requested by readers)
The Royal Shadow Series (Next Gen Coming Soon)
Since The Fires of Alira one thousand five hundred years ago, dragons have lived separate from the other races in Midgar. They rarely make contact with others, unless in terms of conflict.
Eleonora is the descendant of the dragon sovereign, and will one day assume the throne of the Perilous Horde herself. The horde, despite years of murky conflict, forges an alliance with the human kingdom of Samirya located in the northern region. It is no longer a matter of petty bickering. Now, with the eve of a Great War looming over them, both groups lives depend on a truce.
As conflict thickens and land disputes grow increasingly more bitter, the chieftain of the Perilous Horde makes a final desperate move to unite the two worlds: the dragons will send an ambassador to protect the humans capital city of Mimmgar from the oncoming invasion.
And who should be that ambassador be but Eleonora?
Eleonora just hopes to complete that task quickly so she can return home, but soon finds that the humans are nothing like she expected. Forming an unforeseen connection with the human king, and becoming captivated by a young blacksmith, she begins to question everything she's ever known and learns that her homeland may have some terrible secrets of its own.
Book one of A Dragon’s Legacy.
Juked: Volume 1 - When team captain Daniel Zavarro and new single mom Quincy Watson begin to cross paths often, an unlikely friendship evolves. Feelings change. Lines get crossed. Before they know it, they’ve been Juked.Groupie: Volume 2- My body is no one’s business. So why is Rowen Flanigan making me re-think how I live my life? He’s only a rookie.Goalie: Volume 3 - Letting the fame and notoriety go to his head, Santo DeGuajarado lost the things he loved the most- his family. Now he has one shot to make it right before losing at this relationship game and he’s determined not to miss this time.Deflected: Volume 4 - When a new and unexpected development suddenly arises, Tiffany and Rowen realize all their plans are about to become irrelevant. Things will never be the same when their lives are deflected.These books contain sexual explicit scenes and are recommended for ages 18+.Texas Mutiny is created by M.E. Carter, an eGlobal CreativePublishing Signed Author.
Bound to the First Blood
Elara Ashbourne is a rare hybrid born of two powerful bloodlines, a witch mother and a werewolf father. Living a quiet life in a small village with her parents and her sickly younger sister, Lyra, Elara never imagined that her fate was tied to the supernatural world's most feared ruler.
When her family falls into an overwhelming debt they cannot repay, an unexpected offer arrives from the First Blood Vampire, the immortal king of all vampires. In exchange for clearing the debt, he demands Elara's hand in marriage. Desperate to protect her family and save her sister, Elara sacrifices her freedom and agrees.
Thrown into a world of dark castles, ancient secrets, and deadly court politics, Elara becomes the fifth wife of a powerful vampire who seeks her not for love, but for the immense power hidden within her hybrid blood. Surrounded by his four mysterious vampire wives, each possessing unique abilities and ambitions, Elara must learn whom she can trust.
As long-forgotten prophecies awaken and enemies rise from the shadows, Elara discovers that she is far more than a pawn in a political bargain. Bound by duty, tested by betrayal, and hunted for her power, she may become the key to changing the fate of vampires, werewolves, and witches forever.
*Book 3*
Yildiz was created by the Goddess Zarseti for one purpose: to uphold truth and justice in the supernatural world. Unlike her sisters, Yildiz came into being blind, but she sees beyond what others can.
For tens of thousands of years, she and her sisters continued their duties as the Delegation, but life just got more interesting for Yildiz. She learns her creator blessed her, of all people, with a soulmate – an unwilling soulmate at that.
Darkness surrounds this mystery man, but he is far more than he seems. Yildiz finds herself pushed away at every turn, but she's never been known to give up her pursuits. Will she capture his heart and unravel his secrets? Or will she be consumed by the darkness and left heartbroken?
*Excerpt*
"Is this the part where you say you'd die for me?"
"Death is easy. It's brief and over in an instant, but living? Living is hard and living for eternity is even harder. So no, I won't die for you… I'd live for you."
A Queen Among Blood is the third book in the Queen Among series. Each story is set up in the previous book, so reading the books in order is recommended. Here are the books in the series:
A Queen Among Alphas - Book 1
Bite-Size Luna - A Queen Among Alphas Prequel
A Queen Among Snakes - Book 2
Runaway Empress - A Queen Among Snakes Prequel
A Queen Among Blood - Book 3
Whole Again - A Queen Among Alpha's spin-off
A Queen Among Darkness - Book 4
Dark Invocation - A Queen Among Darkness spin-off
A Queen Among Tides - Book 5
Valor, Virtue, and Verve - A Queen Among Tides Prequel Spin-off
A Queen Among Gods - Book 6
A Queen Among Tempests - Book 7
*Book 4*
Isolde's life was full of love and joy. She was set to be High Priestess of the makkari, but everything changed in a single night when she lost everything at the hands of someone she thought she could trust.
For centuries she has been on the run, helping the supernatural community under the cloak of anonymity while she works to clear her name and save the very people after her, from destruction.
Enemies are closing in, but an unexpected complication befalls her when she realises she's been fated to someone who wants her species exterminated. After all, an evil chance seldom comes alone.
A Queen Among Darkness is the fourth book in the Queen Among series. Each story is set up in the previous book, so reading the books in order is recommended. Here are the books in the series:
A Queen Among Alphas - Book 1
Bite-Size Luna - A Queen Among Alphas Prequel
A Queen Among Snakes - Book 2
Runaway Empress - A Queen Among Snakes Prequel
A Queen Among Blood - Book 3
Whole Again - A Queen Among Alpha's spin-off
A Queen Among Darkness - Book 4
Dark Invocation - A Queen Among Darkness spin-off
A Queen Among Tides - Book 5
Valor, Virtue, and Verve - A Queen Among Tides Prequel Spin-off
A Queen Among Gods - Book 6
A Queen Among Tempests - Book 7
MBQ holds a special place in my heart as one of those gritty, underrated gems that doesn’t pull any punches. Volume 1, if I recall correctly, spans 12 chapters—each packed with Filippo’s raw, unfiltered storytelling and artwork that feels like a punch to the gut in the best way. The way he balances dark humor with street-level drama is just chef’s kiss. I stumbled upon it years ago in a used bookstore, and it’s one of those series that lingers in your mind long after you’ve closed the pages. The chapters are tight, often leaving you hanging with this mix of frustration and anticipation, which is why I ended up binge-reading the whole volume in one sitting. It’s not every day you find a comic that feels so alive with chaos and authenticity.
If you’re new to MBQ, Volume 1’s chapter count might seem modest, but trust me, the density of each chapter makes up for it. Filippo crams so much attitude and world-building into those 12 installments—from O’Connor’s deadpan delivery to the absurdity of fast-food rivalries turned violent. It’s like 'Trainspotting' meets 'Clerks,' but with its own unique flavor. I’d argue the shorter chapter list works in its favor; it doesn’t overstay its welcome, and every moment feels necessary. Plus, the pacing keeps you hooked without dragging out subplots. Now I kinda want to revisit it again…
MBQ Volume 1 is a gritty, street-level comic that feels like a raw slice of urban life. The story follows Omario, a struggling artist who’s just trying to make ends meet in a city that doesn’t care. He’s got this dead-end job at a fast-food joint, and his passion for drawing feels like it’s going nowhere. But what really hooks me is how the book balances humor with the harsh reality of his situation—like when he deals with his obnoxious coworker or the absurdity of customer service. The art style’s rough and unpolished, which totally fits the tone. It’s not your typical superhero fare; it’s more about the small, frustrating battles of everyday life.
What stands out is the way Omario’s art becomes this quiet rebellion against the grind. There’s this one scene where he sketches instead of working, and it’s like this tiny act of defiance. The volume also introduces other characters, like his roommate Felipe, who’s got his own chaotic energy. The dialogue crackles with authenticity—it’s messy, funny, and sometimes uncomfortably real. If you’re into stories that feel lived-in, with characters who aren’t polished or perfect, this one’s a gem. I love how it doesn’t romanticize the struggle but still finds moments of weird beauty in it.