ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Blake Bell is a writer who resides in Toronto, Canada. His next book, Strange and Stranger: The World of Steve Ditko will be on shelves in June of 2008. He has written a myriad of essays and introductions for Marvel and DC Comics, and his first book, "I Have To Live With This Guy!" was published by TwoMorrows in 2002. Prospective employers can EMAIL BLAKE about commissioning him for articles, essays, introductions, comic books, fiction and non-fiction work.

Steve Ditko is one of the most famous comic-book artists in history. He has been working in comics for 55 years and has brought you characters diverse as Mr. A, Spider-Man, The Creeper, Captain Atom and Dr. Strange. Look it up...

The Ditko Influence

While Ditko has shunned the spotlight, his influence shines over the entire industry. 55 years of creating comics has brought legions of followers and admirers; both in fandom and the creative industry. Below is a sampling of all the industry people who's work has been affected by the Ditko influence. If you are a creator and have your own thoughts or historical stories pertaining to Ditko's work to add here, feel free to E-MAIL ME. Anything you share will be a much appreciated, valued addition, & we will gladly add a link to your own personal/company web site & promote your current projects.

Testimonials

1) PETER BAGGE - exclusive to DLU!
2) CHUCK DIXON - exclusive to DLU!
3) JOE ALASKEY - exclusive to DLU!
4) PAUL SMITH - exclusive to DLU!
5) JOHN ROMITA SR.
6) ROY THOMAS
7) JIM STARLIN
8) GIL KANE
9) GENE SIMMONS of "KISS"
10) BLURBS FROM ALL SORTS OF CREATORS


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