ABOUT

“AN AMERICAN COMPANY WITH A JAPANESE NAME.”

Although proudly an American company, the word Makimono translates loosely to:

"Storytelling using words and pictures in a sequential order".

We align with Japanese Culture in their reverence for tradition, family, respect for their elders and a centuries long commitment to entertaining storytelling as well as delivering top quality content.

We are dedicated to creating good old fashioned comic books and graphic novels which harken back to the golden days of heroes and villains.

Our extensive library streams

24/7 to your devices, featuring:

  • Makimono Original Comic Book Titles: Dive into gripping storylines packed with fun riddles, collectibles,

    secret messages, and decoders, with a new release every Friday!

  • Makimono Original Graphic Novels: Explore rich narratives and stunning artwork.

  • Golden Era Cartoons: Relive the classics that defined a generation.

  • Short Subject and Feature Films: Enjoy curated cinematic experiences.

  • Golden Era Radio: Experience timeless audio storytelling.

  • YouTube Channel: Access art instruction and behind-the-scenes content from Makimon's leading Artist.

  • Freelance Tutoring: Get expert guidance for creative projects.

  • Roblox Video Games and Tabletopia Card Games: Engage in interactive play.

  • Clubs and More: Join a community of like-minded Maki-Maniaks.

A PLEDGE ON CONTENT FOR PARENTS AND READERS

We use the Motion Picture Academy Guidelines as a starting point for our content. However, we are stricter than they are as we do not allow any nudity, vulgarities, or crudeness. PG Films today allow these things and we do not. Violence is restricted to the level you would see in films from the 1960s such as GOLDFINGER or LAWRENCE OF ARABIA.

We believe we can tell stories that will entertain readers of all ages without resorting to elements beyond this PG or PG-13 rating. Our G-Rated Titles are truly all ages appropriate with violence levels equal to that of a vintage Bugs Bunny cartoon.

MEET THE EXECUTIVE TEAM!

  • JOHN STENACKER, CEO

    John is a business owner, serial entrepreneur and visionary with an award winning track record working for Fortune 500 Companies such as ADP and News Corp. John is a Veteran of the United States Army where he was awarded the Army Achievement Medal with an Honorable Discharge. When John is not working he can be found in the gym body-building as an amateur and, medal placing body-builder. The peak of John's career is the current challenge of creating an action packed global entertainment franchise with, no agendas, no hidden messages and no regrets. Simply producing memorable entertaining content like the days of old.

  • ANDY FISH, CHIEF OF CONTENT

    Director of Comic Books and Graphic Novels, Writer and Artist of several titles here-- has thirty years of experience in the comic book, publishing and entertainment worlds. His past clients include Dark Horse Comics, Archie Comics, Penguin Random House Publishing, Chartwell Books, Warner Bros and many more. He is excited to build the ME Universe of Characters and work with some very talented folks.

  • JOE FISH, EDITOR

    Editor-in-Chief, has 10+ years of experience in another end of the comic industry, working as VP of acquisitions in the vintage comic + art market. With an intricate knowledge of the story-telling greats of the 20th century, he brings a unique perspective & understanding of the comic book medium in his role as editor.

WITH 114 YEARS OF COMBINED EXPERIENCE IN THE COMIC INDUSTRY, OUR CREATIVE TEAM WILL SURELY HAVE YOU COMING BACK FOR MORE INVENTIVE STORY-TELLING— LET’S MEET THEM!

  • DANIEL HADDOCK

    Artist, Inker, Colorist who has worked as a letterer on the Legion Of The WayB4, a flatter for Dark Horse Comics Blackwood, an illustrator for the upcoming comic book Stori: Chronicle and is currently illustrating for us in CINCO DAY MAYHEM. He is delighted to be a part of the team here!

  • GREG MCKENNA

    Letterer/Colorist/Editor of all our titles here. He began work as a letterer three years ago when he joined the creative team for Dark Horse’s Blackwood series, and recently completed work on Penguin Publishing’s Hide. Prior to comics, he was a copywriter specializing in branded content within the video games industry. He’s worked on projects for clients such as Activision, Ubisoft, Bethesda Softworks, and the GirlsMakeGames non-profit. The only comics he enjoys more than superhero stories are science fiction ones, so he couldn’t be more stoked to jump into our universe and see what’s inside.

  • SALLY SCOTT

    Artist, Inker, Colorist, and long time squire to Andy Fish. She has worked on titles such as: FINE, Nightmare World, Butts in Seats, Built on Strange Ground, and HOPE. Sally is ecstatic to be apart of the team and hopes to bring an abundance of whimsy and good humor to the crew.

  • VERONICA FISH

    Artist, has a long career in comics, fine art, painting and education. Previous credits include SPIDER-WOMAN and SILK for Marvel Comics, the flagship ARCHIE Comics relaunch and the acclaimed Dark Horse series BLACKWOOD with Evan Dorkin and her husband. Veronica is also a popular cover artist with dozens of series and publishers and is having a blast doing ADAM BOMB JR and PERSEPHONE JONES!

  • TED VANLIEW

    Artist, drew his first comic book at age twelve. Eventually his career as an illustrator was overtaken by Superworld Comics, where he has been CEO for 35 years! Ted is delighted to be back in the comic art fold working on PURGATORY CHASM.

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