Reviews

PRAISE FOR SPONTANIA!

"Spontania delivers a fast-paced, high-energy—and very contemporary—take on the classic teenage superhero! Filled with memorable characters, original super-powers, and one awesome super-suit, Spontania lives up to its name with plenty of cliffhanger moments, exciting villains, and unexpected plot twists. Carl Paolino has reinvented the teen superhero genre for the world of right now."

James Chambers, Bram Stoker Award-winning author of A Bright and Beautiful Eternal World and Kolchak the Night Stalker: The Forgotten Lore of Edgar Allan Poe.

“Spontania reads like a classic superhero comic infused with the fears and passions of modern teens. The story is action-packed and fast-paced, but these teens are just as interesting behind the masks. Cinematic storytelling, snappy dialogue, and a story that sticks with you.”

Mina Elwell, Writer and Co-Creator of Hellicious (Starburns Industries Press/Massive Publishing) Currently in Production as an animated Series

“Spontania is a great read, in my opinion, mainly because the visuals allow the story to act itself out. What I mean is, I’m not simply reading word balloons with this one, I’m immersed in the tale through and through.”

Thomas Ryan, President, Vivid Panel Marketing

“The first thing that stands out right off the bat is the gorgeous art that showcases the fighting and characters really well, but comic books are all about character, and Spontania really is one! I also really liked Paolino’s throwback to old school comics where there’s a lot more to read on each panel, fleshing out the story more than what you tend to find in modern issues. If you love superheroes and comics with lush art, come don your mask with Spontania!”

Joshua Grant of DiabolicShrimp.com Amazon #1 bestselling comic creator of The Lost Boy, and other graphic novels.

“The creative forces behind ‘Spontania’ have something that grabs you by the throat and makes you take notice. Each page is a visual treat, so each volume is filled with non-stop action eye candy. Hats off to Carl Paolino and his team for extending the wild ride into the second issue! How does it just keep getting better and better?!?”

Steve Nedvidek, Co-creator, writer, and layouts for IDW’s award-winning graphic novel trilogy, “The Jekyll Island Chronicles.”

“A new comic with vibrant colors and a dynamic main character that grows into her superhero persona with her audience. Together the reader and character go on a journey to discover how much they can matter to the world! Check out Spontania, and you won’t put it down till you’re through…and you’ll be eager for the next issue.” 

Jay Mooers—writing and illustration credits include: Fae RPG, Autumn Grey, and card work for Dynamite, DC and 5finity amongst others.

"Paolino's wordsmithing and Vargas's visual storytelling shine in this fast-paced and witty first issue of the Spontania series. The grounded subject matter is relatable, while the rich backstories create engaging characters. The artists understand and respect the genre while giving it new light. Spontania opens the doors for a refreshing new superhero universe."

Konn Lavery, award-winning Canadian author of the 2023 dark fantasy novel "Crystal Moth Conspiracy" with previous work reaching Edmonton's and Amazon's best-selling charts. www.konnlavery.com

“Spontania is an action packed high spirited romp! Great art and interesting characters. It brings back a time when story and characters mattered more than poster images of characters with too many pouches gritting their teeth. I'm looking forward to seeing what happens next!”

Jeff Brennan, artist and writer for the Cyber Girl L.E.E.T.A series, DC comics, Heroic Comics, Bongo Comics, and Heavy Metal Magazine. cybergirlleeta.com