Christian Beranek brings a story with heart to the Independent World!

Unhappy White Girls is a graphic novel project making a difference, and addressing real-world issues -- or can be, if the Kickstarter project gets the support it needs by the June 15 deadline. Launched by Christian Beranek, co-creator of Dracula vs. King Arthur, Unhappy White Girls is the story of Tish and Branna, two teenage girls coming to terms with their own secrets thoroughout the course of one turbulent day.Beranek recruited illustrators Triska Tsang and Vivian Lee from Brooklyn, NY, to provide the art and bring the characters to life.

"Triska and Vivian really understand how to convey emotion via the page," says Beranek. "From the slightest glance to frustration and tears, they capture the teenage condition."

But Unhappy White Girls isn't just another graphic novel -- it has a greater purpose to raise awareness about teen pregnancy and LGBT issues. If the project meets its $6,000 goal by June 15, Beranek and his team will complete production on the novella, with all remaining funds and proceeds being used to promote awareness regarding these social concerns. Once the Unhappy White Girls Facebook page reaches 5,000 fans, Beranek will also donate $1,000 to St. Anne's, one of the most highly-regarded social services agencies in Los Angeles, providing targeted programs and support services in response to the ever-changing needs of today's society.

"The reason I am using Kickstarter is that Unhappy White Girls has been a passion project of mine for many years," says Beranek. "I started working on it in 2005 after I was at a convention in Detroit. I was at a diner and said to my friend who was sitting with me, 'Our waitress is one unhappy white girl.' Right there I knew I had a title and an idea sparked."

Helping out this long-time projects is not without perks, either. For backers that pledge through Kickstarter, Beranek and team offer a series of rewards, from behind-the-scenes artwork and development material to a private dinner with Beranek and a graphic novel seminar in your hometown.

For more information on Unhappy White Girls visit: http://www.facebook.com/l/ae1c3;kck.st/du4aFW

Here we are, just two weeks away from the Heroes Comic Con, where MAS will be front and center! Now, this is the first time MAS will be attending this particular Comic Con, uncharted territory this is for out faithful, comic innovators, so, MAS decided to bring an army with them. Yes, we are bringing reinforcements, some of the best and brightest in the small press, independent genre. Sharing a booth with us will be none other than Keith J Murphy of CAG (Comic Artist Guild), Susan Soares of Sky Pirates, James Rodriguez of Nova Star Studios, Artist-Hector Rodriguez and, (hopefully, we are keeping our fingers crossed) Michele St. Martin, inker and writer extraordinaire!

Now, according to the word around the independent table genre, camp fire, this can be a daunting task. Fans come out in Droves! 80,000 plus! Lord, that’s a number to even make little Wayne’s head spin! The challenge will be, how can MAS stand out and expand our customer base in what is a sea of potential fan growth and sales. Truth is, we can not reach every sale to every customer (distributors, that’s your cue)! Right now, the bank is not there, but what we can do is what we do best, give great product(or the best we know how to give) deliver great customer service and follow through on our promise that the product will be available when promised to our fans and potential customer base(that is the rabbit out of the hat, my friends. Trust me, any independent will tell you the same)

…but, MAS not only means more, but also meeting the challenges ahead, so, we got a lot of work to do. I’ll tell you a secret. Lean in, listen close, I think we can do it! Correction! I know we can do it, so Heroes Comic Con, watch out! The whole ganged is coming through. This party will be the biggest one yet! Stay tuned for new update on Masmediastudios.com and check out our “On the Road” section of the web-site which gives you all the info you need about the Heroes Con! And for those looking to find up on the floor, we will be at booths 830 and 832! See you there!

This just in!
Anibal Arroyo, artist extraordinary of MAS flagship title, “Street Journal” will be doing exclusive, once in a lifetime, Hero’s Con sketches for all the guest and fans, so come to the MAS Booth 830 and 832 and get your own sketch that day!