Behind the scenes of Love Brothers with Marc Hempel courtesy of Aces Weekly
With love in the air this Valentines Day, what better way to celebrate than with the aptly titled The Love Brothers from Aces Weekly, written and drawn by Marc Hempel. The Love Brothers is Marc’s first foray into the world of digital comics, having worked on books like Mars, Blood of the Innocent, Greogry and Tug and Buster in the past, but we think this brilliantly quirky new title could be a real stand out for Aces going forward. So here’s a quick introduction to the world of The Love Brothers and it’s creator…When did you first have the idea for The Love Brothers? I assume it wasn’t created specifically for Aces Weekly.
MH: April of 2011, I think. Appropriately enough, one morning I was about twenty seconds into a sitting meditation when an image popped into my brain; it was of an angry, ten-year-old boy yelling “We are all one, people! Get with the frigging program!!” I started laughing at the irony of it, and began writing stuff down. Like a lightning bolt, it all hit me at once; the concept, characters, and several strip ideas all came to me within an hour or so. Thus, The Love Brothers ruined my meditation that day, but it was worth it.
Do the characters come from personal experience or are they completely dredged up from your imagination?
MH: While Tyler and Skyler are made-up characters, they do indeed express aspects of my personality and my frustrations … specifically regarding achieving happiness and inner peace.
Do you think the Love Brothers fit into any creative lineage? In the tradition of…
MH: Gosh … I’ve been influenced by some classic comic strips – Peanuts, Pogo, Krazy Kat – and by animators like Chuck Jones … but I pretty much just do my own thing at this point, so I can’t say for sure. Someone said that Tyler and Skyler reminded them of Akbar and Jeff from Life in Hell, but I’m not seeing it … at least not in any significant way.
What’s your shoe size?
MH: U.S. size 8 … though I’ve nonetheless been able to lead a fairly normal life.
Do you come up with more characters and ideas than you ever get to use? If so, is this frustrating?
MH: It seems like it sometimes … but it all kinda depends on how many more years I have left on the physical plane. (For what it’s worth, I am in excellent health.) I’m actually on a creative roll right now, as I currently have two more humor series in development.
Primarily the Love Brothers are stand alone gag strips; is it difficult to switch from a 21 page comic story to this form?
MH: Like my earlier book Gregory, I feel best doing short pieces of varying length – from a single panel to perhaps a few pages. I felt obligated to do comic-length stories for Tug & Buster (well, it was a comic book) … but things didn’t seem to flow as well, and I ultimately burned out after eight issues. That said, a much longer Love Brothers story is in the works. It all depends on the idea.
What is your take on American society at the moment? Are the Love Brothers indicative of American youth through the ages or part of a whole new phenomenon?
MH: “Yes” to both questions.
What’s your favourite desert?
MH:Without doubt, the Painted Desert in Arizona … incredible colors! (Just in case that was a misspelling of “dessert,” my alternate answer is chocolate banana cream pie.)
Will Tyler and Skyler ever achieve unconditional joy, inner tranquility, and spiritual mastery?
At the rate they’re going, perhaps in several more lifetimes.
What, indeed, is the answer to everything? What is the meaning of life?
MH: Everyone is a stupid idiot except me.
What’s next on your drawing board after The Love Brothers?
MH: As I’ve been working nineteen-hour days trying to get caught up, probably my unconscious head! More seriously: a possible sequel to a classic collaboration, the aforementioned other two humor strips, and – as their road to enlightenment is, alas, going to be a long one – more Love Brothers!!!
Volume 3 of Aces Weekly, featuring the Love Brothers is out now. You can subscribe to Aces Weekly via their website where a full seven-issue volume is yours for £6.99, $9.99 or €7.99!
More on “The Love Brothers” ‹ Aces Weekly Blog
September 23, 2014 @ 11:54 am
[…] http://pipedreamcomics.co.uk/marc-hempel-of-aces-weekly/ […]
December 20, 2025 @ 9:09 pm
Nancy ist fest entschlossen, möglichst viel davon nachzuholen, und engagiert
einen Callboy für eine Nacht glückbringender neuer Erfahrungen. Nancy Stokes
(Emma Thompson), eine verwitwete, ehemalige Lehrerin,
sehnt sich nach Abenteuern, zwischenmenschlicher Nähe und gutem Sex, der ihr in ihrer stabilen, aber langweiligen Ehe vorenthalten wurde.
In den Ferien auch manchmal die komplette Woche. Das Ganze in lässiger,
familiärer Atmosphäre mit Anmoderation, Gewinnspiel-Aktionen und gelegentlichem Rahmenprogramm.
Internationale Filme laufen in der Regel im Original mit deutschen Untertiteln.
Sommerflimmern 2022 “Dune” erzählt die packende Geschichte des brillanten jungen Helden Paul Atreides, dem das Schicksal eine Rolle
vorherbestimmt hat, von der er niemals geträumt hätte.
Dieses Jahr wird es eine ganz andere… Mehr Trotz der wilden Gerüchte über Affären und
eine Scheidung wird für die Weihnachtsfeierlichkeiten auf
dem königlichen Landsitz Sandringham ein Frieden verhängt.
Als sie erfährt, dass er in Wirklichkeit ein Adliger ist, der einer anderen versprochen ist, bringt sie sich aus Verzweiflung um.
Der ansässige Choreograf Wayne McGregor leitet ein brillantes künstlerisches
Team, das Woolfs charakteristischen Schreibstil des Bewusstseinsstroms in diesem gewaltigen Werk,
das traditionelle Erzählstrukturen ablehnt, zum Leben erweckt.
Virginia Woolf widersetzte sich den literarischen Konventionen, um reiche innere Welten darzustellen – ihre überhöhte,
verblüffende und ergreifende Realität. Das patriarchale Paradies scheint perfekt, bis ein Kurzschluss der gerade
eingezogenen Waschmaschine die beiden ins Jahr 2025 katapultiert.
References:
https://online-spielhallen.de/royal-casino-ihr-konigliches-spielerlebnis-fur-unterwegs/
December 27, 2025 @ 9:08 am
The game library is presented in a user-friendly manner.
In addition, the lower-than-average wagering requirements give
bonus hunters a better shot at cashing out. There are no transaction fees, so all your value goes straight into the game.
Plus, the loyalty program rewards you the more you play—with perks like free
spins and other exclusive benefits.
With features like the 96 Coin system, Spin & Win, and weekly tournaments,
players can unl… Neon54 supports crypto deposits and withdrawals
but do not expect any other blockchain related features.
CosmicSlot Casino blends a playful space theme with user-first features like real-time RTP display, smart filtering, and seamless gameplay.
This crypto-friendly platform stands out with…
Most importantly, by championing player privacy through anonymous accounts and lightning fast crypto payouts, JackBit pushes iGaming forward responsibly.
Players can easily deposit leading cryptocurrencies to access competitive odds and niche brackets across mainstream professional leagues and esports.
With intuitive navigation optimized for slots, specialty titles like lottery and arcade offerings, and extensive sports betting markets,
JackBit utilizes blockchain protocols to enable instant anonymous payouts.
Betplay accepts major cryptocurrencies for fast,
secure transactions and implements reasonable security controls around
encryption and infrastructure monitoring.
References:
https://blackcoin.co/the-match-game-rules-wins-and-popular-strategies/
December 27, 2025 @ 2:29 pm
These programs allow members to earn points through gaming and spending on amenities, which can be redeemed for rewards like free play, dining, and hotel stays.
Casino development in the state involves complex regulatory approvals, including state and sometimes federal permissions,
especially for tribal casinos. Turtle Creek provides a comprehensive gaming
and resort experience in Northern Michigan. The facility
also features several dining options, a contemporary hotel, and regular entertainment events.
For most North Florida residents, of course, online gambling is the
only real option for convenient play. If you’re looking for casinos close to Tampa, casinos in Orlando, or Casinos
in Miami or south Florida, there are plenty of options. While residents
of many states have access to casinos nearby and just
across state borders, most FL residents don’t have many convenient out-of-state options.
Several top-rated international online casinos accept FL residents at just 18 and up.
Poker fans can look forward to a wide range of cash
games and weekly tournaments. Located on the world’s most beautiful avenue, the Club Barrière is the latest addition to France’s casino scene.
For tournament buffs, an exciting new schedule has been announced,
culminating in a grand poker festival running from December 12 to 21.
References:
https://blackcoin.co/understanding-online-gambling-platforms/
December 29, 2025 @ 5:31 am
online casinos paypal
References:
aanline.com
December 29, 2025 @ 5:50 am
usa casino online paypal
References:
https://saudiuniversityjobs.com/employer/best-online-sports-betting-sites-in-the-us-2025/