Mad Cave Studios: Building Independent Comics Through Passion & Imagination

Mark London and Chris Fernandez are helping shape the future of independent comics through Mad Cave Studios, a publisher driven by a love for storytelling and a desire to create unique worlds. Their work combines business strategy, artistic vision, and a willingness to explore new ideas.

As leaders at Mad Cave Studios, Mark and Chris focus on creating diverse and compelling comics while embracing the creative energy that comes from loving many different forms of storytelling. Their approach reflects the belief that passion can become the foundation for bold creative work.

In this episode:

  • Building an independent comics publisher from a passion for storytelling
  • Finding inspiration through a wide range of creative influences
  • Creating original worlds and characters for readers
  • Balancing artistic ambition with the realities of publishing
  • Using curiosity and experimentation to fuel new ideas

Topics: comics, independent publishing, storytelling, creative business, graphic novels

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Chris Fernandez
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Chris Fernandez

Chris is the Publisher at Mad Cave Studios, an independent comic book company he helped build from CSO upward, overseeing titles including Nottingham, Stargazer, and Dry Foot out of Miami, Florida.

Mark London
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Mark London

Mark is the CEO and Chief Creative Officer of Mad Cave Studios, the Miami-based indie comics publisher he built from a promise to his wife to follow his passion. He created Battlecats, Wolvenheart, and Honor & Curse, and recently launched the Underworld shared universe across three interconnected miniseries.

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