'Returned': A Medieval Zombie Graphic Novel with Jason Strutz | Zombie Book Club Ep 113

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Jason Strutz joins us on Zombie Book Club Ep 113 to talk about Returned, his medieval horror graphic novel where the undead aren’t just monsters — they’re souls trapped in bodies that have turned violent, forced to watch as loved ones try to bring them back. When warrior Vale dies and becomes one such undead, her partner Hal and their son Ragno must navigate the horror, the betrayal, and the slim chance of redemption.

We dive into how Jason’s own life — from caring for a parent with frontotemporal dementia to balancing art with fatherhood — inspired the emotional core of Returned. We also talk about his creative process, the unique zombie mythos he’s built, and what comes next in the Kickstarter rollout.

Guest Links:

• Website: strutzart.com
• Comic/Webcomic Website: ReturnedComic.com
• Kickstarter: Returned – Part One & Two of Four
• Instagram: @strutzart
• Facebook: StrutzArt page

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פרקים

1. Welcome to Zombie Book Club (00:00:00)

2. Rapid Fire Zombie Questions (00:03:05)

3. Introducing Returned: Medieval Horror (00:16:16)

4. Creating Comics as a Work-at-Home Dad (00:27:19)

5. The Metaphor Behind the Zombies (00:43:34)

6. Art Process and Kickstarter Journey (01:05:00)

7. Wrap-Up and Where to Find Jason (01:15:55)