Description: A pair of silhouettes make a graphic novel that they hope the book will rocket them to fame and fortune. Disillusioned Illusions is a powerful exploration of what happens when ambition collides with indolence in this debut graphic novel.
Brief description: Greg Stump is a longtime contributor to The Stranger and a former journalist and critic for The Comics Journal. His work in comics includes the weekly strip Dwarf Attack and (With David Lasky) the comic book series Urban Hipster, which was nominated for a Harvey and Ignatz award. He teaches at Seattle University and through various non-profit organizations in the Seattle area.
Review Quotes: As the panels glide by, Stump exercises a steadfast control of improvised futility, resulting in a charming, sad portrait of anti-ambition.-- "Paste"