Who Am I—and Why This Project Matters
Who Am I—And Why This Project Matters
Hey, I’m Ray. I’m a horror creator, comic book writer, and one half of the team behind Memoirs of a Monster Society. I’ve been obsessed with monsters and storytelling since I was a kid—back when I couldn’t always afford comics from the shop and had to soak up the horror, action, and drama from animated shows like X-Men, Batman: The Animated Series, and Spider-Man. That era shaped how I think about storytelling, and it’s all bled into the work I do now.
For the past few years, my creative partner and I have been building this monster universe together—writing, drawing, rewriting, and funding it ourselves from day one. We haven’t used Kickstarter, haven’t asked for donations, and haven’t relied on hype. Just two horror fans grinding it out and making the kind of stories we actually want to read.
My partner has contributed a huge amount to the artwork and overall vision, while I’ve stayed laser-focused on the writing, direction, and tone. This isn’t just my passion project—it’s our shared mission to make something different, something weird, and something we can both stand behind.
Memoirs of a Monster Society is our flagship horror anthology, and after years of learning, failing, and rebuilding—we’re finally doing it the right way. This is not your typical horror comic.
Yes, it has monsters. Yes, it has creepy stories. But this project—whether you’re reading it as a comic or exploring it through our website—is designed to twist expectations. You think you’re walking into a haunted house. But halfway through, the floorboards give out, the wallpaper peels back, and you realize you’ve stepped into something far weirder, funnier, and more chaotic than you bargained for.
The Mission Behind the Madness
Memoirs of a Monster Society is my flagship title and the name of our website, too. It’s an anthology at heart, inspired by the gritty charm and controversy of 1950s horror comics. But rather than playing it straight, I wanted to inject it with all the things I love most: unpredictable storytelling, horror that doesn’t pull its punches, and even a little offbeat superhero flair.
When people read it, I don’t want them to think, “Oh, this is just another horror comic.” I want them to pause and say, “Wait—what did I just walk into?”
It’s spooky. It’s strange. Sometimes it’s funny. And occasionally, it punches you right in the gut. That blend of genres isn’t an accident. It’s baked in from page one.
Where It Started (and What Went Wrong)
This isn’t my first attempt at Memoirs. The original version—titled Memoirs of a Monster—was rough. It leaned more into a slasher tone, featured a drawn-out plot that lacked momentum, and suffered from art that just didn’t hold up.
The reviews were harsh. And honestly? They were right.
But instead of quitting, I took it all in. I listened. I regrouped. And I came back with something that stayed true to the original spirit while learning from every mistake.
Criticism can be brutal, but it’s also one of the best tools for growth—if you’re willing to use it.
Influences That Shaped the Style
Even though horror is my bread and butter, I draw inspiration from across the comic universe. My all-time favorite title is Spawn. Yeah, it’s got horror roots—but it’s also dark, bold, and unapologetically itself. That’s what I admire.
I grew up in the ‘90s, when buying comics at the shop wasn’t always an option. So like a lot of kids, my real comic education came from animated series: X-Men, Batman: The Animated Series, Spider-Man. That fast-paced action, moody atmosphere, and memorable characters burned themselves into my imagination. They’re a huge part of the DNA of Memoirs of a Monster Society.
And if you read the comic—or explore the stories on the site—you’ll see traces of all of that. This isn’t just horror for horror’s sake. This is horror that remembers what it’s like to be a kid sitting too close to the TV, watching something you probably weren’t supposed to.
The Work Behind the Scenes
Everything about this project—from the writing to the art to the website—has been self-funded by me and a close creative partner. I’ve never asked for money through Kickstarter or crowdfunding. I’ve hired additional artists where needed, stepped back when collaboration made more sense, and paid for every step myself.
It hasn’t always been easy, and there are days when I’m tempted to shelve it all and chase another idea. But no matter how many times I pivot, this is the project I keep coming back to. I feel like this is the one I need to finish—not just for the audience, but for myself.
So far, I’ve nearly completed three full issues of Memoirs of a Monster Society, not including the other side projects I’m developing like What Haunts Your Hometown (a more grounded, classic horror title that’s also close to release). A Platform Worth Supporting
Getting to share this article here on Creators of Written Sins is a big deal for me. This platform gives indie creators like myself a real chance to tell our stories—and build the kind of connections that often get buried in the noise of big-name publishers.
I’ve been fortunate enough to grab a deal and buy my own website, MemoirsofaMonsterSociety.com, where I post articles, comics, horror news, and weirdness every day. But getting a backlink and a spotlight here is invaluable, and I want to thank the team behind this site for making space for creators who are just trying to build something honest, raw, and original.
If you’re a fellow writer, artist, or monster-maker reading this—get involved. Share your work. Support others. We’re stronger when we rise together.
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