The PROOF is in the pudding

... and the proof sheet is in my hands!

This past Friday I received the inspection copy of the book. And do you expect me to report anything less than CALIENTE' when it comes to our book?

We really are pleased with how it came it out. Truly one of the best editions we have put together. And although this was the quickest we put the book together, in no way did we just crap it out. You'll find out for yourself soon enough.

This month's teaser image is brought to you from another Freshman Lover who is also a Protege to our very own founder/Beanrobot, Albert.

Valerie Fletcher take a bow and enjoy your anonymity while it lasts. Because as soon as the book comes out, the Passion Paparazzi will be on you like Black on Beans.

Downs and Ups

Buenos Dias Muchachos Y Muchachas

As open as we are here at HMLC central, we also have our dirty little secrets. Everybody does. And revealing them has become profession for many people and websites. Curse you world wide web!

But without the internet, how would you get your irregular fix of digital passion and Latin heat?

Why am I telling you all this, using our blog to complain? Because I feel compelled to tell you something...

We missed our deadline for the printer.

My apologies amigos, sometimes life gets in the way.

BUT FEAR NOT!!

We were not about to let another year go by without delivering the goods. Being as diligent as we are, there was a contingency plan set up and activated a few weeks ago! What the hell am I writing here? A long drawn out way of saying...

THE 2010 EDITION OF OUR BOOK IS LOCKED, UPLOADED AND AT THE PRINTER!

In just a few weeks, we should have it completed and in our hands and then off to San DIego to sell it to you! Once again, muchos gracias to the nucleus for pulling together and getting everything done.

Beanrobot, L-Dogg, Lady J...Te quiero a todos

The above image is brought to you by Keith Conroy, one of the original contributors to our book back in the mid-nineties. His return was more than worth the wait! You'll find out for yourself next month.

Everybody LOVES Paco

Hola Amigos

Another quick update and some kudos.

The book is just about ready for print and I am quoting Beanrobot when I write

"This is one of the best editions ever!"

But I want to give a shout out to Mexican Lover, Artist and Friend

Shawn "Calves" Murray

There are a number of people who have contributed to five issues of the book, but no one else has featured the same character each time. Shawn is the creator/artist of "Paco" who has become one of the mascots of our book. With the exception of the premiere issue back in 1996, Paco is the only character to appear in every issue (making this his fifth, consecutive appearance).

There was a moment , due to time constraints, when Paco wasn't going to make an appearance for the 2010 edition, but as usual,

Passion trumps time!

I know many people out there are huge fans of our silent and stout, sombrero wearing hero. But I really want to thank Shawn for devoting his time and talent to our book. His Love shines like a beacon that cuts through a foggy night in the Gulf of Mexico.

Mucho Besos Hermano, the next round is on me!

Hungry for something?

Well here's another tidbit to satisfy your craving for love,

HOT MEXICAN LOVE (comics that is).

Our 2010 edition will be 48 pages

The front cover will once again be painted by fan-favorite Paul Wee!

We will not be distributing through Diamond this time around (at least not yet) so if you live outside of the Los Angeles area, the only way to get this issue is at San Diego Comic-Con.

The capital of Mexico is Mexico City. The main export: Passion.

The above illustration is from Senior Lover, Master of Romance, and Wrangler of the 14" Python... Rodrigo Clouden.

Working FOR and ON the weekend

WOW

two posts in one month

(told you all I would update)

Senor Ira here to let you know that 90% of the artwork has been viewed by yours truly

(why not 100%, because passion takes time amigos)

The above image is from our fire-haired lover, Ethan Spaulding.

It is not only a tease from his latest story,

but it best conveys my mental state as I compile the book...

I AM GOING LOCO!!

Love carries a price tag,

and it is not always on sale.

May your weekend be filled with hugs, kisses and tequila

(do a shot for me as I will still be working... for you).

Feliz Cinco de Mayo

!Hola Lovers!

Hope you are all having the most festive of celebrations this Fifth of May.

We are working very hard on the next issue, seriously. And promise you an update of all things HMLC very soon. In the meantime, my gift to you is a tiny peek of one of the stories from our next issue. Provided by Freshman lover, Caleb Meurer!

His name is "Burrito", and his passion will become YOURS.

con amor y besos,

Senor Ira

Feliz Neuvo Ano 2010

Hello again faithful lovers and readers of our comic and blog. To answer a few questions:

YES - this post is delayed

YES - I must show more photos from Comic-Con 2009

YES - we are hard at work with ALL that we do

YES - we still love you

And while we are involved with the multi-tasking of life, love and the creation of great comics books, I hope this brief entry will satisfy you for the time being.

The above photo is of our nucleus: Angry Bob, L-Dogg, Beanrobot, contributor "El Climo", yours truly (Senor Ira) and the sugar on top of your churro, The Lady Janice.

Let us know if you want an autographed copy of the group shot to show off to all your amigos.

APE this weekend!

Buenos Noches Lovers!

This weekend in the City on the Bay is the

Alternative Press Expo: APE Con!

And Hot Mexican Love Comics will be there! Be sure to get a booster shot of Love by stopping by our table. Lovers on hand include:

L-Dogg

Senor Ira

The Lady Janice

Beanrobot

We will have our expanding library of books available for purchase including a new sketchbook from cover artist Paul Wee (his first solo book, those are in limited supply folks)

Also available are the convention exclusive HMLC Shot Glasses!

This year featuring "Senor Hot Stuff"

(last year's shot glasses were gobbled up quick, you don't want to be left out this time around Amigos)

And once again, we will be auctioning off a

"Date with Albert (BeanRobot)!"

The auction is free with purchase, but the memories will last a lifetime.

So stop on by table 528 for

Music, Laughter, Sketches,

tips on how to pick up women,

tips on how to pick up men (L-Dogg' s specialty),

and most of all: comics!!!

Still alive

Fear not faithful Lovers! We have not gone AWOL, we are just busy.

A quick update for all of you who are located in the Bay Area: L-Dogg, Beanrobot, Lady J & myself will be making our annual appearance at the APE Con in two weeks! (Angry Bob will not be joining us. He has yet another anger management weekend to attend. Mandatory, of course).

More details to come soon!

The Hottest Romance EVER!

Talk about a passion that knows no bounds! Michelle & Jim Bob Duggar (leaders of the brewing Duggar cult) proudly announced the impending arrival of their 19th child! Way to go you two! You certainly know how to keep passion alive.

One would think that after 25 years of marriage and 18 children, the fires may grow a little dim in the furnace, but not for these two. They keep things super hot! I can only imagine the type of hedonistic unions these two join in when behind closed doors. And are there any accompaniments to help them keep the romance in the stratosphere? Literature perhaps? Literature of the Latin-based anthological kind?

If anybody has any information regarding the Duggars having possession of our book, PLEASE let us know (they have not returned my calls or emails). And for more info. on this enormous family, check out this article on the Huffington Post.

So Mazel Tov Duggar family. You are an inspiration to lovers everywhere!

(editor's note: while the staff at Hot Mexican Love Comics thoroughly encourages the art of romance and the act of love-making (both with a partner and by yourself), we also encourage safe-sex and are supporters of the Pro-Choice movement)

SDCC 09 Review: Part Uno

Hola Amigos ¿Como esta?

As the love courses through our veins, so must we blood-let ourselves to share the passion with you.

Comic-Con is always fun. We had a good year filled with laughs, music and sales (Fiesta!) Sadly, the winner of the "Win a date with BeanRobot" was a no-show. But never fear, although Albert was disappointed, many other lover-wannabees were delighted, knowing that their chance at love is only a smile away.

Part of the fun at the show is making new friends, and even better is re-aquainting ourselves with "former customers". We are tickled that you make room in your heart and time at the convention for us.

Preview Night

First off, a huge thanks and kiss on the cheek goes out to artist, friend and contributor, Robert Goodin, for helping me unload my truck and set up the HMLC table at the con. Be sure to check out his blog at Wood Paneled Basement for all things Goodin. While your at it, click over to his second blog, COVERED, which is one of the best new blogs in years. Featuring all kinds of interpretations of Comic Book Covers from every age. It's a Hit!

As for the show, Senor Ira sat alone for three hours, but did as well as could be expected being that most attendees on Wednesday evening were running around for convention exclusives... which we had. The "Senor Hot Stuff" collectible shot glass was a big hit for us. So big that it guarantees a series of shot glasses! Where can you get one? Only at a convention (it's a convention exclusive... duh?) But we will be at APE Con in San Fran in Oct. More on that later.What will number three in the series look like? Well for that you'll have to check here in about 10 months.

Thursday

No more lonely nights or days here, thanks to the arrival of the cutest Belgian you could ever meet. Rudi-riffic, our Belgian Mexican Lover, came down to help spread the love and work the table with yours truly. This was Rudi's second year helping us out at the big show and it was much appreciated. For all of you who requested one of his authentic Belgian Waffles, we apologize for running out so early. But damn are they tasty! If you've had one you know how addictive they are. They are so good they may become a convention exclusive in the future.

Enough words, feast your eyes on some Pics.

Dearest Monelle, your support of our love is better than any brassiere could ever provide.

(And thanks for the Hot Sauce)

Dr. Mrs. The Monarch is believed to be the winner of the

"Win a Date with BeanRobot" contest.

Some people feel it was a fix. For her, I think it is just a loss.

Sweet Christmas! Powerman knows where the love is!

Comedian and Silk Spectre.

Awesome Costumes, Terrible Movie adaptation.

(Great taste in Comics though)

Orale' Harlow. Keep it real 'til next year Hermano.

Oops, my bad, THIS is a pic of the winner of the "Win a Date with Beanrobot". Perhaps he wasn't macho enough to go out on a date with a real Mexican Lover.

That's enough for now. Stay tuned for review: Part Dos!

The Last Convention

... last WEEK that is.

Sorry for the delay in updates, Lovers. After a long five days of spreading the love, it takes almost a week to recoup. (Jeez Louise, we may be super romantic but we are not Super human).

Until I have the proper time alloted for a more detailed update and commentary, the above photo of the Nucleus with the Space Pope, must suffice. Yes, once again the "Pasion Index" was HIGH. Overall, we had a good show and thank all of you, our loyal readers, followers and R.I.T.'s (Romantics-in-Training) for stopping by and continuing to spread our gospel of Latin Love.

may vestri vita exsisto repletus per perturbatio quod comic libri,

Senor Ira

Let the Games Begin!

Comic-Con is here!

HOT MEXICAN LOVE COMICS

Small Press Area

Table N8

Angry Bob!

L-Dogg!

Senor Ira!

The Lady Janice!

Rudi-riffic!

Beanrobot!!

YOU!!!

Be There.

(Dress Casual, our crimes of Passion are legal)

¡CONVENTION EXCLUSIVE 2009!

Due to the OVERWHELMING success of

last year's Shot Glass,

we're doing it again!

Only at San Diego Comic-Con 2009 will you be able to purchase the second in what may become a series of collectible shot glasses brought to you by your favorite Banditos de Amor. The Hot Mexican Love Comics shot glass (numero dos) features our very own " Senor Hot Stuff " on one side, and a personal invitation inscribed on the other.

Hailed by both dignitaries and alcoholics as "The most satisfying non-organic object to touch their lips", the Hot Mexican Love Comics Shot Glass is the best way to reminisce your time of unbridled pasion.

As with all of our products, this drinking receptacle was crafted with the sweat of our love, the tears of our romance and an internet manufacturing company. How can you pass that up? Bonus with each purchase: you get to actually touch the flesh (a handshake, a hug or ???) of the HMLC team member working the booth at the time!

HMLC team members scheduled to attend:

-Senor Ira

-L-Dogg

-Angry Bob

-The Lady Janice (handshakes only hombres)

-Rudi-riffic, Our Belgian Casanova

and everybody's favorite, Beanrobot... ALBERT!!

So be sure to make your annual pilgrimage to our sensual little booth and purchase yours before they run out. (And purchase a couple extra to resell on eBay while you're at it.)

See in the Small Press Area table N8

As always, con amor,

Senor Ira

p.s. we will NOT be doing shots at the booth this year (Comic-Con Org. slapped our wrists for doing that last time), but feel free to buy us a drink after convention hours!

Senor Hot Stuff wants YOU!!

Hola Amigos!

The San Diego Comic-Con 2009 is right around the corner and things sure are HOT here at our HQ.

What type of things you ask? Well you'll just have to check back here for updates regarding our return to the Big Show in San Diego Next Week!

See you then Lovers.