About Vannotes
Vannotes is a writer, cartoonist, and educator from the Treasure Valley. Their work includes writing the official graphic novels for Bendy, Spy Ninjas, and Piggy for Scholastic. Other work includes publications from Boom! Studios, King Features Syndicate, Oregon East, Oroboro. Shelfdust, and ZEAL.
They received their BFA in Comic Art from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design and their MFA in Creative Writing from Eastern Oregon University. When they’re not at their desk, they read far too many comic books and play far too many video games.
To contact Vannotes for professional inquiries or just to say hi, please email vannotesbooks@gmail.com.
Bibliography by Year
2024
Spy Ninjas Original Graphic Novel: Boss Battle
WriterAnother day, another threat looming from Project Zorgo! This time, these determined hackers kidnap tech genius Joseph Banks to steal ideas to finally defeat the Spy Ninjas. Hold on just a minute! Chad and Vy rescue Banks with the help of their Spy Ninjas recruits, but it looks like it was a little too late. Project Zorgo created a 3D printer that allows them to send video game bosses to the real world! This can't be good.
Soon the Spy Ninjas are on the case battling, crafting, and smashing their way through the Project Zorgo plan. Will their expert moves be enough to stop this video game takeover or will Project Zorgo get the upper hand? With quick thinking and some sweet skills, the Spy Ninjas are ready for another graphic novel adventure!
PIGGY Original Graphic Novel:
Desert Nightmare
WriterJoin Willow and Cami as they escape from the clutches of PIGGY on a high-speed chase through the desert!
After the outbreak of a mysterious disease that's turned the world upside down, Willow and her team, the Silver Paw, have done all they can to survive. When word gets to the Silver Paw that their allies on the other side of town are suffering from a super itchy rash, it's up to Willow and Cami to track down a rare desert herb to save their friends from their scratchy stupor. But PIGGY is hot on their trail, and out for revenge... Can Willow and Cami get out of the desert in one piece? Or will the desert sun set on the end of the Silver Paw?
2023
Spy Ninjas Original Graphic Novel: New Recruits
WriterAfter yet another trap set by Project Zorgo, Chad and Vy are left without the rest of their Spy Ninjas team. But this isn’t the end of the dynamic duo! After their friends leave the team, Chad and Vy get trapped in an endless loop of eating tacos and watching TV. But eventually they rally and train three new superfan recruits. They certainly have the skills to keep up, but do they have the heart?
The new recruits quickly learn the meaning of true teamwork in the face of a looming Project Zorgo threat. Will their hacker skills, parkour stunts, and secret disguises be enough to take down Project Zorgo? Or will the infamous hackers get the last laugh?
PIGGY Original Graphic Novel:
Permanent Detention
WriterWelcome to the bone chilling, pulse-pounding world of PIGGY, the survival-horror game that will keep you up at night.
After the outbreak of a zombie-like disease that's turned the world upside down, Willow and her mysterious team, the Silver Paw, do all they can to stay alive. It's not so easy when there's dangerous creatures called "the infected" and their leader, PIGGY, roaming the streets. Danger is around every corner.
When PIGGY ambushes Willow and newcomer Cami, the two escape to an abandoned school only to find they'll have to survive a barbarian clan of kindergartners, a gladiator pit in the cafeteria, and an infected-filled gym, all with PIGGY hot on their trail. Can they escape in one piece? Or will this be the end of Willow and the Silver Paw?
2022
Spy Ninjas Original Graphic Novel: Virtual Reality Madness!
WriterThe Spy Ninjas finally have the upper hand! Chad and Vy have discovered a super secret project Zorgo base. It's filled with gadgets, gizmos and some serious technology. Chad and Vy just have to show some of this to the other Spy Ninjas. They bring a VR headset home with them, but it's more than meets the eye. Chad and Vy try on the headset and get sucked into a virtual world! This can't be good.
Complete with digital bosses, exploding food, and wacky characters, will the Spy Ninjas be able to escape or will project Zorgo prevail once and for all? This original graphic novel is perfect for readers searching for a whirlwind adventure!
2020
Bendy Crack-Up Comics Collection
WriterThis collection of vintage 1930s-1940s Bendy comic strips is a must-have for those wanting to peek into the silly, scary world of Bendy and his friends!
For those dying to know more about the simple, darkly funny cartoons produced at Joey Drew Studios, look no further than this illustrated collection of comics based on the exploits of Bendy, Boris the Wolf, Alice Angel, and all their friends! This collection of vintage comic strip adaptations brings to life the best of the many cartoon features produced by Joey Drew Studios. Fans of all ages won't want to miss this never-before-published romp that brings to life the world of Bendy!
Other Works
2019 | Fellowship Book 2 - Inverse Fellowship | Character Art Illustrator
2018 | Adventure Time Comics #20 - “Marceline the Derbie Queen” - Writer
2017 | Adventure Time Comics #11 - Cover Artist
Web
2021 | “Flash Forward” - Author and Illustrator - Comics Kingdom
2020 | “Second Garden” - Author and Illustrator - Oroboro Lit Journal
2019 | “Popeye’s Cartoon Club!” - Writer and Letterer - King Features Syndicate/Comics Kingdom
2017 | “Lakitu’s Hook” - Author and Illustrator - ZEAL
Self Published
Small Town Speculation - Author and Illustrator - 2021
Enigma Agents Issue 1 + 2 - Author and Illustrator - 2019