Bio: David Kelly is a comics artist in Seattle. David recently provided the cover for the second volume of The Book of Boy Trouble, a new compilation of fresh 'boy' comics, out from Green Candy Press.

David’s past work includes the self-published Xeric grant winner Steven’s Comics as well as comics for Boy Trouble, which he has published and co-edited since 1995 with founder, Robert Kirby. David’s comics have appeared in The Stranger, Gay Comics, Stereoscomic, and in numerous ‘zines and weekly newspapers.

David is currently working on a follow-up to Steven’s Comics as well as new compilation. For more information on David’s comics and artwork, please visit RainyDayRecess.com.

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Boy Trouble: 10th Anniversary Edition
Juicy Mother 2: How They Met
Steven's Comics: We Are Family
The Book of Boy Trouble, Volume 2
The Book of Boy Trouble
Young Bottoms in Love

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[Color Commentary, Posted 1/15/09]
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[News, Posted 10/7/08]
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[News, Posted 11/27/06]
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[Color Commentary, Posted 9/28/06]
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