# Len Mihalovich - Lenovations Press, Section 12 & Building Indie Comics That Last

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Podcast: [The United States Department of Nerds Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372)
Published: 2026-03-23T14:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Len Mihalovich, creator and publisher behind Lenovations Press, joins the USDN Podcast to discuss building a lasting indie comics universe across decades. From the 1990s indie comic boom to today’s creator-driven landscape, Len shares his journey from rejection letters and early publishing struggles to launching Section 12 and establishing a boutique publishing model focused on quality and longevity. We explore: • Breaking into comics in the 90s • Indie publishing challenges and distribution collapse • The evolution of Section 12 • Building Lenovations Press • Creating comics beyond Kickstarter • Sustaining a long-term indie publishing vision This episode is a deep dive into persistence, storytelling, and what it really takes to build something that lasts in indie comics. 🔗 FOLLOW LENOVATIONS PRESS 🌐 Website: http://www.lenovationspress.com 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lenovations 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lenovationspress/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LenovationsPress/ 💰 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lenovationspress 🧰 COLLECTOR TIP OF THE WEEK (USDN) Protect, store, and upgrade your comic collection with BCW Supplies. 🛒 https://www.bcwsupplies.com/?acc=usdn 💸 Use code: USDN for 10% off Affiliate Disclosure: USDN may earn a small commission if you use our link or code. This helps support the show at no extra cost to you. 📢 ABOUT USDN PODCAST The USDN Podcast is a creator-focused media platform dedicated to indie comics, crowdfunding, and the people shaping the future of storytelling. 🎙️ Hosted by The Chairman 📅 New episodes weekly Business / Media Inquiries: thechairman@usdnpodcast.com

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