Here’s an interesting article I read on self-publishing–specifically on self-publishing comics. Although I don’t agree with everything Stef says, and I certainly don’t work in the same format, size, run, etc. she did, a lot of the information is extremely useful for beginners. It’s a great overview of what really goes into self-publishing a comic,…
Along with comics creatorsย Nick Abadzis, Jeff Lemire,ย Jeffrey Brown, and Nate Powell, I was invited by Boing Boing to share my top 5 comics from the last year. 2012 has been an incredible year for comics, and I’ve been finding more to love than ever before. This really is an exciting time to be involved in…
55 Stories From High School Delaine Derry Green ย has made a name for herself in the comics and zine worlds with her diary comics anthology,ย Not My Small Diary, which has been running since 1996. Widely praised for excellent layout and design, the Small Diary collection has been well received by reviewers and readers the world…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=GbvwZ9lwvjc I’ve mentioned the comics app Emanata before, but it keeps getting such great attention that I can’t help but continue to share the love. If you own an iPhone, iPod Touch, or an iPad, then consider giving Emanata try.
New Comics Reader for iOS Rated 8/10 in Wired Magazine’s 2012 App Guide, Emanataย has been spreading like wildfire! The new artist-friendly digital comics app for the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch is filled with dozens of comics from indie creators including Malachi Ward, Jess Smart Smiley, Dave Scheidt, Jarod Rosello, Emma T. Capps, Thomas Hunter,…
WHO MAKES MONEY OFF OF COMICS? Where does all the money from a $2.99 creator-owned comic go? This is an excellent article on the subject from Jim Zub, creator of Skullkickers from Image Comics. Read the full article here.
Stop what you’re doing and get yourself to a comic book shop right now–today is 24 Hour Comics Day! Comics creators are a crazy bunch, and they’ve set apart this one day out of the year to make a brand-new, 24 page comic in just 24 hours. Sound easy? When is the last time you…
Two big events happening this weekend: 24-Hour Comics Day, and the Teen Book Fest. 24-HOUR COMICS DAY 24-Hour Comics Day is an event held around the world which challenges writers and artists to create a full 24-page comic in 24 consecutive hours. Thousands of artists take the 24-Hour Comics Day Challenge every year! The fun…
The Huffington Post recently shared a list of recommended Halloween-flavored comics, including Hellboy, Ghostopolis,ย Swamp Thing, and my own graphic novel,ย Upside Down: A Vampire Tale! I thought it would be fun to share some of my favorite Halloween comics, and see what comics you’ve enjoyed. Post your favorite Halloween comics in the comments section below. MOSQUITO:ย An…
What is 24-Hour Comics Day? 24-Hour Comics Day is an event held around the world which challenges writers and artists to create a full 24-page comic in 24 consecutive hours. Thousands of artists take the 24-Hour Comics Day Challenge every year! How can I participate? Find a venue near you who is hosting a 24-Hour…