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Complete Guide to Self-Publishing Comics : How to Create and Sell Comic Books, Manga, and Webcomics by Adam Withers and Comfort Love (2015, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPotter/Ten SPEED/Harmony/Rodale
ISBN-100804137803
ISBN-139780804137805
eBay Product ID (ePID)204168905
Product Key Features
Number of Pages240 Pages
Publication NameComplete Guide to Self-Publishing Comics : How to Create and Sell Comic Books, Manga, and Webcomics
LanguageEnglish
SubjectTechniques / Cartooning, Marketing / General, Publishing, Techniques / Drawing, Web / Design, Popular Culture
Publication Year2015
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaArt, Computers, Language Arts & Disciplines, Business & Economics
AuthorAdam Withers, Comfort Love
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight32.5 Oz
Item Length10.5 in
Item Width8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2014-035025
Dewey Edition23
Reviews"Comfort and Adam have created a step-by-step guide filled with pro-level suggestions and helpful hints. If you are cooking up a self-published comic, you found the right recipe book. Bon appétit!" ---Jeff Smith, cartoonist of the self-published comics Bone , RASL , and Tuki Save the Humans
TitleLeadingThe
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal741.5023
Table Of Content1. Concept 5 What Are You Making and Why? 6 Research 10 Designing Characters 13 Designing Your Setting 21 2. Writing 27 Anatomy of a Comics Script 28 The Writing Process 31 The Writer's Trinity: Plot, Story, and Character 36 How to Write Dialogue 46 Life as a Writer 49 3. Drawing 57 Anatomy of a Comics Page 58 The Drawing Process 62 Creating Interesting Pages 66 Bringing Characters to Life 76 Life as an Artist 82 4. Coloring 89 Introduction to Color Theory 90 Getting Comfortable with Photoshop 95 Coloring the Page 101 Special Effects 113 Life as a Colorist 125 5. Lettering 131 Understanding Lettering 132 Getting Comfortable with Illustrator 136 How to Letter a Page 141 Sound Effects 155 Life as a Letterer 167 6. Publishing 171 The Modern World of Publishing 172 Print Publishing 178 Digital Publishing 188 Distribution 194 7. Marketing 199 You Are Your Product 200 Targeting Your Audience 203 Mastering Your Web Presence 207 Conventioneering 214 Afterword 225 Thanks and Gratitude 227 The Adventure Continues Online 229 Index 230
SynopsisTake Control of Your Comics-Making Destiny Creating your own comic is easier than ever before. With advances in technology, the increased connectivity of social media, and the ever-increasing popularity of the comics medium, successful DIY comics publishing is within your reach. With The Complete Guide to Self-Publishing Comics , creators/instructors Comfort Love and Adam Withers provide a step-by-step breakdown of the comics-making process, perfect for any aspiring comics creator. This unprecedented, in-depth coverage gives you expert analysis on each step-writing, drawing, coloring, lettering, publishing, and marketing. Along the way, luminaries in the fields of comics, manga, and webcomics-like Mark Waid, Adam Warren, Scott Kurtz, and Jill Thompson-lend a hand, providing "Pro Tips" on essential topics for achieving your comics-making dreams. With the insights and expertise contained within these pages, you'll have everything you need and no excuses left- It's time to make your comics!, Take Control of Your Comics-Making Destiny Creating your own comic is easier than ever before. With advances in technology, the increased connectivity of social media, and the ever-increasing popularity of the comics medium, successful DIY comics publishing is within your reach. With The Complete Guide to Self-Publishing Comics , creators/instructors Comfort Love and Adam Withers provide a step-by-step breakdown of the comics-making process, perfect for any aspiring comics creator. This unprecedented, in-depth coverage gives you expert analysis on each step--writing, drawing, coloring, lettering, publishing, and marketing. Along the way, luminaries in the fields of comics, manga, and webcomics--like Mark Waid, Adam Warren, Scott Kurtz, and Jill Thompson--lend a hand, providing "Pro Tips" on essential topics for achieving your comics-making dreams. With the insights and expertise contained within these pages, you'll have everything you need and no excuses left: It's time to make your comics
LC Classification NumberPN6710.L68 2015
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- 21 Sep, 2016
the complete guide to self publishing
One of the best book of its kind. It explains the whole business, yet they very easy to follow. The beautiful color pages are appealing even for people who don't plan on making a web comic. For the ones that do, the book is very informative and a perfect tool for anyone who wants to make a comic. Trust me, you wont regret it!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 23 Dec, 2016
Bought as a gift
I bought this as a gift and my friend loves it!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
