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Published September 1998
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My second book, A Writer's Guide To The Business Of Comics was originally written about one year after The Business Of Comics. It occured to me, following the success of the first book, that there was a void in the industry information for writers of the genre. There are a plethora of books on how to be an artist in comics, how to draw, and various manuals on company methods. But there was nothing out that guided the aspiring writer of comics. A Writer's Guide To The Business Of Comics is designed especially for writers who want to break into the comics business. It outlines the specific business practices and techniques used by professional comics writers. Five detailed chapters deal with various critical aspects of writing for comics and professional conduct. This book includes: understanding the market, creating the work, styles of scripting, preparing writing samples, methods for approaching potential employers, self-promotion and good business conduct. A Writer's Guide . . . also features 30 interviews with established comics pros, including Neil Gaiman of Sandman fame, Dave Gibbons - creator of The Watchmen, Louise Simonson - writer of the Thor series for Marvel Comics, and Kurt Busiek - writer for the award-winning Marvels series. The book is packed with extras like submissions guidlelines, internet resources, scripting formats, techniques guides, business forms, education information, companies and their contacts, and legal practices. It also includes lists of industry publications, informational books and tips for getting organized. The book is filled with great art and information reasonably priced at $16.95 for the trade paperback. |
