How to Break Into Comics (Marvel & DC & Ignition Press Writer Interview + Kickstarter Tips)
This week on Talking Comics, we sit down with Marvel & DC & Ignition Press writer Stephanie Williams to talk about:
Breaking into comics professionally
Running a successful Kickstarter
Writing for Marvel and DC
Creator-owned vs mainstream comics
REAL advice for aspiring comic creators
Plus—we share our journey of funding and printing our FIRST comic!
If you’re an indie creator, comic fan, or looking to break into the industry—this episode is for you.
Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_Podcast
Co-Host: Annakhan
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:32 Journey into Comics and Writing
04:37 Kickstarter Experience and Advice
10:40 Creative Process and Inspirations
16:49 Writing for Major Publishers
22:37 Upcoming Projects and Conventions
28:55 Exciting New Projects: Street Sharks Annual
31:23 The Creative Process: From Script to Art
33:50 Collaboration in Comics: The Writer-Artist Dynamic
34:52 Fun and Games: This or That with Creators
42:49 Comic Book Favorites: Characters and Universes
48:20 Life as a Comic: Personal Reflections and Insights
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