How Nick Edwards Built 3 Successful Kickstarters (Indie Comics Deep Dive!)
Join AJ on Talking Comics as he interviews writer/creator Nick Edwards of Unearthly Comics. Nick breaks down his new book The Apostasy, his horror influences, his writing process, how he built three successful Kickstarters, and the journey of creating indie comics with collaborators like Scott Beecher and Dave Shuler.
They talk conventions, marketing, traveling the country selling books, and how to break into comics as a creator.
If you’re into indie comics, Kickstarter campaigns, writing tips, or creator spotlights — this episode is packed for you.
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⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Nick Edwards and His Journey
03:23 The Birth of Unearthly Comics
06:24 Exploring The Apostasy
09:17 The Comic Creation Process
12:50 The Reality of Indie Comics
15:49 The Collaborative Nature of Comics
18:45 Writing and Artistic Collaboration
26:34 The Importance of Paper Quality
29:30 Crafting Unique Stories
30:41 Advice for Aspiring Creators
34:30 Marketing Strategies for Success
42:55 Final Thoughts and Future Plans
52:49 Superpowers and Sidekicks: The Fun of Fantasy
53:33 Life on the Road: A Comic Creator's Journey
55:35 Travel Tales: Exploring the U.S.
01:01:44 Marketing Comics: Lessons from the Road
01:05:05 Finding Your Audience: Retail Strategies
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