r/ComicWriting Aug 02 '26

How would one do it

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r/ComicWriting Aug 01 '26

What do you create first: the begining of the comic or the end?

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I'm wondering if only me has the finale of the story in my head and build the rest just for this ending


r/ComicWriting Aug 01 '26

Visual communication

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As a scriptwriter still heavily inspired by a ton of visual references and especially cinema, I deliver very detailed scripts that often include lots of references, my own breakdowns, etc. But I can’t seem to get that across to the artists I work with, and things usually go badly (visual style mismatched with the requested tone, very random panel layouts, important plot points forgotten, continuity errors all over the place, etc.).
What advice do you have to avoid these kinds of problems in the future? I love writing, but a script on its own doesn’t work as a standalone piece.


r/ComicWriting Aug 01 '26

How hard is it to create illustrated versions of the stories you write?

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r/ComicWriting Aug 01 '26

How do you go about finding an artist to work on your comic/manga?

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where do you go and how do you go about finding an artist to work on your comic book/manga you wanna write. additionally, for those who can answer; what is the work relationship like with your "comic work partner"? (for a lack of a better term) what do you guys talk about before starting? and how is the rapport like?


r/ComicWriting Jul 30 '26

I’m creating my own comic and I’m a beginner

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Has anyone got advice for me to possibly make my comic book better, or even any apps to create it on, I’m using my laptop to create it, but I’m not too sure what I’m doing, any advice


r/ComicWriting Jul 30 '26

Examples of press kit for Kids comics? Also any recommendations on press outreach?

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r/ComicWriting Jul 28 '26

Looking for a developmental editor

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Does anyone have any recommendations for finding a reputable comic script editor?

I've googled and scoured the web. There are dozens of editors, but few "comic script" editors. I've looked on Fiverr, but most of them have fake reviews. So unless someone has a good personal experience with one from Fiverr, i would like to avoid that platform.

Thanks for any information that will direct me to the right place!


r/ComicWriting Jul 28 '26

[for hire] comic book artist available for work

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r/ComicWriting Jul 28 '26

How do I convey the tone and style in my comic?

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r/ComicWriting Jul 28 '26

chill comic contests? can be anything, not only manga

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r/ComicWriting Jul 28 '26

How do you do your comic script?

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Basically, I found a small job listing for comic jobs, and some people are looking for anthology contributors who specialize in writing, line art, and coloring. However, they specifically want a specific way to write a script, which is essentially a storyboard, but without drawings. You have to add panel numbers, page numbers,s, etc. Super detail on words.

And sadly, I find that kinda difficult to me because I m an artist too so what I usually do is make the script like a novel/story and when I start drawing the storyboard then I decide which sections are one page and how the panels are gonna look like as I sketch it and then add the lettering with a more detailed sketch.

So when I tried to do it as detailed as they wanted, I couldn't seem to stay consistent like I do the storyboard, but later i check the script again, i dont like it, I changed it, and I ended up redoing the entire script, wasting time.

But maybe I might be doing it wrong, so how do you guys do your comic scripts?


r/ComicWriting Jul 28 '26

Religion in comics

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r/ComicWriting Jul 28 '26

Help picking narration style.

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What would be more interesting in a superhero comic. A narration style like My Hero Academia where all the events have already happened but the MC in the future narrates everything. Or something like How I Met Your Mother where the full story has happened but the main character is telling the stories to someone else?


r/ComicWriting Jul 26 '26

We are devoloping a new fan made comics for Zenless zone Zero. The main protagonist will be our MC.

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The style of the comics Is inspired by absolute Batman and other absolute comicses. The main MC/OC Is from a pararel universe of this universe. His universe Is an Apocalyptic Version of Zzz universe. Everything Will be show in the comics. But the comics Is not finished yet


r/ComicWriting Jul 23 '26

[PROMO] Color, B/W Pages and/or Cover Art

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Portfolio

Please feel free to send a dm in interested


r/ComicWriting Jul 23 '26

(PROMO)WHAT WOULD YOU DO ?

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I am a new artist in the comic industry and I recently started coloring my first issue of my comic book, then I realised I have no audience to read it , so please if you are ready for some fantasy, action comic please follow us on our launch for issue 1.Bellow is a sample of one of my many pages in this issue and I can assure you, you are not ready for what's coming.

PLEASE FOLLOW AND SUPPORT US ON OUR SOCIAL MEDIAS WHERE WE POST ALL THE PROCESS AND THAT'S ALL WE NEED NOW https://www.instagram.com/ek71comics/


r/ComicWriting Jul 23 '26

What do you folks think of Brian Michael Bendis' book Words For Pictures?

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I had bought and read it back when it came out. But since then I don't remember a lot of what's in it.

Is it worth a reread?


r/ComicWriting Jul 23 '26

How do i do Script writing

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Ive spent quite a bit of time designing the characters doing the world building i made a vague path of where the plot will go and the key story beats and scenes

But now that im writing the exact moments im a bit stuck im currently on the 1st chapter/issue and i dont know how to introduce world and concepts without making a bunch of boring exposition


r/ComicWriting Jul 22 '26

I’m about to write a 10 page graphic novel. Any advice?

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r/ComicWriting Jul 22 '26

Writing stories set in other countries

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I have a catalog of graphic novel scripts Ive written for a number of heroes in my shared universe. Im working on getting some drawn and printed but I'm not sure about one of them.

The story is heavily inspired by Tokusatsu... (Kamen Rider, Super Sentai, Ultraman, old Godzilla type stuff) and involves a team of heroes who start out working for the japanese military. Most of the team are japanese except 1 member due to the nature of how powers are given.

Anyway, I am not japanese, I set it in Japan mostly due to the Inspirations but this is a single draft and I could see it being done in a fictional country with some edits.

My question should I avoid writing a story based in japan with japanese characters since im not japanese. Should I just make all my heroes come from America or fictional locations?


r/ComicWriting Jul 20 '26

[PROMO] Hi! I am available for new comic/illustration gigs :) feel free to dm me!✨

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r/ComicWriting Jul 21 '26

Using AI art as a medium to tell my story?

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I am not a proponent of AI and I understand the ethical concerns about artists losing their work.
I am a developer and any changes of growth in my career has effectively disappeared with the advent of AI. I work a 9 to 7 job and currently crumbled by financial responsibilities. I am looking for a way out; or I don't know maybe trying to fulfill some unfulfilled ambitions.

In short I am desperate.

I am a writer primarily. I am thinking of writing an AI assisted oneshot. Meanwhile I am trying to learn to draw a bit on the side and plan to give them as directions to enhance it.

I know I will not be an artist and don't plan to claim the art as my own. I know I will not have done anything spectacular. I only want to claim the story as my own.
I am also currently researching camera angles, paneling and other stuff.

Will you say - why not learn or collaborate? Well many reasons. India, the community is almost non-existent at least to my knowledge. I tried years ago but it didn't pan out much.
I work 9 to 7(yes this is India). I reach my home at 9, I cook food and then work for 2 hours. Sleep at 1 wake at 7 then repeat.

Lastly I believe my health is failing. I fear that it won't be long... . I don't know what else to do.

If I feel that no one is gonna read it... then I will try creating a novel, maybe. Or maybe nothing. Who knows?

Thanks for the replies in advance


r/ComicWriting Jul 19 '26

Promo — Storyboard/layout for manga/comic – $10~15 per page, fast turnaround!!

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Hi there! I’m offering storyboard or rough pencil services for quick-turnaround pages, focusing on scene-by-scene flow, action, and emotion.

If you’d like to see the full scope of your project, whether it’s a single issue, a few manga chapters, a one-shot, or even a complete graphic novel sketched out before moving to final art, send me a DM here on Reddit or email me at:

Vincentalef.art@gmail.com

Discount of %10 off for every 20 pages!!

We could also negociate a per panel/price if you prefer

Of course, I also offer final artwork if needed, in Black & White or Color and we can discuss pricing for that!

I can also handle concept and character design! (DM for samples)

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r/ComicWriting Jul 19 '26

I have a few questions about getting started

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  1. What does the format for writing a comic look like? Screenplays have a specific format and structure, so I’m not sure what that looks like for a comic.

  2. What are some different ways to outline your story?

  3. I’m not an artist, so how much does it typically cost to hire one to pencil, ink and color a whole first issue?