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Words for pictures, the art and business of writing comics and graphic novels, Brian Michael Bendis

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Words for pictures

Brian Michael Bendis

the art and business of writing comics and graphic novels

This book reveals the tools and techniques top graphic novel creators use to create some of the most popular comic book and graphic novel stories of all time. This book shows readers the creative methods of a writer at the very top of his field. Bendis guides aspiring creators through each step of the comics-making process, from idea to script to finished sequential art, for fan favorite comics like The Avengers, Ultimate Spider-Man, Uncanny X-Men, and more. Along the way, tips and insights from other working writers, artists, and editors provide a rare, extensive look behind the creative curtain of the comics industry. With script samples, a glossary of must-know business terms for writers, and interactive comics-writing exercises, this book provides the complete toolbox needed to jump start the next comics-writing success story

Why? -- The modern comic book script -- Writing for the artists -- The editors' roundtable -- The writer's FAQ -- The business of comics writing -- Writing exercises

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Art and business of writing comics and graphic novels