Indie Comic Empire: Making & Marketing Comic Books Step By Step
This book takes you through the entire business process of creating and promoting your own comic series and/or graphic novel. Whether you're a writer, artist, or both, this book will equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to turn your creative vision into a successful and profitable venture.
CHAPTER 1 (Pre-Production)
Chapter 1.1 – Understanding Your Audience
Chapter 1.2 – Growing Your Audience
Chapter 1.3 – The Logistics of Business & Story
Chapter 1.4 – How to Write a Hit Comic
Chapter 1.5 – The Splash of the First Issue
Chapter 1.6 – Choosing Genre
Chapter 1.7 – Choosing an Artist
Chapter 1.8 – Money & Budgets 101
Chapter 1.9 – Budgeting Breakdown
Chapter 1.10 – Publishing Options
Chapter 1.11 – Planning Potential Revenue Streams
CHAPTER 2 (Production)
Chapter 2.1 – Title & SEO
Chapter 2.2 – Logline & Synopsis
Chapter 2.3 – Planning Your Covers
Chapter 2.4 – Planning Your Marketing Content
Chapter 2.5 – Character Design
CHAPTER 3 (Post-Production/Pre-Launch)
3.1 – Contacting Commentators
3.2 – Utilizing Social Media
CHAPTER 4 (Launch)
4.1 – Social Media Advertising
4.2 – Facebook Groups
4.3 – Throw a Launch Party
4.4 - Interviews & Signings
CHAPTER 5 (Post-Launch)
5.1 – Posting for Each Issue
5.2 – Cross Collaboration
5.3 – Video Trailer
5.4 – Automated Social Media & Emails
5.5 – Trade Launch Party
5.6 – Going on Tour (Conventions)
5.7 – Content Creation Tips