the Working Writer's Guide to Comics and Graphic Novels

"Clear.Concise.Essential. A much-needed, must-have compendium for aspiring comic book writers." -- Dan Berger, Former Managing Editor, Heavy Metal

"A must read. For anyone looking to refine their skills as a comic writer." -- Martin Chuzz, Owner Convict Comics

"Nick Macari's Guide to Comics and Graphic Novels is a pragmatic and thorough overview of everything an aspiring comic creator should know before getting started in the industry." -- Jeff Lydell, Blackbird Interactive

A writing guide FOR the comic writer. This is the book I wanted--no the book I needed--when I first started writing comics twenty years ago. Everything you need to know to take your existing story and outline, to completed professional level comic script.

Thoroughly covers the ten major rules to comic script writing and the four core considerations of every comic panel. Provides an easy to read (and absorb), in-depth look at script format, process and story mechanics.

Whether you're an aspiring comic writer or a seasoned professional, the tips and techniques revealed in this book will hone your storytelling to a vorpal edge.

Note: While this book contains a lot of information and will tell you how to write comics, the focus is not on story conception and outline creation. from page 12, "Premise, Plot and Story Structure". This guide is aimed at the working writer with a solid grasp of story structure, basic writing comprehension and a comprehensive outline in hand.

While I may speak generally of premise, plot and structure throughout this guide, the intention isn't to walk you through the process of discovering or creating your story, but rather to help you apply your existing story to the comic medium.

If you don't have an outline (or a story for that matter) the techniques and information discussed in this guide will provide valuable insight and prime you for the moment you do.