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The DC Comics Guide to Writing Comics
Book • 2001
In this valuable guide, Dennis O'Neil reveals his insider tricks and no-fail techniques for comic storytelling.
Readers will discover various methods of writing scripts (full script vs.
plot first), procedures for developing a story structure, building subplots, creating well-rounded characters, and much more.
O'Neil explains the many diverse formats for comic books, including graphic novels, maxi-series, mega-series, and adaptations.
The book also includes guidelines for writing proposals to editors and illustrates concepts with panels or pages from great moments in DC Comics lore.
O'Neil emphasizes the importance of understanding the unique blend of visual and textual elements in comic books and provides a framework for crafting new tales.
Readers will discover various methods of writing scripts (full script vs.
plot first), procedures for developing a story structure, building subplots, creating well-rounded characters, and much more.
O'Neil explains the many diverse formats for comic books, including graphic novels, maxi-series, mega-series, and adaptations.
The book also includes guidelines for writing proposals to editors and illustrates concepts with panels or pages from great moments in DC Comics lore.
O'Neil emphasizes the importance of understanding the unique blend of visual and textual elements in comic books and provides a framework for crafting new tales.
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