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Discover ways of brainstorming ideas for a comic book story, how to outline a plot using a three-act organizational structure, how to incorporate dialogue and descriptions, and how to write clear and detailed instructions for an artist to draw the accompanying illustrations.
2) How to draw
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Filled with professional tips and interviews with leading graphic novelists, this series of short art courses combines technical advice with creative inspiration for writing a graphic novel, from constructing a narrative and developing characters to learning the basics of printing.
3) Just pretend
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"Tori makes up stories all of the time, so she has never lived in just one world. Those stories might just save her when her world seems to crumble"--
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Step-by-step lessons teach comics writing hopefuls everything they'll need to take their ideas from script to dynamic sequential art. The book's complete coverage exposes the most effective methods for crafting comic scripts, showcases insights from Bendis's fellow creators, reveals business secrets all would-be comics writers must know, and challenges readers with exercises to jumpstart their own graphic novel writing success.
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"Learn about makerspaces with Make It Yourself! Comics & Graphic Novels! Young makers will discover what makerspaces are and how to hold maker events. Kids will develop characters, write stories, create graphic novels, and more. Each project has color photos and easy-to-follow instructions. Special techniques and tips help kids make the most of their makerspace experiences. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."--Publisher's...
10) Graphic novel
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Readers become writers with tips from expert authors, writing activities, excerpts from well-known works, and a writer's timeline to help translate imagination into real stories.
13) You can do
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Guides aspiring artists and writers through the process of creating their own graphic novels, including how to create memorable characters and compelling plots, and includes insider informatation.
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Written by award-winning author and screenwriter John Hamilton, You Write It! lays out for kids the format, organization, and development of a variety of fiction genres: mystery, fantasy, science fiction, horror, graphic novels, and screenplays. Novice writers of all ages will find detailed yet easy-to-follow guide for turning thoughts and ideas into real, readable written works.
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"Have you ever thought about telling your own story, whether it be true or imagined? Are you interested in writing, drawing, or both? If the answers are yes, this . . . interactive journal is for you! With guidance from Raina [Telgememeier] herself, brainstorm ideas, make lists, paste in personal photos, and use your imagination . . . to create your own stories. For additional inspiration, behind-the-scenes info from Raina's own comics-making adventures...
18) Graphic novels
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Presents a guide to creating one's own graphic novel, offering tips and advice on developing a plot, creating characters, drawing scenes, and getting published. Includes full-color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.