For any writer who wants to become an expert comic-book storyteller, The DC Comics Guide to Writing Comics is the definitive, one-stop resou...
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Oct 05, 2010
Weston
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The DC Guide to Writing Comics by Dennis O'Neil is a quick little romp through the utter basics of story structure, scripting, and dialoging.
Having been a huge fan of comic books for as long as I can remember, I've always had the desire to write and publish my own mainly just because I think it would be fun. For me, sequential art has always been a medium that ties together well-written prose with artwork that's exciting and and full of detail.
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Having been a huge fan of comic books for as long as I can remember, I've always had the desire to write and publish my own mainly just because I think it would be fun. For me, sequential art has always been a medium that ties together well-written prose with artwork that's exciting and and full of detail.
If you don't know the first th More...
Oct 17, 2008
Zane
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There is a common idea that you have to know the formula to break it. This book gives the formula to DC comics. It is sort of sad and demystifying, but for the most part maybe we could already see through it. I am glad DC is not overrun by this formula, but I can definitely see its presence. The author says every super hero story should start with action, so someone picking up your book will buy it. Now I want to go to a comic store and look to see if that is the general rule. What if it is, and
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Jun 01, 2009
Jesse
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If you know what a 3 act structure is and other basic writing rules there is no need to buy this book. If you would like to learn about comic writing and already have an idea about writing structure I would recommend on of the Panel One series.
Oct 02, 2010
Eugene
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Books great for any begging writer, get all the trade from Denny Oneil.
It goes into things like story structre and writing graphic novels, short stories and the like. Reccomended for anyone who wants to know ho to write comics!
It goes into things like story structre and writing graphic novels, short stories and the like. Reccomended for anyone who wants to know ho to write comics!
Jun 17, 2009
Josh
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Really awesome book. Breaks down the basics of writing a comic book script. Lots of good information about how to tell a story with images and words. Good for anyone interested in story telling.
Apr 12, 2010
Michael
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This was a very good introduction to the process of writing comics. Not comprehensive by any means, but it is written by a pro in the biz, and has a lot of good info.
Apr 18, 2011
Lloyd
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An oft recommended guide for those interested in the art of writing comics. There's a wealth of knowledge in this one and I, too, would recommend it to any starting on the path of writing comics.
Feb 03, 2012
Mora Lee
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Amazingly relevant to all types of storytelling. Yes, yes, yes! A fun read.
Oct 01, 2011
Maria
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I don't plan to write one, but these insights will help as I teach my unit and as I enjoy the work of others.
Apr 14, 2009
Ginger
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Good straightforward book on comics writing. I like it for the simple advice and examples.
Feb 10, 2012
Galo
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Overall it makes for a good reference book for those interested in writing comics, but it has its limitations since it mostly covers writers who have worked for DC (although not exclusively); hence the title. A more complete picture would have included writers representing both DC and Marvel, as well as the independents, underground and foreign publishers.
Jul 10, 2009
Mira
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Definitely a useful handbook for amateurs, however, many of the examples of what a comic should look like or do are so old that they don't apply to modern comic writing. But what do I know? I'm an amateur, and O'Neil is a veteran.
Oct 19, 2008
Dave
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Excellent guide to writing comics (and other stories, for that matter). O'Neil includes some great tips for laying out your story and working through the writing process.
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