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Readers’ and publishers’ interest in graphic novels and comics is on the rise, and the category’s unique format offers authors and illustrators exciting new ways to engage with their audience. But this format demands a complex and lengthy development and editorial process which can be opaque to creators who are new to the format or just getting started in the book industry. So, how does a graphic novel manuscript differ from that of a non-illustrated work? And what do the different stages of its production and publication entail?
Join comics maker, teacher, editor, and bookseller Bernard Caleo to learn what exactly goes into the creation of a graphic novel or comic manuscript, and how you as an author, author-illustrator, illustrator, or editor can successfully approach this popular format.
Bernard will explore:
If you’ve ever wondered what goes into the publication of a graphic novel, or what you could expect from this process as a creator, don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of Australia’s leading comic artists and educators.
There will be time for questions from the audience.
No problem! Everyone booked in to this event will be emailed a link and passcode to access the recording afterwards. This recording will be available to view for 10 days after the live session. This also means that if you wish to revisit the session after attending it live to take further notes, you can do so!
After 10 days, the link will expire and the recording will no longer be available to view.
