How to Hire an Editor
One of the most frequent topics I’m emailed about, is Editing and Story Consulting. What they consist of, how it works, what does someone look for when hiring an editor, […]
Author: nickmac
The Privilege of Writing – TIP
As a comic writer you have to earn the reader’s attention. You don’t get it just because you took the time to put words to paper. ▪ About the Author […]
Works in Star Wars But NOT for You – TIP
I once proposed something in a story and the client said, “no, we don’t need to do that here…” When I was adamant that the story-needed it-he said, “We don’t […]
Not Getting Screwed By Publishers
At least a hundred times a year, I see a variation of this post on social media. It starts with a “company” logo and link to a Facebook page or […]
Kickstarter for Comics
Ok, so you want to Kickstart your comic and heard I do crowdfund consulting specifically in comics and games… People often approach me under the mindset that hiring me for […]
Camera Direction a Dangerous Weapon – TIP
Camera direction should only be used when it actively and directly drives the story, if it doesn’t leave it out. Give the artist the freedom to express himself and tell […]
The Super Trifecta
These days, amateur writers are under the impression that they can write about nothing as long as it’s “written well”. That the story engine is less important than trendy subjects […]
When in Doubt Add Conflict – TIP
The perfect day is not the perfect story. No conflict = No story. Also; Helping someone with a buddy cop comic: Remember you ALWAYS NEED CONFLICT. Amp it up. 2 […]
Story Checklist
You’ll often hear me equate writing to cooking: the right ingredients, in the right amounts, in the right order. The only true failure? A story that doesn’t engage and entertain. […]
Highlighting Minor Characters – TIP
Less developed character, less page time = less narrative significance. Don’t make the character you see twice, for 2 pages, offer the key to the climax. Your story will reek […]