How to Write and Draw Comics

Have you ever wanted to draw and write your own comics? We all have an artist within us all. The only problem is knowing where and how to start. Luckily, the library is the best place to find and learn about any skill you want. With that being said, let's get some paper and pencils because here are some suggestions to get your comic book career started!

How to Draw Comics the Marvel Way by Stan Lee


From the creator of the iconic Marvel heroes (Spider-Man, Iron Man, Hulk, X-Men, Doctor Strange, and so many more). Stan Lee will show you how start your skills in the ways of Marvel. While Stan Lee may have been a writer, he was always a visionary and knew how a superhero should look. If anyone can show how to create an inspiring hero, Stan is your man.







Stan Lee's Master Class by Stan Lee

This offers a more in-depth look in the work of comics by Stan Lee himself. From drawing, world-building, storytelling, manga, and digital comics, he has answers to them all. If you're ready to become a legend like him, give it a try.








The Art of Comic Book Writing: The Definitive Guide to Outlining, Scripting, and Pitching your Sequential Art Stories by Mark Kneece

More of a writer than a drawer? That's okay! That's what this book is for. This will show you the process of comic book writing and what really goes into it. Writing dialogue, creating character, story arcs, it has it all. With this your words can come to life with illustrations.









Making Comics: Storytelling Secrets of Comics, Manga, and Graphic Novels by Scott McCloud

Scott McCloud is truly an expert when it comes to understanding comics...literally he's got a book titled Understanding Comics. He is a fan of comics and he has been studying them for years. He can easily guide you through the comic book world. Also, he explains it in comic book form. You will never lose sight of what he's talking about because it is all one big comic book that explains everything about comics. You can't go wrong with a comic book that teaches you on making comics.






Comics and Sequential Art by Will Eisner

Will Eisner is a true legend. He is considered the Father of the Graphic Novel because he was the first to turn comics into an actual book. Back in his day, it was just strips on newspapers. He has made a big name for himself since then. As a result, he gives his own thought about comics and the ideas of what makes good storytelling in comics. If anyone can lead you onto the right path, it's him.






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