A must have for all comics, fantasy and sci-fi fans wanting to write their own comics or improve storytelling techniques, this revised edition focuses on comics, graphic novels and the updated market, particularly superhero and fantasy genres. Instruction is easy to follow, even for beginners.

Best-selling Marvel Comics writer Brian Michael Bendis reveals the comic book writing secrets behind his work on The Avengers, Ultimate Spider-Man, All-New X-Men, and more. Arguably the most popular writer in modern comics, Brian Michael Bendis shares the tools and techniques he uses to create some of the most popular comic book and graphic novel stories of all time. Words for Pictures provides a fantastic opportunity for readers to learn from a creator at the very top of his field. Bendis's 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.

From the creative minds behind your favorite modern-day comics ... In this unprecedented, behind-the-scenes guide, former Marvel editor and current IDW senior editor Andy Schmidt and his superstar industry friends give you the inside track on creating engaging, professional-looking comic books. Written for upcoming creative stars and comic book enthusiasts, The Insider's Guide to Comics and Graphic Novels covers the entire creative process from beginning to end, from fine-tuning a script to the nuances of camera angles, costume design and lettering. You'll learn not only how to emulate a camera pan, hit 'em with a splash page and shift into slow motion, but also WHEN and WHY to dip into that bag of graphic tricks for maximum impact. The real-world guide to creating great comics! Profiles and insights from John Romita, Jr., Neal Adams, Gene Ha, David Finch and John Byrne Professional advice from top talents in the business, including writers Brian Michael Bendis, Geoff Johns and Tom DeFalco; inkers Klaus Janson, Karl Kesel and Mike Perkins; colorist Chris Sotomayor; and letterer Chris Eliopoulos Expert instruction on every element of the creative process - writing, drawing, inking, coloring, page layout and scene design - and how they all work together

From writer Peter David (THE INCREDIBLE HULK, X-FACTOR) and artist Gary Frank (ACTION COMICS, JUSTICE LEAGUE) comes the start of the classic series that created a revolutionary new identity for the Maid of Might! WHO IS LINDA DANVERS? To her parents, Linda is a former good girl who now dabbles on the wrong side of the law. To her friends, she’s a struggling artist and the ultimate Supergirl fan. To her boyfriend, Buzz, she’s an eager accomplice as they try to harness dark forces more powerful than either of them can control. And after Buzz tries to use her to summon a demon, Linda Danvers is...dead? To save Linda’s life, Matrix, a protoplasmic version of Supergirl, uses her powers to fuse the two of them together. Now, sharing memories, sharing superpowers, the entity formerly known as Linda Danvers is something else entirely. Is Linda still a human with the same damaged soul? Or has Supergirl done the unthinkable and stolen a new life for herself? There are no easy answers, but Linda knows she must use her new powers to atone for her past sins. Because whatever else she may be, for now, she’s... SUPERGIRL! SUPERGIRL BOOK ONE collects SUPERGIRL #1-9, SUPERGIRL ANNUAL #1, SUPERGIRL PLUS #1 and a story from SHOWCASE ’96 #8.

For any writer who wants to become an expert comic-book storyteller, The DC Comics Guide to Writing Comics is the definitive, one-stop resource! In this valuable guide, Dennis O’Neil, a living legend in the comics industry, reveals his insider tricks and no-fail techniques for comic storytelling. Readers will discover the various methods of writing scripts (full script vs. plot first), as well as procedures for developing a story structure, building subplots, creating well-rounded characters, and much more. O’Neil also explains the many diverse formats for comic books, including graphic novels, maxi-series, mega-series, and adaptation. Of course, there are also dozens of guidelines for writing proposals to editors that command attention and get results.

Collects Secret Wars 2099 #1-5. Travel to the Battleworld domain of 2099 and see the future in a whole new light. Introducing the Avengers 2099! Can the ideal of Earth's Mightiest Heroes survive in a world where megacorporations rule with an iron fist? Find out as the 2099 Avengers come face-to-face with a tremendous beast who's no stranger to the team! (You won't like him when he's angry.) Then, the Defenders of 2099 square off against the Avengers! When corporations control super heroes, what differences could have driven the Defenders to stand against Earth's Mightiest Heroes? To find out, the Avengers take on Alchemax - and Miguel Stone bears his talons for the first time! And even as Captain America discovers the truth about her own dual identity, an ancient evil appears, intent on destroying the 2099 Avengers!

The final chapter of Peter David's epic prequel trilogy! A.I.M., the Pantheon and even Doctor Doom have all fallen before his might. Finally, the Maestro -- the gamma-spawned tyrant once known as the incredible Hulk -- can reign over his kingdom of Dystopia with a firm green fist. But there are greater threats still lurking in the arid landscape of this ruined Earth...and even the Maestro didn't count on the Abomination rising from the dead and forming an alliance with Doctor Doom and the Sub-Mariner! Now, this dangerous triumvirate is ready for all-out war. Prepare for World War M! COLLECTING: Maestro: World War M (2022) 1-5

Create your own comic book with this illustrated guide for kids 8-12! Swashbuckling adventure, spooky mystery, thrilling fantasy—any story you can dream up can be a dazzling comic book. Discover the power of storytelling when you write a graphic novel that puts your drawing, writing, and imagination skills into action! This guide to graphic novels for kids helps you: Make comics like a pro—Fun exercises will teach you the best techniques for writing an outline, planning the transitions between panels, and more. Create from beginning to end—Learn the steps for writing and illustrating your story from start to finish and find 50 pages of blank graphic novel panels to fill with anything you like! Add the details—Explore how to bring your comics to life with speech bubbles, sound effects, inking, and coloring. Whether you want to invent a new superhero, make a world of talking animals, or share stories from your real life, all you need is this blank comic book for kids—and your creativity!

Graphic memoir about the career of Stan Lee, the American comic book writer, editor, publisher, and former president and chairman of Marvel Comics.

Stabbed. Staggering off a bus. Setting up a detective agency in the heart of Mutant Town. A peaceful Shaolin priest. Which is the real Jamie Madrox? In this noir-esque thriller, it's possible that even Madrox doesn't know anymore.