Category: Comix Counsel
We Are a Tribe
Some thoughts on Free Comic Book Day, one of the great annual celebrations of our tribe.
An Open Rejection Letter
Tyler James is talking rejection in today’s Comix Counsel. Get the tissues.
Talking Graphic.ly with Micah Baldwin
Tyler James reports on his call with Graphic.ly CEO Micah Baldwin about the changes at the digital comics distributor.
UPDATE: To Graphic.ly or Not to Graphic.ly, That is the Question…
UPDATE! Cool news on this post. Make with click! Tyler James posts a special Comix Counsel with thoughts on the Graphic.ly shake up, and a SPECIAL OFFER for folks on the fence about whether or not to use the new service.
Getting Your Tweet On
Tyler James talks about Tweeting. Tools and advice for making the Twitter work for you!
Tabling at Your First Comic Convention
Each year, thousands of hopeful young creators take the plunge and table for the first time at a comic convention. Tyler James shares some tips and insight for tackling your first con!
A Million Dollar Title
Your book NEEDS a great title. Tyler James discusses the elements that make up million dollar titles in today’s Comix Counsel.
What’s ComixTribe’s Submissions Policy
Thinking about submitting your book to ComixTribe? Tyler James shares some frank thoughts about where ComixTribe is, where it’s headed, and what it can and cannot do for you and your pitch.
Barcodes, ISBNs, UPCs, Oh My!
Settle in, kiddies, ’cause it’s about to get BOR-ING up in here! Today’s topic is barcodes, namely putting them on your comics. Not a sexy topic in the least, but one that you might find yourself stressing out over in the near future if you’re doing the DIY distribution thing. If that’s not you, come [...]
What is the Ceiling on DIY Distribution?
Last week was a good week for ComixTribe. SCAM #1 by writer/artist Joe Mulvey, our first release of 2012, generated an incredible amount of buzz with its debut on January 25. Despite a first printing of just 777 copies and being available in just a few dozen comic shops in North America, SCAM #1 was IGN.com’s [...]
Hodgepodge: SCAM Sells Out, Creative Differences, Procrastination, and More
Happy Monday everyone! Rather than one focused topic, I’m going to do a number of quick hits today of things that are on my mind. Give it a read, and weigh in on the comments below. 1) SCAM #1 Sells Out Related Posts:We Are a TribeAn Open Rejection LetterTalking Graphic.ly with Micah BaldwinUPDATE: To Graphic.ly [...]
Tackling The Short
“Focus on writing shorts.” This is the advice I’ve heard most often given to aspiring comic writers from working editors and pros. It’s advice I’ve echoed myself. Related Posts:We Are a TribeAn Open Rejection LetterTalking Graphic.ly with Micah BaldwinUPDATE: To Graphic.ly or Not to Graphic.ly, That is the Question…Tabling at Your First Comic Convention
Setting Your #MakeComics Goals for 2012
Tyler is ready to share his 2012 #makecomics goals with you, and reviews the tips for effective goal setting.
Coming Up Short on Your Goals…Now What?
The Holiday Season is over, and the reflecting on past goals and setting of future goals season is upon us. Tyler James looks back on his 2011 goals, and looks ahead to the future.
Digital Pricing Dilemmas
Tyler James digs deep into the hot topic of digital pricing strategies, and offers up some ideas about how ComixTribe might handle it’s digital release in 2012. Grab a chair and dig in!
Does the World REALLY Need New Characters?
In this week’s ComixCounsel, I explore whether the world really needs our wants our new ideas, creations, and characters. Let’s get a conversation started!
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