It is Free Comic Book Day and I loaded the kids up to take advantage of a local shop which passed along four books to each person in line–from my 2-year old to my 40-something self. I admit that I am not a comic book person, but my kids are crazy for them.
As a youth, I was accustomed to walking into a drugstore and finding Archie comics. When I walked into this store, I was astounded and impressed by the depth and breadth of its selection. This was a quick visit (there was a line of impatient parents and kids waiting outside). I plan to return.
I saw a couple things I might pick up, such as those in the how-to section, which I suppose has books that can teach me how to draw and write comics or graphic novels. I’d love to give it a shot.
What about you? Have you ever tried writing or illustrating a comic book? If so, is it something you learned or were you such a big fan you inhaled the skills? Or are you a natural at the drawing and writing needed for creating comics? Please let me know.
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Hi Elizabeth. I’m part of the writer’s blogathon too, and just wanted to stop by and say hi.
I have not tried to illustrate a comic book (scary), but I have tried writing a comic book for kids. It’s a great way to tap into your creativity … because you get to think like a kid!