McCloud, Scott, 1960-

Making comics : storytelling secrets of comics, manga and graphic novels / Storytelling secrets of comics, manga and graphic novels [written and drawn by] Scott McCloud. - 1st ed. - New York : Harper, c2006. - 264 p. : chiefly ill ; 26 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 256-257) and index.

Library Journal. Pub Weekly. School Library Journal.

Examines the concepts of comic writing, discussing clarity, persuasion, intensity, character design, facial expressions, body language, word choice, sense of place, tools, techniques, technology, style, and the professional comic writer. Presented in graphic novel format.

Adult Follett Library Resources.

0060780940 (pbk.) 1428708677 (Follett bdg.) 9780060780944 (pbk.) 9781428708679 (Follett bdg.)


Cartooning--Technique--Comic books, strips, etc.
Comic books, strips, etc.--Authorship--Comic books, strips, etc.
Comic books, strips, etc.--History and criticism--Comic books, strips, etc.
Cartooning--Technique--Comic books, strips, etc.
Comic books, strips, etc.--History and criticism--Comic books, strips, etc.
Comic books, strips, etc.--Technique--Comic books, strips, etc.

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