Live Online Class
Comics Storytelling Mastery
Create more compelling comic scripts by overcoming these costly mistakes!
Instructor: James Powell
Date: March 27 at 8:30 p.m. EST (90 minutes)
Ideal for: Comic writers actively drafting or revising a script
Let's Make Comics Our readers Can't stop Talking about!
As a professional fiction editor, I've edited hundreds of novels and thousands of pages of comic book scripts. I work with first-time writers and those who've been publishing for years.
During that time, I've noticed that the same mistakes ruin even the strongest story ideas.
Let me ask a few questions...
Is your hook flawless, but publishers aren't interested?
Have you self-published your comics, but they aren't generating buzz with readers?
Do you receive positive responses about your story ideas but, after finishing a script, you hear feedback like, "it's not working" or "there's something missing"?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, I'm confident you're dealing with the same problems I encounter in the scripts I review. (I even see these mistakes in many of the self-published comics I read.)
I want to help you improve your storytelling skills, so I'm inviting you to a live event where we'll dive into the most common mistakes I see from comic writers.
The topics I cover aren't just the most common, they're also the most detrimental mistakes... errors that are sapping your comic's strength. These are the same hiccups publishers are looking to avoid, and although they might not know it, you’re readers are too.
I'll not only show you how these mistakes undermine your story, but I'll also provide practical strategies on how to overcome them.
Ready for a storytelling breakthrough? Sign up now and let's transform your writing into a masterpiece that your readers won't forget!
What you'll learn
In this 90-minute live webinar we’ll explore how to...
Start your comic at precisely the right moment.
Make relatable characters whose decisions and actions impact the story and resonate with readers.
Elevate the conflict and resolution for maximum impact.
Pace your story so it builds tension until the epic finale.
Who is this class for?
New and seasoned comic writers.
Creative teams who aren’t finding interest from publishers.
Creators who have self-published comics, but their stories are generating buzz.
Anyone who has received positive responses about their story ideas but, after finishing their script, heard feedback similar to "it's not working" or "there's something missing."
Who this might not be suitable for
The class focuses on genre fiction, and the examples will focus on fiction. Writers in other genres (memoir, narrative nonfiction) may not find all principles or examples applicable.
The class focuses on adult, YA, and MG fiction and might not apply to all-ages comics.
About the Instructor
Five years ago, James quit his high-paying corporate writing job to edit fiction full-time. Now, he runs a successful editing business in which he helps new and experienced novelists and comic writers make their stories more engaging.
James is the writer and creator of the Dark Horse comic series, House of Fear. He's successfully funded nine Kickstarter campaigns, including his recent novellas, The Wishing Stone and Santa's Dark Legacy.
James writes the weekly Substack, The Fiction Coach, in which he provides practical tips on how writers can improve their craft, routines, and mindsets.
As an editor, James has participated in several successful comic book projects, including series, one-shots, and original graphic novels.
Below are a few of the comic projects he's edited...
When is it? How much does it cost?
When: Thursday, March 27, 2025
Time: 8:00–9:30 p.m. Eastern / 7:00 p.m. Pacific
Fee: $35
How do I attend the live class?
When you register, you will receive an email with instructions on how to join the class.If you don’t receive the email within one hour of registering, please contact me. I will send reminder emails prior to the event.
This class uses Zoom, which will broadcast via the internet with live audio and video. The Q&A is managed through a chat-style submission system with questions read and answered by the presenter for the entire class to hear.
Will there be a replay?
You do not have to attend the live event to access the webinar.
A recording of the class—audio and video—will be available a few days after the live event. This might prove helpful if you have a conflict with the class time or cannot make the session.
Each registration comes with access to the archived version of the program and the materials for 30 days.
What you receive
All attendees will receive the following:
Access to the live class.
After 60-75 minutes, the instructor will take questions during class using in-class chat/text. The class will end after roughly 90 minutes.
A recording of the class—audio and video (available for 30 days).
Event Rules & Anti-Harassment Policy
To ensure a welcoming event, here is what I expect from everyone who attends:
Me and my work will be treated with respect.
All attendees will treat each other with respect.
All attendees will refrain from harassment of any sort including (but not limited to) comments or questions of a racist, homophobic, sexist/sexual, or threatening nature. This includes actions that disrupt or interfere with anyone’s ability to participate.
Offenders will be disconnected from the live event.
Comics Storytelling Mastery
This 70-minute pre-recorded session teaches you the most common and most costly comics storytelling mistakes writers are making...and how to overcome them! Sign up now for instant access to the class!
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