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The Muse and the Marketplace begins this Friday, May 10! Attendee schedules are now frozen for printing; if you did not sign up for sessions in advance or wish to make a change, never fear: you’ll be able to join sessions on the fly as well by checking in with the Session Manager at the door. For completely full sessions, the Session Manager will use their discretion on whether additional seating and/or standing room will be available per fire code. We cannot wait to host you at the Boston Park Plaza for an incredible weekend ahead!
Saturday, May 11 • 10:30am - 11:30am
A Writer’s Guide to Creating Comics and Graphic Novels
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Comic books have taken over Hollywood, and Manga is booming in popularity. If you’re a writer who’s ever wanted to create a comic or graphic novel, now is the time! During this session and Q&A, we will explore how Western 3 Act structure compares with the Eastern kishotenketsu structure. We’ll delve into understanding and combining different genres, and how to transcend target demographics to find your passionate readership. Finally, we’ll explore making a creator-owned comic that stands out from the pack, writing to your Artist's strengths, and pitching your work to publishers such as Marvel, DC, Image, and Dark Horse. By the end of the session, you will have a better grasp of what the comics industry looks like in 2024 and your place in comics.
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Tito W. James

Tito W. James is a cosmopolitan comic creator who incorporates aesthetic traditions from across the globe. His work draws inspiration from Manga artists like Osamu Tesuka, Rumiko Takahashi, Go Nagai, and Shotaro Ishinomori and Auteur filmmakers like Genndy Tartakovsky, Jodorowsky... Read More →

Saturday May 11, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Tremont
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