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A review by rach
Words for Pictures: The Art and Business of Writing Comics and Graphic Novels by Brian Michael Bendis
5.0
This book was really fascinating to read, even for someone like me who loves comics, but has no interest in becoming a writer or artist or breaking in to the business. Reading about the behind-the-scenes process of what goes in to making a comic, from pitch to script to art to editing, was really interesting. Even though I'm not interested in becoming a comics professional, Bendis' career advice can still be applicable to my life, and the lives of anyone out there. If you want to do something, don't wait to be scouted; go out and do what you want to do. Don't let anyone stop you.
I particularly liked the guest chapter written by Matt Fraction, as his comic Hawkeye is one of my favorites, and it was great to hear his thoughts behind it's creation. All of the other interviews were great, as well, and provided a wide scope of insight into varying aspects of the industry and the personalities you might find there.
If you want to get in to comics, this book is a MUST READ. All caps. It deserves it. If you simply love comics and want to learn more about them, then this book is also for you! Since this is a book about comics, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that the book is also beautifully designed, and full of amazing art from all styles of artists. It's truly gorgeous just to look at.
I particularly liked the guest chapter written by Matt Fraction, as his comic Hawkeye is one of my favorites, and it was great to hear his thoughts behind it's creation. All of the other interviews were great, as well, and provided a wide scope of insight into varying aspects of the industry and the personalities you might find there.
If you want to get in to comics, this book is a MUST READ. All caps. It deserves it. If you simply love comics and want to learn more about them, then this book is also for you! Since this is a book about comics, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that the book is also beautifully designed, and full of amazing art from all styles of artists. It's truly gorgeous just to look at.