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I'm Lord Max Hoven - a comic creator, film producer, screenwriter, marketing consultant, and owner of Hoven Crow Entertainment. I co-wrote the best-selling and critically acclaimed comic series' IT EATS WHAT FEEDS IT (Scout Comics) and LIQUID KILL (Whatnot/Massive Publishing). I also produce independent films (primarily foreign and low budget horror/thriller/sci-fi) such as HALFPACE, PLUS MINUS, and (upcoming) TAPAK. I make CZcams videos focused on the "business side" of independent comics and feature films.
I teach traditionally published and self-published comic creators how to become bestsellers. Hit me up.
www.hovencrow.com
I teach traditionally published and self-published comic creators how to become bestsellers. Hit me up.
www.hovencrow.com
Manga vs. American Comics From Japanese Perspective | Interview w/ Creators of KIVA (Scout Comics)
Lord Max Hoven talks with the creators of KIVA, screenwriter and photographer Yumiko Fujiwara, and writer/producer (founder of Mt.MELVIL) Motoki Tomatsu. Kiva is set to releasing later this year with Scout Comics.
Get a FREE digital download of my mega list of comic and manga publishers by subscribing to my email newsletter at www.hovencrow.com
Order Liquid Kill Vol. 1 graphic novel:
www.amazon.com/dp/B0D22XTS48
Order It Eats What Feeds It graphic novel:
Amazon:
www.amazon.com/EATS-WHAT-FEEDS-TP/dp/1949514463
Indie Comic Empire - Making & Marketing Comic Books Step By Step: www.amazon.com/dp/B0D22XTS48
LIQUID KILL sci-fi horror comic series: massivepublishing.com/
✅ Let's connect:
Twitter - @lordmaxhoven
Instagram - @lordmaxhoven
For more info on my books and films, or to contact me go to www.hovencrow.com
Get a FREE digital download of my mega list of comic and manga publishers by subscribing to my email newsletter at www.hovencrow.com
Order Liquid Kill Vol. 1 graphic novel:
www.amazon.com/dp/B0D22XTS48
Order It Eats What Feeds It graphic novel:
Amazon:
www.amazon.com/EATS-WHAT-FEEDS-TP/dp/1949514463
Indie Comic Empire - Making & Marketing Comic Books Step By Step: www.amazon.com/dp/B0D22XTS48
LIQUID KILL sci-fi horror comic series: massivepublishing.com/
✅ Let's connect:
Twitter - @lordmaxhoven
Instagram - @lordmaxhoven
For more info on my books and films, or to contact me go to www.hovencrow.com
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How to Self-Publish Your Manga w/ Cory Byrd
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I discuss #chicago native Cory Byrd's @byrdseyeviewcomicsart5698 story in starting his own comic book company, Byrd's Eye View Comics, and self-publishing his manga "Tooth & Nail" via @amazon and on his own website www.byrdseyeviewcomics.com Check out the various comics & manga from Cory Byrd at www.byrdseyeviewcomics.com Order Liquid Kill Vol. 1 graphic novel: www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1...
How Bob Sold His Screenplay to a Major Film Studio | The Future for Screenwriters w/ Bob DeRosa
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Lord Max Hoven talks with Bob DeRosa, a screenwriter know for Killers (starring Ashton Kutcher & Katherine Heigl), The Air I Breathe (starring Brendan Fraser & Sarah Michelle Gellar), hit TV series White Collar, and more. Order Liquid Kill Vol. 1 graphic novel: www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1961012138 Order It Eats What Feeds It graphic novel: Amazon: www.amazon.com/EATS-WHAT-FEEDS-TP/dp/1949...
Making Indie Comics & YouTube Films as a Career Path w/ Paul Catalanotto of@vintageeight
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Lord Max Hoven and Paul Catalanotto discuss their path in the comic and film industries including the benefits of Kickstarter, self-publishing, traditional publishing, and using CZcams as both a film distribution channel and a way to grow your comic audience. Order Max's LIQUID KILL comic series trade paperback now... Preorder on AMAZON: www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1961012138 Toni Infante C...
Want a Career in Comics? Follow the Path of Polymath Christina "Steenz" Stewart
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"Lord" Max Hoven talks with Christina "Steenz" Stewart, a St. Louis based cartoonist, editor, and professor known for illustrating Archival Quality (Oni/Lion Forge) and currently authoring and illustrating the daily comic strip Heart of the City. STEENZ links: Instagram: oheysteenz Preorder Side Quest: www.amazon.com/Side-Quest-Visual-History-Roleplaying/dp/0358616360 bookshop.or...
Pitching Studios & Publishers Your Comic Book IP ft. Cecil Lammey
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Lord Max talks to Cecil Lammey about breaking into the comic industry. Cecil is an NFL Insider and Senior Writer at Footballguys.com, Digital Talent for DenverSports.com, and the CEO & Co-Founder of Smokin' Gun Comics (www.smokinguncomics.com) LIQUID KILL on AMAZON order link: www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1961012138 Physical Indie Comic Empire book on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B0D22XTS48 Dig...
How to Start a Comic & Animation Studio w/ Scribble Media
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Lord Max talks to JP de la Rama from the Scribble Media to talk about how he got started in comics, built his comic and animation studio, and the comic industry in the Philippines. Service provider website for comic illustration and animations: www.scribblemedia.ph Comic platform for publication: www.scribbtoons.com Zamora On Webtoons: www.webtoons.com/en/canvas/zamora/list?title_no=718889 On S...
How to Partner with Comic Book Artists & Writers | The Arm's Length Rule of Networking
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This video takes you through my two keys to networking with comic book writers and artists. DOWNLOAD LIQUID KILL VOLUME 1 with ONE CLICK on Amazon: www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1961012138 Comic City Online comiccity.com/products/jun241036-liquid-kill-tp-vol-01-1st-print-ed-mr-c-0-1-2 State of Comics Online (10% discount by joining email list) stateofcomics.com/products/jun241036-liquid-kill-...
How to Make a Comic Book w/ Mainstream Appeal | Marketing Comics Step by Step
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This video takes you through the entire business process of creating and promoting your own comic series and/or graphic novel. Whether you're a writer, artist, or both, this video take you through the book Indie Comic Empire: Making & Marketing Comic Books by Max Hoven, and it will equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to turn your creative vision into a successful and profitable ven...
Comic Book Publishers Mega List Accepting Submissions & Work For Hire + Zines, Manga, Webtoons, etc.
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Ultimate list of comic book publishers for independent comic creators, including publishers of zines, manga, web comics, and graphic novels. Includes publishers accepting submissions and portfolios from writers, artists, and creative teams. DOWNLOAD the document from the video by joining my newsletter here: www.hovencrow.com/indiecomicempire Or download the document (and more) directly here: ww...
Kickstarter Funding Tutorial for Comic Books, Manga & Graphic Novels
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I give everybody my step-by-step plan for reaching a large audience throughout pre-launch and a 3-week campaign; and the basic math I used to determine how many backers are possible to obtain within your network. My goal with this video and channel is to help independent comic creators and filmmakers learn the business basics behind the world of indie entertainment. I want to help you earn more...
Breaking into the Comic Industry w/ Editor-in-Chief of ASAP Imagination & NE1 World
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Lord Max interviews LA Cunningham (Editor in Chief of ASAP IMAGINAITON). ASAP IMAGINATION was founded in 2020 during the pandemic by Haydes. It started as one geek wanting to make comics and books in a world he had created, now known as ASAP Our World. Due to the support and hard work of great people from all over the world, it has become so much more than that geek ever imagined. Six comic tit...
What's a Good App Connecting Artists with Writers? w/ Enrico Bryan of CollabrHub
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What's a Good App Connecting Artists with Writers? w/ Enrico Bryan of CollabrHub
How to Find an Editor for Your Comic Book or Graphic Novel
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How to Find an Editor for Your Comic Book or Graphic Novel
How to Self-Publish Hardcore Comics All Over the World w/ Creator Brao (Vermillion, Megalomaniac)
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How to Self-Publish Hardcore Comics All Over the World w/ Creator Brao (Vermillion, Megalomaniac)
20 Indie Manga & Alt. Comic Publishers Accepting Submissions 2024
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20 Indie Manga & Alt. Comic Publishers Accepting Submissions 2024
How Much Do Comic Book Artists Charge/Cost? Professional Page Rates 2024
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How Much Do Comic Book Artists Charge/Cost? Professional Page Rates 2024
Get Your Low Budget Movie on Netflix (and make the Top 10) w/ Dan Brown | Lord Max Podcast
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Get Your Low Budget Movie on Netflix (and make the Top 10) w/ Dan Brown | Lord Max Podcast
Inside the Obscene Horror Comedy Comic & Movie Market w/ KEVIN STRANGE | TROMA meets JOHN WATERS
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Inside the Obscene Horror Comedy Comic & Movie Market w/ KEVIN STRANGE | TROMA meets JOHN WATERS
How to Become a Writer for Comics & Video Games w/ Antony Johnston (DEAD SPACE, RESIDENT EVIL)
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How to Become a Writer for Comics & Video Games w/ Antony Johnston (DEAD SPACE, RESIDENT EVIL)
How to Sell Your Art & Comics Online and at Conventions w/ Goblin Grimm | Lord Max Podcast
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How to Sell Your Art & Comics Online and at Conventions w/ Goblin Grimm | Lord Max Podcast
Scout Comics Cancelled! Are They Predators in the Industry? EMERGENCY BROADCAST w/Lord Max
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Scout Comics Cancelled! Are They Predators in the Industry? EMERGENCY BROADCAST w/Lord Max
Why is the Indie Comic Community Growing (especially on Kickstarter)? | Lord Max Podcast Clip
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Why is the Indie Comic Community Growing (especially on Kickstarter)? | Lord Max Podcast Clip
From Fortnite & Hollywood to Indie Manga/Comics | Lord Max w/ Dan Brown & NIW (+ Seoul vs Tokyo)
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From Fortnite & Hollywood to Indie Manga/Comics | Lord Max w/ Dan Brown & NIW ( Seoul vs Tokyo)
Getting Reviews & Awards for Comics & Graphic Novels w/ Hannah @ Book Award Pro | Lord Max Podcast
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Getting Reviews & Awards for Comics & Graphic Novels w/ Hannah @ Book Award Pro | Lord Max Podcast
Are You a Comic Creator or a Graphic Novelist?
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Are You a Comic Creator or a Graphic Novelist?
How to Have a Strong Launch on WEBTOON & Grow Your Audience w/ Writer & Digital Marketer MJ King
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How to Have a Strong Launch on WEBTOON & Grow Your Audience w/ Writer & Digital Marketer MJ King
Making $300k+ w/ Indie Comics on Kickstarter While Dodging Drama & Haters w/ Writer Travis Gibb
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Making $300k w/ Indie Comics on Kickstarter While Dodging Drama & Haters w/ Writer Travis Gibb
How to Launch Your Comic Career in 2024 (building your fanbase)
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How to Launch Your Comic Career in 2024 (building your fanbase)
3 Paths to the Top as a Graphic Novelist/Comic Writer
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3 Paths to the Top as a Graphic Novelist/Comic Writer
Another banger Max, Keep up the good work!
Heck yeah, thank you!
How is this tailor to someone say who isn’t known in the comicbook industry? How does an average Joe begin to market themselves, and also what is my set goal on kickstarter for new beginners?
In a general sense, your goal is not based on what you want to achieve to cover costs, but rather what you realistically think you can achieve based upon your fanbase size. Add up an average of your collective friends, family, email contacts (personal and if you have an email list) and social media followers. Set your private funding goal at about 15% of your fanbase. If that fanbase number is 1000, and you expect to sell your book for $20 as your base/primary product -- then your true goal should be 20x150 = $3k. But you'll set your public funding goal at about 30% of that. So your public goal will be $900-1k. If you're an absolute beginner, with no credibility or public porfolio, then your best marketing technique is to partner with somebody who has credibility. This can be done through "cross promotion" in which you promote a popular creator's project in conjunction with your own (if you both have books of a similar genre), in exchange that they'll do the same for their fanbase, or by hiring popular artist to do a cover for you, or with more nuance techniques -- like adding unusual products to your campaign that stand out from comics and target a more niche audience (such as plushies for kids).
@@indiecomicempire I really appriciate that information, thank you for your comment!
Thats my boy right there!
Nice!
Big salute to Filipino creatives! Keep getting organized!
Heck yeah!
Is it okay if i could ask a few questions? One: Is being a comic creator a stable career? Two: How much does your average comic creator make or how much does a newcomer make? Three: Great Interview (not a question lol) Four: Do you think Image comics will accepted fully new authors?
Here’s the hard truth…no, being a comic creator is a tough career on its own. Most creators have day jobs in the field that are more consistent, such as an art teacher, college lecturer, storyboard artist, social media manager, tv writer etc. comics themselves, even with consistent jobs from mainstream publishers, is a tough career. Only the celebrities in the space make a comfortable salary. The average newcomer makes little to no income from comics. As an artists, you can probably find a handful of jobs that pay a low page rate. As a writer, you have to invest in an artist, and it’ll be hard to sell enough comics to earn more than you paid the artist. If you’re a writer and an artist, you have to find a publisher which is tough as a newcomer, or you have to invest in a printer and marketing to self publish. All of these option leads to a tough sell, hard to make much money from. And finally, no, Image rarely takes on projects from new creators, and when they do, it’s usually from someone who’s not actually new, and has an audience from another medium like a novelist, actor, screenwriter, or Instagram famous artists,etc.
@@indiecomicempire if the comic industry is that harsh, what company should I apply for to publish my work? Because it sounds like the comic industry doesn’t indulge in the idea of newcomers or different norms.
@@legoninlaz_3116 there are plenty of publishers looking for newcomers. I made a whole video about it here: czcams.com/video/jeLUav8szxM/video.html and you if you join my email list you can download my master list of publishers, or just order it here: www.hovencrow.com/product-page/ultimate-guide-to-comic-publishers
@@indiecomicempire thanks a lot! I know what I’m going to do now (before I was going to go for image comics since they’re brand revolved about creator publishing) but now I want to go for IDW Publishing; thanks a lot! (I did watch the video) Edit: Turns out IDW Publishing doesn’t accept submissions, I really don’t get this industry, they say they are willing to invest in any genre and are creator owned but they are only interested ‘experienced’ and non creative IPs. I’ll look through the video again to see what other Publishing company is the best
@@indiecomicempire (I’m only 14 btw lol) but this whole thing is quite irritating. It says IDW Publishing does not take submissions unless they ask for it on their page. I also asked two AIs to see if they do accept submissions and they said yes. So please, does IDW Publishing actually take submissions?
That was a great interview. You guys discussed a lot of good topics.
Thank you!
Great interview! :)
Thank you!
Cory is a rockstar!
You too bro!
For sure!
Thanks Max for the interview!
Of course, thanks for coming on!
Thanks for the share.
You’re welcome!
I’m currently working with filmhub. Can you please provide your sales agent for Netflix, Hulu and peacock please those are the only platforms I’d want my films on
I’ve chosen to release my film on CZcams. Not do I have full control of release but people don’t realize CZcams has the biggest market share right now. Just my opinion
I released one of my feature films on CZcams via my own channel. Didn’t result in much, although it’s also a strange film. Are you releasing yours via your own channel or on a channel dedicated to feature films? What methods do you use to promote it?
@@indiecomicempire my own channel since it’s already monetized and dedicated to filmmaking .
What is your movie?
Paul directed a film called Sacrilege in 2017 and I produced a film called Halfpace in 2021. He also has a few popular horror short films and series’ on the CZcams channel Vintage Eight and I have a film in post production called Tapak.
I'll check them out
Moved to LA and if you dont join the club and play by their rules its over. Im a top 10 screenwriter. Every script. I spent 20 years building my career. Industry is ugly. Write a novel.
Or a comic book, manga, or graphic novel!
I’m ordering it right now lol
Thank you my friend!
Not free anymore.
What’s not free anymore?
How many do you usually print for the first printing?
If it’s through a publisher - about 2-3x demand. And demand is based on preorders. If you’re self publishing, usually do 50-100 on top of whatever your demand is…which is 1% of your audience (social media followers, email list, etc), or however many backers you get from a crowdfunding campaign. You want to print enough extras to cover damaged copies and have some to sell at conventions and/or on your own website/shop.
@@indiecomicempire cool, thanks for the response!
I wish someone would tell movie producers or whoever is in charge of music to stop playing it, makes it very difficult to understand what people are saying when music is blaring while they’re talking.
That’s usually the director’s decision. The producer may have an influence over the songs, and can say no to specific songs, but they only really oversee the budget. The director in theory would have creative control over the soundtrack.
This was an insightful podcast thank you. My book is done, My trailer is also done, but Im a little worried transitioning to start crowdfunding or even showing it off. I do have a question, if Im starting a Kickstarter for the first time do you think I should have additional items with my comic like stickers and t-shirts?
I would definitely encourage some form of merchandise with the book, since this is the personal connection that readers value with a kickstarter. It’s like getting exclusive freebie merchandise when you go to a movie premiere or big comic con. So I’d add something cheap like stickers that you can add for free to backers, but also add something big like a t-shirt and a poster for those willing to spend an extra $30-50 on top of the book costs to make it special. Depending on the genre of the book, free digital items related to the story are good too, like a map, or a family tree etc
Ill definitely use your advice! Thank you 🙏
Right on! Thank you
I subscribed to the newsletter but the file for the pitch isn’t available
Email me max@hovencrow.com and I’ll send it to you.
Vuular is out of business!
So I’ve heard! Shoulda known. Everybody just connected there and then made their own private deals without vuulr to avoid commissions. The same way people bypass paying FIverr and other sites. And a subscription model probably wouldn’t have made them enough to profit.
@@indiecomicempire Yep! Filmhub is all us independent filmmakers have! I just hope they don't screw up!
Loved it!
I always learn something new when watching these podcast thanks Max
Awesome. You’re welcome and thank you for commenting!
👍 👍
:)
is that a phil flag jacket lol
Hell yeah it is lol
Hi I commented on a different video and it was extremely helpful, I am wondering if there is a specific way I should go about shipping my comic book to people who contributed during the crowdfunding period? Is there like a service, method, or would I have to ship them out myself? And if I have to ship it out my self should I put those costs in the campaign for the book as well?
I'm pretty sure that no matter what you'll have to package and ship the items yourself. However, there are a few primary software tools people use to make this process easier, so you're not going to the post office and trying to buy and hand them 100+ packages with separate mailing addresses. The big and most trusted and used software is called BackerKit (backerkit.com). For packaging and labeling, you can use Stamps (Stamps.com) or similar websites to buy the materials and software in bulk. Then for actual shipping, just look up 3PL (meaning 3rd Party Logistics) on Google or where ever and you should find local shipping companies that specifically help with crowdfunding campaign fulfillment.
Hello there, I have written a screenplay for a series following the Halloween franchise, but I just heard that they are working internally and aren’t accepting unsolicited ideas at this time. This was heartbreaking and crushing to me, as I’ve poured my soul into perfecting this project over the past 22 months. However, I do have some other original and quite interesting concepts of my own. But the problem is that I don’t want to give up on what I wrote for “Halloween,” which is my heart. Would you suggest that I work on the other project first and try to see if I can get it produced to give me legitimacy and revisit “Halloween” down the line? I’m also kicking around the idea of using an agent to go to Malek Akkad directly as the owner of the rights to “Halloween.” I’m just sort of lost. Thoughts? Thanks so much in advance! 🙏🏾💜
I would do two things...A) reach out to the agent of Akkad and request information on the obtaining the comic or novel publishing rights for the IP. Don't tell them you're a screenwriter, tell them you're a producer or comic writer. They're more likely going to give you a lead that way. Even though you may not get any response, they may give you some kind of information or gateway to pitching your ideas to the person who owns the publishing rights, and from their you can eighter try to buy the rights yourself, or pitch the person who owns those rights. Point being, try to crawl your way in with a business deal instead of a story pitch. B) Rewrite the script with your own characters. Just literally rename the characters and see what path it leads you down. I wrote a spec script that was an origin story for Mortal Kombat's Sub Zero, and eventually that script was re-written and became the basis for my ongoing comic series Liquid Kill, which at the moment is set to sell more that 100,000 units worldwide.
@@indiecomicempire Wow! Thanks so much for that great advice! Do you have any clue how I’d find who’s representing Akkad? Are these things normally listed somewhere?
@@PurpleRain500 I would just look it up on IMDb pro. It’s well worth the price, which I think is like 100 bucks a year.
@@indiecomicempire Cool! Thanks so much for your help! I read somewhere that it may be difficult trying to score IP rights as an unknown first time writer, but your method gives me hope. Do you think they’ll even consider my work as an unknown at this point?
@@PurpleRain500 in a general sense, if you’re unknown, just give as little information as possible. Just say you’re interested in the rights. Entertainment people are used to dealing with unknown people who are rich from other industries who look to buy the rights to their favorite IP. And those people just ask questions, they don’t try to exaggerate who they are. The secret of the wealthy is they don’t explain themselves, they just ask for what they want. And if they’re out of their depth, they just move on. You can do the same.
I'm getting ready to start to launch my first comic book soon. I am not sure whether or not to self-publish, go to a publisher, or do the crowdfunding route. I am trying to figure out the most beneficial option to do so I can continue making my series and eventually turn it into graphic novels. Any advice on which route to pick?
My advice is to complete one 20-26 page issue -- self-publish and then crowdfund it for as much as you can, but setting a low bar, enough to cover printing for 50-100 units. Then, after completing a few more issues, pitch the full series to publishers. If nobody bites, self-publish and crowdfund the rest of the issues. Then, after growing your audience to about 100 core people, see if any publishers are interested in publishing the full trade as a graphic novel. If not, crowdfund the trade. Rinse and repeat with a new series, or continue to grow your audience with that series if you start to see a lot of interest.
@@indiecomicempire I see thanks alot! Im gonna be cookin with that advice!!!!
51:40 "It works! I'm high!"🤣That's a great analogy👌lol Great interview btw, keep'em coming! :)
Ha! Thank you!
My biggest hurdle is so many publishers will ONLY consider you if you A.) Have a full team. B.) Already have the comic made.
Yeah, that's definitely true. Very rarely will you find a publisher who will take on a series that's still in its pre-production phase. They're not like film studios that will finance production. Instead their main business is through financing post-production and profiting from an already completed product.
Preorder LIQUID KILL VOL. 1 trade paperback today at www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1961012138
PreOrder the Vol.1 Trade paperback for Max's epic sci-fi horror series LIQUID KILL today: www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1961012138
So what I'm getting from the process described: publish 8 page-ish ashcans that you can start sending out into the world which you then combine the various ashcans of a series into a book (TPB)? Also, I had to look up what an ashcan is since I've been hearing the term a lot lately but wasn't sure what they were. But are the basically just "prototype" copies of you comic so you can get the ball rolling faster to send to publishers/studios/etc? Thanks for the content!
From a reader's perspective, an ashcan can be its own collectible -- a short physical comic that's a preview of the story and sometimes some promo pages detailing other comics from the same publisher. Cheap paper, usually black and white with concept covers (but not always, they can be high quality with cardstock covers and and with gloss and color pages) or sometimes they're self-printed zines with short stories from the universe of the comic. They're often given away for free at comic conventions, but eventually become rare and unique because of their small print run and unofficial release. From a creator's perspective, they act as a proof-of-concept physical pitch to both readers and gatekeepers alike, while also acting as a full blown collectible product with a tangible value. They're a win win essentially for everyone involved.
Also, to add to what was said. Cecil isn't combining all the ashcans into one collected trade. He made 8 ashcans, each about 8 pgs long to show people and test which one people liked. Now that he knows he is writing and paying for art for 80-100 pages of one of those stories. Then he will do the next one. Some of those ashcans may never go any further, but he got the idea out and tested it.
I love these comics, the art is suuuuuuuuuper dope. Love the ghost in the shell and metal gear covers especially. I have three of the I variant (ghost cover) but they came in with a split spine…. both of them… and they were described as new, im super unlucky, so I couldn’t get it graded. However, I was able to get a really good version of the metal gear cover, and I bought another from a great seller on eBay who gave me a great price on the foil version, already graded. Super dope
Heck yeah. Send me an email max@hovencrow.com. I can send you a signed copies of almost any of the issue 1 covers. I think I may even have a metal or foil cover.
😂 I’m super excited, if you could sign the i and e variant of issue one, and c variant of issue 2. Those are my favorites. Hahahahahahahaha what do I have to do man lol I’m so glad I commented here lol amazing
Congrats on a year on CZcams! You definitely have become one of the best and most resourceful comic book channels for comic book creators.
Thank you! I try my best with the time I have lol
Very mature and realistic look at modern comics landscape. And not everything that bleak even, as you offer some good advise.
Thank you! I I wrote a non fiction book about the space if you want to check it out at www.hovencrow.com
I love your magnificent I'm curious I heard of the 24 hour comic can you kindly point out what one could do in that 24 like panelling because I realised I'm good at the business side business model financial model marketing economics etc but most folks can't/won't draw my transmedia stuff so I'd like to know how can i DIY the comic in 24 hours like a lean startup
I’m actually terrible at the actual artistic aspects of comics; my specialty is in writing and marketing. So I’m not sure what it would actually take do a comic in 24 hours. But I would calculate it out to about one page per hour. Or if you need to sleep. 2 pages per hour and an a few hours to write and sketch.
@@indiecomicempire thanks mayne you the real deal you keeps it real and professional I appreciate the dedication you put into this shit keep it up
Keep up the good work love your channel
Thank you! That means a lot!
You Forgot Marvel & DC.
Oops lol
The most famous movie makers and comic book publishers and bro forgot😂😂😂😂@@indiecomicempire
@@NecromancerSplatI'm not sure if you're joking or if you're unaware that I was joking. Marvel and DC don't accept unsolicited submissions. This list is of publishers that do.
@indiecomicempire no I'm like joking because marvel and DC aren't indie comics that's the joke lol
@@NecromancerSplat oh gotcha lol
THank you so much for mentioning me :) I appreciate it!
Where is part 2?😭
Oops! I need to get it scheduled!
Thanks for having me on your channel, I really appreciate it!
Thanks for coming on!
This guy basically runs a whole studio. And they do everything.
For real, mult-talented.
Good stuff. I know some top tier artists that charge north of $3k USD per cover.
Thank you. And wow...true elite top level artists.
@@indiecomicempire Yes, very top. But sometimes they'll say yes to an unknown creator if you have the $. Plenty decline such projects or simply do not respond to inquiries. Understandable.
Thank you!
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Thank you, means a lot. I strive to give out quality information. The editing and production value of my videos may be low, but the value of the information should be high.
Are thier any publishers who'll accept writer-only submissions. Most publishers don't want submissions until it's basically already printed and made.
Yes, there definitely are, as this is common practice for writers with agents. However, for new creators reaching out to publishers directly, you'll often have to contact an editor or research all the submission guidelines for the publishers you want to work with. I can't remember specific ones. I want to say Antarctic Press or some of the small press publishers on my list will. If you go through my Mega Publishers list at www.hovencrow.com/shop (or download it free by subscribing to my email list if you haven't already) and look at submissions pages, you will see some that accept artist portfolios and/or scripts. I'll try to make a video that details these publishers.
@@indiecomicempire ahoy comics accepts writer only submissions
Yessir I have been waiting for this vid. Should be valuable info I can impliment with Collabr😊 Thanks you
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Here's my comment to feed the algorythm: I worked for a director once and helped him develop a screenplay. The movie didn't happen, but I found out later on that he used parts of it for a shortfilm "written and directed" by him. I asked him why I wasn't mentioned in the credits, as basically that was one of the things we had agreed upon. He told me he wrote and directed it, so it was his credit alone. He then offered me a few hundred bucks, which I should have taken, but I said I wanted the credits and don't care about the money. That's the problem with being an idealist, and a lot of beginning artists are. It's not always people wanting something huge. Sometimes writers just want to be credited and for a small part, but directors/producers don't want to risk the legalities of putting someone else's name under a project next to their own. It's also a bit of vanity, I suppose. On both sides.
Thanks for the engagement lol. Yeah, with nearly every creative I know out there, we've dealt with all levels of getting screwed...uncredited, unpaid, miscredited, lied to, stolen ideas, falsely accused, etc. It can be from a long-term partner or someone you barely know. Some of us extract dreams from the ether and attempt to build them in reality, then there are others who claim credit for building the ether and then charge you for building their dream.
@@indiecomicempire The worst thing about it is they don't even get their own contradition. Or they do, but still want to lie to themselves. I mean - why offer to pay me a meager sum of money, if it was all done by himself? I learn a lot about writing good villains from people/bosses who think they are doing the right thing. Everyone is the hero of their own story.