you can do a graphic novel

Whether you are an English, Creative Writing or Art teacher, Librarian,
Scout Leader, or Parent, YOU can help encourage your students, child or
troops to do a graphic novel. And maybe even do one yourself!

The Top 10 Graphic Novel Questions

1. What is a Graphic Novel?

A Graphic Novel is a Comic Book only longer. The big difference is
that when you write a comic book, it is usually put out in monthly
installments. In graphic novel form, the book is complete. Whatever
you call it, it’s simply storytelling with the art advancing the story, rather
than illustrating the text, as in the classic storybook.

2. Do you have to know how to draw to do a graphic novel?

You do not have to know how to draw, but you do need to find your
unique style. The art in Diary of a Wimpy Kid, one of the most popular
graphic novels out today, is all stick figures. It’s the combination of art
style and writing that is unique to graphic novels.

3. Which comes first, art or story?

It doesn’t matter. Everybody works differently. Some start with story,
others with art, and still others write and draw at the same time. The
idea is to just get going.

4. How do I get started?

Doodle.(story name create by you wone story)

5. What is more important, Art or Story?

This is one of those questions that you can debate forever and still not
come up with the answer. Of course you need a good story because
nobody likes a boring one, and you need interesting art to keep the
reader intrigued. It’s the chicken and the egg all over again.

6. Can I make a living doing graphic novels?

Today more than ever. But it still isn’t easy. Of course talent is important,
but willing to get your work out there and show it to the world is what is
going to give you a real shot.
Knowing how to do a graphic novel expands into other fields such as

advertising, movie making and TV writing.
7. Any creative tips?

Never leave home without a pencil and paper. You never know where or
when inspiration will come.

8. How do you know what to write about?

Write what you know about.

9. How do you break into the business?

Going to a Comic book convention is a good start. There, you can talk to
professionals and get your portfolio evaluated. Get connected through
your local libraries, art teachers, events around town.

10. Is the creative block real?

Of course it’s real. But be careful not to use it as an excuse if you’re just
being lazy or reaching a difficult time in your story. Sometimes what feels
like a creative block is really just you going through your process and
getting ready for a breakthrough.