Summary

In this episode of the Divergent Comics podcast, host Gary interviews Kevin Davis, an emerging comic creator. They discuss Kevin's journey into the world of comics, his inspirations, and the challenges he faced while creating his own publishing company, Keviside. The conversation delves into his upcoming projects, including 'HallowFiend' and 'Arkfire', and offers valuable advice for aspiring comic creators, emphasizing the importance of originality, networking, and mental health awareness in storytelling.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Divergent Comics Podcast

01:30 Kevin Davis: Journey into Comics

06:01 The Evolution of a Comic Creator

10:06 Building a Publishing Company

20:49 Exploring Arkfire: A Comic Review

24:03 Introducing HallowFien: A New Project

32:06 Advice for Aspiring Comic Creators

Links:

https://app.micard.io/kevirsyle

https://www.kevisyde.com/

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/kevisyde/hallowfien

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Summary

In this engaging conversation, Lloyd and Natosha Jones of Midnight Comics discuss their journey as a black family-owned indie comic publisher, their unique storytelling approach, and the themes of representation and resilience in their works. They delve into their published titles, the challenges and successes of using Kickstarter, and the inspiration behind their characters and stories. The duo emphasizes the importance of authenticity in storytelling and offers valuable advice for aspiring creators.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Midnight Comics

02:05 The Origin of Midnight Comics

04:54 Exploring Published Titles

05:10 Kickstarter Journey and Strategy

07:11 The Grey Series Overview

08:17 Shemeika's Story and Themes

11:33 Inspiration Behind the Stories

12:58 Character Development and Real-Life Inspirations

14:41 Favorite Projects and Future Releases

16:48 Manga vs. Comics: A Unique Approach

19:09 Thematic Connections Across Stories

20:43 Upcoming Projects and Innovations

27:19 Advice for Aspiring Creators

Midnight comics Links:

https://www.midnightcomics.org/

https://www.facebook.com/Midnightcomics

https://www.instagram.com/midnightxcomics/

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Summary

In this engaging conversation, Amanda Madison, shares her journey into writing, the inspiration behind her characters, and the themes of trauma and self-discovery woven throughout her work. The discussion delves into the challenges of writing, the choice of novel over comic format, and the future of her book series, highlighting the importance of personal experiences in shaping her narrative. She shares insights on her writing journey, the challenges faced, and the importance of perseverance in the creative process. Amanda also expresses her desire to write for popular franchises and offers valuable advice for aspiring writers.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Amanda Madison

09:05 Themes of Trauma and Overcoming Adversity

14:28 The Choice of Novel Over Comic

21:00 The Anticipation of Upcoming Releases

28:59 Dreaming Big: Writing for Franchises

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