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How to Make a Mini Comic Book

Mini-comics are a fun and low-cost way to share your comic creations with others. They come in a wide range of shapes and sizes and, because they're handmade, every copy is a little different. Although often small, they are capable of conveying large emotions; the do-it-yourself nature of mini-comics lends itself to personal expression. If you are looking to experiment with comic making or simply have a story that you are eager to tell, consider making a mini-comic.

Things You'll Need

  • Plain paper Pencils Erasers Felt-tipped pen or brush pen Long stapler Copy machine Scissors (optional)
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Instructions

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      Write the story. Simple, personal stories work best in mini-comics; you can even divide the book into a collection of small stories, each a page or two in length.

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      Plan the layout. Create a mock-up of your mini-comic; to create a simple mini-comic, fold several pieces of paper in half and combine to create a pamphlet. Flip through the pages, numbering each page as you go. Separate the papers; each paper will now have a fold down the middle with numbers on both halves of each side indicating which page number each half represents. Use these pages as a template for drawing your artwork.

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      Draw the artwork. Use a pencil to sketch out the artwork on your mini-comic template, taking care to leave room for dialogue. Add dialogue and word bubbles where necessary.

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      Ink the artwork. Use a felt-tipped marker or brush pen to trace over the sketched artwork, including dialogue and word bubbles; ignore any stray lines. Allow the ink to dry, then remove the underlying pencil marks with an eraser.

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      Photocopy the pages. Make one copy to use as a proof; review the proof and make any editing changes where needed. Assemble the photocopied pages and use a long-reach stapler to bind the comic along the spine. Your mini-comic is now complete.

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