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How to Self-Publish Your Own Comic Book [Paperback]

Tony Caputo (Author)
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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Release Date: Mar 1 1997
How to Self-Publish Your Own Comic Book is the only reference of its kind, providing complete information on all aspects of the comic book industry and publishing process. Included are sections on:





• Getting started

• Securing trademarks and copyrights

• Comic book creation

• Printers and color separators

• Contracts

• Distribution and sales

• Marketing strategies

• Promotions and public relations

• Budgeting and bookkeeping

• Acquiring needed capital

• Buying and selling secondary rights




Rounding out the volume is a helpful appendix listing that includes the names and addresses of recommended printers, distributors, foreign publishers, comic book industry publications, domestic and foreign comic specialty shops, and related computer resources, making this a truly unique reference that no self-publisher should be without.

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About the Author

Tony C. Caputo is the publisher of hundreds of comic books, including such well-known titles as Speed Racer™, Astro Boy™, The Terminator™, The Real Ghostbusters™, Vespers™, and The Green Hornet™. From 1989 to 1994, he served on the board of directors of the Comics Magazine Association of America (CMAA). and has worked as a publishing consultant for a variety of companies, including Disney Publications and Walter Joseph Communications. He has also produced over 20 volumes of Speed Racer home videos and gift sets, and has collaborated with such legendary industry talents as Harlan Ellison, Neal Abrams, Jim Steranko, Mike Baron, and Jeff Butler.

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4.3 out of 5 stars
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4.3 out of 5 stars
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3.0 out of 5 stars a nice book for ideas but.. Oct 5 2002
By Victoria Pagac
Format:Paperback
the infotmation is now 5 years old so while its a good book to get ideas about cost that information needs to be updated.
The book is not geared to the just starting out writer or artist as one reviewer already stated. unless your rich or have a good business background this book is not for you
at least not right away
i am not sorry to own this book but i think the book could have done a better job on actual creating of ads rather then waste a few pages with comic con types of aadvertising. more tips to finding good people rather than just pluging a few talent scouts also whould be helpful
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Wealth of Resources Jun 17 2003
By J. Eure
Format:Paperback
This book is worth getting just for the comic book resouce listings it contains.
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5.0 out of 5 stars How to Self-Publish Your Own Comic Book: Feb 17 2003
By Austin Osueke
Format:Paperback
I am an indy comic book publisher at eigoMANGA.com, and I used this book for the last 3 years to get my company started from the very bottom.

This book is my bible in terms of building my company at eigoMANGA.com. I have it secretly stashed in my desk and let people believe that I'm a comic book genius.

The blueprints are spelled out in this book so you can't go wrong. Yeah, it can be alittle intimidating sometimes so read the parts that are relevant to your needs at that time. When I started out in my dining room several years ago, I didn't need to know about worldwide distribution, now I do.

This industry is a real rat-race, with very few big time people wanting to help you. Mr. Caputo and this book is a blessing!

With a little bit of desire, work ethic, and Mr. Caputo's book, you are destined to go far in this industry. TRUST ME!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Great for the pro - decent for the amatuer
Tony's book is a wealth of information on comic book publishing, from hiring free-lancers, drawing up contracts, dealing with printing, and doing paperwork. Read more
Published on May 4 2002 by John Hurliman
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book that will definately get you started.
I've given this book 5 stars because of how it has excited me about the possibilities of self-published comics. Read more
Published on May 3 2002 by Randall Wincek
4.0 out of 5 stars Good for novice, average for serious comics fans
The author covers a lot of territory. However, it stays rather general, which is good if you are new to the topic. Read more
Published on Dec 26 2001
3.0 out of 5 stars Informational, but not to helpful.
Caputo gives a general idea, based on persoanl experience, of what it is like creating your own comic book/characters. Read more
Published on July 23 2001
5.0 out of 5 stars From The Master
I was in desperate need of a book of this type when I saw this. It is the best book ever written on this subject. Mr. Caputo should teach a class. Read more
Published on Feb 5 2001 by Mike Thompson
5.0 out of 5 stars An invaluable resource!
Tony Caputo has taken his years of experience as a major comic book publisher and created a guide that is indispensable for publishers of any size. Read more
Published on Jan 20 2000 by Edward DeGeorge
4.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful and Educational
I have learned so much from this book. I can tell you that this is a tool, and not a way for Mr. Caputo to line his pockets. Read more
Published on Dec 8 1999
4.0 out of 5 stars "Complete" is right!
I've been on both sides of a comic book... the buying side and the publishing side, and I can tell you for fact, that there is no where else to obtain the information in this book... Read more
Published on Nov 30 1999 by Barry
5.0 out of 5 stars This is the ultimate guide
Tony Caputo has put together the ultimate guide to publishing your comic-book successfully. As the successful publisher of SCORN and SNAP through my company, SCC Entertainment... Read more
Published on July 19 1997
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