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Young artists around the world dream of being the next Bill Watterson, Charles M. Schulz, or Mort Walker. Now, in Your Career in Comics, they'll learn how cartoon syndication really words--from the artists and professionals themselves. Nordling, a cartoonist, children's book, and comic-book writer, has interviewed dozens of artists and syndicate executives for Your Career in the Comics, and provides readers with both a broad-based view of the art form and the nitty-gritty on fashioning a funny, salable comic strip or panel. Detailed information on the business of being a professional cartoonist, tips on what beginners should avoid, and how a newspaper chooses a comic strip are all explored in this fact-filled book. Firsthand insights from Charles M. Schulz, Bill Watterson, Mort Walker, Lynn Johnston, Bil Keane, Cathy Guisewite, Mell Lazarus, Jeff MacNelly, and others make Your Career in the Comics a must-have for all admirerers of the medium. It's an invaluable tool for anyone who is interested in working in comic strips--or who simply wants to know more about how cartooning works.
A little yellow fish swims alone in a big ocean. A hungry barracuda searches for something to eat. A school of fish band together. In this clever wordless comic, readers explore multiple points of view.
Fairy tales have fueled our dreams and fired our imaginations for centuries. Step inside a time machine built by a collection of today's finest storytellers, and enter a range of futures where familiar tales are reimagined in an astonishing variety of styles. Editors Andrew Carl and Chris Stevens bring you the next wave of leading writers and illustrators working alongside superstar creators like Farel Dalrymple (Pop Gun War), Ryan Ottley (Invincible), Khoi Pham (Daredevil), and Brandon Graham (King City) to deliver a reading experience that will delight generations young and old. * Ageless stories become tales for a new age!
Look out! A bird escapes from its cage and flies out the window. A napping cat wakes up hungry and tries to catch a snack. A dog stands guard in his backyard, ready to bark at anything that comes near. Follow the tales of three animals on one wild afternoon. In this clever wordless comic, each animal is a hero in its own story and all three stories are connected. Lee Nordling's simple storytelling engages young readers and provides a gateway into understanding multiple perspectives and points of view.
In this beautifully illustrated and mostly wordless book, Cameron isn't small, but he's not exactly big. He's not slow, but he's also not quick. He wants friends, but it never quite seems to work out. And in a game of tag, he's going to end up "it." Or at least that's how things are on this side of the Bramble. On the other side, it's a different story. On the other side of the Bramble, something extraordinary can happen, something that changes everything.
-In this wordless graphic novel, Andrew sets out on a game of hide-and-seek with a friendly forest monster. Andrew is so focused--and the monster is so tricky--that Andrew cannot find it even when it is hiding in plain sight---
Mickey poses as the Cactus Kid when he goes after some cattle rustlers.
No matter where kids are growing up, no matter what challenges they face, they're still focused on family, friends, food, and the freedom to do what they want-although not necessarily in that order. That becomes perfectly clear in A Baby's Work Is Never Done, one of the funniest takes on growing up to come along in years. This sharp and witty comic strip for today's kids (and adults) was spun off the highly successful Nickelodeon TV series, which has become a modern classic. Children and their families just can't get enough of the Rugrats characters, including brave Tommy, cowardly Chuckie, oddball twins Phil and Lil, and bossy Angelica. They may be babies, but their personalities ring true for people of all ages. The fun of the comic strip comes in seeing the world through the Rugrats' unique, sincere perspective on a day-to-day basis. Just as comical is the physical humor that spills out across backyards, playgrounds, and bedrooms.
Collects the newspaper comic strips based on the Nickelodeon series, Rugrats. Nickelodeon’s beloved animated series Rugrats premiered in 1991 and gave the world thirteen seasons of unforgettable baby fun and adventures. With its unique blend of humor and family values, the hit show established itself as a pop culture phenomenon and cemented its legacy as a benchmark animated series for both kids and adults. It’s unparalleled success gave way to movies, merchandise, and much more, including a long run of newspaper comic strips. Collects many of the Rugrats newspaper dailies, presented in color for the first time ever in print. This collection follows the babies on a series of stand alone adventures perfect for readers of all ages.
When Andrew spots a friendly forest monster outside his window, he knows it's time to play. Get ready to follow along with Andrew as he starts the strangest round of hide-and-seek you've ever seen! Can he track down the tricky creature? Find out in this wild, word-free graphic novel.