Among Nabila Khashoggi’s many accomplishments is her children’s comic book series, Spartan and the Green Egg, which details the adventures of children traveling and learning about the world’s cultures and environmental issues with a little help from some alien magic. Nabila Khashoggi took the initiative to publish her series independently, through Full Cycle Publications. So, how can someone interested in publishing comics get started?

1. By Nabila Khashoggi

2. Among Nabila Khashoggi’s many
accomplishments is her children’s comic book
series, Spartan and the Green Egg, which details
the adventures of children traveling and learning
about the world’s cultures and environmental
issues with a little help from some alien magic.
Nabila Khashoggi took the initiative to publish
her series independently, through Full Cycle
Publications. So, how can someone interested in
publishing comics get started?

3. 1. First, find the right publisher for you. Many of the larger publishers,
like Marvel and DC, don’t accept unsolicited submissions; however, there
are numerous independent presses, which often focus on a particular
style or theme. For example, Wisdom House Books specializes in
inspiring, positive, and educational stories, which made them a perfect
fit for Ms. Khashoggi’s series. For a list of comics publishers, see here:
http://myperfectpitch.com/comic-book-publishers/
2. Follow the publisher’s instructions, paying attention to the submission
requirements. Submissions that are not formatted properly are usually
discarded. Work with your editor, and do not be discouraged by requests
for revisions or changes.
3. Brand yourself. Think of yourself as a business, and market to your
desired audience. Use websites and social media to spread the word
about your work; attend book events, expos, and other public events.
You may even consider developing an icon.

4. Publishing any book, particularly a comic, can
be quite challenging in such a competitive
market, but these three tips offer the
foundation for a path to success.