Everyone wanting to write AND draw their own graphic novel needs to look at this, and plan your finances/side-gigs accordingly. The advance money reeeeally doesn't go as far as you think it does.

Steve Horton 🎃 The Comic Book Story of Space Exploration@mst3k.fan · 3y ago

Here’s some math courtesy of Nate Powell to keep in mind when signing that graphic novel deal. #comics

Happy 2026 everyone! 🥳 We are incredibly proud of all the talented artists and their amazing work we published together this past year. We truly had the best time doing it! Here’s a roundup of all the wonderful titles we released throughout 2025! 🤩

you might as well consider the advance the only payment you're (sadly) ever gonna get from a comic publishing deal and plan accordingly that's all i'm gonna say

But money? Small-press publishing is best for cartoonists starting out who have a day job or some other source of support, and you almost invariably have to look at it as a wholesale financial loss that may yield long-term professional benefits at the expense of short-term gains.

With most small publishers, you almost never see royalties even on a modest seller; it's almost always the case that while they take 50% of the profits (larger publishers give you a percentage of cover, which is harder to creatively doctor), 100% of the costs, not 50, are deducted from your end.

Revisit the first 5 pages of HOURGLASS!! ⌛️ ✨️ The comic is out NOW on @silversprocket.net 's website!

Silver Sprocket @silversprocket.net · 2y ago

Peer upon the first 5 pages of HOURGLASS by Barbara Mazzi (@birby.bsky.social ) HOURGLASS is so masterfully crafted that each page is not only vividly illustrated and detailed but also integral to the larger story.

Okay but Silksong though 😊🫴🐛❤️❤️❤️

Revisit the first 5 pages of HOURGLASS!! ⌛️ ✨️ The comic is out NOW on @silversprocket.net 's website!

Silver Sprocket @silversprocket.net · 2y ago

Peer upon the first 5 pages of HOURGLASS by Barbara Mazzi (@birby.bsky.social ) HOURGLASS is so masterfully crafted that each page is not only vividly illustrated and detailed but also integral to the larger story.

Lol

DELTARUNE Chapters 1-4 will be released on June 5th as a launch title for Nintendo Switch 2! It's also coming to Steam, Switch, PS4, and PS5 the same day! www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDzg...

DELTARUNE Nintendo Switch 2 Announce Trailer

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We've been patiently waiting...counting the minutes...the seconds...but the day has come at last! HOURGLASS by Barbara Mazzi (@birby.bsky.social) is officially out now!

Hourglass by Barbara Mazzi

Order now and get a free risograph print designed by Barbara! A stunning coming-of-age graphic novel from cartoonist Barbara Mazzi, exploring the dystopian divide of class difference, the strength of…

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Be sure to pre-order now to ensure you get the exclusive 5x7 risograph print designed by Barbara herself!

A grain of sand at a time, we find ourselves only 5 days away from the release of HOURGLASS by Barbara Mazzi (@birby.bsky.social) A stunning coming-of-age story exploring the dystopian divide of class difference, the strength of human connection, and what truly makes the heart tick.

HOUGLASS is coming to shelves this March 26th! Pre-order now to guarantee you receive the exclusive 5x7 risograph print designed by Barbara herself along with this story exploring the dystopian divide of class difference, the strength of human connection, and what truly makes the heart tick

The release of HOURGLASS by @birby.bsky.social is less than 2 weeks away and we're counting each grain of sand as the date inches closer and closer. We're not the only ones who have been captivated by this beautiful tale! Theo Stultz, author of recent beauty BLADE OF THE FANE, states:

I AM SOOOO SO IN LOVE WITH HOW THIS RISO PRINT CAME OUT LOOK AT IT!!! 🥹💖✨️🌟🥰

Silver Sprocket @silversprocket.net · 2y ago

WOW! Get a good look at the exclusive 5x7 riso print designed by @birby.bsky.sociail ( printed by Daniel Zhou) which will accompany every pre-order of her upcoming graphic novel HOURGLASS!

I AM SOOOO SO IN LOVE WITH HOW THIS RISO PRINT CAME OUT LOOK AT IT!!! 🥹💖✨️🌟🥰

Silver Sprocket @silversprocket.net · 2y ago

WOW! Get a good look at the exclusive 5x7 riso print designed by @birby.bsky.sociail ( printed by Daniel Zhou) which will accompany every pre-order of her upcoming graphic novel HOURGLASS!

i really don't get why they can't make a 2d pokemon game. their designs and artworks always have so much charm while their final graphics look like ass

Serebii.net@serebii.bsky.social · 2y ago

Serebii Update: Full look at the map of Lumiose City in Pokémon Legends Z-A www.serebii.net

Super thrilled to announce that I will be publishing my graphic novel HOURGLASS ⏳✨ with @silversprocket.bsky.social in March 2025!! Preorders are open NOW!!! (link in 🧵)

“When a ceasefire is announced, I will just run. No one ask me where. I myself don’t even know. I will just run, and run. …the important thing is to arrive at a quiet place: a place that allows me to weep for a long time.”

RIP to the king

oscar's development between volumes is so funny he's a menace #rwby

Preview: Hourglass – Barbara Mazzi’s Coming-of-Age Graphic Novel Will Be Published By Silver Sprocket @silversprocket.net in March 2025. www.brokenfrontier.com/hourglass-si...

Preview: Hourglass - Barbara Mazzi's Coming-of-Age Graphic Novel Will Be Published By Silver Sprocket in March 2025 – Broken Frontier

Radical comics publisher Silver Sprocket previews an early 2025 release with this look at Barbara Mazzi's 'Hourglass'.

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CHOOSE YOUR GOAT!! This Spring 2025, our roster is absolutely stacked & we're so stoked about it. From familiar faces to new challengers...melancholy to mystery..& everything in between, it's never been a better time to be a comics menace. SPRING 2025! Let's fucking go!

Spring 2025 From Silver Sprocket: CHOOSE YOUR GOAT

Announcing our publishing slate for Silver Sprocket's Spring 2025 Season! Check out all of our upcoming comics in one place at: https://store.silversprocket....

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This place is quickly becoming the art community I hoped it would be. I hope it just continues to grow and grow.

thinking about going to thought bubble next year.... 👀 it seems like a nice chance to actually meet a lot of cool people in person AND i want spend a lot of money on indie stuff

Super thrilled to announce that I will be publishing my graphic novel HOURGLASS ⏳✨ with @silversprocket.bsky.social in March 2025!! Preorders are open NOW!!! (link in 🧵)

HOURGLASS is coming to shelves this coming spring 2025! Be sure to Pre-Order to ensure you get the full experience treats and all!