How to Make a Webcomic WebsiteIn Feburary 2016 27,

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Webcomics can be solo efforts or exercises in teamwork. For example, Penny Arcade is a partnership between writer Jerry Holkins and artist Mike Krahulik, while VG Cats is created entirely by Scott Ramsoomair. If you have the skill to handle both writing and illustration, you can launch a solo comic. However, having a fellow artist involved gives you time to focus on a single aspect of the comic, while your partner handles the rest -- effectively reducing a stressful workload. These aren't the only useful elements to a webcomic team, however. As Cat-Nine author Kevin Dangoy points out, having a 'Web guy' who knows how to build and maintain the site itself can be vital. Take on the roles you can handle but don't be afraid to branch out to willing collaborators.
Developing Your Comic
After you have a creative team in place or decide to go it alone, it's time to begin development. Work out what you want your comic to be about, who the primary characters are, what kind of narrative structure you want to use and all your character designs. Get a solid bead on just what your comic is and how it looks -- a slapped-together comic is less likely to succeed than one that is well planned. You'll need to master image-editing software like Adobe Photoshop or GIMP.
Finding Web Hosting
After you have your ideas all worked out and a few strips ready for the launch, find somewhere to host your comic. You can use a free blogging site like Blogger to start or one of the free Web hosting services. Take a close look at the free Web hosting services tailored specifically to webcomics, including Comic Genesis, The Duck, Smack Jeeves and Comic Fury. Free Web hosting has limitations; you may need to shop around to find one that suits your needs best. Premium hosting and domain services maximize performance and options; you can start with one of these services or switch when your comic grows in popularity.
Building the Site
Building the site itself requires some skill with HTML and CSS, even with free Web hosting. You or your Web expert will need to carefully tailor the site to work around advertisements and function smoothly while still making your comic easy to read and access. Depending on the desired complexity, the skill level required can be basic or advanced. You'll also need an FTP program so you can transfer the comics themselves to your website's server.
Helpful Tips
Artist Julie Miyamoto suggests that you create a backlog of comics and space out the release dates. By releasing your backlog incrementally over time, you have time to work on another batch or take a break. She also suggests that you avoid filler whenever possible, as fillers detract from overall plot progress. She suggests that you keep concepts broad enough to appeal to a wide audience without alienating your primary readers. Bill Watterson's 'Calvin and Hobbes' serves as a good example; many of the strips require almost no reading.
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How to Start a Closeout Overstock BusinessIn Feburary 2016 25,

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Write up a business plan identifying how much you can afford to invest in your business. A pallet of overstock merchandise may range from $2,000 to $10,000 depending on the type of goods you're interested in selling. In addition to the merchandise, you'll need a method of storing and transporting it (if you don't intend to have someone else drop ship), as well as funds for a website, permits, licenses and marketing.
Obtain a sales tax permit and register your business. Some wholesalers may not work with you otherwise.
Do your homework. Create an account on eBay.com. Once registered, peruse completed listings to get an idea of popular brand names and what they typically sell for. Visit related forums to conduct market research on customers likely to buy the kind of merchandise you intend to sell. Check out online product reviews and prices of merchandise that you are considering investing in. Visit discount stores like Big Lots to compare prices against overstock merchandise that you're looking to resell.
Find a location for your merchandise, if you don't intend to utilize drop shipping. This may be a large garage or spare room within your home or a small warehouse.
Find suppliers. Contact manufacturers and national and local retailers directly to inquire about liquidations, overstock, off season or discontinued merchandise and shelf pulls. Start with companies listed on Overstock.com and other closeout websites. Compare online liquidators and wholesale suppliers by reviewing their 'About Us' pages and customer reviews. Note how long each liquidator has been in business and their return policies. Many liquidators will drop ship. If you lack storage space, this may be a better option. Always pay with a secure payment method such as a credit card or Paypal.com.
Purchase a domain and website for your closeout overstock business. (See Resources for a list of web hosting companies.) Your web host should provide you with a number of free templates, marketing tools, 24-hour customer service and tutorials to help you design a relevant and catchy site that can garner traffic. Begin building your website by importing high quality images of your overstock merchandise and thorough descriptions for each item. You may be able to get stock photos from the manufacturer or retailer. Detail your return policy and your commitment to customer satisfaction.
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