The Journey to Our First Graphic Novel
In order for us to perform our proofreading, Isaac had to teach us these industry standards which opened up many students’ eyes to the complexity of comics. Who knew the letter I could cause so many problems?
Honoring Service Through Stories: The Importance of Amplifying Veteran Voices
Veteran memoirs provide a unique window into military life, revealing the personal experiences often hidden in official accounts. As independent publishers bring these stories to light, we gain invaluable insights that deepen our empathy and understanding. This Veterans Day, discover how supporting veteran voices is one way we can truly honor their service.
Five Invaluable Comic Book Publishing Resources
Thanks to the efforts of a brave few who are working to demystify the profession, learning the secret of comic book publishing has never been easier. These are among the best manuals for learning the industry; from editing to writing, art direction to professional direction, these five resources are invaluable to the aspiring comic book publisher.
November: A Month for Kids
November is National Picture Book Month! Although Ooligan Press does not publish picture books, we are conscious of the important benefits they have for children, such as increasing language comprehension and social-emotional development. So to honor the occasion, we will be highlighting eleven independent presses that publish a wide range of picture books for the kids in your life to enjoy.
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with Nonfiction
To honor the recent release of our nonfiction title Tribal Histories of the Willamette Valley by David G. Lewis on November 14, 2023, we explore the literary works of other Indigenous authors writing about their personal and communal histories.
Is a Glossary a Sign of Bad Writing?
I discovered that there is a vocal contingent of people out there who hate glossaries, who even think they are a sign of bad writing. This was surprising to me, to say the least. After all, as a longtime reader of fantasy and science fiction, I happen to love glossaries.
Books I Would Love to Reread for the First Time!
Whether someone is an avid reader or not, chances are they have one (or a few) books that still occupy space in their minds. Thoughts about these books can surface when reading another book that has something similar in it or just randomly when going about everyday life. We can remember specific scenes or how a book made us feel, but that does not matter. What matters is this book left a deep impression that could live with you for years to come.
Webcomics Coming to Print!
Penguin Random House took a leap by publishing a print copy of Lore Olympus by Rachel Smythe, which had been topping the charts of romance and overall webcomics read on Webtoon’s platform consistently. During its first week on the market in November of 2021, the title sold more than forty-four thousand units.
Book Options for When You Have Time to Read and When You Don’t
If you are like me, then reading is a necessity of everyday life. However, if you are still like me, this can be difficult sometimes as life fluctuates in how busy it keeps you. There is nothing worse (figuratively speaking when it comes to books) than starting a new book, finding out it’s a series, and not having the time or mental energy to dedicate to it.
Creativity Unbound: A Spotlight on Spektrum
It’s Saturday night in Portland. I’m sitting at a small table decorated with garlands of marigolds and small tea cups. Sweet incense mixes with the last breath of a candle. A wash of red light covers the room. Around a rectangular table, eight other people I have never met sit listening as once-local author Nick Jaina alternates between reading from his book Spektrum and winding melodies through the room with his guitar and voice.