Comic Quote by Kieron Gillen
“Self-publishing in comics is core to the whole artform. There is no scarlet letter in comics as there still is, to some degree, in prose. As no publisher for a long time would publish serious work in comics, the only way a lot of it came out was because of self-publishing. Many of the greatest works of the medium are self-published.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Comic Book Resources, 2015
Self‑publishing is essential to comics because it bypasses traditional gatekeepers, allowing innovative work to thrive.
In simple terms: Self‑publishing fuels comic innovation.
Key Takeaway
Support independent creators.
Themes
creativity
industry
independence
Mood
enthusiastic
encouraging
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- new comic projects
- crowdfunding
- small presses
Key Concepts
self‑publishing
gatekeeping
artistic freedom
Questions to Reflect On
- How can creators balance independence with wider exposure?
- What role do readers play in supporting self‑published comics?
A Different Perspective
Self‑publishing can limit distribution reach.
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