In Part II of our episodes with Philip Tarl Denson, we explore the dynamic relationship between writers and artists in the indie comics industry. They discuss the challenges of proving oneself as a writer, the importance of paying artists fairly, and the multifaceted role of a comic book writer that includes marketing and production.

00:00 The Challenge of Proving Writing Talent

02:14 Balancing Writing and Art in Comics

05:27 The Joy and Struggle of Writing

07:37 The Creative Process of Digital Art

14:06 The Importance of Knowing the Rules

19:12 Generating and Selecting Ideas

22:03 The Value of Diverse Ideas

24:02 Experimentation and Themes in Storytelling

26:42 The Importance of Practice and Feedback

33:04 Visual Storytelling Techniques

38:30 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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