Building a 36-Issue Comic Universe | Justin Coke Talks SWAT

This week on Talkin' Comics, AJ sits down with comic creator Justin Coke, the writer behind the supernatural crime comic SWAT.Justin shares his journey from lawyer and novelist to comic creator, discusses writing a 36-issue comic universe, finding the right artist, launching Kickstarter campaigns, and navigating the realities of indie comic publishing.We also dive into Harrow County, Sandman, Nightwing, crowdfunding, comic conventions, marketing comics, and what it really takes to build an audience in today's comic industry.If you're an indie creator, comic fan, Kickstarter enthusiast, or aspiring writer, this episode is packed with valuable insights and plenty of laughs.Support SWAT and discover more indie comics!Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_PodcastGuest: Justin Coke https://weirdshark.art/Follow the Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/edgeofdarkness/swat-eldritch-blue🗯️New Website: https://www.talkincomics.com/📰Sign up for our newsletter 🗨 Get your FREE preview of The Chronicles of Panel Pete https://talkincomicspodcast.substack.com/🫵 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingComicsPodcast👉 Watch the Panel Pete trailer now https://youtu.be/z1zDZuO_8hkSponsors:• Allegra Printing – Printing The Chronicles of Panel Pete 👉🖨 For your comic book printing needs please visit Allegra Traverse City (Tell them AJ Sent You) https://www.allegramarketingprint.com...Printing-Comic Books-Fliers-Prints-Business Cards-Rack Cards-Promotional Items-EtcChapters00:00 Introduction and Background04:08 Transition to Comic Writing07:44 Kickstarter Campaign Insights12:07 Art and Collaboration in Comics16:33 Writing Process and Inspirations21:37 Pitching and Marketing Comics25:38 Conventions and Future Plans29:09 Passion Over Profit: The Indie Comic Journey32:12 Writing with Purpose: Eliminating Irrelevance33:47 The M Files: A Unique Comic Concept34:52 Comic Book Origins: From Childhood to Adult Enthusiasm36:36 Exploring the Indie Comic Scene38:30 Accessibility in Comics: The Need for Affordability39:34 The Future of Comics: Competing with Manga41:49 Favorite Characters and Series: A Personal Touch44:33 Living in a Comic Universe: Choices and Preferences45:37 Superpowers and Sidekicks: Fun Hypotheticals46:34 Life as a Comic: Titles and Reflections48:11 Reflections on the Past: Growing Up as a Jehovah's Witness49:42 The Internet and Social Media: Navigating Modern Platforms#TalkinComics #IndieComics #KickstarterComics #ComicBooks #ComicCreator #SWATComic #Crowdfunding #ComicWriting #Podcast #IndependentComics #GraphicNovel #ComicCommunity #Lovecraft