Building XP in Comics | T.S. Luther on The Digger, Indie Grit, Getting Kids to Read & Family Fandoms

On this episode of Talking Comics, AJ Reimann and Annika chat with comic writer T.S. Luther (Invader Comics, Professional Entropy) about his journey from automotive copywriter to indie creator.We dig into The Digger, his new pulp-thriller mini-series pitched as “What if Indiana Jones hunted Short Round?” — plus how family, failure, and persistence shape every creator’s XP bar.They discuss balancing parenthood with comics, how to find your creative team, the reality of comic pricing, Kickstarter tips, and why kids reading graphic novels matters.🎧 Subscribe for weekly creator interviews, comic talk, and behind-the-panels stories.👉 Follow T.S. Luther: [tiktok.com/@tsluthercomics]👉 🎙 Follow Talking Comics ✨ Special Mentions/Sponsors:We thank everyone for watching and supporting!Thank you to Amped Comics for partnering with us and offering you 10% off your order using code TCP10 https://ampedcomics.com/discount/TCP10👉 Hit the Kickstarter “Remind Me” button to follow the project launch (coming early 2026). https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/...👉 Subscribe to Talking Comics for more creator interviews, comics talk, and behind-the-scenes updates. https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_PodcastChapters00:00 Navigating Podcasting Challenges03:01 The Importance of Support and Encouragement12:49 The Journey to Becoming a Comic Writer17:53 The Importance of Learning Multiple Skills24:06 Navigating Rejection in the Comic Industry29:47 Networking and Building Relationships at Conventions35:52 The Digger: A New Comic Book Project43:02 Crowdfunding and Community Support50:54 Engaging Young Readers01:01:14 The Writing Process and Creative Rituals01:08:28 The Importance of Detail in Writing01:17:26 Inspiration and Emotional Connection in Writing01:28:35 Embracing Self-Acceptance01:35:58 The Journey of Persistence in Comics01:40:54 Networking and Community in the Comic Industry01:51:22 Comic Book Beginnings and Favorites01:57:23 Living in a Comic Book Universe02:03:08 The Comic Book Industry and Writing Process#TalkingComics #TSLuther #ComicBookPodcast #IndieComics #TheDigger #InvaderComics #ProfessionalEntropy #ComicWriters #MakingComics #KickstarterComics #ComicCommunity #ComicCreators #PodcastInterview #AJReimann #PanelPete #ComicBookTalk #IndieComicCreator #ComicBookFans #ComicBookInspiration #ComicBookJourney