Inside Indie Comics: Creating, Collaborating & Surviving Cons

🗨 Get your FREE preview of The Chronicles of Panel Pete https://talkincomicspodcast.substack.com/Welcome back to Talkin' Comics! This week, AJ sits down with Mr. Fish Comics, an indie comics creator known for his incredible work ethic, creative storytelling, and honest insights into the world of comics.We dive deep into:The indie comic creation processScript changes, collaboration, and letteringComic convention wins, losses, and lessonsPricing comics, selling at cons, and creator burnoutBuilding a sustainable life in comicsWhether you’re a creator, collector, or comic fan, this episode is packed with real-world advice and unforgettable stories.🎙️ Subscribe for weekly comic talk, interviews, trivia, and more!👉 Watch the Panel Pete trailer now https://youtu.be/z1zDZuO_8hkSponsors:• AMPED Comics – Use code TCP10 for 10% off https://ampedcomics.com/discount/TCP10• Allegra Printing – Printing The Chronicles of Panel Pete 👉🖨 For your comic book printing needs please visit Allegra Travers City (Tell them AJ Sent You) https://www.allegramarketingprint.com...Printing-Comic Books-Fliers-Prints-Business Cards-Rack Cards-Promotional Items-Etc👉 Hit the Kickstarter “Remind Me” button to follow the project launch (coming early 2026). https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/641500179/the-chronicles-of-panel-peteHit like, subscribe, and check out all things Panel Pete below!https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_PodcastChapters00:00 Travel Tales and Family Connections01:33 Comic Con Experiences and Recognition04:33 Creative Collaborations and Script Changes05:20 Artistic Process and Storytelling08:18 Overcoming Challenges and Personal Growth11:37 The Business of Comics and Conventions14:30 Advice for Aspiring Creators01:14:01 The Power of Collaboration01:17:27 Creative Storytelling and Puzzles01:21:27 The Lore of Characters01:25:13 The Excitement of Comic Creation01:30:25 The Journey of Printing Comics01:34:22 The Joy of Comic Collecting01:38:41 Favorite Characters and Inspirations01:42:24 The Indie Comic Scene01:46:19 The Art of Cover Design01:50:16 The Challenges of Comic Creation01:54:11 The Future of Comic Projects01:58:12 Final Thoughts and Farewell#TalkingComics#IndieComics#ComicPodcast#MrFishComics#ComicConLife#IndieCreators#MakingComics#ComicBookCommunity