Inside Wasteland: Comic Creation, Kickstarters & Indie Dreams

Join AJ on Talking Comics as he sits down with indie creator Dominic Prince—writer of Wasteland, Heart Eaters, and co-founder of Heroes Get Remembered. We talk writing comics, finding artists, Kickstarter wins and fails, the indie grind, creating with family, convention plans, and what it really takes to bring a story to life.Whether you're a comic fan, creator, or someone dreaming of making your own book, this episode is packed with insider tips, creator stories, and inspiration to build something big.👉 Follow Dominic Prince: https://linktr.ee/Heroesgetremembered🎧 Listen on all platforms & check out our merch and comic links below!🗨 Get your FREE preview of The Chronicles of Panel Pete https://subscribepage.io/talkincomics👉 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_Podcast✨ Special Mentions/Sponsors/Friends of the show:👉Thank you to Amped Comics for partnering with us and offering you 10% off your order using code TCP10 https://ampedcomics.com/discount/TCP10👉🖨 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⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction and Backgrounds05:45 The Journey of Wasteland12:20 Collaborations and Artistic Challenges20:19 The Evolution of Projects and Learning Experiences21:43 The Journey of Self-Publishing24:08 From Podcast to Comic Book25:25 The Importance of Feedback26:44 Finding the Right Collaborators29:03 Navigating Conventions and Networking33:25 The Creative Process and Writing Challenges36:17 Kickstarter Insights and Strategies42:22 Merchandising and Pricing Strategies48:43 Personal Growth Through Creativity50:19 Creative Podcast Segments51:42 Defining Podcast Seasons53:34 Balancing Podcast Production54:47 Family Dynamics and Podcasting56:24 Comic Book Industry Insights58:26 Promoting Wasteland and Future Projects01:01:39 Fun Questions and Personal Favorites01:13:44 NEWCHAPTER01:13:49 TCP INTRO.mp401:14:11 riverside_aqu_ad (video) _ jul 11, 2025 001_aquaudio.mp4#TalkingComics #IndieComics #ComicCreators #WastelandComic #ComicPodcast #KickstarterComics #ComicCommunity #MakeComics #CreatorsSupportingCreators #Comics