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EPISODE · Jan 20, 2026 · 1H 42M

Michael J. Williams — Writing Balance, Editing Power & Building Indie Comics That Last

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🎙️ USDN Podcast Interview: Michael J. Williams Writing Balance, Editing Power & Building Indie Comics That LastOn this episode of The USDN Podcast — Where Indie Comics Come to Life, we’re joined by Michael J. Williams, comic writer, editor, screenwriter, and Editor-in-Chief at Inked Studios.Michael has worked with Advent Comics, Grok Comics, Champion Comics, Alter Ego Arts, Super Serious Comics, Mazzi Productions, and has assisted on 40+ crowdfunding campaigns, contributing to projects connected to Wesley Snipes, Austin St. John, and Justin Gray.We dive deep into:Balancing writing, editing, and marketing as an indie creatorWhat makes a Kickstarter campaign succeedBuilding creator-owned worlds like Wild Oni and Iron JaguarEmbedding philosophy, mythology, and accountability into comicsThe current state — and future — of indie comicsMichael also shares insights from hosting the Comics’N’Poptarts podcast, mentoring through the Mississippi Gulf Coast Writers Guild, and advice for creators striving for sustainability in a demanding industry.🚀 Support Michael J. Williams🔗 Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sweetpeacomic/the-diary-of-sweet-pea-1-3📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mixchael_f4thght/📘 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mjfloriocomics4life🎧 Subscribe to The USDN Podcast New interviews spotlighting indie comic creators, crowdfunding projects, and creator-owned storytelling.🎙️ The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comics Come to Life

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