Comic creator Ryan Crowe joins Talkin' Comics to discuss his upcoming horror series This Land Is Old and Dark, working with Invader Comics, comic book marketing, horror storytelling, conventions, social media strategy, and what every indie creator should know before publishing their first comic.

Ryan also explains how his background in professional marketing helped shape his comic career, why creators should never "post and ghost," and shares actionable advice on growing an audience online.

Topics include:

• This Land Is Old and Dark

• Horror comics

• Invader Comics

• Comic marketing

• Social media strategy

• Comic conventions

• Publishing your first comic

• Kickstarter tips

• Building a comic audience

• Comic collecting

If you're an aspiring comic creator or love discovering independent comics, this episode is packed with valuable advice.

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Guest: Ryan Crowe linktr.ee/doctorcrowe

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Journey into Comics and Personal Inspirations

01:24 Life as a Comic Creator and Marketer

04:22 Engagement Strategies for Comic Creators

07:10 The Path to Publishing and Collaborations

10:07 Marketing Insights for New Creators

13:04 The Importance of Community Engagement

15:58 The Story Behind 'This Land is Old and Dark'

21:02 Exploring the Themes of Civilization and Nature

25:14 The Creative Process Behind the Book

27:32 Finding the Right Artistic Collaboration

28:10 Navigating Challenges in Creative Pursuits

30:08 Gratitude and Acknowledgment in the Creative Community

32:46 Advice for Aspiring Comic Creators

40:30 Imagining Life as a Comic Book

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