Graphic Novel Builder : The Illustrated Guide to Making Your Own Comics

A comic book…about making comic books! The perfect gift for budding artists and aspiring storytellers. Written and illustrated by comic artist Edward Ross with an introduction by Alice Oseman, creator of the best-selling Heartstopper series. “The book you’re about to read is something I would have read and reread obsessively as a young artist” – Alice Oseman Winner of The Shadower's Choice UKLA Book Award 2026 Meet the Graphic Novel Builders, a group of big-dreaming teens who set out to write, design and draw their own comic books. There’s Ash the Publisher, Jay the Writer, Finn the Designer, Rayah the Artist, Sam the Colourist…and Peanut the Pup! Together, you’ll explore all the building blocks of the complete creative process: Discover different types of comics Plot and script your story Create characters and build worlds Level-up your drawing skills Share your graphic novel with the world!