1 / 7Making Nonfiction Comics: A Guide for Graphic Narrative
Making Nonfiction Comics: A Guide for Graphic Narrative is a practical guide to creating graphic journalism and other nonfiction comics. Shay Mirk and Eleri Harris combine comics, prose, infographics, illustrations, and creator interviews with guidance on the ethics of bringing journalism into comics.
At a glance
- Covers writing, drawing, and publishing nonfiction comics and graphic journalism.
- Uses a mix of comics, prose, infographics, illustrations, and interviews with nonfiction comics creators.
- Discusses standards and ethics involved in combining journalism with comics.
Reference price: $29.99
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Its scope spans both creative practice and publication, making it relevant to writers and artists exploring nonfiction comics.
- The mix of visual examples, prose, and interviews offers more than a text-only discussion of the form.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Harry N. Abrams |
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| Publication date | November 11, 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 272 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1419769278 |
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| ISBN-13 | 978-1419769276 |
| Weight listed | 1.87 pounds |
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| Dimensions | 7.01 x 8.98 x 9.02 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Aspiring comics artists and writers interested in nonfiction or graphic journalism.
- Graphic novel readers looking to understand how nonfiction visual stories are made.
- Readers seeking guidance on ethical considerations in visual journalism.
Less suited to
- Readers looking only for a collection of finished nonfiction comics rather than a how-to guide.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Making Nonfiction Comics cover?
The listing describes guidance on writing, drawing, and publishing nonfiction comics, with attention to graphic journalism and the ethics of combining journalism with comics.
Who created the guide?
The listing names Shay Mirk and Eleri Harris as the authors and describes them as graphic journalists and editors.
What kinds of material are included?
The book is described as combining comics, prose, infographics, illustrations, and interviews with nonfiction comics creators.
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