Inside Indie Comics: Creating, Collaborating & Surviving Cons

🗨 Get your FREE preview of The Chronicles of Panel Pete https://talkincomicspodcast.substack.com/ Welcome back to Talkin' Comics! This week, AJ sits down with Mr. Fish Comics, an indie comics creator known for his incredible work ethic, creative storytelling, and honest insights into the world of comics. We dive deep into: The indie comic creation process Script changes, collaboration, and lettering Comic convention wins, losses, and lessons Pricing comics, selling at cons, and creator burnout Building a sustainable life in comics Whether you’re a creator, collector, or comic fan, this episode is packed with real-world advice and unforgettable stories. 🎙️ Subscribe for weekly comic talk, interviews, trivia, and more! 👉 Watch the Panel Pete trailer now https://youtu.be/z1zDZuO_8hk Sponsors: • AMPED Comics – Use code TCP10 for 10% off https://ampedcomics.com/discount/TCP10 • Allegra Printing – Printing The Chronicles of Panel Pete 👉🖨 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 👉 Hit the Kickstarter “Remind Me” button to follow the project launch (coming early 2026). https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/641500179/the-chronicles-of-panel-pete Hit like, subscribe, and check out all things Panel Pete below! https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_Podcast Chapters 00:00 Travel Tales and Family Connections 01:33 Comic Con Experiences and Recognition 04:33 Creative Collaborations and Script Changes 05:20 Artistic Process and Storytelling 08:18 Overcoming Challenges and Personal Growth 11:37 The Business of Comics and Conventions 14:30 Advice for Aspiring Creators 01:14:01 The Power of Collaboration 01:17:27 Creative Storytelling and Puzzles 01:21:27 The Lore of Characters 01:25:13 The Excitement of Comic Creation 01:30:25 The Journey of Printing Comics 01:34:22 The Joy of Comic Collecting 01:38:41 Favorite Characters and Inspirations 01:42:24 The Indie Comic Scene 01:46:19 The Art of Cover Design 01:50:16 The Challenges of Comic Creation 01:54:11 The Future of Comic Projects 01:58:12 Final Thoughts and Farewell #TalkingComics #IndieComics #ComicPodcast #MrFishComics #ComicConLife #IndieCreators #MakingComics #ComicBookCommunity