Comic Writing Business

2 Comic Writing Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 7th, 2024

Ever dreamt of turning your knack for storytelling into a viable business? Consider a comic writing business. At its core, this endeavor involves creating compelling comic scripts and partnering with artists to bring those stories to life.

Start by honing your writing skills and understanding the nuances of comic scripting—dialogue, pacing, and visual storytelling. Then, network with illustrators and graphic designers who can transform your words into engaging visual narratives.

This business doesn't require a hefty initial investment; your primary tools are your creativity and a reliable computer. Platforms like Kickstarter or Patreon can help fund your projects, while social media can attract and engage your audience.

Starting a comic writing business means consistent effort in writing and collaboration, but the reward is seeing your imaginative worlds captivate readers. If you've got a passion for storytelling and the drive to make it happen, this could be your next creative venture.

In this list, you'll find real-world comic writing business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a comic writing business that makes money.

1. Superworld Comics ($1.08M/year)

Ted Van Liew, a lifelong comic book enthusiast, started Superworld Comics after selling a collection to pay back a loan and realizing the potential of selling comics as a business. With the help of his wife Lisa and the support of other dealers, friends, and family, they built Superworld Comics into a successful vintage comic book and comic art store, expanding their business online and through live shows on Instagram.

How much money it makes: $1.08M/year
How much did it cost to start: $5K
How many people on the team: 4

The Story Of A $90K/Month Vintage Comic Books And Comic Book Art Store

Superworld Comics Inc., a vintage comic book and art store, has been in business for 34 years, and has adapted to the pandemic by increasing web advertising, hosting live Instagram shows, expanding into WordPress, using social media (especially Mailchimp), and continuing to offer exceptional customer service through expert, fast, and inexpensive shipping.

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2. Content-Whale Private Limited ($750K/year)

Vaibhav Kishnani, an engineer turned writer, came up with the idea for Content-Whale after noticing the unprofessional conduct in the Indian content market. With just Rs. 2,500 ($35) in capital, he started the content agency which now generates a revenue turnover of Rs. 4 crores ($514,000) and serves clients like Quikr and The Boston Consulting Group.

How much money it makes: $750K/year
How much did it cost to start: $35
How many people on the team: 30

How We Started A $514K/Year Content Curation Agency With Just $35 [From India]

Content-Whale, a content curation agency, has achieved a Rs. 4 crore ($514k/year) turnover 4-5 years after being started with just Rs. 2500 ($35), and has a pool of more than 500 writers, aiming to become a market leader in the global content market.

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