2024-2025 Catalog

ENG 2028 Writing for the Graphic Novel

Introduces story analysis and writing concepts used in writing for the graphic novel. Students explore the graphic novel as a vehicle for a unique, personal venue for written expression. Students explore the history and universal themes of the graphic novel as well as examine the principles of composition, different writing styles and processes used in the development of the graphic novel. The application of writing skills, script development and revision processes necessary for the creation of an individual graphic work and thorough examination of course materials in terms of writing style, process considerations and written themes are the primary focus. Students create outlines, scripts and a final written work for a graphic novel, focusing on unity of style and techniques for authoring appropriate to story lines.

Credits

3

Old Course

ENG 228