You want to make a manga, but don’t have ideas for a story? You are a writer, don’t don’t know how to […]
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Ending Your Manga Story
All good thing has to come to an end. In this article, I will explain when and why you should put an […]
Finding a Name for Your Manga
Finding a name for a manga can at times seem complicated. But if we look at famous manga, their name generally fall […]
Using the kishōtenketsu Story Structure in Manga
The Japanese kishotenketsu story structure with its fours parts.
Japanese Manga Story Genres
Japanese manga have some really unique story genres. Some being famous like mecha, mahō shōjo or yaoi, and some not so much […]
Choosing a Genre for Your Manga Story
Identifying a genre for your manga story is quite essential. Adventure, fantasy, drama… A genre is somehow a promise as to what […]
Catch the Attention of Your Readers
Having a good story is key for a manga. And if in addition you can catch the attention of your readers, then […]
Write the Script of Your Manga Story
Writing the script of a manga story is the last step before starting the drawing phase. Its purpose is to flesh out […]
Build the Outline of Your Manga Story
Now that you have an idea, the next stage is to build the outline of your manga story. The outline will provide […]
Readers’ Expectations and Manga Categories
Knowing your readers’ expectations and adapting your story to these expectations is key if you want your manga to succeed. People expect more content and more intricate stories as they age. This is the reason why publishers in Japan have identified manga categories that help them in the process.