[Founder Notes] Stan Lee
The toughest part is knowing when to write "The End" and where to end it.
Most people retire to do what they've always wanted. I'm already doing it.
Put a unique flavor on what you're doing so copycats are obvious. Wrote as quickly as possible. Write as hard and as fast as possible to finish. Be your own #1 fan.
Do things that don't scale but build relationships — community, conferences.
Study the Greats
- Start with a provocative beginning.
- Use smooth continuity from panel to panel.
- Concentrate on realistic dialogue which leads to good characterization.
- Maintain suspense throughout.
- Provide a satisfying ending.
On procrastination: Procrastination sometimes comes from impatience with how long something will take. Use that energy to try to complete the thing as fast as possible. Be a buffalo, not a cow.
— Jay