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Comics have been around for centuries, and they continue to capture the hearts and minds of people all over the world. From Superman to Spiderman, comics have entertained us with their stories, captured our imaginations with their illustrations, and taught us valuable lessons about life. In recent years, African comics have joined the trend while […]

In recent years, more than ever before, comic books have been witnessing a kind of growth that is unprecedented. From the great proliferation of manga, passing through the massive success of blockbuster superhero movies, comics are enjoying the kind of popularity that many other media can only dream of. This surge in popularity has undoubtedly

It is no secret that comic book fans and book lovers alike are passionate about their favorite stories. Whether it’s a classic superhero tale or an original story with unique characters, readers love to immerse themselves in the world of comics. So when it comes to judging which comics are great, should awards be considered?

For some time now, there has been a  debate about whether comics can be considered as literature or not. Given that comics make use of images to tell stories and target an audience which is less inclined to consume voluminous books full of text only, comics have usually been considered as a lower artform. Worse

In many African countries, there are certain occupations that are usually so obscure that many do not consider them as “real” occupations. One of such occupations is that of the “Comic Book Colourist.” Actually, the comic book industry in Cameroon and Africa is not yet as developed as it is in North America, Europe and

It may seem understandable that stories that are told with the use of images are stories meant for people with a lesser mental capacity who cannot cope with other forms of literature like novels or poetry. It is even more so because the word comics comes from the word “Funny” which points at the lighthearted

There has always been a huge debate amongst comic book creators when it comes to the way comic book art should be created. Many swear by traditional methods alone (use of paper, pencil and colours by hand), arguing that it is the only way one can see the authenticity in the craft of talented artists.

Comics, as you may certainly know, are a very popular form of entertainment. From superhero  to non-fiction, comics cover a variety of genres and they do so effectively because they tell stories through images. Most of the time, however, comics focus on genres like superhero, fantasy, science fiction, horror and slice of life. This leaves

Have you ever wondered if digital comics, webcomics and even webtoons are as valuable as comics in print? Well, out of the box, many would argue that the very terms “digital comics” and “webcomics” all have the word “comics” included in them, and so by default, they should all be considered as comics. At the