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COMIC BOOK WRITING COURSE

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  • 20 JAN - 8 MAR (7 WEEKS)
  • MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS
  • 5:30 PM PT / 8:30 PM ET
Rebecca Kouwe
Hayley Smith
Carlos Andres
Courtney Fulton
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200+ STUDENTS
LIVE ONLINE COURSE ON COMIC BOOK WRITING
DATES:
20 JAN 2027 - 8 MAR 2027
DURATION:
7 WEEKS
MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS
5:30 PM PT / 8:30 PM ET

Write the comics you want to read. Learn how to build characters, break panels, and pitch with confidence — all in one course.

Adam Beechen, who wrote Batman Beyond, Justice League Unlimited, Robin, and Teen Titans, will help you turn your comic idea into a full-fledged pitch with scripts and characters that speak industry.

THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU, IF...

  • YOU ARE A BEGINNER COMIC BOOK WRITER

     

    You’ve got ideas. Maybe even a character or two scribbled in a notebook. What you need now is a roadmap — and a shot. This course gives you both. Learn to script, pitch, and build the kind of portfolio that gets publishers to stop scrolling. Whether you’re aiming to create your own indie title or write for the big leagues, you'll walk away with real insight, practical tools, and a network that can open doors.

  • YOU ARE A CREATIVE WITH A PASSION FOR COMICS

     

    Whether you’re an illustrator with a vision, a screenwriter with sharp dialogue, a storyboard artist chasing narrative depth, or a comic strip writer ready to go long-form — this course shows you how to create your own comic, pitch it, and build a body of work that speaks your language. Sharpen your craft, shape your brand, and finally bring that passion project to life — one panel at a time.

  • YOU A HOBBYIST ASPIRING TO WRITE YOUR OWN COMICS

     

    Got a comic in your head and no clue where to start? This comic book writing course takes that passion-fueled idea and turns it into a script that’s actually publishable. You’ll learn all the key storytelling basics and industry tips to finally write the comic you’ve always wanted to see on the shelf — with guidance from someone who's done it for DC, Nickelodeon, and beyond.

Our students work in 1600+ companies worldwide

  • Google logo
  • Apple logo
  • Ubisoft logo
  • Microsoft logo
  • Blizzard logo
  • Uber logo
  • Epic Games logo
  • Amazon logo
  • Spotify logo
  • Meta logo
  • PlayStation Studios logo
  • Nike logo
 
ABOUT THE COURSE / WHAT YOU'LL DO
01
STORYTELLING ESSENTIALS

Plot, character, structure, tone. The basics — but better. In this course, you'll break them open, sharpen them up, and use them to build stories that work on the page and make sense for the artist drawing them. It’s the foundations that every great comic stands on.

02
CAREER SKILLS

From handling feedback to building the kind of network that gets you published, this course covers the real-world skills creators actually need. You'll learn to post, promote, and collaborate — making comics is half storytelling, half smart hustling.

03
FINAL PROJECT

Across five targeted assignments, you’ll shape your own original comic from logline to polished 20-page script — a story arc, characters, and world that’s fully yours. It’s your first submission-ready issue, portfolio gold, and the start of something real.

INSTRUCTOR

ADAM BEECHEN

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  • Revived the Batman Beyond franchise with the NYT-bestselling Hush Beyond graphic novel for DC Comics.
  • Wrote for fan-favorite titles including Justice League Unlimited, Robin, Teen Titans, and Zatanna.
  • Created acclaimed original graphic novels Hench and Dugout.
  • Earned an Emmy nomination for writing across iconic animated series, from Rugrats to Teen Titans to Transformers: Robots in Disguise.
  • Worked with major studios including DC, Warner Bros., Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, and Disney Television.
  • Scripted beloved DC characters across over 15 titles, including Batgirl, Wonder Woman, The Brave and the Bold, and Robin’s 80th Anniversary issue.
Instructor Adam Beechen
syllabus
00
TUE (1/19), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Welcome Class

Meet your guide for the journey ahead! Walk through the course roadmap, get a breakdown of upcoming assignments, and get to know each other’s creative interests.

  • Introduce instructor
  • Course overview, outcomes, & assignments
  • Share your interests
 
 
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01
WED (1/20), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Introduction to Comic Book Writing

What makes writing comics different from novels and screenplays? Delve into this hybrid art form and examine how writers shape stories for both readers and artists.

  • Case study: “Marvel method” vs “full script,” and why the latter is much more the norm today
  • Comic writing vs other mediums
  • Writer’s POV: What’s on the page?
  • Comic book creation team
 
 
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02
MON (1/25), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Ideation and Inspiration

Where do great ideas come from? Dig into how to generate original ideas, shape standout characters, and translate concepts into tight, punchy loglines.

  • Where to find ideas
  • Ideating the basics
  • Dealing with writer’s block
  • Logline: The “elevator pitch”

Assignment #1: Pitch a two-sentence logline about a potential story you want to write.

 
 
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WED (1/27), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Genre, Format, and Tone

What kind of story are you telling? This class explores comic genres, tonal vibes, and formats from graphic novels to webtoons, plus how to build rich worlds that resonate with readers.

  • Genre in comic books
  • Comic books vs graphic novels vs webtoons
  • Impact of tone on comics
  • Workshop: In groups, consider a genre and come up with the elements that characterize each one.

Assignment #2: Create an outline for your 20-page story.

 
 
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MON (2/1), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Story Structure

Discover how to craft arcs that build tension, beats that stick, and endings that land with impact. Plus, dissect classic templates like the Hero’s Journey.

  • Act structure, arcs, & act breaks
  • Beginning, middle, end
  • Cliffhangers & effective endings
  • The hero’s journey
  • Case study: Silver Age Marvel structure: Verse (action), chorus (character), verse (action).
  • Outlining, recapping & keeping track of characters
 
 
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WED (2/3), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Character Creation

Characters are the heart of every great story. In this class, you’ll get into the minds of protagonists, antagonists, and supporting characters—digging into their wants, flaws, fears, and relationships.

  • Research: Representing real people
  • Supporting casts
  • Building realistic characters
  • Case study: Analyzing an effective comic cast/hero

Assignment #3: Write the first half of your script.

 
 
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MON (2/8), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Workshop: Create a Character

Time to bring your character to life! Present your character briefs for feedback, practice professional critique, and sharpen your instincts for creating emotional, dynamic leads.

  • Giving and taking notes
 
 
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WED (2/10), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Starting the Script: Writing for Artists

Writing for artists means thinking visually. Learn how to pace your pages, give clear directions, and collaborate with artists to bring the story to life without crowding the canvas.

  • Collaborating
  • The writer-artist relationship
  • Show, don’t tell
  • Case study: Page construction – How many panels should be on a page?
  • Script text example
 
 
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WED (2/17), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Dialogue

Explore how to write dialogue that reveals character, fuels conflict, and dances with the visuals. Plus, a guest comic writer will share real-world tips.

  • Writing believable dialogue
  • Expressing character personality
  • Expressing emotion
  • Balancing long dialogue scenes
  • Narration & narrators
 
 
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MON (2/22), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Workshop: Write a Scene with Dialogue

In this workshop, you’ll craft scene dialogue based on prompts, analyze character voice through dialogue alone, and refine your work using peer critique and discussion.

Assignment #4: Write the second half of your script.

 
 
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WED (2/24), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Pitching

Ready to sell your story? Learn what goes into a pro-level comic pitch—then hear firsthand how the pros do it.

  • Pitching a story idea
  • Due diligence: IP considerations
  • Guest speaker: Pitching a story/series
 
 
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MON (3/1), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Marketing Yourself

Learn how to grow your audience, present yourself professionally, and foster a community that supports your work.

  • Presentation skills
  • Social media & the internet
  • Creating a community
 
 
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WED (3/3), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Editing

Now to polish it off. Learn to edit your comic script for clarity, pacing, and continuity, and understand how to incorporate feedback and collaborate with editors effectively.

  • Text as a visual
  • Facing harsh choices
  • From first draft to last
  • Pacing
  • Continuity
  • Third-party editors
 
 
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MON (3/8), 5:30 PM PT/8:30 PM ET 
Career Guide

Where to from here? Dive into current industry trends, build a strong portfolio, navigate the publishing process, and explore potential career paths within the comic book industry.

  • Building your portfolio
  • Submitting material
  • Finding an artist
  • Following up
  • Maintaining contact with editors
  • Networking

Assignment #5: Revise your script per the instructor’s notes.

 
 
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What our students say

"Adam is a fantastic teacher, and I'm learning more than I had expected so far. However, I would be remiss if I did not mention the networking. I've made so many friends that we have sworn to always help each other out and stick together as a group. This wouldn't have happened without Adam mentoring us and promoting forming relationships."
"I just finished the Comic Book Writing course with Adam Beechen, which was thoroughly enjoyable and helpful. The classes were well-planned and engaging, the guest speakers from the comics world were fantastic. For a beginner like me, as well as for those with some comics experience, this class was very useful. Adam is also very open and available to help with the assignments and answer questions. By the end of the course, I had written a complete 20 page comics script which is amazing to me, since I had never done this before. I highly recommend this class."
"Greeted with such humility and grace..if you are serious about writing comics, Comic Book Writing with Adam Beechen is the way to go. Talking about a team, not only was he funny and engaging but he took the time to be delicate with us, with our fears, doubts and misunderstandings. I started the class having the fear of stepping out of my comfort zone, reaching out to other creators, and airplanes, to now flying to California for an event in October, to meet a writer who've I've become oh so inspired by. There is no more fear that I have, instead I challenge it. That's what this class does. They speak with grace, and prepare you for what you will experience with full transparency, positioning you to grow with fullness. They don't run from fear but challenge it head on. The students were great and even when some weren't, which most of the class was unaware of, they addressed it with diligence and set the tone for the class. Most didn't know because we were all busy forming good relationships something they encouraged us to do...but if you want to become a writer and to grow in character just as a person...it's here...even from the staff on the phone to the progress manager, I might have got that wrong but everyone was wonderful. A line that will forever stick with me from Adam Beechen is "you gotta have perseverance...how bad do you really want it. And I ask you the same."
"The course has been very helpful in learning different ways of formatting. Great resources and help from the staff in regard to questions and clarification."
"The instructors and ELVTR staff made this class and the other students in it into a COMMUNITY (vs a cut-throat type situation) and encouraged us to work together was incredible. We've forged professional relationships and friendships out of this and that alone is also incredible for the instructors and ELVTR to foster!"
"I had read quite a few books before joining this course, so I expected it to be more of a refresher. However, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I've learned from the examples Adam shared with us. The Q&A sessions at the end of each class are fantastic, and the guest speakers have been incredibly inspiring."
Android Developer, Hy-Vee
"Do it! It will launch your writing career to the place you want it to be! The coursework, training and advice are worth every penny!"
"If you're a fan of comics, art and creating art with people that have similar interests this class is for you."
Sales Clerk with Fine Wine and Good Spirits
"I had a wonderful time learning all about the craft of making comic books."
"I'd say it's worth it 100%. If you're looking to get insight into the industry, it's so worth it."
Auto Detailer at Enterprise Rent-A-Car
"I would tell them they should take the class. And to come ready with story ideas and questions."
Managing Director, Racketship Creative
"Adam Beechen’s comic book writing class was fantastic. He made the process easy to understand, gave thoughtful and practical feedback, and created a welcoming environment for learning. I really enjoyed the class and came away feeling more confident in my writing. Highly recommended!"
"Thank you all for putting this together and bringing what has been an unreachable goal for many of us into the realm of the attainable. I feel much more capable of telling my stories now. Guest speakers offered practical advice based on experience, as did the instructors. Feedback has been helpful as well."
Dominic A. Ocasio
Amazon FC Associate
"Already have recommended it to a few friends who were hesitant initially providing very useful techniques that target issues we have previously struggled with in the past."
Gavin Warner
"This class gives you the opportunity to talk to your favorite comic writer and storytellers! Highly recommend this if anyone wants to do anything like I am. I'm following my dream and would love to see others to do the same."
Jorge Eduardo de Paz
"I would tell them that they definitely should take it, because it is an amazing course and incredibly helpful and inspiring on one's path to making comics."
Daphne Smith
"It is thorough but straightforward, very educational and worth the time and cost."
Richard Rocha
"I am writing a review for Elvtr’s COMIC BOOK WRITING COURSE. I took the course on a whim. I do not regret it. Adam Beechen taught it. The TA for the class was Scott Gray. Both individuals are seasoned writing professionals. Adam and Scott combined plethora of industry experience served to make the class exciting and enjoyable. The teacher Adam Beechen embodied a balanced set of helpfulness and professionalism during his lectures. Adam cared a lot about helping us learn core comic book-making concepts and career fundamentals in the industry. Scott provided keen insight, complementing Adam’s lessons during office hours. The Elvtr support team was helpful in the journey as well. They provided consistent support in class enrollment and during classes. I enjoyed the class a lot and am wondering which course I'll take next with Elvtr."
Dimitri Smith
Office Assistant at Kids Are Us Academy and aspiring solo comic creator
"Just completed my course this past week and Adam and crew are pretty darn knowledgeable. If you want to learn the core of how to script comics, he's a good source to go to."
Jessa Strawder
"Amazing class! Great materials and great people. Adam was a fantastic instructor and valuable resource."
Jonathan Oyuela
"Highly enjoyed the process of learning the medium from those who have done it already. Great lectures, fun interactive assignments, & helpful management team."
Kaleb Scottie Salazar
Security Guard at Gardaworld
"Very easy to follow, the instructors are very helpful and the program manager is also helpful in case you're not good with computers. Also instructors make it easy to keep in touch so that you're assignments go smoother. Lots of information to learn from."
Stephen Chiu
"I liked the Instructor's sense of humour and positive attitude. His choice of examples, as well as providing his own experiences I found particularly useful and memorable. Ultimately, it was the personal touch that I felt made this course really stand out."
Martin W. Schwartz
"I have already recommended it several times. I tell them it's strongly rooted in real world performance."
Ariana Podesta
Elementary Social Studies Teacher at the St. Sava School
"It was great and well structured and Adam and Scott are awesome."
Thomas S. Elizondo
USPS
"Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! I do not regret taking classes through ELVTR!"
Andres Hernandez
Retail at a petting zoo
"I would recommend it if they were pursuing a career in anything writing related or had an interest."
Stephen Miguel Saldivar
"I would tell them they will learn the skills they need to help them become a professional in the industry."
Gavin Warner
"This class gives you the opportunity to talk to your favorite comic writer and storytellers! Highly recommend this if anyone wants to do anything like I am. I'm following my dream and would love to see others to do the same."
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