I’ll be doing a breakout session on graphic novels at the upcoming Western Washington SCBWI’s conference. We are so excited to have a conference back in Seattle once again!!

So You’re Thinking About a Graphic Novel…
Demystifying the Creative Process and Finding the Right Fit for Your Story

In this session, author-illustrator Kristin Varner offers a behind-the-scenes look at the graphic novel format for writers and illustrators who are curious—but unsure—if it’s the right home for their manuscript. Kristin will walk through key questions to consider when deciding whether a story wants to be told as a graphic novel, where to start if the format feels overwhelming, and what the creative process actually looks like from idea to page. The session will also briefly touch on how to pitch a graphic novel idea to an editor or agent, including what materials are typically expected. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of the format, concrete next steps, and greater confidence in exploring graphic novels as a storytelling option.