For over five years Dirk Manning’s “Write or Wrong” column at Newsarama has provided aspiring writers with candid advice, anecdotes and inspiration about how to successfully meet artists, create comics, and get them published. At long last, Dirk collects key columns from his popular long-running series with each installment personally revisited by Manning in preparation for the book’s release. Write or Wrong: A Writer’s Guide to Creating Comics is an invaluable tool for anyone seeking to create comics, improve their knowledge of the industry and the craft, and/or be simultaneously entertained and informed by this remarkable, forthright and ultimately charming writer as he openly discusses how to overcome the odds and create comics – even if you can’t draw them yourself. Edited by Leah Lederman, cover and production by Jim Reddington.

“Write or Wrong is an all-encompassing account of a comic creator’s journey from amateur mistakes to professional triumph. Dirk’s experiences were an invaluable tool for my own growth as a creator and I guarantee that all budding writers will find something of incredible value within this book.” – Joey Esposito, Senior Editor of IGN.com, writer of Footprints

“No one breaks down the comics-writing process quite like Dirk Manning. Conversational and entertaining, encouraging but realistic, Dirk takes on the ins and outs of the practice, the process, and the life of writing in Write or Wrong. Also, awesome hat.” – Troy Brownfield, Founder of Shotgun Reviews, writer of Sparkshooter and Grimm Fairy Tales: Myths & Legends

“Dirk Manning’s Write or Wrong is packed with crucial advice for comics creators – what to do, what not to do, how to brand yourself – it’s all here! Through this engaging book, Dirk takes you along on his journey from self-publishing webcomics to becoming a pro published by Image Comics and others. If you want to make comics, read this book!” – Rob Anderson, General Manager of Andy Schmidt’s Comics Experience, writer of Rex, Zombie Killer

“If you’re itching to find your way into the insular comic industry, you won’t go wrong listening to what Dirk Manning has to tell you about how to go about it. He’s been down the road you want to travel, and he’s reached the other side triumphantly.” – Andy Hunsaker, Comics Editor, Crave Online

“I found Write or Wrong in just the nick of time. As a new creator and an independent publisher trying to hack it on my own, I hit all the walls and snags as well as committed all the classic blunders and mistakes. But right on the verge of giving up during my first year, I discovered Write or Wrong. Dirk’s thoughts and advice were invaluable, and he helped me look at my own situation with fresh eyes and an open mind. Ever since, his words of wisdom and encouragement – all from a fellow writer who genuinely cares about our industry and craft – gave me the push I needed to stand up a little taller, push a little harder, and stay in the game.” – Enrica Jang, Writer and Editor-in-Chief, Red Stylo Media

“There are plenty of ‘How to Write’ books on the market, but very few that give the scoop on actually creating comics. Dirk’s Write or Wrong presents the process in a way that’s encouraging without deluding the reader about fame and fortune; instead this is about developing your creation until that moment when you breathe life into it.” – Amber Love, Founder, AmberUnmasked.com, writer, podcaster, model and costumer

“Dirk Manning knows what he’s talking about. He was ‘DIY’ before ‘DIY’ was cool and his insights on writing and breaking into a confusing industry will help young writers of all ages navigate the craft and business of making comics.” – Michael May, Comic Journalist, Robot 6 @ Comic Book Resources and writer of Kill All Monsters!

“Anyone wanting to get into making comics needs to read this book." – Dan Royer, Comic Journalist