The Invisible Thread - Making Comics, Telling Stories
Written by me, Charles Merritt Houghton. I’m an artist, designer, and storyteller, revealing what I’m learning and teaching each step of the way. If it helps me, it’ll probably help you.
I ask the basic questions, like “What makes readers turn the page?” Seems simple, right? Kinda… but it ain’t easy to get readers to engage, much less commit to your tale.
As a designer turned storyteller, I've spent years untangling this question. Now, I'm sharing everything I'm learning about crafting compelling comics and graphic novels. It’s a never-ending journey; I’m just a couple of steps ahead.
What You'll Get
Practical storytelling frameworks
Character development tools
World-building techniques
Plot structure guides
Who This Is For
Comic Creators Seeking Clarity
Artists ready to tell their stories
Storytellers who think visually
Creators tired of false starts
Why Subscribe
Every week, you'll get actionable insights on:
Hooking readers from page one
Building memorable characters
Creating believable worlds
Crafting satisfying endings
What Makes This Different
I'm not teaching theory. I'm sharing battle-tested tools that I created during my process of making comics. Every framework, template, and technique is put together to help me create real projects or to explain my thinking to other comic creators. The topics come directly from actual discussions with creators.
Paid subscribers get additional resources:
Downloadable templates
Project planning tools
Story development worksheets
Join us. Your story matters.
The Invisible Thread is published by Charles Merritt Houghton, an artist, writer, story designer, and educator focused on helping visual storytellers turn their visions into reality.
