10 Easy Steps to Publish a Comic Book in 2025

So you’ve got a comic idea bouncing around your head, or maybe you already sketched pages and scribbled dialogue in the margins of a notebook. The good news? Publishing a comic book in 2025 is not the uphill battle it used to be. You don’t have to beg a publisher, sign away your rights, or wait two years to see your work in print.

Due to Kindle Publishing Services and full-service publishing companies like Book Publishings, creators can finally take charge. You can publish on Amazon, reach readers all over the world, and keep the money you earn.

Now, if that sounds overwhelming, relax. It’s actually a pretty straightforward process. Let’s go step by step.

Step 1: Nail Down the Story

Ask yourself: what’s the hook? Who’s the main character? What’s the problem they’re facing?

Think about the first book as the entry point. Even if you’re dreaming of a huge series, this first release needs to stand strong on its own. At Book Publishings, we often sit down with creators who have tons of ideas but no structure. We help them figure out pacing, when to slow down, when to speed up, and how to end in a way that makes readers want the next issue.

Step 2: Build Characters Readers Care About

Let’s be honest—plots are great, but what sticks with people are the characters. Think Spider-Man, Naruto, or even Garfield. People follow them because they feel real, funny, relatable, or just plain cool.

When you’re creating your characters, dig deeper than “hero” and “villain.” What do they want? What’s their flaw? How do they talk?

We help writers at Book Publishings fine-tune dialogue so each character has their own voice. Nothing’s worse than opening a comic and realizing every speech bubble sounds the same.

Step 3: Get the Artwork Ready

Here is where a lot of creators either excel or trip. Comics are sold on the basis of great artwork, and one jittery panel or blurred picture can kill the effect. Assuming that you are drawing manually, you should have a high resolution when scanning. When you are paperless, maintain clean and sensible files.

Step 4: Edit and Proofread

“Wait, comics need proofreading?” Absolutely. Typos in captions, weird grammar in dialogue, or inconsistent fonts break immersion. Readers notice these details, even if they don’t consciously realize it.

Step 5: Format for Print and Kindle

Formatting is the “unseen” step that makes or breaks a comic. Print and Kindle have completely different requirements. Paperbacks need margins, trim sizes, and bleed lines, while Kindle eBooks require optimized file types.

We handle both sides. At Book Publishings, we make sure your comic meets Kindle’s specs while also preparing files for paperback or hardcover editions. That way, you don’t have to choose; you can release both.

Step 6: Publish Through Kindle Publishing Services

Here’s where things get exciting. Once the files are done, we upload everything to Kindle Publishing Services (Amazon KDP). This is where you set your price, choose where to sell, and decide if you want to enroll in Kindle Unlimited.

The best part? Your comic can be live in as little as 24–48 hours. No waiting months for approval. No rejection letters. Your comic is available worldwide through Kindle Publishing Services.

Want to squeeze every dollar out of your comic? Contact Book Publishings today!

Step 7: Pick Your Royalty Plan

KDP gives you options. For eBooks, you can earn 35% or 70% royalties depending on your price point. Paperbacks work differently, since printing costs are factored in, but you still get a healthy share. And if you join Kindle Unlimited, you also earn based on how many pages readers go through.

We usually help creators figure out the smartest approach. Some launch with a lower price to build an audience, then adjust once momentum kicks in. Others use free promos to get reviews. It all depends on your goals.

Step 8: Create a Cover That Pops

You’ve probably heard the phrase: Don’t judge a book by its cover. Guess what? Readers still do, especially with comics.

Your cover is the first impression. On Amazon, it’s a tiny thumbnail competing against thousands of others. It has to grab attention instantly.

We design custom covers that not only look great but also fit your genre. A horror comic needs a different vibe than a comedy or fantasy series. With the right cover, you’ll stop the scroll and earn the click for your brand names.

Step 9: Plan the Marketing

Publishing is step one. Selling is step two.

Comics don’t market themselves; you need a plan. That could mean running Amazon ads, building a social media following, or even sending copies to reviewers. Some creators start with a small budget for targeted Facebook or Instagram ads. Others grow organically with consistent posting and fan engagement.

At Book Publishings, we help authors with marketing strategies that match their budget and audience. We’ve seen first-time creators hit surprising numbers with the right push.

Step 10: Keep It Going

Here’s the best part of using Kindle: once your comic is up, it stays up. There’s no “out of print.” Your book earns money as long as people are buying or reading it.

If you’re building a series, each new release boosts sales of the older ones. It’s a snowball effect. That’s why we tell creators not to stop at one book, like momentum builds when readers know there’s more coming.

Why Work With Book Publishings?

There are plenty of companies out there, but here’s what sets us apart:

You get personal support with real people guiding you, not automated replies.
Our services are affordable and fast. You can see your comic in days, not months.
You keep 100% of your royalties. We don’t take a cut of your sales.

At the end of the day, we’re not just a service. We’re your partner in getting your comic out into the world.

Final Thoughts

Coming up with a comic book in 2025 is not a dream too distant. It is fully achievable with the correct equipment and with the correct personnel. Kindle Publishing Services puts you in a global position. Book Publishings provides you with the guidelines, formatting, editing, and design that make it professional.

Then, there are the ten steps: build your story, shape your characters, get set with your art, edit, format, publish, set the royalties, build your cover, market it, and move on to the next book. That is the roadmap.

There is just you to decide. Will you keep your comic compartmentalized in your sketchbook, or are you primed to share the reading experience with everyone in the world?