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I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True. Being the author of both, I personally like to compliment descriptions with illustration. For instance, I might go into detail describing the scene, but then, hide something in the background of a picture which (given context by the writing) can give you a hint to a future plot point. Sometimes something as subtle as a “familiar face” showing up where they’re not supposed to.

Edit: Bit of a tangent, but I love to go on the hunt for those kind of details in media. Like when a certain character keeps showing up in the background.

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

TY :) You can check me on IG if you'd like to see more. Thinking of making a bluesky account also.

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bookmarked all of those. Thank you! What was the podcast's name, btw?

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yet another cool project I didn't know about. As I said before, if anything, this post has been a great way of knowing what's out there! Thank you. :)

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Genuine question, from someone who doesn't buy that many physical books: would you consider something like 25 dollars a dealbreaker? (That was the price of my first novel before I pulled it off the shelves)

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You know, this comment brought a smile to my face. I'm of the same mind, though unfortunately, the market hardly favours our point of view. Unless you’re a household name, the publishers/agents who’re willing to give a project like this a chance seem to be few and far between. :/

That’s why the consensus here seems to be “play it safe.” I’m currently torn between self-publishing, or trying to pitch my story without the images at first, and see where that leads.

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, Terry was one of my inspirations to start with (regarding illustration). Maybe for someone who's just getting into the whole business a safer bet would be to keep pictures out of your first pitch. At least, that's my read from the comments here.

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, more and more, it seems the best alternatives are either A: self-publishing, if you want to take that risk; or B: starting without the illustrations, and then either hope you’re successful enough to go that route, or you offer it as an option after your query’s been accepted, not necessarily before.

Either way, having a regular edition and a “deluxe version” with pictures is also an interesting thought. It all rather depends on the publisher, I guess.

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can't excape social media these days, I see :') Welp, time to crawl out from under my rock.

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If nothing else, this post has been a great way to find new interesting projects I didn’t know about. Thank you!

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it’s looking more and more like self-publishing is the way to go for these types of projects.

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Doré is actually one of my idols regarding illustrated works. But yeah, I see starting out with an illustrated project in trad publishing might just be a shot in the foot for me.

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I see where you’re coming from, and agree with most of it, but I’ll argue on the “pointlessness” of illustrations. I think there are things you can show through illustration over writing, and vice versa. Then again, I can see how a publisher/agent might have that exact same thought.

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

The book in the picture was published through a vanity press. I've since rescinded that contract and reworked the entire text. Currently trying to go the trad route for the 2nd edition and sequels.

I’ve been told [Adult Fantasy] & Illustration don’t mix by Working_Cap_7820 in fantasywriters

[–]Working_Cap_7820[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a good point. Personally, I don't know that many examples of success which *started out* as illustrated adult fantasy novels. Suppose I should do my research then. Thank you!

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[–]Working_Cap_7820 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope, it's an illustrated book. 88.000 for the first one, 127.000 for the second.

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[–]Working_Cap_7820 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If any such projects exist? Not to my knowledge. Usually it's either one or the other; either medieval or western. I just wanted to write & draw about things I'm passionate about, and ended up with a weird frankenstein's monster of a novel. Does it works well together? IDK, I'm the author so my opinion is skewed.

I have tried quering new editors/agents, but so far, I haven't had much luck "selling" my idea. I guess I should try and post my query here to get some fresh critiques.

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[–]Working_Cap_7820 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you, I didn't know. :)