If you are the kind of person who is massively into comic books, then you should probably check out this new platform for comics. Currently in beta, startup GlobalComix aims to reinvent how we experience this medium for the web with a special focus on creators and mobile formatting.
The new publishing venture is an online space for content creators and comics fans to "read, discuss and publish comics, manga and graphic novels." With GlobalComix, users will be able to create a page and upload it for free. The platform for comics encourages community engagement and enables members to support creators with monthly donation goals. In the future, the global platform hopes to have a tool to translate comics.
Creator-Focused Comics Communities
GlobalComix is an Online Publishing Platform for Comics
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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