Sam Beck

Welcome back, comic crusaders, to another electrifying episode of Play Comics! This week we’re diving headfirst into the pixelated pages of the web comic Verse, which has made the leap from the digital realm to the tangible world thanks to the fine folks at Vault Comics.

Joining us on this epic quest is none other than the mastermind behind Verse, the illustrious Sam Beck! Prepare yourselves for a whirlwind adventure as we explore the magical universe of Verse, where every panel is a portal to a new dimension and every character has a story that will tug at your heartstrings (or at least make you chuckle).

In this episode we’ll uncover the secrets behind Sam’s creative process, the challenges of transforming a web comic into a physical book, and the delightful surprises that await fans in the printed edition. Whether you’re a long-time follower of Verse or a curious newcomer, this episode promises to be a rollercoaster of wit, wisdom, and whimsical wonder.

So, grab your favorite comic, settle into your comfiest chair, and get ready to embark on a journey from pixels to paper with the one and only Sam Beck. Trust us, you won’t want to miss a single frame of this fantastic tale!

Learn such things as:

Do you even need experience before you jump right into doing the thing?

How much writer vs artist fighting is there when those are the same person?

What would

And so much more!

You can find Sam on Twitter @sambeckdraws, Instagram @sambeckdraws, and probably all the other social media things as well. And of course, you can find Verse on the Verse comic website.

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Intro/Outro Music by Best Day, who can’t carry a tune in a wheelbarrow.

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