CHANCE PUBLISHERS · COMIC STUDIO
Turn Your Story Into a Comic Book
Have an idea for a comic book? We help you transform stories into captivating illustrated books, from character design and storytelling to professional illustrations, editing, printing and publishing. Whether you're an author, school, organisation or first-time creator, we make comic book publishing accessible and affordable.
From first idea to finished comic, we bring your story to life through writing, illustration and publishing.
WHAT WE MAKE
From first idea to finished edition
Script, drawing and production support can be combined or commissioned individually. Rates are introductory starting points for basic-complexity work.
Comic scriptwriting
From KSh 2,500Character design / character
From KSh 1,000Storyboarding / page
From KSh 500Black-and-white illustration / page
From KSh 800Full-colour illustration / page
From KSh 1,500Lettering / page
From KSh 200Editing and proofreading
From KSh 1,500Cover design
From KSh 2,000Page layout / page
From KSh 150Printing & binding
Request quotationArtwork complexity, backgrounds, characters, revisions, length and commercial usage affect final prices. Printing rates are confirmed after specifications are reviewed.
FOUR WAYS TO BEGIN
Choose the scale of your story
Each package is a starting scope. We tailor the final agreement to your project and budget.
STARTER
Starter Comic
A short pilot comic for first-time creators.
From KSh 9,500Up to 8 pages · Printing quoted separatelySee what’s included
- Story and dialogue development
- Simple black-and-white or limited-colour art
- Basic lettering and cover treatment
- Digital PDF
- One minor revision round
CHILDREN
Children's Comic
A simple illustrated children's story.
From KSh 17,500Up to 12 pages · Printing quoted separatelySee what’s included
- Basic script preparation
- Simple full-colour illustrations
- Speech bubbles and lettering
- Cover design and proofreading
- Digital PDF
- One minor revision round
Popular choiceSTANDARD
Standard Comic
A complete first comic for an author or organisation.
From KSh 34,500Up to 24 pages · Printing quoted separatelySee what’s included
- Comic script preparation
- Standard-complexity full-colour art
- Lettering and dialogue placement
- Editing and proofreading
- Cover design and print-ready PDF
- Two minor revision rounds
NOVEL
Graphic Novel
A longer illustrated story.
From KSh 69,000Up to 48 pages · Printing quoted separatelySee what’s included
- Script preparation and sequential illustration
- Inking and basic colouring
- Professional lettering
- Editing and proofreading
- Cover and interior design
- Print-ready PDF
- Two minor revision rounds
ISBN and distribution are separate unless expressly quoted. Additional pages and extensive revisions require a separate quotation. Source artwork and exclusive intellectual-property rights must be specified in the final agreement.
PLAN YOUR PROJECT
Build a provisional estimate
Explore options before sending your brief. This is not a final quotation.
THE MAKING OF A COMIC
Eight thoughtful steps
We agree on milestones and revisions before production. A short comic may take several weeks; the schedule depends on scope and artist availability.
- 01
Submit your story
Share your idea, manuscript or concept.
- 02
Story development
We shape the narrative and comic script.
- 03
Character design
We develop a visual world and its characters.
- 04
Storyboarding
We map scenes into a clear sequence of panels.
- 05
Illustration & colour
Artists draw, ink and colour the pages.
- 06
Lettering & editing
Dialogue is placed and the text refined.
- 07
Design & proofing
We prepare and review final files.
- 08
Print & publish
Choose a digital edition or a separately quoted print run.
STORIES FOR MANY READERS
Who we create with
Comics can make literature, learning and training more vivid.
- Children’s story authors
- Primary and secondary schools
- Educational publishers
- Religious and moral education publishers
- NGOs and community organisations
- Businesses producing training comics
- Historical and cultural storytellers
- Independent graphic novel creators
We can work in English and Kiswahili, with other languages subject to available editorial and translation expertise.
SELECTED WORK
Comic portfolio
Completed project examples will appear here as they become available for public display.
GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to publish a comic book in Kenya?
The price depends on page count, illustration complexity, revisions and production format. Approved starting rates are shown here when available; request a formal quotation for your project.
Can I publish a comic without drawing skills?
Yes. Our team can help with script, character design, storyboards and illustration.
Can you turn my manuscript into a comic?
Yes. We review the manuscript, agree on adaptation scope and prepare a quotation.
Do you produce children’s comics?
Yes. We can adapt age-appropriate stories and educational material.
Can my comic be written in Kiswahili?
Yes, subject to available editorial and translation expertise. We also consider other languages.
How long does production take?
A short comic may take several weeks; larger or more detailed projects take longer. We confirm a schedule after reviewing the brief and artist availability.
Can I order only 10 printed copies?
You may request a 10-copy print quote. Availability and cost depend on print specifications and the printer.
Is printing included in the package price?
No. Printing, ISBN support and distribution are quoted separately unless your written quotation expressly includes them.
Who owns the final artwork and characters?
Ownership, licences, source files and exclusive rights depend on the signed publishing and illustration agreements. They do not automatically transfer.
Can I request changes to the illustrations?
Yes. Each package includes minor revision rounds; major changes or extra rounds are quoted separately.
Do you help with ISBN registration?
Yes. We can discuss ISBN assistance as a separate service where appropriate.
Can schools order comics in bulk?
Yes. Share your quantity and delivery needs for a school or bulk quotation.
Every page begins with a story.
Tell us what you want to create, and we’ll help shape the next step.
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