tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7321339472666778123.post3026599261770142588..comments2024-02-03T13:09:38.313+00:00Comments on Mirabilis - Year of Wonders: The future of comicsLeo Hartashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14417174942647091006noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7321339472666778123.post-54369859257528362582009-12-22T17:31:44.922+00:002009-12-22T17:31:44.922+00:00Very good point, Jinty. I hadn't thought of it...Very good point, Jinty. I hadn't thought of it, but I guess the best way to get the most out of comics on smart phones (and interactive devices generally) is to offer readers the option. So you could either cycle through the word balloons or get them all at once. The main thing, though, is to move on from the current apps that mostly reduce the screen to just a cut-out window through which you're peering at a comic page.Dave Morrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14468228790874490693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7321339472666778123.post-11014252128861800162009-12-22T12:18:59.319+00:002009-12-22T12:18:59.319+00:00I am quite into the idea of reading on screen thou...I am quite into the idea of reading on screen though I haven't read many comics on screen as yet. So in general I'm a technophile rather than a luddite; but I really really don't like the idea you propose (I appreciate it's a just suggestion) of getting "successive word balloons or sound effects" as you press a button. I read quickly and would find this very frustrating - it would definitely slow me down. Alex de Campi's recent comic <a href="http://www.valentinethecomic.com/" rel="nofollow">Valentine</a> had a similar technique and I didn't get on with it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7321339472666778123.post-6350172481228661402009-12-19T22:06:08.243+00:002009-12-19T22:06:08.243+00:00Oops, typing problem! Anyway...
I like the idea o...Oops, typing problem! Anyway...<br /><br />I like the idea of having the digital installments and the print copy of my favorites on my shelf at the end - I still love the experience of holding and reading books/comics and will not give that up.<br /><br />That being said, in recent years I have developed a new warmth for small devices that contain escape worlds for me. I love the intimacy of my Nintendo DS, especially when holds a game with lovely art and a good story - it feels like I have a secret doorway to another world, one I can access anywhere.<br /><br />So far my iPhone doesn't feel that way for me, it is more a tool I use for communication or to get things done. But I can definitely see the potential of its lovely glowing screen (I too have been relishing the juicy digital Mirabilis images). With the right story and presentation (I love the pageless comic idea!) I can see it becoming another secret world in my pocket.Sandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00599376696122828129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7321339472666778123.post-52541168309660079862009-12-19T22:03:29.674+00:002009-12-19T22:03:29.674+00:00This comment has been removed by the author.Sandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00599376696122828129noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7321339472666778123.post-77363546725843242282009-12-19T12:04:51.287+00:002009-12-19T12:04:51.287+00:00I'm caught between Norman's take on this; ...I'm caught between Norman's take on this; i.e. the beauty, convenience and portability of the printed page and the electronic future.<br /><br />But actually the convenience and portability considerations are now disappearing from the equation and while it is still our intention to see Cloud 109 appear in print the prospect of the e-comic as another way forward seems even less off putting than it did a year ago.<br /><br />I've loved Mirabilis since I first encountered it in the pages of The DFC but I'm very partial to it's electronic incarnation as the colours, atmosphere and sharpness are heightened when viewed on screen.<br /><br />At the moment I enjoy both versions equally but future developments might propel me more towards the electronic future.Peter Richardsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15566601617123798061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7321339472666778123.post-54916788562893379962009-12-18T14:02:48.366+00:002009-12-18T14:02:48.366+00:00I kind of agree with you, Norman; I don't like...I kind of agree with you, Norman; I don't like reading on screen either! So I'm really hoping that we can have handheld/online versions for the story in installments, PLUS a really nice printed book version collecting the whole thing together. Unfortunately I have to tell you that there isn't going to be a print version for at least a year - which is annoying, but there's nothing we can do about it, I'm afraid. Having finished the whole of book 1, Leo and I can't stand leaving it in a drawer so I'm embracing the electronic version(s) as the next best thing. We hope to have some firm news about that by the end of January.Dave Morrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14468228790874490693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7321339472666778123.post-14696029305293893682009-12-18T13:27:02.818+00:002009-12-18T13:27:02.818+00:00It's funny Dave. I saw your work mentioned on ...It's funny Dave. I saw your work mentioned on a blog (electronic naturally!) and came to the site. I read the first installment and thought, I really like this. I love supporting non-superhero comics that tell a great story (Him & hers smuggling vacation). I therefore am pleased to buy a hard copy. WHY? because I use a PC all day long and want to get away from it for my health! I'll keep an eye on your blog for the announcement of the book version. If after 6 months nothing appears I MIGHT read the rest online!<br /><br />Thanks for a great site and idea and your thoughts on PC Comics<br />NormanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com