Itsuki Mako. Shoujo Manga Techniques: Writing Stories

Digital Manga Incorporated, 2005. — 155 p.This Writing Stories volume is the first to tackle the creative process of shoujo manga story writing by breaking down its complicated world into a fun, easy-to-follow manga format that readers will enjoy. Text takes young writers step-by-step through the creative process, covering theme, setting, genre, character development, and other important points.
Shows how to master the basics of writing for mangas, and includes tips on themes, story lines, choosing a genre, and involving the reader.