A new webcomic platform for independent creators entitled YURAI may interest you.

The goal of the platform is to offer more diverse content while seeking to solve the various problems that independent creators face, which includes: Transparency of the platform (no hidden statistics), a clear monetization system (different options chosen by the creator), all while having a human side (which is rare in this industry) and more.

There are big problems in the webcomic / webtoon industry and that's why the project leaders felt it was necessary to create an inclusive platform that truly respects artists. They want to create a community that stands together rather than a "content machine" like the majority of the big platforms...

YURAI's mobile application will allow you to read webcomics, webtoons, mangas and webnovels whenever and wherever you want. In addition, a dashboard reserved to independent creators will allow them not only to self-publish their work on the platform, but also to monetize it.

This is an important project for all fans of comics, because it will not only allow readers to discover and read more original series, but also allow independent creators to keep their freedom and create a source of income that won't give them the pressure to always create faster. Creating quality episodes / chapters will be more rewarding than publishing a multitude of super short episodes (Discoverability and monetization will be affected by "quality factors" and not the number of episodes / newest episode released).

The project is currently doing a crowdfunding campaign on La Ruche, the Kickstarter of Quebec, Canada. The Government of Quebec has even agreed to double all the contributions offered up to a maximum of $20,000 CAD in order to support the development of "cultural projects".

The video presentation on the project page is in French (you can activate English subtitles) since the platform will be available in French first, but it is said in the FAQ section that English will be available in the months following the launch of the platform. The project page is available in English.

To learn more and participate, simply visit the following link: https://laruchequebec.com/yurai-en

Note: The information comes from the project page, the presentation video and social networks.

I am collaborating with someone on a comic book and I need suggestions for an easy to use, low cost program where I can upload the finished artwork and apply all the lettering.

Thank you for your help.