But the other stuff sounds like I know what I'm doing. As for the process it's pretty much the same as any other cartoonist's. The only difference might be that I keep a visual journal of ideas and drawings that I return to and edit. Currently only the dailies are for sale. Check out the online store for more information.
Editors listen to their local readers.
I encourage you to begin a dialog with your paper about the comic strips you enjoy that they don't carry. Editors want a postal letter. It shows you took some time to write them. Telephone calls work too. If you're having trouble finding who to write, or what to write, email me directly, I'll get the information for you.