It's no secret that female characters in the comic book/graphic novel industry aren't always portrayed in the best light, although things are definitely better these days than they have been in the past. In the genesis days of comic book powerhouses Marvel and DC, female characters were treated as nothing more than window-dressing or damsels … Continue reading The Amazing Camel Toe offers a nostalgic look at modern superhero feminism
Groundbreaking queer comic Strangers in Paradise returning for 30th anniversary
Following a new worldwide distribution agreement with Diamond Book Distributors, Terry Moore's Abstract Studio is bringing back one of the most iconic queer comic books in history: Strangers in Paradise. Originally debuting in 1993 –at the height of superhero comics delirium– Moore opted to go with a more nuanced approach, by focusing on more an … Continue reading Groundbreaking queer comic Strangers in Paradise returning for 30th anniversary
Celebrated comic vet Carlos Pacheco passes away
It's been a rough week for superhero fandom, with both veteran artist Carlos Pacheco and voice actor Kevin Conroy passing away in the same week. Both men lost their respective battles with disease, Pacheco of ALS at the age of 60, and Conroy of cancer at 66. While many celebrities have come forward on social … Continue reading Celebrated comic vet Carlos Pacheco passes away
Toy mogul Todd McFarlane mocks female action figure fans
Sexism in the comic book/superhero industry has been around pretty much since it's inception, but every now and then someone goes out of their way to kindly remind us that it isn't getting any better anytime soon. Last week, Todd McFarlane, comic book creator turned action figure entrepreneur, proceeded to open his mouth and insert … Continue reading Toy mogul Todd McFarlane mocks female action figure fans
Gail Simone to pen new Jessica Jones multiverse miniseries at Marvel
One of the most prolific female comic book writers is sending one of Marvel's most underrated heroines on one trippy adventure. Gail Simone has signed on as the writer of The Variants, a new five-part multiverse miniseries that centers around former superhero turned private eye Jessica Jones. After taking what appears to be a routine … Continue reading Gail Simone to pen new Jessica Jones multiverse miniseries at Marvel
Marvel to release collector’s book of Jim Lee’s iconic X-Men trading cards
If you were a comic book fan in the early '90s, chances are you owned a lot of trading cards. However, the one set that became an instant classic and is still treasured decades later, is the inaugural X-Men set created by legendary artist Jim Lee. Released in 1992, the deck included 105 cards, all … Continue reading Marvel to release collector’s book of Jim Lee’s iconic X-Men trading cards
Negative Space Comics launches women’s writing competition
The comic book industry can absolutely be a difficult one to break into, but at least one company is trying to make it a lot easier for aspiring professionals. Negative Space Comics was created by writer and photographer Nahuel Fanjul-Arguijo and his partner Alex Dvorak during last year's pandemic shutdown in an effort to support … Continue reading Negative Space Comics launches women’s writing competition
Legendary Marvel & DC comics artist George Perez reveals terminal cancer diagnosis
Via his new Facebook page, comic book legend George Perez announced that he has Stage 3 pancreatic cancer, which is inoperable. His grim diagnosis indicates that his life expectancy is only between 6 months to a year at this time. Perez was given the option of undergoing chemotherapy and/or radiation, but is opting to spend … Continue reading Legendary Marvel & DC comics artist George Perez reveals terminal cancer diagnosis
Wonder Woman to join Comic-Con Character Hall of Fame for 80th anniversary
October officially marks the 80th anniversary of the first appearance of Wonder Woman and DC Comics numerous celebrations in store for the character. Among a slew of new comic books and graphic novels that feature the iconic Amazonian and her friends, Comic-Con recently announced plans to have the character inducted into their Character Hall of … Continue reading Wonder Woman to join Comic-Con Character Hall of Fame for 80th anniversary
This 90s-inspired MAFEX Jean Grey figure is the stuff X-Men fans dream about
For far too long, the X-Men's Jean Grey has really gotten the shot end of the stick when it comes to merchandising. Almost always passed over in favor of her Phoenix/Dark Phoenix persona when it comes to games, action figures, etc., Jean Grey has often been the forgotten member of the team. All of that … Continue reading This 90s-inspired MAFEX Jean Grey figure is the stuff X-Men fans dream about
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