When I realized that Pearl Low was selling copies of her self-published comic Tension, I snatched one up instantly. It took me a long time to love my hair, so while Pearl and I's stories are very different, hers resonated with me deeply.

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January 22, 2017

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Comics are Political

When I started this blog, it was so I could make my voice heard. That’s still its purpose. So, let’s talk about comics and politics.

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May 24, 2015

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On Representation and Libraries

Last month, a journalist named Pete shot me a message requesting help with a story he was putting together for University. I was happy to answer his questions, and the final result was published online not too long ago: “Marvel and D.C. comics fail at affirmative action.” I recommend giving it a read and picking through the extensive...

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May 22, 2015

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Latinas in Comics Panel

The always lovely Regine Sawyer of Women in Comics NYC and Lockett Down Productions invited me to speak on a special Latinas in Comics panel back in March. What an experience! I had the honor of speaking alongside industry veteran Alitha E. Martinez (DC Comics’ New 52 Batgirl, Papercutz Comics’ WWE), webcomic artist Savanahh Zambrano (Unlazy), artist and educator Quiara…

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May 22, 2015

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Comicsverse Podcasts: Rogue & Kamala!

I was invited to speak on not one but two podcasts over at Comicsverse! The first features X-Men’s Rogue, including a detailed history of her appearances in comics and an in-depth character analysis. The second features the new Ms. Marvel, Kamala Khan. It explores her importance in the Marvel Universe and just what makes this teenager so...

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