For a long time the presence of women in comic books has been a hot point of discussion. Some complain that female characters are overly sexualized and lack the depth of their male counterpart. Others argue that women-led comic books and superhero films just do not perform well due to a lack of audience interest. Come join us as we discuss the archetype of female characters in American comic books, how that is changing with the influence of female creators, and the growth of a female readership. Presented by: the Graphic Novel Action Team of the Houston Public Library.
