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The Erasure of Female Characters in Branded Merchandise

Where's Princess Leia? How about Jessica Jones or Wonder Woman? Oh, exclusively in the women's section. On the erasure of female characters in branded merchandise and why that's bunk.

Toxic Masculinity Ruined Superheroes for Me and Women Saved the Day

This is the story of how toxic masculinity ruined superheroes for a reader for years before some good stories and people could redeem them.

Marvel Has Spun a Masterful Web and Help, It’s Too Late, I’m Trapped

A reader who was initially hesitant about getting wrapped up in Marvel and DC comics writes about finally succumbing to the Marvel universes.

Comic Book Moms Who Aren’t Mothers

Excellent comic book characters who mother without being mothers.

First Justice League Trailer Has Arrived

The first JUSTICE LEAGUE trailer has premiered. What do you think?

Should You Read the Next Marvel/DC Event?: A Flow Chart

Wondering whether or not you should read the next Marvel/DC event? We've got a handy dandy flow chart to help.

Unpacking Funko’s Comics Subscription Boxes

Jess unboxes and gives her opinion on Funko's DC and Marvel comics subscription boxes.

Reading Through Rebirth: Week One

DC’s Rebirth is upon us: yet another reboot, this time attempting to roll back the New 52 reboot of 2011 ...

Off-Panel: 12 Graphic Novels That Should Be Taught in Schools

Welcome to Off-Panel, your weekly digest of comics news, from the gutters and beyond. This week, 12 comics for schools, DC Rebirth anxiety, and more!

5 Titles that Ended My Big 2 Boycott

As the Big 2 (Marvel and DC) are becoming more inclusive, let's talk about titles that ended one Panelteer's boycott.