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CXF holiday gift guide Part II: Superhero comics beyond the Big Two

Latonya Pennington6 months ago5 months ago010 mins

It’s the holiday season, and what better gift to give a comic book enthusiast than comic books? If they are a superhero fan, you could just give them a book from Marvel or DC. However, superheroes are not limited to the Big Two; there are so many other options to choose from. From diverse manga…

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A magical girl roundup includes flavors from the East and West

Latonya Pennington9 months ago9 months ago09 mins

If you’re a frequent reader of my comic book articles here or elsewhere, then you’re aware how I’m a huge fan of the magical girl genre. Originating in Japan in the 1960s with manga and anime such as The Secret of Akko-Chan and Sally the Witch, it established staples such as the magical girl witch…

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