Carol Danvers started as a supporting character. Then she became Ms. Marvel to cash in on the burgeoning Women's Lib movement of the 1970s. Finally she was transformed into Captain…
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Captain Marvel Stunt Woman Shows Off Impressive Fight Sequence
Even though we are currently stuck in between superhero movies in the COVID-mandated doldrums, that doesn't mean that we can't have a little bit of superhero=inspired fun to pass the…
Interview: Kelly Sue DeConnick
Kelly Sue DeConnick is one of the hottest writers in comics right now. After retooling Carol Danvers to make her the new Captain Marvel, DeConnick capitalized on her success to launch the creator-owned titles Pretty Deadly and Bitch Planet. She most recently took over writing duties for DC’s Aquaman.
Whether simply creating well-rounded female characters like Captain Marvel, writing more explicitly feminist works like Bitch Planet, or directly motivating her social media followers with tools like her Bitches Get Things Done mailing list — DeConnick has found success as a writer not afraid to take a stand for what she believes in.
We (virtually) sat down with DeConnick for a Skype interview, where she talked about her favorite tattoos, how to pass the “Sexy Lamp Test” and the fact that all comics are political.
Captain Marvel Casts Shade at Movie Trolls in Latest Avengers
Captain Marvel roared into theaters last year with a box office haul totaling over $1 billion. Or as the misogynistic trolls who vainly tried to derail the movie called it…
12 Days of Christmas Giveaways: Day Seven
Heroic Girls is celebrating Christmas by giving away graphic novels or books every single day for 12 days! To enter, just fill out the form below. Contest is open to…
How Captain Marvel Became My Son’s Favorite Superhero
Guest Column by Sam Cerdena. Yesterday, Captain Marvel became one of my son's favorite superheroes. Grayson, my 4-year-old son, was looking forward to meeting Spider-Man at Disneyland, but fell asleep…
Early Reactions Praise ‘Captain Marvel’ as ‘Trippy’ and ‘Fun’
Marvel's first female-led film appears to be a home run with critics -- but tragically fails to connect with the "misogynistic trolls who haven't even seen the movie" crowd. Over…
Open Your Wallet: Captain Marvel Merchandise Has Landed
Clothing, accessories, toys ... even a bicycle? There is literally something for everyone. Even as female heroes made strides on the big screen, they were often left behind when it…
‘Captain Marvel’ Does Not Owe You a Smile — Get Over It
After the amazing first trailer for the movie dropped last week, some broflakes were triggered that Brie Larson portrayed the titular hero as a military veteran and genuine badass rather…
Beware the Flerken! ‘Captain Marvel’ Poster Has Feline Easter Egg
Clearly visible cat butt opens the hangar door for one of the weirdest additions to Captain Marvel's extended family. Amid all the hype for the newly released Captain Marvel trailer,…