About Michelle
I'm a thirty something Supergirl fan from Canada who's been reading DC comics since 1996. If you don't like discussions of social justice issues in your fandom, this might not be the place for you!
Category Archives: Fandom & Meta
DC Originals T-Shirts for the Female Fan
Trying to find superhero themed t-shirts as a female fan can be a frustrating experience, so I was delighted to discover the “DC Originals” line which carries women’s sizes. Continue reading
Posted in Fandom & Meta, Merchandise
Happy Birthday Supergirl!
I wrote a little guest post on “Why I love Supergirl” over at DC Women Kicking Ass.
Posted in Fandom & Meta
Cute Batgirl/Supergirl 6-panel comic by Mike Maihack
Mike Maihack has drawn an adorable Supergirl and Batgirl team-up. They’re too cute for words. Continue reading
Posted in Art, Fandom & Meta
· Tagged with batgirl, Mike Maihack
Strong Female…Birds of Prey
You’ve come a long way, baby. (NSFW) Continue reading
Posted in DCnU Reboot, Fandom & Meta
· Tagged with Kate Beaton is Awesome
I would buy the heck out of THIS DC Universe
I want to read this Justice League SO BAD. Continue reading
Posted in Fandom & Meta
Supergirl’s New Costume: Leave your dignity at the door
Superhero comics excel at making female heroes look foolish. Case in point: Supergirl’s new costume for the 2011 DC reboot. Continue reading
Posted in Art, DCnU Reboot, Fandom & Meta
Superhero Movies
I have zero desire to see the reboot Spider-Man or Superman at the moment because of reboot burn-out. More stories set in the Spider-Man continuity (even if they have to recast actors), yes please. Telling the same damn origin story … Continue reading
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DC to readers: “We Hear You”
From DC’s The Source, July 29th: “Over the past week we’ve heard from fans about a need for more women writers, artists and characters. We want you to know, first and foremost, that we hear you and take your concerns very seriously.” Continue reading
Posted in DCnU Reboot, Fandom & Meta