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Wonder Woman: The DCU’s ultimate warrior becomes an enemy of the state
Wonder Woman has always had a rebellious streak in her. Here’s how this makes her public enemy number one
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Green Lantern: Why Sinestro is DC’s most criminally underused villain
As DC plans its future for film and television, Sinestro could finally break from obscurity as a larger threat
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DC's Robin is now an A.I., as Ultraman creators revamp the Batman family in Justice Buster
As DC partners with Kodansha to reimagine its biggest characters in manga, Eiichi Shimizu unveils Batman: Justice Buster in an interview with Popverse
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Meet DC's newest Batman villain, Crytoon
As Rafael Grampá readies the eagerly anticipated miniseries Batman: Gargoyle of Gotham and its new villains, he spotlights the lead foe Crytoon
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Spoilers! DC is launching a buzzy new hero with ties to the Golden Age
The DC Universe boasts a wide bench of generational heroes, and the next wave is already here
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Spoilers Marvel's Civil War done right: Batman and Catwoman collide in the DC event Gotham War
Gotham War pits Batman and Catwoman in a bitter battle that splits the Bat-Family, employing themes from several classic Marvel stories
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DC's Knight Terrors ending explained: How the crossover event goes beyond the nightmares
The 2023 crossover event Knight Terrors carries steep consequences for DC's heroes beyond scary dreams. Here's the story's bigger impact.
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Spoilers! DC's Raven and the Teen titans need to move on from her evil dad
Raven is a fan-favorite staple on the Titans. Here’s why she deserves to leave her evil father’s shadow for good.
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Spoilers! DC’s Blue Beetle ending explained
Everything you need to know about the ending to DC’s latest superhero film Blue Beetle
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Supergirl: Superman's cousin's tangled history and bright future
After decades of convoluted history, Supergirl is poised to become bigger than ever. Here's the long road to Supergirl's resurgence.
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Superheroes and super heels: How AEW embodies comic-book style superheroics
Wrestling is full of heroes and villains. Here’s how AEW does it best and how Fight Forever gives fans a chance to play along
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Superman: How the Daily Planet changed the superhero game
The Daily Planet is more than a staple in the Superman mythos - it's also a foundational trope in the superhero genre
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Batman: Dispelling the myth of the loner Dark Knight
Batman has one of the biggest superhero families in comics. Here’s why the Caped Crusader has always been a team player
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Wonder Woman: How to watch all of Diana's live-action projects in chronological and release order
Wonder Woman is one of the biggest characters in the DCU. Here’s how to watch all Diana Prince’s memorable live-action appearances in order
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The coming of Hawkgirl: The Superman: Legacy hero gets the well-deserved spotlight
With a new comic series and her silver screen debut in Superman: Legacy, here’s everything you need to know about Hawkgirl
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Spoilers! How DC's Grifter became the last action hero of the WIldstorm era
WildStorm continues to grow within the DCU, with Grifter leading the charge in a tragically unique way in the pages of WildC.A.T.s
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Spoilers! Batman's biggest foe is the Joker, but the Joker's biggest foe is... a 9-5 office job
The Joker's biggest fear isn't Batman - it's an office job, and he's doing just that now at DC
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Evil revisited: Tom King and Mitch Gerads reimagine the Joker’s murderous debut
Reuniting for Batman: The Brave and the Bold, King and Gerads double down on the Joker as DC’s most terrifying villain
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Black Adam writer Christopher Priest says Warner Bros. Discovery had heavy input - even on the jokes
Christopher Priest reflects on the themes and behind-the-scenes challenges in bringing the Black Adam maxi-series to life
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The hierarchy of power in the DC universe has just changed in DC's Black Adam finale.
As the Black Adam maxi-series comes to an end, Christopher Priest shares the themes behind the story
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Change in perspective: Why Nightwing is DC’s most experimental comic
As Nightwing presents readers with a first-person perspective interlude, the title exemplifies what mainstream superhero comics can be
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DC: All the new and upcoming movies and TV shows on the horizon
As DC's recent television and cinematic universes come to an end, a new shared universe and wave of standalone projects are set to dominate theaters and TV in the next several years
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The Penguin: Everything we know about The Batman follow-up coming to Max
Fans of The Batman get a chance to return to the movie's world with The Penguin. Here’s all the details about the television continuation.
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The rise of the Wall: Behind Amanda Waller’s Dawn of DC villainous turn
Here’s how Amanda Waller steadily transformed from conflicted ally into the biggest villain in the DCU
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Give peace a chance: Behind the reinvention of Peacemaker
As Peacemaker Tries Hard! channels James Gunn’s take on antihero, here’s the story of the character’s surprise evolution
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A light in the darkness: The renewed relevance of Alan Scott
DC Pride makes the original Green Lantern Alan Scott a bigger inspiration to a new generation of heroes ahead of his new series
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From Dead Boy Detectives to Nightmare Country: Where the Sandman Universe is now
As The Sandman Universe: Dead Boy Detectives ends, here’s how Sandman endures in comics 35 years since its debut
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A magical partnership: Evan Narcisse & Charles Stewart III talk Static Team-Up: Anansi
In an interview with Popverse, Evan Narcisse and Charles Stewart III talk reimagining a superhero team-up from Static Shock for comics for the first time
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Spoilers! Speed kills: How Titans continues Wally West’s string of tragedies
The new Titans series kicks off with a shocking murder and the return of Wally West’s rough patch. Here's how Wally can't just catch a break.
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Crunchyroll anime: The 10 best anime movies and TV shows to stream now on Crunchyroll
Crunchyroll is one of the largest anime streaming platforms in the world. Here are Popverse’s recommendations of what to watch on it.
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Spoilers! Death in DC: Inside DC’s new magic trick for superhero deaths
Superhero death and resurrection is a staple to the genre, with DC relying on a recurring trope to take heroes off the board
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Through the looking glass: Batman’s odyssey through the multiverse finally brings him home
DC marks Batman’s 900th issue with a multiversal celebration of the Dark Knight’s extensively varied legacy
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A team-up of godly proportions: How Revenge of the Gods brought Wonder Woman and Shazam together
Though Lazarus Planet may have ended in February, its larger impact is felt in the miniseries Revenge of the Gods
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Titans together: Tom Taylor and Nicola Scott mix bombastic stakes and intimate action for Titans
With the Titans officially the biggest team in the DCU, Tom Taylor and Nicola Scott up the ante while keeping the stakes close to home.
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As the DCeased saga ends, Tom Taylor reveals all in spoiler-filled interview
As DCeased: War of the Undead Gods ends the horror-fueled take on the DCU, creator Tom Taylor reflects on saga’s conclusion
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Inside DC's shadowy new superhero team the Vigil with Ram V
Ahead of its series launch this May, Ram V declassifies The Vigil, DC’s latest superhero team title and its unique mission across the DCU.
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Spoilers! Superman: How DC has changed the Man of Steel's legacy with a new comic book series
The first arc of Joshua Williamson and Jamal Campbell’s Superman run celebrates the Superman mythos while exploring a new frontier. Here’s how.
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DCeased: How DC's zombie epic shined a darker light on the DC Universe
DCeased, the popular horror reimagining of the DC Universe reaches its end. Here’s the story behind the successful set of stories.
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A Batman for the people: Why the Dark Knight will never be a working class hero
While Batman is the most recognizable human superhero in the DCU, he is far from the Justice League’s most relatable
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How Star Wars' Return of the Jedi endures as a bonafide classic
Return of the Jedi celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. Here’s how the Original Trilogy’s closer stands redeemed and among the franchise's very best.
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Joker’s wild: The Clown Prince of Crime has just received a terrifying cosmic upgrade
As Batman tries to escape from an alternate DCU, the Joker has become a threat for the entire DC Omniverse.
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No frontier too final: Behind Star Trek’s latest successful rebirth
While Star Trek hasn’t been able to make its return to the big screen, its revival on television is just what the franchise needs.
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Unstoppably odd: Behind the Doom Patrol’s return to the spotlight
The Doom Patrol is back at the forefront of the DCU with the new series Unstoppable Doom Patrol. Here’s why their resurgence was a long time coming.
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COVID Cop: Dean Haspiel introduces a satirical hero for the pandemic era
Prolific comic book creator Dean Haspiel launches a Kickstarter campaign for COVID Cop, a blending social satire with pulp superhero action.
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DCeased: War of the Undead Gods exclusive finale preview offers the heroes a rare breather
DCeased: War of the Undead Gods closes out the entire DCeased saga and its apocalyptic vision of the DCU. Here is Popverse's exclusive sneak peek of the final issue.
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Dirty blue: Behind the modern tragedy of GCPD: The Blue Wall
GCPD: The Blue Wall presents a somber look at policing in DCU. Here’s how the miniseries raises the bitter sociopolitical questions.
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Spoilers! Friends and lovers: Are Spoiler and Batgirl Gotham’s next big couple?
As Stephanie Brown and Cassandra Cain work together, has the superhero duo found a new kind of dynamic?
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Worlds collide! How the Joker brings Spider-Man back to the DCU
As the Joker continues his cross-country odyssey, he makes a direct reference to Marvel’s webslinger in another unofficial crossover between universes.
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How Bruce Campbell gave DC's war hero Sgt. Rock his groove back
DC Horror’s miniseries Sgt. Rock vs. the Army of the Dead not only revives DC’s biggest war comics character but makes him the most relevant he’s been in years.
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Lend me your energy! How Batman vs. Robin evokes Dragon Ball’s ultimate attack
With all hope seemingly lost against the demon Nezha, Robin uses a surprising technique echoing Akira Toriyama’s Dragon Ball to save the day.
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Spoilers! The Lazarus effect: How Batman vs. Robin eliminates a DCU staple
Batman vs. Robin provides the full ending to Lazarus Planet with a drastic change for the DCU.
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Trouble with the curve: The evolution of Nightwing’s prodigious posterior
Of all the heroes and villains in the DC Universe, Nightwing has been recognized as having the best butt in the game. Here’s how Dick Grayson gained his well-rounded reputation.
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Failure to launch: Supergirl and Robin’s disastrous first date has deeper consequences
Robin and Supergirl finally go on a date together, but, as bad as the date goes, it signals something more important for the DCU timeline.
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Spoilers! Reign of the Supermen: Behind the DC Universe's growing men and women of tomorrow
While Superman may be one of the strongest characters in the DCU, he's far from alone. Here are all the Superman analogues and pastiches currently active in the DCU.
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Who is Kang in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania?
As the Marvel Cinematic Universe enters time of The Kang Dynasty, here’s how Kang is set to become the most important figure in the MCU.
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Power couple: How Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy gave DC its best love story in decades
Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy are back together, proving themselves as the healthiest superhero couple to come out of Gotham City.
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Spoilers! The DC Comics timeline: How DC just re-framed its history along a canonical history
From Year One to … well.. YEAR NOW, let's get a better idea of the in-story DC timeline
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Lazarus rising: Mark Waid launches 2023 with DC’s Lazarus Planet
The first DC crossover event of 2023 is here with Lazarus Planet. Creator Mark Waid discusses the cataclysmic opening issue for sweeping storyline.
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Spoilers Power shift: How Batman: Fortress introduces a very different Dark Knight of Steel
Gary Whitta and Darick Robertson’s Batman: Fortress stands completed, with its heist on the Fortress of Solitude ending with a drastically altered balance of power.
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Lee Bermejo revisits Batman: Damned controversy four years later
"It certainly deserves a place in the greater pantheon of that character," Bermejo says about Batman: Damned
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SPOILERS! Court of Owls: The growing prominence of the Gotham City villains in Batman comics and DC as a whole
With the WildC.A.T.s continuing to settle into the DCU, the Court of Owls welcomes them as their first major challenge and a growing villainous role for DC overall.
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Spoilers! Speed kills: Flash’s One-Minute War claims its first casualty
As the Flash Family races into the One-Minute War, someone close to the Fastest Man Alive appears to have paid the ultimate price.
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Batman ‘89 creators unpack their return to the world of Keaton’s Dark Knight
With Batman ‘89 collected into a gorgeous hardcover this past August, Sam Hamm and Joe Quinones talk about revisiting the classic cinematic take on the Dark Knight.
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Mythology redefined: A look at Wonder Woman Historia
Wonder Woman Historia: The Amazons has come to a close, completing one of the most ambitious and epic DC Black Label stories. Here’s how the story expands the Wonder Woman mythos.
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Premium Access Lee Bermejo reflects on his industry beginnings and acclaimed work
In a spotlight interview with Popverse, acclaimed comic book creator Lee Bermejo shares his origins breaking into the industry, reflects on his most popular works, and reveals details about Batman: Dear Detective
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Dark Crisis: Black Adam’s long road to bonafide superheroism
As Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths reaches its explosive finale, Black Adam steps up to save the day but how did the magical antihero reach this surprising role in the first place?
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Spoilers Darkest before Dawn: Dark Crisis and the Dawn of DC
Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths has concluded, opening up endless possibilities for the future of the DC Universe. Here’s how the crossover event sets the stage for the Dawn of DC.
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The coming of Magog: Behind the Kingdom Come villain’s shocking return
Alex Ross and Mark Waid’s classic Kingdom Come has its lethal antihero Magog resurface in the most unlikely place and closer to Superman than ever.
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Light in the darkness: How Nightwing illuminates Dark Crisis
With Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths reaching its explosive climax, here’s how Nightwing stepped up to become the heart and soul of the DC Universe.
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Batman's heart of darkness: Mike Hawthorne talks reuniting with Chip Zdarsky on Batman
Fan-favorite artist Mike Hawthorne discusses his reunion with Chip Zdarsky to kick off a darkly surreal new story arc on the main Batman ongoing series.
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Caped crusaders: Batman and Spawn finally reunite
Batman and Spawn team up for a new adventure against the Court of Owls, but how do these two vengeance-fueled superheroes stack up with one another.
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Meredith Gran looks back on 15 years of Octopus Pie
Octopus Pie creator Meredith Gran reflects on the acclaimed webcomic series 15 years since its debut and looks ahead after launching her first video game Perfect Tides and its unique approach to immersive storytelling.
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Pulp fiction: Behind the return of Slam Bradley
DC’s original hero Slam Bradley returns in Gotham City: Year One. Here’s how the noir miniseries reevaluates the legacy of the hardboiled detective.
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How Midnighter & Apollo are called into Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths for the final battle
As WildStorm celebrates its 30th anniversary, the ultimate superhero power couple Apollo and Midnighter continue to carve out their well-deserved place in the DCU.
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The differences between Harley Quinn and Punchline, according to Batman
Punchline has launched an explosive rampage of her own around Gotham City. Here how she compares to Harley Quinn and why they’re due for a rematch.
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Dark Crisis: Young Justice’s return Is more self-aware than it appears
The Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths tie-in miniseries focusing on Young Justice comes to an end. Here’s how it speaks to the crossover and the wider DC fandom at large.
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Namor: Everything you need to know about Marvel's first character and the MCU's newest antihero
With Namor the Sub-Mariner's first MCU appearance in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, here’s everything you need to know about the character’s history and cinematic future
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Legacy reforged: The WildC.A.T.s relaunch in the DCU
As the WildC.A.T.s relaunch with a new series set in the DCU, here’s a look at the evolution of the fan-favorite ‘90s superhero team.
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Spoilers Superman: The Man of Steel and his son have The Talk
With Jon and Clark Kent reunited at last, the two Supermen have a frank discussion about Jon’s sexual orientation in an overdue and honest father-son talk
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Spoilers! DC's Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths #6: Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere tease a grand finale
Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths reaches its penultimate issue, with the fate of the DC Universe all hinging on the final, epic battle. Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere are here to highlight the issue’s big moments
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Batman/Joker: The Deadly Duo’s History of Team-Ups
Batman & the Joker: The Deadly Duo kicks off with the Dark Knight teaming up with his greatest enemy. Here’s a history of the two longtime enemies playing nice together.
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The Death of Superman: Dan Jurgens reflects on the event’s legacy with a new story
As DC celebrates the 30th anniversary of The Death of Superman with an oversized special reuniting its creative teams, Dan Jurgens reflects on the legacy of the iconic event.
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Selina’s Last Score: A Reflection on Catwoman: Lonely City
As the acclaimed DC Black Label miniseries Catwoman: Lonely City comes to an end, here’s how it reimagines the DC Universe and speaks to its core themes and characters.
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Spoilers! Flashpoint Beyond: How Batman took the ultimate risk
As Flashpoint Beyond comes to an end, the miniseries gives Batman a cosmic memento that could significantly alter the course of multiple DC Universes
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Premium Access Ram V dishes on his comic book origins and evolution
In a spotlight interview, Eisner and Harvey Award-nominated comic book creator Ram V recounts how he started writing comics and reinvents himself throughout his career