DC Super Heroes Comic Book Spotlights Heroines, Empowers Girls
In addition to New York Comic-Con, which kicks off Oct. 9, girls and comic book lovers have another reason to get excited this month.
On Oct. 21, Downtown Bookworks, a children's book publishing company with a DC Comics license, will release a new book titled "DC Super Heroes: My First Book of Girl Power," featuring some of the best heroines in the DC universe.
According to Downtown Bookworks editorial assistant Sara DiSalvo, the comic conveys a positive message about women to readers by focusing on female superheroes like Wonder Woman, Supergirl and Batgirl. It also spotlights lesser known characters like Black Canary, Mera, Raven and Hawkgirl, while showcasing their "strength, intelligence, kindness, and bravery," states the website.
"Exploring attributes from physical strength to intuition, this introduction to DC's super heroines is also a catalog of role models for little girls," reads a description about the book on Amazon.com.
"From Wonder Woman's ability to find the truth to Black Canary's powerful voice to Batgirl's keen mind, readers will find much to admire."
The comic sends a completely different message than some of the DC comic clothing that has recently come under fire for suggesting that only boys can be superheroes.
Earlier this month, Walmart and DC Comics were criticized for selling t-shirts that proclaim that girls can be "trained" to marry a hero.
A blogger by the name of PJ posted a picture of the male version of the DC Comics licensed shirts, which reads "Training to Be Batman," and the female version, which says "Training to Be Batman's Wife."
In response to public backlash over the shirts, DC Comics issued a statement, saying "We understand that the messages on certain t-shirts are offensive. We agree. Our company is committed to empowering boys and girls, men and women, through our characters and stories. Accordingly, we are taking a look at our licensing and product design process to ensure that all our consumer products reflect our core values and philosophy," reports Jezebel.
Similarly, a mother shopping in Ontario spotted a pair of Superman pajamas for toddlers at Target Canada that conveyed the same sexist message. The boys outfit boasts "Future Man of Steel," while a pink outfit for girls states "I Only Date Heroes," reports CTV News.
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