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The sublime, the superpowered, and the senior citizen converge in Angels and Magpies, which collects the Gods and Science: Return of the Ti-Girls and The Love Bunglers graphic novels from the Love and Rockets Vol. III: New Stories series, as well as Hernandez's 2006 serial for The New York Times. In the latter, Maggie pays a visit to Queen Rena, who is living out her twilight days on an island after a lifetime as a wrestler and an adventuress. In...
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Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, born February 2, 1977, in Barranquilla, Colombia, showed early signs of the charisma that would later define her career. Raised in a multicultural household with a Lebanese father and Colombian mother, Shakira grew up immersed in diverse influences that would shape her unique musical style. Discovered when she was 13, her rise to worldwide fame wasn't easy, but Shakira's ability to reinvent herself has allowed her to...
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TidalWave Productions presents an enthralling graphic novel capturing the remarkable journey of Taylor Swift. From her early days to the groundbreaking ERAS tour that left records shattered, this captivating retrospective delves into the career of America's adored singer/songwriter. Taylor Swift emerges as a formidable female force in this remarkable 50-page portrayal.
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Born Anna Mae Bullock, Tina Turner started her life as a singer in her local church and elementary schools. Her ill-fated relationship with Ike Turner coincided with her meteoric rise up the Billboard charts, leading to her eventual fall. After retooling her image, Tina again exploded on the scene in the 80s. She passed from natural causes May 24, 2023. Twice inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with a musical career that spanned half a century,...
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Melissa Viviane Jefferson became the iconic singer Lizzo through challenges as well as triumphs. Lizzo, from Detroit, Michigan, started rapping at ten and, by 14, formed her first musical group. She rose to the top of the charts and has become a voice for this generation. Reading her life story will convince you she's an authentic Female Force.
6) Female Force: Women of Country Music Dolly Parton, Carrie Underwood, Loretta Lynn, and Reba McEntire
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What do a coal miner's daughter, an American Idol winner, the "Queen of Country," and a woman who once proclaimed, "It costs a lot of money to look this cheap," have in common? Find out in this dynamic volume of Female Force featuring the women whose voices define country music. Featuring the comic book biographies of Dolly Parton, Carrie Underwood, Loretta Lynn, and Reba McEntire. Special cover by Marvel Comics artist Yonami.
7) Pet Peeves
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Bobbie's life is going nowhere fast. She's working at a bar, wanting to play music but never having the time or energy. The only bright spot is her dog - always cheerful, always cuddly, and always there for her. As the relentless day-in, day-out of work piles up, music and roommates and social plans begin to seem less and less important as Bobbie struggles to make rent and have any time to be creative. The only thing she has time for outside her job...
8) Snowbird
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Trying to save the world while struggling to save yourself is a recipe for (climate) disaster. In this graphic memoir, Erin navigates the punk/activist art scenes while dealing with personal and environmental devastation; racial inequality and internalized racism; and the sometimes difficult business of staying alive in the face of mental health conditions. It asks and answers the question: what would we do if we could counsel our younger self?...
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Nikki Haley has always felt like an outsider, but a better label would be "trailblazer." She's the first Indian American to hold office in South Carolina, the first female governor of the state, the youngest governor in the United States, and only the second governor of Indian descent. Born Nimrata Nikki Randhawa in Bamberg gave her a unique perspective as she battled racism and religious disparity to become the Ambassador to the United Nations. As...
10) Girlsplaining
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For fans of Kid Gloves and Waves comes a new original graphic novel by cartoonist Katja Klengel tackling the subjects that have shaped her life: from body shaming to the exploration of her sexuality, from the representation of women in the media to the social pressure on women who have not yet started a family. Why do we fear the word "vulva"? Do we really have to be ashamed of our body hair? Why do gender roles in children's toys seem to be stuck...
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These punk rock humor comics by Liz Prince (celebrated creator of Tomboy, Coady and the Creepies, and Will You Still Love Me If I Wet The Bed?) are back in print and better than ever!
Still as hilarious, heartfelt, and embarrassing as the original, Be Your Own Backing Band V. 2 is the first-ever full-color collection of Liz's comics, and an essential addition to your LIZbrary. Enjoy!
12) GIRLS
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Full color illustrations of badass women from a variety of backgrounds by indie comics superstar Jenn Woodall. "The bold, colorful ways in which Woodall explores domestic violence, street harassment, and gender expression are wonderful, if at times painful. This book hits home because it doesnt shy away from any of the most dangerous aspects of being a woman. Nor does it shy away from the righteous fury with which most women have to live their...
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Good night folks, the show will start at Midnight Circus. Moving along on her journey, accompanied by her new friend, Karmen, the Temporum Era arrives in a place where the nights and festivities seem to have no end, the music never stops and beings from different dimensions meet to celebrate. But it seems that our magician is already being awaited by a very special hostess.
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Kobane Calling is the autobiographical memoir of a young Italian cartoonist, writing and drawing under the nom de plume Zerocalcare, who volunteers with the Rojava Calling organization and heads into the Middle East to support and observe the Kurdish resistance in Syria as they struggle against the advancing forces of the Islamic State. He winds up in the small town of Mesher, near the Turkish-Syrian border as a journalist and aid worker, and from...
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Leona continues her quest to find her mother. This time the Time Flow takes her to a new land that looks like somewhere in Eastern Europe, albeit belonging to another dimension. Thinking the reason she was taken there was to gather intel regarding the whereabouts of her mother, she ends up surrounded by a bloodthirsty werewolf pack.
16) Amalia
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Amalia is on the verge of burnout. Her family lifewith her husband, Karim; her 4-year-old daughter, Lili; and her 17-year-old stepdaughter, Norais nothing but rushing around, screaming, and doors slamming. At work, they talk about agility, flexibility, and adaptation, but her workload is slipping away from her. As she drives through the countryside, she sees diseased wheat fields and polluted rivers. She cant even listen to the radio without some...
17) Lynx
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Discover a fresh graphic novel spin-off, born from "Legend of Isis" creators. Meet the Lynx, TidalWave's enigmatic anti-hero, striving for redemption. Battling the grip of Sekhmet's darkness, she aspires to rise above, seeking true heroism amid her inner struggles. Will Crystal conquer her demons to fulfill her heroic aspirations?
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Surprised by Claudia's threat, Leona sees no alternative but to surrender to her tormentors to save little Karmen's life. Now imprisoned, they will be taken to Aileen - the lady of the castle, for interrogation. The wolves howl for the Midnight Witch's blood, but the queen seems to have other plans for her.
19) Lynx #4
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Lynx and Isis travel to the Palace of Sekhmet to end the threat before the Earth is destroyed! But will Sekhmet let them complete the ritual to separate Crystal from the amulet? And how do the White Lion and his master, Set, the Egyptian god of war and chaos, figure into the final battle? This issue establishes the new status quo for TidalWave's newest anti-hero.
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Get ready for the hottest comic book release! Witness the Earth's former superhero, who left his duties to become a questionable hero, in this captivating tale. Discover the repercussions when the mightiest hero of the TidalWave Universe must learn restraint. Brace yourself for a new era as Atlas takes center stage, featuring appearances by Venus and Judo Girl.