Feminist Fridays: Graphic Novels Reading List(s)

I’ve been reading lots more graphic novels lately, and a lot more about graphic novels.  This is mostly due to my duties at work, which include selecting graphic novels for the adult and teen collections. But some of it is natural interest. The format encompasses a lot more stories than stereotypical superhero fare, and I’m finding… Continue reading Feminist Fridays: Graphic Novels Reading List(s)

Feminist Fridays: On Broken Boys (guest post by Carrie Mesrobian)

Today I’m pleased to feature a post by author Carrie Mesrobian, whose debut novel, Sex & Violence, I reviewed earlier this week. A while ago on Twitter, I was gabbing with Heather of The Flyleaf Review and Asheley of Into The Hall of Books about our favorite juicy super-vampire series, The Black Dagger Brotherhood by… Continue reading Feminist Fridays: On Broken Boys (guest post by Carrie Mesrobian)

Book Review: Bad Girls: Sirens, Jezebels, Murderesses, Thieves, and Other Female Villians

This past year, I’ve really been getting into graphic novels. It’s something I never read before I worked in the library, but the more I explore the category the more I enjoy it. I’m not super-into middle grade fiction, but I’ve really enjoyed a few GNs for this age range and hope to discover more. I… Continue reading Book Review: Bad Girls: Sirens, Jezebels, Murderesses, Thieves, and Other Female Villians

Feminist Fridays: JK Rowling, Pen Names, Feminism, and Publishing

I have a rather feminine name, and I’ve contemplated what it would be like to have a more gender neutral or masculine name many times, even from a very young age. Certain times I’ve  been called Mo. It was a nicknamed of my dad’s, whose name was Maurice, and my own middle name is Maureen.… Continue reading Feminist Fridays: JK Rowling, Pen Names, Feminism, and Publishing

Feminist Fridays: Queens, Boobs, and Feminist Taylor Swift

Was Queen Elizabeth I a man? And does it matter?  I read this fascinating article in The Daily Mail about a conspiracy theory that is the basis for a new novel. It reveals research and anecdotal evidence that Elizabeth I died at the age of 10, and was replaced by a boy who pretended to… Continue reading Feminist Fridays: Queens, Boobs, and Feminist Taylor Swift