The "women in refrigerators" trope as coined by Gail Simone, with "fridging" now a ubiquitous term, sees the partner or loved one of a protagonist murdered or maimed, often in a cruel and unusual ...

There is a legend among DC Comics fans, one that is based on factual events. It’s simply this — “apes sell comics”. Say this phrase to any DC fan and a wistful smile will come over their face. Once ...