It seems as though every week another news outlet becomes aware of DC’s Minx line. This time it’s the Wall Street Journal, who also talks about the prevalence of manga:
DC Comics has an existing manga imprint, called CMX, which is translated from Japanese. The new Minx series will mimic the general look and price-point of manga. But Berger stresses that the books are designed with American readers in mind. They read in the standard, left-to-right, manner. And they’re written in English, not translated.
Meanwhile, DC’s archrival, Marvel, has also been gunning for female readers, although its strategy differs. Instead of starting a separate line, the company has been hiring writers known for their established female following.
I’m assuming they’re talking about the Anita Blake series here, though I suppose they could also mean Mark Millar.
September 9th, 2007 at 11:00 am
As far as Marvel goes, I think they’re referring to Tamora Pierce and Terry Moore.
September 10th, 2007 at 8:34 am
And probably Joss Whedon as well. I hope Marvel keeps giving Tammy work, even though White Tiger didn’t sell so well– it was really good.