It's Getting Better: Pop Culture's Shift to Multi-Ethnic Characters Instead of Caricatures; ComicBookResources.com, 8/13/15

Kevin Mahadeo, ComicBookResources.com; It's Getting Better: Pop Culture's Shift to Multi-Ethnic Characters Instead of Caricatures:

"Comics haven't caught up to television and movies -- and television and movies haven't quite caught up to, you know, reality -- but it's all getting there. Slowly, yes, but also surely, we're moving closer to where it all needs to be.

In this climate, it's so easy to point out all the wrongs, all the mistakes, and to lash out at them and decry them and demand blood in retaliation. It happens far too often, and that sort of reaction -- rather than properly calling attention to the mistakes and discussing how to actually improve on them -- makes people afraid to even try. It slows progress. Rational discussion is important. Calling out and celebrating positive and progressive changes are important.

Because at the end of the day it's also important to remember: yes things aren't perfect, yes there is still a lot of a ways to go, but it is getting better. Let's work together to make it great."

Kamala Khan's First Animation Appearance Confirmed for "Avengers: Ultron Revolution"; ComicBookResources.com, 6/2/15

Albert Ching, ComicBookResources.com; Kamala Khan's First Animation Appearance Confirmed for "Avengers: Ultron Revolution" :

"Kamala Khan has already conquered comics in a short time -- and now she's moving to animation. CBR News has confirmed with Marvel Television that Marvel Comics' current "Ms. Marvel" will be featured in the upcoming third season of "Avengers Assemble," which has been retitled "Avengers: Ultron Revolution."...

A rare example of both a Muslim and Pakistani American superhero in North American comic books, the character quickly gained mainstream attention for being a positive example of increasing diversity in the comics industry, along with a loyal fanbase enthusiastic for its compelling, all-ages stories."

Wilson Writes the New Ms. Marvel, a Teenage Muslim Shape-Shifter; ComicBookResources.com, 11/5/13

Albert Ching, ComicBookResources.com; Wilson Writes the New Ms. Marvel, a Teenage Muslim Shape-Shifter: "Last month, Marvel Comics teased a "Ms." joining their ranks as part of their ongoing All-New Marvel NOW! promotional and editorial initiative. Tuesday, the New York Times revealed the publisher's new "Ms. Marvel": Kamala Khan, a teenage Muslim shape-shifter. The character will star in a series debuting in February 2014 written by G. Willow Wilson, known for comic book work including "Air" and her World Fantasy Award-winning novel "Alif the Unseen," and illustrated by Adrian Alphona, the original "Runaways" artist recently seen on "Uncanny X-Force."... The "Ms. Marvel" team is quoted as expecting the book to receive some negative reaction from multiple sides. "I do expect some negativity," Amanat said in the article. "Not only from people who are anti-Muslim, but people who are Muslim and might want the character portrayed in a particular light.""