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#1 New York Times bestselling author John Jennings and acclaimed producer Angélique Roché illuminate some of the most important Black creators and characters through Marvel Comics history.

From the introduction of Black Panther in the 1960s and publisher Stan Lee's early efforts at addressing systemic racism, to the groundbreaking work of creators like Billy Graham, Christopher Priest, Reggie Hudlin, and Ta-Nehisi Coates, My Super Hero Is Black offers a rich examination, celebration, and historical overview of Marvel's Black characters and creators. It also includes accounts from prominent Black creators and luminaries about their personal relationships with Marvel superheroes.

Presented by John Jennings--the notable comics scholar, illustrator, editor, writer, teacher, publisher, and #1 New York Times bestselling author--and Angélique Roché--the acclaimed content creator, producer, and the popular host of Marvel Entertainment's Marvel's Voices podcast--this milestone work is destined to become a classic and will speak to generations of comics fans and storytellers.