How have independent comic publishers influenced the diversity and creative freedoms seen in the comic book industry today?
What role do webcomics play in shaping the modern landscape of comic storytelling and distribution?
How have graphic novels transcended traditional comic book audiences to become a respected form of literature in academic and literary circles?
What impact has international comic culture, such as manga or European bandes dessinées, had on the styles and narratives of Western comics?
In what ways have comics explored and represented complex social issues, such as race, gender, and mental health, outside the superhero genre?
