Author: Wesley Johnson

Wesley Johnson is an English professor in Florida. He teaches courses in composition, literature, and gender studies. His research interests include media studies, gender, film, and disability.

A few years ago, I had one of those “aha” moments that forever changed my perception of young readers and writers. I had entered the local comic book store with my son, with the intention of joining something known as 24-Hour Comic Day. It is an event that challenges people to write a 24 frame comic in a 24 hour period. My oldest son was into making comics, and I was curious. I also came armed with some ideas of my own, telling the story of my relationship with my brother in Brothers on Ice. I was expecting a few…

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