Lumberjanes
Lumberjanes is a well-liked comic book by Shannon Watters, Grace Ellis, Noelle Stevenson, and Brooke Allen. It's famous for its LGBTQ+ representation and for emphasizing friendship and teamwork. It started in 2015 and is published by Boom! Studios. It has a dedicated group of fans.
The story takes place at a summer camp called Miss Qiunzella Thiskwin Penniquiqul Thistle Crumpet's Camp for Hardcore Lady Types, which is set in the wilderness and has a lot of outdoor adventures. Weird and magical things happen in the woods. The series is about five girls called the Lumberjanes who become close friends at the camp. The main characters are Jo, April, Molly, Mal, and Ripley, and each one has their unique personality and strengths.
Noelle Stevenson, who is good at writing and drawing, is well-known for her work in comics and animated shows. Lumberjanes has won awards, including Eisner Awards, for being the best new series and the best publication for teens. It was so popular that it led to the creation of other related series like Gotham Academy/Lumberjanes and Lumberjanes: Beyond Bay Leaf.
The comic is praised for showing solid and diverse female characters in a positive light. While readers of all ages love Lumberjanes, it's especially popular with young adults and middle-grade readers. The series also does a great job of including LGBTQ+ themes and characters, making the medium more welcoming and inclusive.
Detailed information:
- Author: N.D. Stevenson
- Illustrator: Brooklyn Allen
- Format: 20 vols
- Published: April 7, 2015
