By Syndicated Content
Tara McPherson
Joan Jett & the Blackhearts will be memorialized in a double graphic novel to mark the 40th anniversary of their 1971 albums
I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll and
Bad Reputation.
Published by Z2 Comics, the novel is written and drawn by prominent female creators. In a statement,
Carianne Brinkman, the head of Joan’s label, Blackheart, says, “The comic world, much like the rock ‘n’ roll world, is fairly underrepresented in terms of women, particularly in the mainstream.”
“We thought this was a great opportunity to celebrate comic writers and illustrators who happen to be women, and who, like Joan, are constantly being asked what it’s like to be ‘a WOMAN’… in their respective industries,” she adds. “We are so excited to bring these amazing artists and writers together to celebrate this milestone anniversary.”