Author: Chhaya Patel
Chhaya Patel is a content writer and aspiring fiction author. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature and graduated summa cum laude from Wichita State University in 2018 and her Master of Arts in English with an emphasis upon the Renaissance period from California State University, Long Beach in 2022. During her time in academia she has focused predominantly upon and examined topics of gender, sexuality, and race.
Obstacles to the Growth of Diversity in Superhero Comics
Previously, I discussed the history of diversity in superhero comics and how diversity has grown and currently looks in the genre today. However, while there…
The Aromantic Experience: The Societal Pressures of Romantic Love
For those of us who experience romantic attraction, we often assume that the desire for a romantic partner and the characteristics associated with romantic relationships—such…
The Evolution and Growth of Diversity in Superhero Comics
When you think of superhero comics, what characters come to mind? Superman? Batman? Spiderman? Wolverine? White characters tend to come to mind first. However, while…
Whitewashing in Media: How Whitewashing Negatively Affects People Of Color
When you look at the films and television shows you watch, do you see someone who you can relate to and whose experiences are similar…
Book Banning and the Effect on the LGBTQ+ Community
There has been a clear increase in book banning occurring in the United States as of 2023. According to the American Library Association (ALA), as…
What Is Asexuality?: A Guide to the Invisible Identity
What is asexuality? Of the LGBT+ identities, asexuality is one of the lesser-known and under-discussed sexual identities. Asexuality, sometimes referred to as the “invisible identity,”…