Newswise — Today marks the release of , an anthology edited by acclaimed author Jesse J. Holland. Featuring stories by celebrated Black writers, the book delves into Sam Wilson’s journey as the first Black Captain America, exploring themes of courage, identity, and the weight of representation.
is available for interviews to discuss the book’s major themes, including the complexities of being a symbol in a divided nation, the role of Black superheroes in mainstream culture, and how Sam Wilson’s story reflects modern societal challenges.
Holland is the associate director and associate professor at the School of Media and Public Affairs for the George Washington University. He is an award-winning journalist and the author of the first novel featuring comics’ most popular black superhero, The Black Panther. Professor Holland is currently serving as Distinguished Visiting Scholar In Residence at the John W. Kluge Center of the Library of Congress. He is a former Race & Ethnicity writer for The Associated Press, having been recognized as one of the few reporters to be credentialed to cover all three branches of the American government during his career: the White House, the Supreme Court and Congress. He now shares his love of journalism and writing through public speaking and teaching
If you would like to speak with Prof. Holland, please contact GW Media Relations Specialist Tayah Frye at [email protected].
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