Female Force Ruth Handler #1

Part of Tidalwave Productions' Female Force series celebrating real-world trailblazers, this 2011 biography comic puts the spotlight on Ruth Handler, the visionary entrepreneur behind one of the most recognized toys in history. The cover makes its subject crystal clear, presenting a close-up portrait of a Barbie doll — wide violet eyes, platinum hair, and a soft smile — a fitting tribute to the iconic creation Handler brought to life. At $3.99, it's an accessible and engaging look at the woman whose imagination shaped generations of play.