Batgirl: Year One

In 2023, DC revisited a pivotal chapter of Barbara Gordon’s origin with Batgirl: Year One, a single-issue prestige comic that re-examines her earliest days as Gotham’s masked protector. Written by Scott Beatty and Chuck Dixon, with art by Marcos Martin and Alvaro Lopez, this story distills the classic 2000s miniseries into a fresh, standalone presentation. It remains a key touchstone for fans of the character, showcasing the grit and heart that defined Barbara’s transformation from librarian to crimefighter.