Jackie Ormes: The First African American Woman Cartoonist

Jackie Ormes: The First African American Woman Cartoonist, a single-issue comic from The University of Michigan Press (2019–present), serves as an illuminating biographical portrait of the pioneering cartoonist. Published in the modern era, this work highlights Ormes’s groundbreaking career as the first African American woman to create a syndicated comic strip, detailing her influential work and legacy. The comic is a vital resource for understanding her contributions to both comics and cultural history.