Sweet XVI
Marvel · 1991 · 6 issues
About the series
In Sweet XVI (Marvel, 1991–present, 6 issues), Barbara Slate writes and draws a coming-of-age story about a teenage superheroine navigating the trials of high school and her secret identity. This series stands out for its focus on adolescent challenges within the Marvel Universe, offering a lighthearted and relatable take on superhero life from a young woman's perspective. Slate's singular creative vision makes it a distinctive, character-driven entry from the early 1990s.