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Wonder Woman movie recommendations

As you all know (or should know.. if you don't you will now), the Wonder Woman movie is hitting theaters June 2nd (or maybe June 1st depending on where you live). Either way, it's coming soon. DC has also officially announced that June 3rd is Wonder Woman day! Participating comic book stores will be giving out free Wonder Woman comics and cardboard tiaras and bracelets. The Wonder Woman merchandise and advertisements are all blitzing big now and while it may be difficult to get some new items right now in time for Wonder Woman, here are some Wonder Woman comics and books about Wonder Woman I recommend.

Really love this picture because I regularly feel like this. Why is Wonder Woman so hard to get?
Legend of Wonder Woman
Etta Candy tries to find the perfect outfit for Wonder Woman
Legends of Wonder Woman by Renae de Liz and Ray Dillon. This is a perfect all ages origin book for Wonder Woman. Starts off with her as a child on Themyscira and follows her all the way through her becoming Wonder Woman in World War II. It's a really beautifully drawn book and the story touches on all of the elements that make Wonder Woman amazing. This isn't just some blood thirsty warrior fighting back monsters, this is a powerful and compassionate hero who really wants to change the world and make it better. De Liz hits all the right notes, honors Wonder Woman's founding and her original creator while adding in new and interesting things. I highly recommend this especially since it's perfect for kids too!

Gorgeous Nicola Scott cover from WW 6. If you know greek mythology a bit, the animals have some great meaning
Wonder Woman #6 cover
Wonder Woman vol. 2 Year One by Greg Rucka and Nicola Scott. Another modern retelling of Wonder Woman's origins, this is the current in continuity origin for Wonder Woman. Like De Liz's, it takes classic elements and adds new components. Also, Rucka is responsible for writing the other Rebirth title, The Lies, which doesn't make this list because it's not entirely easy access for new readers as it is an attempt to undo the Azzarello/Chiang Wonder Woman run. The is a really nice modern take on Wonder Woman. This one is also pretty kid friendly, just be aware that you may get some push back over mentions of lesbianism and that Rucka has openly stated Wonder Woman and Amazons are queer.

Golden Age Wonder Woman Omnibus 1 by William Moulton Marston and H.G. Peters. This is it, the original appearance of Wonder Woman and her stories. It's a fun read especially as you see Marston and Peters figure out Wonder Woman's world and story as it unfolds. This features Wonder Woman's costume change from culottes to tight fitting shorts, the first appearance of her golden lasso, and the infamous Wonder Woman for President issue! A couple things though I do have to mention.. it is a rather large book and it's not inexpensive ($75 as cover price). So, take that into account that it just may not work for your library. You may also have issues as there is some obvious bondage and S&M imagery in the series and it's well know that it's there. That said, if you read the comics and a little bit about Marston, you can understand that the imagery always serves a purpose and it's all done in a very female positive way. That said, there is a smaller version soft cover version with less issues (and sadly no Wonder Woman for president) coming out later this year, so that may be something to look into.

Now until books on Wonder Woman:

Cover of Wonder Woman Unbound
by Tim Hanley
Wonder Woman Unbound: The Curious History of the World's Most Famous Heroine by Tim Hanley. This is just a great great book on the history of Wonder Woman. Breaks down all her periods and goes into a bit of Marston's theories on relationships and how they should work. It also goes through her rather convoluted and sticky history all with it being fairly balanced. Over all a great book about Wonder Woman to get people interested in the character.


Update: Oh, look what DC just posted.. Wonder Woman Day There is a nod to libraries on there. Yeah. Also, yes I know I need some images on here. I'm being lazy. I'll add them in the next day or so. Promise.
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