5 Reasons Why Black Sands Entertainment is Disrupting the Comics Industry
In a market dominated by old-guard publishing houses, Black Sands Entertainment is shaking up the comics industry with innovative storytelling, ethical representation, and a willingness to take risks. Here are five reasons why they’re making waves in the industry.
1. Representation Matters
Black Sands Entertainment is a beacon of hope for marginalized groups in the comics world. They feature books that prioritize characters of color, and the personalities and stories that come with them. Black Sands’ brand of representation doesn’t stop at race, but also includes LGBTQIA+ representation, which in a medium dominated by heteronormative portrayals of relationships, is crucial.
2. Historic Accuracy in Storytelling
History has been shaped by various events, and Black Sands Entertainment mines history to bring its audiences life-changing stories told through the eyes of unlikely heroes. Properties like Outcast and Tuskegee Heirs shed light on important, overlooked and sometimes disputed aspects of history, while doing so in visually stunning and adrenaline-fueled ways that keeps readers engaged.
3. Diversity in Storytelling
BSE tells stories in a way that Western comic publishers haven’t quite mastered — by including twists and turns that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Their narratives often feature action scenes, but the way they tell these scenes stands out, with a level of emotional stake that compels readers to sit up and pay attention.
4. Creativity in Design and Execution
Black Sands doesn’t shy away from interesting artwork, even if it flies in the face of traditional “comic book” stylings. They’re constantly innovating, experimenting with different coloured pages, mosaic-style visual storytelling and other approaches that make their books stand out from the crowd.
5. Empowerment of Creators
Black Sands Entertainment’s ability to give creators autonomy and the opportunity to tell stories authentically, lends a frequency to its titles. Rather than dictating what they believe will sell, BSE lets its creators tell the story they want, knowing that in these stories lies the magic that will resonate with their core audience.
Conclusion
Comics haven’t traditionally been hospitable to creators living outside of the scope of what the major publishers consider mainstream. But with innovative storytelling, worthy representation, and creativity to spare, Black Sands Entertainment is proving that new voices and new perspectives are just what the industry needs. By valuing marginalized voices and putting them front and center, BSE has quickly established itself as a driving force for change in the medium.
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