Dragman

In this wry, single-issue graphic novel from 2020, writer-artist Steven Appleby introduces a world where wearing a dress unlocks superpowers. Published by Henry Holt and Co., Dragman follows a mild-mannered man whose unexpected transformation into a drag-clad hero forces him to navigate both crime-fighting and his own complicated relationship with identity. Appleby’s distinctive, deadpan linework and sharp humor elevate this intimate, character-driven take on the superhero genre, making it a thoughtful meditation on gender, power, and the masks we wear.