Second Call for Chapters: Spider-Man's Villains - Specific Villains
We invite contributons to an edited volume that delves into the complex and often nuanced villains of the Spider-Man universe. We are specifically looking for chapters about the following villains: Kraven the Hunter, Carnage, Black Cat, Lizard, Sandman, Scorpion, Shocker, and Tombstone. Other submissions may be accepted, but we are not looking for chapters on Mysterio, Doc Ock, Electro, Vulture, Venom, Punisher, Green Goblin, Rhino, Kingpin, Jackal, Sinister Six, Spidey Super Stories, Spider-Man's War on Drugs, or J. Jonah Jameson.
This volume is being published by the University of Mississippi Press. We welcome a diverse range of scholarly analyses, including but not limited to:
- Character Analysis: In-depth explorations of specific villains and their evolutions over time
- Cultural Context: How societal issues, such as class, race, and identity, shape villain narrative
- Psychological Perspectives: The motivations and psychological profiles of Spider-Man's villains
- Comparative Studies: Analyzing Spider-Man villains in relation to other superhero antagonists
- Media Adaptations: The portrayal of Spider-Man villains in films, animated series, and video games
- Feminist and Gender Studies: The role of female villains and their representation within the Spider-Man lore.
- Mythology and Symbolis: The archetypal elements present in the characterization of Spider-Man's enemies.
- Fan Culture and Reception: How fan communities interpret and engage with these villains.
Please submit an up-to 300-word abstract oulining your proposed chapter and a brief author bio by May 1, 2025 to matthew.mceniry@ttu.edu with the Subject "Spider-Man Villains Chapter Proposal_Author Name".
Chapters should be between 5,000 - 7,000 words and will use the Chicago Manual of Style with notes and bibliography.
Important Dates:
Second Call Abstract Submission Deadline: May 1, 2025
Notification of Acceptance: May 14, 2025
First Draft Submission Deadline: August 31, 2025
Final Draft Submission Deadline: November 30, 2025
We look forward to your proposed chapters for the impact and significance of these villains in the comic book world and broader cultural narratives.
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