Kelsey Christine McConnell

3 weeks ago | the-line-up.com | Kelsey Christine McConnell

West Virginia is beloved for its breathtaking mountainous beauty, as well as its fun, outdoorsy culture. But as lively as the state's hobbies may be, it seems plenty of spirits are happy to give the Mountain State a chilling reputation. While Point Pleasant, West Virginia is famous for being the home of the legendary cryptid the Mothman, there are far more horrors amidst the scenic landscapes.

1 month ago | theportalist.com | Kelsey Christine McConnell |Paul Crilley |Frank Miller |Ann Nocenti

My introduction to Daredevil was through the 2003 Ben Affleck movie. I'm not proud of that, but it is what it is. My brother had always been a much bigger fan of the character, and through his appreciation I was exposed to the complex, nuanced, and gritty details that my first impression of the hero had largely glossed over. Rife with themes of Catholicism, corruption, and morality, the Daredevil comics consistently deliver darker and more intense stories than many other corners of Marvel comics.

2 months ago | theportalist.com | Kelsey Christine McConnell |Larry Hama |Ed Brubaker |Alisa Kwitney

Since I got into comics—more years ago than I would like to document on the internet—Captain America has been one of my favorite heroes. Sure, his whole persona is a little cheesy and heavy-handed, but to a certain extent, that's comics, isn't it? And the writer's are self-aware enough to use it to their advantage most of the time. To me, Captain America has always served as a wonderful lens to examine the United States, for better or worse.

Nov 25, 2024 | the-line-up.com | Kelsey Christine McConnell

Asha Degree was a nine-year-old girl from a loving and cautious family. At the turn of the millennium, the Degree family saw how predatory internet influences could be, and kept a computer out of their home. In fact, for young Asha, her life in Shelby, North Carolina was entirely defined by school, church, and her extended family. Yet on February 14th, 2000, Asha snuck out with a backpack in the early hours of the morning and began walking along the highway through the pouring rain.

Nov 19, 2024 | the-line-up.com | Kelsey Christine McConnell

Tennessee is known for its incredible Southern cuisine, its rich music history, and its gorgeous scenery. But with its storied history also comes some unsettled spirits. Explore the dark and bloody devastation of the Civil War with the spirits that walk through battlegrounds and plantations. And while there are magnificent things like the historic theaters for the state to be proud of, there are some shameful stories from prisons they'd rather ignore…The past is waiting for you.