Author Details
Alex Schlesinger is a Social Worker, social work trainer, and freelance Comics News journalist based out of Seattle, Washington. While Alex is new to journalism, his time at Screen Rant has quickly made writing a passion, particularly when he gets to write about the X-Men or queer-focused comics from LGBTQIA+ creators.
Industry Focus
As a Comic News writer for Screen Rant, Alex's main focus is on Marvel Comics news, theories, and analysis, although he will also write about anything DC Black Label. Alex also loves to write about exciting new covers, fanart, and cosplay, inspired by beloved Marvel and DC heroes and villains.
Favorite Media
In particular, Alex's writing for Screen Rant focuses on the X-Men, after his love for Marvel's Merry Mutants was reignited following 2019s House of X/Powers of X relaunch. After nearly two years writing for Screen Rant, Alex has written over 400 articles about the X-Men, and he has ZERO plans to stop!
Latest Articles
"No More Humans": Professor X Is Officially A Worse Villain Than Magneto Ever Was
Xavier, former leader of the X-Men, has revealed a deep betrayal, siding with Nimrod and Orchis in a deal to save mutantkind by ending humanity.
X-Men Is Resurrecting a Founding Member with New Connection to the Phoenix - Theory Explained
A preview for Giant-Size X-Men shows a younger, classic version of Angel coming face-to-face with Phoenix, teasing how Warren could be resurrected.
Ms. Marvel And Wolverine Take Over New York In NYX: Full Roster Explained
X-Men's upcoming NYX series will follow Ms. Marvel, Wolverine, Anole, Prodigy, and Sophie Cuckoo as they navigate a tough new post-Krakoa world.
All 11 Lives of Moira X, Explained
The iconic Moira X has become one of the X-Men's greatest enemies, using the knowledge she has from her previous 10 lives to destroy all mutantkind.
Jean Grey Finally Embraces Her Terrifying Cosmic Potential In New Phoenix Series
Jean Grey stars in a new Phoenix solo series from Stephanie Phillips and Alessandro Miracolo, following the X-Men hero on a bold cosmic adventure.
New X-Force Roster Finally Gives X-Men's Most Underrated Mutant His Own Team
The newest evolution of X-Force will be led by the mutant inventor Forge, working alongside Betsy Braddock, Rachel Summers, Sage, Surge, and Tank.
"My Most Respected Foe": Magneto Respects 1 Shocking X-Men Hero Above All Others
The iconic 1993 X-Men storyline "Fatal Attractions" reveals that the harsh mutant Magneto respects one shocking X-Men hero more than any other.
"All-Blood The Necrospear": Marvel's New Symbiote Weapon is Officially Strong Enough To Kill a God
Carnage's new weapon - the terrifying All-Blood the Necrospear - is able to slaughter a King in Black with ease, a monstrous accomplishment.
Professor X Just Betrayed Cyclops in a Way He'll Never Forgive
Professor Xavier, in a desperate bid to save his X-Men and all of Earth, has brutally betrayed Scott and Jean Grey by shooting their daughter Rachel.
Avengers' New Speedster Puts a Body Horror Twist on Quicksilver's Powers
The Uncanny Avengers of Earth-93068, encountered by the Weapon X-Men in their Multiversal travels, includes the incredible speedster Transonic.
Cyclops' New Base Is the Perfect Insult to the X-Men's Enemies
Avengers #12 reveals that Cyclops' new Alaskan base of operations for his X-Men in From the Ashes will be a destroyed Orchis base.
Iron Man Reveals Why The Avengers Haven't Helped The X-Men During Fall of X
A preview for Avengers #12 reveals that Tony has asked the Avengers to not interfere with the X-Men's war against Orchis, until the time is right.
Enjoy Aang's Full Journey as Avatar: The Last Airbender Hits WEBTOON
Dark Horse Comics announces that their acclaimed official Avatar: The Last Airbender graphic novels are coming to WEBTOON, starting with The Promise.
Magneto Is Officially Reborn in X-Men Canon - How He Died & Why He's Back
After an intense journey, Storm has successfully convinced Magneto to return to life, setting him on a new path as a revitalized leader of mutantkind.
Wolverine's Tribute to His Fallen Friends Shows How Truly Tragic His Life Is
Over more than a century Wolverine has lost countless friends and loved ones, many of whom he tragically has buried in a private Tokyo graveyard.
Queer X-Men Icons Captain Britain & Rachel Summers To Star In New Marvel Series
Marvel reveals that Betsy Braddock and Rachel Summers will star in an unrevealed new series as a part of the X-Men's upcoming From the Ashes era.
Iconic Marvel Mutants Get Ultimate X-Men Redesign for New Continuity
The magical Nico Minoru, of Runaways fame, and the fan-favorite Academy X mutant Surge are both joining Momoko's Ultimate X-Men universe!
Juggernaut's New Costume Settles His Purpose in the Marvel Universe
Cain Marko's impressive new suit for the X-Men's "From The Ashes" relaunch cements his role with the mutants as a hero, protector, and trusted ally.
Marvel Confirms Plans to Introduce Black Panther & [SPOILER]'s Child
Ultimate Black Panther #2 teases a romance between King T'Challa and the revolutionary Storm, foreshadowing that the iconic heroes will have a child.
X-Men Debuts Jean Grey’s New Costume As She Finally Accepts the Power of the Phoenix
A breathtaking "Foreshadow" cover for FoHoX #4 reveals a stunning new Phoenix suit for Jean Grey, teasing her full fusion with the Phoenix Force.