In “Superman & Me” Author Sherman Alexie explains how a comic book helped him as well as others to reach goals despite certain struggles. As a Native American Indian He came from a family that did not do so good economically. An illustration in a comic book would help Alexis read, write, and teach others and as a result he would help others do the same despite prejudice & poverty.

Living in a small industrial town in Michigan Terry McMillan experienced a harsh childhood. Despite hardships She explains how The Wizard of Oz helped her to endure and be optimistic. Even though the the movie was based on imagination Terry helps many to see there are still valuable life lessons such as focusing on the light at the end of the tunnel.

Terry & Alexie both were able to utilize their imagination in a way that helped them glean valuable life lessons that would help them and others. Interestingly they were able to do this as children which is very impressive because usually children would imitate or act out certain characters just for fun but Alexie and Terry did so in a way that would impact many. A distinction between the two writers were Terry was very detailed in what she observed in the movie thus highlighting in detail each of the characters and their roles, however Alexie was content with just a few images that he recalled from the comic book even though not remembering much of the context.