Stan Lee online chat transcript from People Magazine's CompuServe forum, September 1, 1995

During the internet's early adoption, Stan Lee engaged directly with comic book fans in this live online question-and-answer session. The transcript captures Lee discussing Marvel's ambitious plans for translating comic properties to film and television, his streamlined creative process, and his candid opinions on the comic book industry's rapid changes. Topics range from technical questions about character development and artistic collaboration to Lee's thoughts on the Comics Code controversy and his advice for aspiring creators. The session also reveals Lee's enthusiasm for upcoming projects including Spider-Man, X-Men, and Fantastic Four adaptations, while addressing fan concerns about character integrity in different media. This interview how Marvel was beginning to use emerging digital platforms to connect with their audience and showcases Lee's accessible, encouraging approach to fan interaction during a pivotal period in both comics and internet history.