The newest entry into the Legend of Korra comics library delivers bite-sized stories that further explore a great mix of characters from the animated series in a mostly light-hearted manner.
REVIEW: Queer History Sparkles in Smut Peddler: Sordid Past
All the Smut Peddler comics compile sex-positive, more or less queer- and trans-positive, very NSFW comics. They’re big anthologies, full-color, with glossy production values, and they’ve already got a following, which they very much deserve: this sixth installment in the series hits in every way. I can’t think of an NSFW comic that I’d recommend…
Our Stories, Our Voices: Strong Words for Important Times
Our Stories, Our Voices: 21 YA Authors Get Real About Injustice, Empowerment, and Growing Up Female in America Edited by Amy Reed Simon Pulse August 14, 2018 When I was a young, queer, Latinx girl growing up on the East coast, my options for stories about people like me—even lived experiences by authors—were few and…
Draw the Line Offers Inspiration with Broad Strokes
Draw the Line Various creators, Myfanwy Tristram (editor) 2017 Draw the Line is an anthology webcomic, in which “over 100 comic(s) artists present positive political actions anyone can take.” It recently won the Broken Frontier Award for best Web Comic in 2017, and it does indeed offer a wide array of positive actions aimed at…
Five Atmospheric Reads for Halloween
I don’t know about you, but as soon as the calendar turns to September 1, I’m just about ready for sweaters, fuzzy socks, and a few spooky stories to pass the evening. With Halloween only a few short weeks away, your bookshelf might be in need of some creepy new additions as the days gets…