pickOof! That's an emotional gut punch. Can I only give it five stars?
Una sets her experience of child sexual abuse, bullying, "slut-shaming", rape and victim-blaming against the violently misogynistic social attitudes towards the victims of woman murderer Peter Sutcliffe* in the '70s and '80s. As a child branded a slut, Una describes her fear that she would become another murdered "woman of poor reputation," who the police and media judged ⬇️
pickMy #BookSpin @TheAromaOfBooks book this month was a graphic novel. I found and read this one (found on Libby) about this adorable little girl who visits her family in Mexico. As a guera, myself, a lot of it felt very “real“ but of course different too. I loved the Spanish throughout.
Also, pan dulce is life!!!
#NotAnotherGraphicMonday
pickThis was a beautifully illustrated memoir that dives into the reality of living in a world that was created without you in mind. A world that doesn't care to understand or accommodate your pain in a way that makes any sense at all. The wonderful feeling when you're surrounded by people who help lift the burden and discover life's small joys with you.
I raved about Thorogood's graphic narrative over the weekend & it has displaced one my selections for #bestof2025 (Barry Windsor-Smith's raw & gritty Wolverine: Weapon X). It's Lonely etc was a ceaselessly surprising, deeply touching portrait of an artist's lifelong mental health struggles & the solace & freedom they were able to find in art. This is one I will be recommending for awhile.
How is it already June?? Our book this month is Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe.
#WithTheBanned #buddyread
I loved this graphic narrative of a young artist as they struggle with their own work & mental health issues. It's Lonely At etc is one of the most creative graphic narratives I have read in awhile, but there is a strong emotional & personal core throughout so it never becomes tedious or overly cerebral. Instead, it is a surprising exploration of mental health & the power of art. Just absolutely remarkable.
pickI really enjoy the way Lucy Knisley's nonfiction comics are told. Her work is reflective and engaging. This book in particular is captivating as she reflects on different aspects of her life to pinpoint where her love of culinary experiences came from. I love the illustrated recipes throughout too and now really wish she had a graphic novel cookbook out. #comics #nonfiction #food
You are invited to view my latest video about books, dandelions, poetry & Marg Delahunty, Warrior Princess:
https://youtu.be/2CWyMvXmieA?si=Wstxyl09mFtKdjKn
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