Comics for Choice: Illustrated Abortion Stories, History, and Politics (2nd Edition, New Edition)

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Hazel Newlevant Whit Taylor

Comics for Choice

Illustrated Abortion Stories, History, and Politics (2nd Edition, New Edition)

Hazel Newlevant, Whit Taylor, O.K. Fox

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Miscellaneous
22 March 2023

Graphic novels: true stories & non-fiction; Graphic Novel

Comics for Choice is an anthology of comics about abortion. As this fundamental reproductive right continues to be stigmatised and jeopardised, over sixty artists and writers have created comics that boldly share their own experiences, and educate readers on the history of abortion, current political struggles, activism, and more. Lawyers, activists, medical professionals, historians, and abortion fund volunteers have teamed up with cartoonists and illustrators to share their knowledge in accessible comics form. The stories in Comics for Choice showcase a wide range of abortion experiences from a diverse array of voices: trans voices, older voices, activist voices - relatable voices. With passionate pen strokes, artists share highly personal, moving, and even funny stories that defy stigma and stereotypes. From the days of illegal abortion services, to nationwide legalisation, to modern-day struggles of clinic closures and unequal access, contributors give an entertaining primer on the history of abortion in America, and how far we still have to go. Readers will be encouraged to get involved - standing up for abortion rights, fighting abortion stigma, making links between intersecting forms of oppression, and learning about reproductive justice. 'In a time when reproductive rights are under attack, Comics for Choice is a truthful narration of what often gets lost the history of abortion and the lived experiences of women and people who need abortion.' - Cecile Richards, Former President of Planned Parenthood. Comics for Choice contains comics from exciting cartoonists like Sophia Foster-Dimino (Sex Fantasy), Leah Hayes (Not Funny Ha-Ha), Archie Bongiovanni (A Quick & Easy Guide to They/Them Pronouns, Grease Bats), Jennifer Camper (Rude Girls and Dangerous Women), Ally Shwed (Sex Bomb Strikes Again) and Kat Fajardo (Gringa!, La Raza Anthology), and reproductive justice scholars like Rickie Solinger, (Reproductive Politics: What Everyone Needs to Know) Renee Bracey Sherman (Program Director, We Testify), and Dr. Cynthia Greenlee (Senior Editor, Rewire). This updated edition includes a new cover and additional comics that address the changing landscape of abortion rights.

Edited by: Hazel Newlevant, Whit Taylor, O.K. Fox
Imprint: Miscellaneous
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 262mm, Width: 170mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 370g
ISBN: 9798886200140
Pages: 308
Publication Date: 22 March 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Hazel Newlevant is a Portland-raised, Brooklyn-based cartoonist. Their comics include No Ivy League, Sugar Town, and If This Be Sin. They edited and published the anthologies Chainmail Bikini and Comics For Choice. They co-edited the anthology Puerto Rico Strong, published by Lion Forge Comics, which received an Eisner Award. Their comics have been honored with the Ignatz Award, Xeric Grant and the Prism Comics Queer Press Grant.

Reviews for Comics for Choice: Illustrated Abortion Stories, History, and Politics (2nd Edition, New Edition)

In a time when reproductive rights are under attack, Comics for Choice is a truthful narration of what often gets lost--the history of abortion and the lived experiences of women and people who need abortion. - Cecile Richards, President of Planned Parenthood The book is at once a rallying cry, a tender lament, and song of liberation that will resonate long after the final page is turned. - Publishers Weekly The comics collected showcase a wide range of abortion experiences from a diverse array of voices: trans voices, older voices, activist voices relatable voices. - Women Write About Comics The stories by each of these creators are deeply affecting, some are heartbreaking, some are relatable, but all are instantly connected... an excellent anthology that should be read by all, regardless of your political or philosophical ideology. - Graphic Policy