readerxan's review against another edition
funny
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.25
Excellent and an easy read. It breaks down everything you might be questioning. The only reason for 4 stars is because I found myself getting confused a bit with the different sections, but overall, it was a one-sitting read and eas extremely informative.
rat_king6767's review against another edition
The app I was using didn’t have all the pages
trxkit's review
hopeful
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
4.25
Very informative and charming illustrations. This was a quick read for someone who is familiar with the concepts. I appreciated the inclusion and thoroughness of the asexual category as it is often left out of queer discussions, as well as the nod towards ballroom culture originating in poc trans and queer spaces. As a millennial I even learned a few new terms within the umbrella of the asexual spectrum. The language isn't condescending and is uplifting and inclusive. I would give this to someone who doesn't understand the difference between sex, gender, and gender expression, or someone who makes assumptions about how different identities may look or act. I would have appreciated a little more history of the terms in general, but it's a great introduction to inspire more specific research.
hereistheend's review
5.0
At first glance, I was enchanted by the fantastical comics of humans, snails, forests, and "sproutlings." The art is lovely and well designed, yes. But then I started reading, and my heart just about exploded. This is a lovely comic for all ages, for anyone (queer, questioning, or just desiring to be a thoughtful ally), about queer and trans identities. Chapters cover the word queer, gender identity, gender expression, sexuality, asexuality, dysphoria, coming out and the safety thereof, self respect and love, healthy and toxic relationships, and other resources. It's the most accessible, comprehensive queer informational text I've come across, because it is quick, detailed and multi-faceted, friendly, and gentle.
yokorie's review
4.0
A sweet little book that serves as an introduction to queer and trans identities for those beginning to explore them (or those that love them!) I found the art to be cute and whimsical and the use of snails as storytellers to be clever and quirky. As I am familiar with queer and trans identities in general I cannot comment on how the material would be received by someone who was unfamiliar with these identities, but I think the presentation of the material would be more than appropriate for teens and young adults at the youngest. As a primarily nonfiction book there is little to be had in the way of plot, but the authors have resolved this by including short "skits" between the larger "chapters" that help to highlight the ideas outlined in a hypothetical setting.