A review by theybedax
Alters Vol.1 by Paul Jenkins, Leila Leiz
5.0
This book was phenomenal! I had no idea what it was about but grabbed it because I like dthe artwork. Having an amazing kickass trans superhero trying to figure out her new role in life is a privilege to see. While the author is cisgendered he speaks about the research and the counsel he keeps to make sure he is honoring Chalice's story and I think he does a damn fine job of it!
The editorials at the back are also informative and wonderful! Jenkins does this great thing where he talks about something significant he learned during the creation of that issue and I really appreciate them!!
Every month, I'm going to sign off by describing something significant I have learned during the research or writing of ALTERS. One of the most important things I've learned so far is the specific damage done when we mis-gender someone who has gone to the trouble of telling us who they really are. Mis-gendering is more than just rude, it can also be dangerous: it suggests that the person in question is merely "dressing up," and it can lead to direct attacks, both emotional and physical."
The editorials at the back are also informative and wonderful! Jenkins does this great thing where he talks about something significant he learned during the creation of that issue and I really appreciate them!!
Every month, I'm going to sign off by describing something significant I have learned during the research or writing of ALTERS. One of the most important things I've learned so far is the specific damage done when we mis-gender someone who has gone to the trouble of telling us who they really are. Mis-gendering is more than just rude, it can also be dangerous: it suggests that the person in question is merely "dressing up," and it can lead to direct attacks, both emotional and physical."