Bishakh Som, Author at Autostraddle

illustration

trans

Scenes from a Gender 05: The Prehatching Years

I was mortified, to be sure, but also honored and validated, to be on the girls’ team. And oh yes, honey – I’ve never left.

Bishakh Som —

Oct 28, 2021

trans

transgender

Two humans cuddle on a couch while a cat sits with them.

society + culture

Scenes from a Gender 04: Stories of Trans Love

Four submissions about trans people loving all up on another, in not just romantic ways! Illustrated by Bishakh Som.

Bishakh Som —

Feb 13, 2021

trans

Two people placing their palms together.

society + culture

Scenes from a Gender 03: Trans Resilience Throughout 2020

In a year of incredible trials, the trans community has continued to build the connection and interdependence necessary to thrive and usher in a better world.

Bishakh Som —

Dec 31, 2020

trans

trans artists

pop culture fix

Scenes from a Gender 02: Illustrated Moments of Trans Womanhood

“I have a question!” she exclaims. Stepmom knows where this is going so she tries to head her off, but the child will not be dissuaded. “My question is,” —…

Bishakh Som —

Sep 17, 2020

trans

trans artists

first person

Scenes from a Gender: Illustrated Moments of Trans Womanhood

Four scenes from my life as a trans femme.

Bishakh Som —

Jul 17, 2020

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Scenes from a Gender 05: The Prehatching Years

Scenes from a Gender 04: Stories of Trans Love

Scenes from a Gender 03: Trans Resilience Throughout 2020

Scenes from a Gender 02: Illustrated Moments of Trans Womanhood

Scenes from a Gender: Illustrated Moments of Trans Womanhood