Mey

comics/graphic novels

Drawn to Comics

geekery

Drawn to Comics: ‘Beyond’ Anthology is Packed Full of Terrific Queer Sci-Fi and Fantasy

LGBTQ readers so rarely get queer-normative spaces, and so to have an entire book full of comics where people casually use “they” or “xe” pronouns, where women make offhand mentions…

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Oct 6, 2015

law and order

trans

tv reviews

“Law & Order: SVU” Adds Its Voice to the “Trans Debate” with the Confusing, Horribly Depressing “Transgender Bridge”

At one point in my notes I wrote “I’m really happy that they didn’t murder this trans girl,” only to watch her die in the hospital two scenes later. That’s…

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Oct 2, 2015

documentaries

genderqueer

gender

Emmy-Nominated Trans Docuseries “This Is Me” is Actually Good

Where “Transparent” succeeds in telling a trans story that’s largely focused on how cis people relate to and see trans people, “This is Me” goes one step further and shows…

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Sep 29, 2015

comics/graphic novels

Drawn to Comics

geekery

Drawn to Comics: Carey Pietsch Spins Magic With Her Comics About Witches and Healers

Much of Pietsch’s magic (get it?) comes from her ability to build a full, living world in her comics. In just a few pages she’s is able to transport her…

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Sep 29, 2015

comic awards

comics/graphic novels

geekery

2015 Autostraddle Comic and Sequential Art Awards: Winners Include Lumberjanes, Strong Female Protagonist, Bitch Planet

“That’s what these awards are, a deep and profound thank you to all of the people who make us glad that we didn’t listen when we were told that girls…

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Sep 22, 2015

comics/graphic novels

Drawn to Comics

geekery

Drawn to Comics: Kate Beaton Tells Us What Would Happen if Lois Lane Met Wonder Woman

Kate Beaton talks to Autostraddle about why Ida Wells is her hero, the fascinating Filles de Roi, and obviously Wonder Woman.

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Sep 15, 2015

regular

religion

astrology, tarot & witchcraft

Witch Hunt: Grab Your Mortars and Pestles!

Welcome back to Witch Hunt, a meeting place for witches of all kinds. We’re here with your monthly dose of witchy info, history, pop culture, ephemera and community!

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Sep 14, 2015

interview

lesbian webseries

gender

“Her Story” Stars Wanna Tell Real Trans Love Stories

Talking with three of the stars of trans-created webseries Her Story about love, representation, staffing a set with trans women and so much more.

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Sep 8, 2015

comics/graphic novels

youth and teenagers

geekery

Drawn to Comics: Maggie Thrash’s Debut “Honor Girl” Captures Teenage Camp Queerness

“So much of being a girl in this society is about people trying to CONTAIN you. When I think about camp, I get this gut feeling, remembering the sky above…

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Sep 8, 2015

comic awards

comics/graphic novels

geekery

Voting is Now Open For the 2nd Annual Autostraddle Comic and Sequential Art Awards!

Our goal is to recognize and celebrate webcomics, graphic zines, comic books, graphic novels and other forms of sequential art that feature both excellence in the art form and excellence…

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Sep 1, 2015

LGBT youth

Lumberjanes

geekery

In Lumberjanes Issue #17, Jo Comes Out As Trans and It’s So Awesome

“Jo’s trans identity was just another integral part of her character, and it developed very naturally — she was a leader, she was VERY passionate about being a Lumberjane, she…

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Aug 26, 2015

asexuality

identity

coming out

You Need Help: How to Best Be There for Your Newly Out Asexual Friend

In which I talk to my asexual brother about what they wanted and what they did when they first came out as ace.

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Aug 25, 2015