Citation: Kobabe, M. (2019). Gender queer: A memoir. Lion Forge.
This graphic autobiography is a heartfelt testament to the experiences of gender diverse people and how growing up can be made far more complicated for people who just don’t feel at home in their assigned gender. As a non-binary person, author/illustrator Maia Kobabe narrates the story of a life outside of the typical gender spectrum, one that is marked by the challenges of an atypical adolescence.
Beautifully illustrated and written, Kobabe recounts early struggles with gender roles during childhood, encounters with sexuality, and memories of coming out to family with misunderstood expectations. Challenging yet ultimately hopeful, Gender Queer helps readers navigate the turbulence, and occasional joy, of discovering one’s personal identity.