Embodied - by Wendy Chin-Tanner & Tyler Chin-Tanner (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"A unique collection of intersectional feminist poetry-in-comics, a collaboration between cis female, trans, and non-binary poets and comics artists"--<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Verse and visuals meet, with spectacular results. -- FOREWORD (Starred Review) <p/>"A thoughtful and vibrant dive into the art of cis female, trans, and nonbinary poets." - BOOKLIST <p/>This ambitious anthology of feminist comics poetry aims high, and soars. -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLY <p/>Pairing poetry with art highlights the imagery in a fuller way, which is where . . . Embodied finds its greatest success. -- COMICS BEAT <p/>There's nothing quite like Embodied in the comics world. -- WOMEN WRITE ABOUT COMICS <p/>Poetry and comics collide in this intersectional feminist anthology featuring twenty-one stories that explore the relationship between gender, identity and the body. A diverse array of award-winning contemporary poets and comic book artists who identify as cis women, trans, and non-binary, work together to create sequential art poems showcasing the relevance, urgency, and power of both genres. <p/>Beautifully illustrated and bracingly written, EMBODIED is a memorable collaboration between cis female, trans, and non-binary poets and comics artists showcasing the power of both forms in a stunningly unique keepsake volume that will be treasured for ages. <p/>Mystical, rooted, painful, joyous, and ecstatic; visions of the body, our genders, and our very identities from across the spectrum of contemporary poetry come together in this monumental intersectional feminist anthology where verse and comics unite in spectacular new ways. <p/>Featuring poetry by national bestseller Maggie Smith, Pulitzer Prize finalist Diane Seuss, and National Endowment of the Arts fellowship recipients Kendra DeColo, Jennifer Givhan, Vanessa Angelica Villarreal, Kayleb Rae Candrilli, Ruth Awad, and Paul Tran. <p/>This edition includes a study guide and a process art section. <p/>A percentage of the proceeds will benefit International Women's Health Coalition. <p/> <p/><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>BOOKLIST -- The pages of this anthology run the gamut of emotion and experience. The authors, representing a diverse selection, share 21 poems of joy, rage, sorrow, and defiance that are both beautifully illustrated and printed on standalone pages, letting readers see how the words can be shaped on their own. Artists provide artwork that illuminates the Narratives and emphasizes the mood and tone of the accompanying words. Themes of femininity and womanhood are presented in many ways, such as the straightforwardly named Poem, [You know what living means? Tits out, tits in the rain. Tits], and the hopeful To the cherry blossoms on 16th and Wharton. Back matter includes an extensive study guide, useful as a teaching tool and for anyone curious about influences and references found in several of the works. Many of the questions encourage interactivity, asking readers to consider their positions, their politics, and their own creativity. Recommended for those who would appreciate a thoughtful and vibrant dive into the art of cis female, trans, and nonbinary poets. <p/><br><br>FOREWORD (STARRED) -- Verse and visuals meet, with spectacular results, in the graphic anthology <i>Embodied</i>. Poetry is a visual medium, not just an oral one: the placements of words and blank spaces are often intended to appeal to the eye, and they affect the interpretation and enjoyment of a poem. This book makes full use of the opportunities for color and page design that are inherent to comic books-here, used to maintain or enhance the impact of poems. The poems and their graphic interpretations come from a lineup of award-winning women, trans, and nonbinary creators. After each artist's adaptation, the original text-only version of the poem is included, allowing for interesting comparisons. Some adaptations preserve the original appearance of the text, while others take a different tack, splitting or combining lines for a particular effect. The art is attractive and imaginative. In Bassam, a metaphor is depicted as something more than just a figurative truth: Each morning my heart is / a vulture beating its wings for scraps, it says. The words are accompanied by images of a scavenger alighting on a shoulder. Images from the poems are given form and shape, sometimes with daring, unexpected approaches, and always in ways that are complementary. The variation among the art and writing styles keeps every segment fresh and exciting. A study guide forwards two stimulating questions about each poem, regarding their subjects, techniques, and interpretations-enough discussion material to fill a university-level course. Also included are rough sketches from the various adaptations-a fascinating glimpse into artistic processes.<br>This book bridges the gap between comics and poetry, combining the best of both worlds. With a portion of the proceeds benefiting the International Women's Health Coalition, <i>Embodied </i>is a wonderful book that's well worth engaging. <p/><br><br><br>SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL -- Gr 10 Up-Focusing on sexuality, gender, identity, and nature, this graphic novel anthology of 23 feminist poems also explores related mature or emotionally heavy topics: sexual harassment, pregnancy and parenthood, miscarriage, and the implied violence of war, racism, or political upheaval. The artwork features some nudity in various poems, including at least one depiction of an explicit sexual act between two consenting adults. The lines of poetry are included in narrative boxes strategically placed throughout the illustrations, and are also shared immediately afterward as plain but intentionally formatted text. Though the illustrations are by different artists, the styles nevertheless complement one another through often cool palettes, occasionally relying on watercolor and colored pencil. The crisp blue of large bodies of water shows up in multiple poems, as do deeper-hued blues as they begin to approach the darker indigo depths of the night sky, occasionally punctuated by the warmth of a desert scene or a setting sun. The complexity of the artwork varies greatly, from simple loose, sweeping lines in front of color block backgrounds to intricate pieces with details that draw the eye to every inch of the imagery. Study guide questions and creator biographies can be found in the back matter, alongside samples of the process art. Creators and characters depicted are diverse in race, gender, and sexual identity.<br>VERDICT Given the combination of topic and format, this likely isn't one most teens will pick up on their own. Still, this varied collection of illustrated poetry has depth to both words and illustrations. High school collections where poetry is in demand, or where educators need texts for poetry units, will find it useful. <p/><br><br>One more to add. <p/>This ambitious anthology of feminist comics poetry aims high, and soars. -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLY <p/><br><br>There were some entries that I didn't feel a connection to. Maybe it was the approach or maybe the topic is something I can't relate to due to my own experience and background, but that may be the best thing about this anthology. That's what makes it inclusive and necessary. There is a story in there for everyone and an art style to suit different tastes, moods, and aesthetics. If you are looking for representation, it is in here. We are currently in a period of history where so much is changing but resistance against acceptance is still present. Works such as this, however, are a step in the right direction. - <i>THE BEAT</i> <p/><br>
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