Comics for Choice: Illustrated Abortion Stories, History, and Politics

Edited by Hazel Newlevant, Whit Taylor, and O.K. Fox, Comics for Choice: Illustrated Abortion Stories, History, and Politics is anthology of comics about abortion. As this fundamental reproductive right continues to be stigmatized and jeopardized, over sixty artists and writers have created comics that boldly share their own experiences, and educate readers on the history of abortion, current political struggles, activism, and more. Lawyers, activists, medical professionals, historians, and abortion fund volunteers have teamed up with cartoonists and illustrators to share their knowledge in accessible comics form. 
The stories in Comics for Choice showcase a wide range of abortion experiences from a diverse array of voices: trans voices, older voices, activist voices—relatable voices. With passionate pen strokes, artists share highly personal, moving, and even funny stories that defy stigma and stereotypes. From the days of illegal abortion services, to nationwide legalization, to modern-day struggles of clinic closures and unequal access, contributors give an entertaining primer on the history of abortion in America, and how far we still have to go. Readers will be encouraged to get involved—standing up for abortion rights, fighting abortion stigma, making links between intersecting forms of oppression, and learning about reproductive justice.

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“Butterflies” is a 10-page comic written by Renee Bracey-Sherman and illustrated by Kennedy Tarrell. A love letter to small-network abortion providers, Butterflies details Renee’s experience with her own abortion as a young woman, and the future it gave her.

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Comics for Choice won the Ignatz award for best anthology in 2018

 
 
 
 

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