For teens aching for explicit representation in big mainstream science fiction, fantasy, and superhero stories, these references are a gift of inclusion. Shout Out is, in short, an essential collection for LGBTQ2IA+ teens, comics lovers, and keen readers of speculative YA fiction.
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Shout OutThis comics anthology offers a fun and vibrant collection of fantasy and sci-fi comics featuring LGBTQ2SIA+ heroes, from cyberpunks to Viking lovers and demon hunters.
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Shout OutShout Out may be founded on a theme of diverse queer stories, but it roars beyond that, telling stories of Vikings, fairies, virtual reality, superheroes and humans whose stories need to be shared.
CanLit for Little Canadians, on
Shout OutIf you need a Pride read, make it this truly excellent anthology of queer comics. If you want lovingly-rendered queer comics at any time of the year, this is a great read.
Love In Panels, on
Shout OutFive great reasons to check out TCAFOne of the joys of TCAF is discovering the little-known treasures among its dozens of creator tables... One example is Shout Out, launching at the festival this year and the first queer comics anthology aimed at young adult readers.
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Shout Out If you enjoy stories by queer creators, with loads of happy endings and heartwarming, mushy moments (especially some rep that we don’t see much in media, like queerplatonic relationships, aro-ace people, loads of trans rep, and more), you absolutely can’t afford to miss out!
Howling Library, on
Shout Out...the deliberate diversity and inclusivity of the collection forms an archive of queer feeling and experience that belongs on every bookshelf.
Raise Them Righteous, on
Shout OutThe artwork is fabulous and the writing is unique. Also, the humour and illustrations are wonderful and really had me laughing out loud! I highly recommend picking this book up.
Candid Cover, on
Shout OutSurprisingly Touching Monster TalesThe more lighthearted stories give you a well-needed break after the painful honesty of others, while the frightening plot twists of some create the spooky atmosphere one expects from monsters. I went in expecting cheesy movie monsters and came out with so much more.
Bleeding Cool, on
Wayward Sisters These are unique and deeply personal reflections on what it might mean to be a monster by a collection of exceptionally talented creators...
Newsarama, on
Wayward SistersBlood in Four ColoursTrue to its concept, Wayward Sisters celebrates diversity with tremendous success, both in content and tone. ... While the stories work as straightforward monster tales, they also function on another level, echoing feelings of isolation and nonconformity among their unconventional protagonists.
Rue Morgue, on
Wayward Sisters This collection of short comics were something I wasn’t expecting to hit me as hard as they did but I’m glad I found and was able to read them.
Graphic Policy, on
Wayward Sisters[This anthology is much that gives strength, spreads warm feelings, lets chills dance over the back and gives a friendly slap on the back of everyone who thinks they know everything about comics.]
Dragons Eat Everything, on
Wayward SistersAn important collection of stories that should not be missed. There is so much to learn and teach in it’s pages and every story is drawn so beautifully in it’s own way. This is an absolute can’t miss anthology this year.
Comicosity, on
Wayward SistersIf you have an appreciation for mythological creatures, monsters, and strong women you absolutely need to own this book.
The Pop Break, on
Wayward SistersNOW TorontoMore than just a CN Tower postcard, the series benefits from its gleefully geeky celebration of Toronto.
London Free PressThis pulpy publication is a who’s who of young comic talent in the country, bursting with eye-grabbing images and witty lines.
Ty TempletonIf you’re from Toronto, and you enjoy comics, then you have no excuse. This book was created LITERALLY for you. What else are you going to read on the Queen streetcar?
Hope NicholsonThe talent in Toronto is incredible, and this collection goes a long way to highlight the depth, ability, and diversity of emerging comic book storytellers in this city. Watch these names - if you don’t know them yet, you will soon!
Broken PencilThis anthology series has seized on Toronto’s place as a hub in the comic book world and showcases some of the next superstar artists that will surely break through as those before them have.
Jim ZubToronto is a wellspring of creative talent and this anthology is a perfect way to introduce people to the next generation of Canadian comic creators.
J. TorresToronto is considered a comic book mecca and if you didn’t know that before picking up this book, you’ll understand why after reading the diverse comics presented here by a collective of multi-talented creators inspired by their city.
Shaggy ShanahanA delightful genre-spanning love letter to the city we call home.
Jeff LemireToronto is a wonderful city. These are wonderful comics. That can’t just be a coincidence.
Kalman AndrasofszkyToronto is like a Hellmouth, but instead of evil, it draws outstanding comic book talent. Thanks to anthologies like this, the whole world will know.
Sam MaggsEqual parts whimsical, wistful, and weird, Wayward Sisters is the anthology by ladies for ladies that I’ve been waiting for. Toronto Comics has assembled one of the best femme teams in the biz for this one, and you can’t miss it.
S.M. BeikoAt times quirky, surprising, moving and true, the tales in Wayward Sisters show us monsters that are all at once familiar and constant: monsters that we face every day, or see in the mirror, and the importance of embracing the monster in all of us…shadows, scales, and everything in between.
Megan Lavey-HeatonThese are the sisters you need beside you - bold, unique, and unapologetic. The talent in Wayward Sisters is outstanding, there is a story in here for everyone, and the anthology will give you a new appreciation for the genre.