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2/5
First, it's the author's personal experience with alcoholism and her body, and I value her sharing her own experiences with such honesty. But, I had a hard time getting into it (probably the style of the delivery), and while I found some pages interesting, overall it wasn't my cup of tea.

I actually enjoy nonfiction graphic novels — it‘s like all the enjoyment of nonfiction with the marginalia (illustrations, editorial commentary) writ large.

There are several threads in this memoir and it was a fascinating process to walk along with her ruminations over the course of a commuting day.

This memoir in #comics format is a must read for anyone interested in gender dynamics and feminism. Erin Williams, an illustrator and cancer researcher, writes about recovery from alcoholism and how her addiction was tied to her sexual experiences. Simple line drawings with effective use of black and spot colour add grace and power to this honest, uncomfortable, and deeply moving work.

Personally not a fan of Instagram memes being right:
The only way out is through.

Men are able to dismiss the deficiencies of other scholarly men as products of their time rather than recognizing them as bigots who helped to perpetuate centuries of oppression.

Casting a wide net for this week‘s #weeklyforecast because apparently when I assign reading to myself I drag my feet to actually pick those books up 🙄🤷🏻‍♀️ There are some carryovers from previous weeks - and I‘m hoping to crack those open and make some progress - but mostly I‘ve selected some shorter options in order to entice myself 😂