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Call for Papers: ‘Beyond the Graphic’ – Considering Violence, Sexuality and Obscenity in Comics

May. 13, 2016 by Ian Williams

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Call for Papers: ‘Beyond the Graphic’ – Considering Violence, Sexuality and Obscenity in Comics Special blog series – US Studies Online Edited by Harriet Earle (Birkbeck College, University of London) Since the 1970s, the comics form has skyrocketed in popularity and the types of comics we are reading – and how we are engaging with them – has changed dramatically. This new and developing type of comic is often referred to as a ‘graphic novel’, a term that is not universally accepted but allows readers to understand the ways in which the form is being used to tell multifaceted stories…. Read More

Categories: Call For Papers, comics, Conference Presenters, Medical Humanities Tags: call for papers, comics, Obscenity, sexuality, violence

Bloody Pussy

Sep. 3, 2015 by Comic Nurse

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Awaiting review. See interview with the creators here. Want to write a review? Email us.

Tags: feminist, sexuality

You’re So Sexy (When You Aren’t Transmitting STDs)

Sep. 22, 2014 by Comic Nurse

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Tags: contraception, sexual health, sexuality, STD

The Ring of Fire Anthology

Sep. 4, 2014 by Comic Nurse

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Tags: disability, sexuality, zine

Chili Story

Aug. 27, 2014 by Comic Nurse

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Video performance illustrated by comics about an allergic reaction. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ex9r5LFF0yw#t=14 Discovered via the Sins Invalid website, where other comic-illustrated videos can be found.

Categories: Uncategorized Tags: allergy, disability, food allergy, sexuality

Loving Each Other Safely (Books Beyond Words)

Sep. 11, 2012 by Ian Williams

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awaiting GM review Amazon blurb: ‘Loving Each Other Safely is part of the Books Beyond Words series of picture books that help people with learning and communication difficulties to explore and understand their own experiences. A loving relationship can be exciting and fulfilling. It can be difficult for people with learning disabilities to find a healthy way to look for intimacy in their lives. Use this book to help people explore their hopes and experiences. Guidelines are provided (as text at the back) for carers and supporters, health and other professionals providing support to people with learning disabilities. There is… Read More

Tags: Catherine Brighton, Helen Bailey, Jason Upton, safe sex, sex, sexual health, sexuality

Cycling: A Guide to Menstruation

Aug. 10, 2012 by Comic Nurse

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Awaiting review. Want to write a review for us? Read a review from Bitch Magazine here.  

Tags: menstruation, sexuality, women's health

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