Homebody

Home body is a heartwarming autobiography in a form of a graphic novel. I like how Theo Parish has used colours that people normally say represent girls and boys also I like how there is a diversity flag on the front cover. I rate this book ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Ila

Latymer Prep Shadowers

I found Homebody to be a really engaging and meaningful read—a heartfelt graphic memoir about growing up non-binary and finding a place to belong. It shares personal moments of discomfort and growth with honesty and warmth. The soft pastel illustrations—mixing close-up sketches and emotional scenes—create a calm, powerful background that brings the story to life. It’s recommended for ages 14 and up, but it’s especially helpful for teens who are exploring their gender identity, or for anyone looking for a kind and inclusive story. I’d rate it 8 out of 10.

Adam

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is a real-life based graphic autobiographical novel written by Theo Parish, who is non-binary and transgender. Through the book, they explore what it means to be themselves and to be who they want to be and not feel forced to act like a boy or a girl. I enjoyed the use of colour used throughout the book with the transgender flag (five horizontal stripes, equally sized, colored with two light blue, two pink, and a white stripe in the center.) The light blue and light pink represent the traditional colors for baby boys and baby girls, while the white stripe represents those who are intersex, transitioning, or don’t have a gender. Overall, I would rate this book a 7.5/10 and only for people for over 14, because of confusing concepts such as some homophobia, gender dysphoria, transphobia and dead-naming.

Arzoi

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Home Body is a wonder of a book. It really tells us that it’s ok to be trans or non-binary. My favourite relation to the illustrations is the colour scheme, what I love about it is at the front cover theo is holding the transgender flag which has blue and pink which is traditionally associated with boys and girls and then there is white which is a neutral colour. What I loved about this was the fact that throughout the whole book those were the only colours that you could really see on a page. I rate this 10/10

Kaan

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is an amazing book that shows how it feels to be non-binary. In this book, Theo shows that it is OK to be different. Theo goes on a quest to find their true identity. I like the use of the colours, blue, pink, white and purple because blue, pink and white are the colours of the transgender flag. My favourite page is the one with Theo looking up at the stars. I would recommend this book to anyone above the age of 11 and rate it 7.5/10.

Qianyu

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is a nonfiction graphic novel about someone who is nonbinary. Their name is Theo and they’re going on an adventure to see their true identity. I really like the fact that the colour purple is in the book a lot because normally for sexist reasons people say blue for boys and pink for girls. Because Theo isn’t a boy or girl they use the colour purple which you get when you mix blue and pink. I rate this book a 9/10 and recommend it to 12+.

Jasper

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is a well illustrated book that uses graphic novel style illustrations to show how Theo feels about being non-binary and transgender. This graphic novel also has hidden meanings, for example how all the colours are either pink, blue and white, the stereotyped gender colours. Every illustration is so powerful and I love the page where it says ‘the stars align’ as it has a second meaning to it ( I became my true self). I would recommend this book to ages 13+ as this book contains some mildly inappropriate graphics for children under 13 I rate it 9/10.

Alex

Latymer Prep Shadowers

I quite liked this book as it stands as an auto biography which is a graphic novel. As it talks about finding what it means to be home a safe place where you are accepted. I would recommend this book to those who are trans and non- binary if they are having a hard time being trans or non- binary as you are supported. I would recommend this book to people who are over 13 and I would rate this book a 7/10.

Zaahed

Latymer Prep Shadowers

I quite liked this book as it stands as an auto biography which is a graphic novel. As it talks about finding what it means to be home a safe place where you are accepted. I would recommend this book to those who are trans and non- binary if they are having a hard time being trans or non- binary as you are supported. I would recommend this book to people who are over 13 and I would rate this book a 7/10.

Zaahed

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Home Body is a heartwarming story about how Theo grew up as a trans-gender non-binary person and it tells us how they didn’t feel like a boy or a girl. I loved the colour way throughout the book and how the purple represents a colour that doesn’t represent a gender because stereotypically pink or blue are for boys or girls. I would recommend this book for 14+ especially for people that are non-binary because the book will help them build up their confidence I would rate this book 9/10

Matteo

Latymer Prep Shadowers

I Love Homebody because it tells people about being non binary and trans. I love this book shows other people what it feels like to be trans or non binary. I like how Theo Parrish used pink and blue as their colour scheme.This book should be 14+. I rate this ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ out of ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐!

Ailin

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is a great book about someone who is nonbinary and trans. It shows Theos story of finding themself. It shows daily struggles and trying to fit but in it Theo found it's okay to be different and that you are special whoever you are. The illustrations are very detailed and the colours are very well chosen as a mix of colours used in the trans flag. I would give this a 10/10 and recommend this book 11+.

Liberty

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is about a person going through changes mentally and physically. You can see in the drawings that the person's body is usually a house. The house symbolises that they feel safe and comfortable in their body. I love the colours that Theo Parish used. The colours blue and pink are there to show that they are a boy and a girl because those colours are stereotypical colours associated with those genders. My favourite drawing personally was where they were a knight, and that is Theo Parish’s favourite drawing too. They said it was their favourite drawing since it shows Theo Parish in armour symbolising that they have the power to define their own identity. I would rate this book a 7.5/10 and would recommend this book to ages 14+.

Jude

Latymer Prep Shadowers

This book is a visual autobiography which is told through an intimate graphic novel. Theo (the lead character) takes us on a rites-of-passage journey about self-acceptance and finally feeling confident in one’s own body. Issues around gender and identity are explored in a clear, and accessible way. The colours in this book are mostly blue and pink. These are used because they are colours of the LGBTQ flag , these colours are also the traditional “gender specific “ colours , as we associate these with girls and boys. I think this book explores how it feels to be non binary and I would recommend this for 14+.

Sara

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Home Body is an autobiography told through an intimate graphic novel about trying to find your safe place. I liked how they used purple because it showcases a colour that is a mix of pink and blue because those are the colours that people say boys can’t like pink or girls can’t like blue and he picked the colour just right in the middle of blue and pink. I think I would recommend this book 14+ because it is about being trans and non gender. 8/10.

Sebastian

Latymer Prep Shadowers

This book is an autobiography about Theo Parish who is transgender and non-binary person and it explores their life as they discover who they are. It also talks about the reactions and negativity from friends surrounding transitioning. I like how it’s in a comic book style because it makes the book more engaging and fun to read and how the colours represent the transgender pride flag which are the colours light pink, light blue, white, light blue and light pink. The age rating for this book is 14+. I would rate this book a 9/10 but it was hard to judge because I haven't been able to read the whole book.

Rhys

Latymer Prep Shadowers

This book is about a trans-gender and non-binary person's biography. They have had multiple setbacks in life including; bullying at school and people not accepting who they are. Theo Parish often wears mixtures of blue and pink, because there is a stereotype that boys like blue and girls like pink. They lived in a gender-relaxed family and grew up with siblings who would grow long hair and wear all colours. I would recommend this book for 11+ but a 10 year old could read it if supervised by a parent. 7/10

Charles

Latymer Prep Shadowers

I quite liked this book as it stands as an autobiography which is a graphic novel. As it talks about finding what it means to be home a safe place where you are accepted. I would recommend this book to those who are trans and non- binary if they are having a hard time being trans or non- binary as you are supported. I would recommend this book to people who are over 13 and I would rate this book a 7/10.

Zaahed

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is a well illustrated book that uses graphic novel style illustrations to show how Theo feels about being non-binary and transgender. This graphic novel also has hidden meanings, for example how all the colours are either pink, blue and white, the colours we traditionally associate with baby boys and baby girls. Every illustration is so powerful and I love the page where it says ‘the stars align’ as it has a second meaning to it ( I became my true self). I would recommend this book to ages 13+ as this book contains some mildly inappropriate graphics for children under 13 I rate it 9/10.

Alex

Latymer Prep Shadowers

An empowering book about Theo’s journey from binary to non-binary and how it is okay not to feel like you fit in. It also explains what Theo had to go through on their adventure to find themself, and how they pushed through despite the people that were against them and their community. Brilliant illustrations, I really like the punchy comic style in some of the pages, my favourite page however, is Theo as a knight because it really well shows how they were feeling. I’m sure this book helped some people who didn’t quite feel comfortable being binary, people who felt restrained by masculinity or femininity. I think it is appropriate for 14+, 8/10.

Liam

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Home Body is an amazing graphic novel on acceptance and understanding non-binary and trans gender people. In this book, the theme of trying to be who you are runs strongly through it. I like the use of purple throughout the book, because pink and blue mixed together are purple. I think this is clever because Theo is non-binary, and pink is often related to girls, and blue is often related to boys. I also liked the picture of Theo with his body as a house, because they are trying to find their home, and the name of the book is Home Body. I would recommend this book to anyone who is above 14, and especially to non-binary and trans-gender people, because it can show them and teach them about how to fit in. I would rate this book a solid 8.5/10.

Jessie

Latymer Prep Shadowers

This book is written and illustrated by Theo Parish, Theo is non-binary and trans-gender. This explains their story and their experiences about finding what it’s like to be them. I can’t read this book as it is 14+ but I have learnt a bit about it in lessons. I really loved that they used the colour purple for most of the illustrations as usually blue is mostly associated with boys and pink is associated with girls but purple is the 2 colours mixed showing that Theo has no specific gender and that no colour should represent a gender. I also like the layout and style. I would recommend this book to 14 - 21 year olds. Overall from what I have been able to learn I would rate this a 7.8/10.

Aria

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is a wonderful book about being trans and non-binaray, and trying to find a way home. As said in the book, Theo doesn’t belong in the Isle of Man, or the City of Women, but just in between. This is a brilliant book where Theo Parish, the illustrator, shows us that it's ok if we don’t have a certain path, or an exact gender, and that if we need to wander around to feel like our true self, that's absolutely fine. This book tells us that whether you’re someone who is trans, non-binary or even both, everyone should all be treated just the same. I think this is an amazing book, but as much as I want to recommend it to all ages, there are some inappropriate illustrations, therefore, I think this book is suitable for ages 11+. I rate this a solid 9.8/10!

Iris

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is a graphic novel about finding out who you are and feeling okay being yourself. The drawings use colours from the trans flag, like pink, white, and blue, which I think is great and really clever. I liked how the pictures change when the character feels different, and it makes you feel what they feel too. The characters look like real people, not cartoony, and I like that. My favourite bit is the american front cover where the main character is sitting on a roof. I would rate this 9/10 because it shows feelings in a very real way. Good for ages 14 and up.

Nikolai

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Home body is an emotional book talking about the life of a teenage boy and focuses on the awareness of neurodivergent people. What I found interesting was that Theo Parish (who are neurodivergent themselves) used pink and blue together which are the stereotypical colours for boys and girls. Theo also use lots of vignettes which were probably the second best vignettes after Clever Crow. I recommend for 13+ and rate it 8 out of 10

Ermis

Latymer Prep Shadowers

This book is written and illustrated by Theo Parish, Theo is non-binary and trans-gender. This explains their story and their experiences about finding what it’s like to be them. I can’t read this book as it is 14+ but I have learnt a bit about it in lessons. I really loved that they used the colour purple for most of the illustrations as usually blue is mostly associated with boys and pink is associated with girls but purple is the 2 colours mixed showing no colour should represent a gender. I also like the layout and style. I would recommend this book to 14 - 21 year olds. Overall from what I have been able to learn I would rate this a 7.8/10.

Aria

Latymer Prep Shadowers

This is a wonderful book about a trans and non-binary person who is taking the steps in getting to know their body. I really like the illustrations in this book and how at the beginning there are only 2 colours that run through the book but near the end a new colour starts to be used like a third gender. The way Theo created this book to express their feelings is phenomenal. I think this book is for teens and 14 plus. I would rate this book 10 out of 10.

Miraya

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Arwa

Rad readers

I really loved this book it’s so cute and wholesome but what I really loved is how it said if something didn’t feel right change it, fix it and don’t let others tell you what you can and can’t be. It also expresses that you should be yourself and love yourself instead of keeping that part of you hidden.

Arwa

Rad readers

The story of acceptance and discovering your identity is very powerful and moving in this book.Theo is a lovely person and I enjoyed reading about their situations throughout the book.10/10, I recommend it!

Lily

Sale High Readers

I like how Homebody is drawn and how they did the illustrations but in my opinion I think the pictures need more colours. I like how simple the pictures are drawn and I think it makes it more enjoyable to read. I think that the story sends a message saying if you are non-binary you are just like any other person. I would rate this book 7.5 for illustration.

Camilla

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is a well illustrated book that uses graphic novel style illustrations to show how Theo feels about being non-binary and transgender. This graphic novel delves deeper into gender discrimination and how some people don’t feel comfortable being classified as male or female. Theo Parish uses techniques such as stating the protagonists journey as a journey of finding yourself. I would recommend this book to ages 11+ as this book contains some mildly inappropriate graphics for children under 11. I rate it 4.8 stars out of 5.

Thibault

Latymer Prep Shadowers

This is a wonderful book about a trans and non-binary person who is taking the steps in getting to know their body. I really like the illustrations in this book and how at the beginning there are only 2 colours that run through the book but near the end a new colour starts to be used like a third gender. The way Theo created this book to express their feelings is phenomenal. I think this book is for teens and 14 plus. I would rate this book 10 out of 10.

Miraya

Latymer Prep Shadowers

I like how Homebody is drawn and how they did the illustrations but in my opinion I think the pictures need more colors. I like how simple the pictures are drawn and I think it makes it more enjoyable to read. I think that the story sends a message saying if you are non-binary you are just like any other person. I would rate this book 7.5 for illustration.

Camilla

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is an amazingly illustrated book which shows what it is like to be non-binary. It shows that there is no specific point or destination; there is only a path. They show that they are not in the Isle Of Man or City Of Women, they do not belong in either. They show what it is like to be non-binary and that sometimes there are difficulties like not fitting in. In Homebody, there are blue and pink colours representing stereotypical “boy colours” and “girl colours.” This is a wonderful non-fiction book and I recommend it to readers 12+. I rate this 8.5/10.

Isaac

Latymer Prep Shadowers

I loved the book. It was my favourite out of all the eight books. I like it because it shows that it is ok and normal to not know where you have been put on a map and try to take an adventure sometimes to figure out where you are. I like the use of colours it really matches the theme and the story. I recommend this book to anybody. I think the title is really clever because home is a happy, peaceful, heartwarming place and so is your body.

Jasmine

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is an amazing book and I really hope it wins. I love how Theo uses the colours pink, purple and blue to show how much we stereotype people just because of their gender. I love how Theo clearly shows that nonbinary and transgender people really have to go on an adventure. It shows how we treat boys and girls unfairly just because of their gender, and how we shouldn’t do that. Even though this book is an 14 plus book, I honestly think it should be 12 plus. I love this book and I hope it wins, so I will rate it a solid 10/10.

Leia

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is a powerful, heartwarming and a very emotional story. It is mostly about one’s journey to find their true self and identity, wherever they belong. It explores themes of acceptance, transformation and belonging in your community. It teaches us about transgender and non-binary people, this helps us respect and understand how people who are trans or non-binary feel. The moral of the story is that all people are different and that is absolutely fine, you are the person that you are, you are unique. Theo Parish is trans and nonbinary himself, this adds more to the story as it is his story that he has experienced himself., he writes his autobiography in a fun and captivating way. Every illustration is drawn and perfected, every detail is included. You can also tell that Theo has taken much care with drawing these pictures, I absolutely love Theo’s style of art. The thing that really caught my eye is that colours for all genders have been included, to show that he felt like every gender, blue for boys, pink for girls and white for both (this is also the trans flag colours) and this really boosted the themes of transgender and non-binary people. My favourite illustrations include Theo wearing his home as a Homebody and the picture of him as a knight. I would recommend this book to 12+ readers and teens trying to navigate their way through finding their true self and identity. I would rate this book a solid 100/10, I think everyone should read and enjoy the stories of this book

Zeynep

Latymer Prep Shadowers

I loved reading this as a Genderfluid person it relates to my experience and I think will help share the experiences of trans people in a world that so often ignores our stories and our problems. I love the way it was written to relate to trans people but also educate people who do not know much about what it's like to be trans making it perfect to teach people more about our experiences.

carys

Sale High Readers

Homebody is a powerful and emotional story about gender identity and the journey on how to find one's true self. It explores themes of acceptance and transformation. Theo goes on a quest to find their true identity. This book shows us the importance of finding a safe community where you are welcome. In one section of the book, the limited colour palette of different shades of purple suggests a theme of transgender, because purple is a mix of pink and blue. I’d recommend Homebody to ages 14+ who want to learn more about personal growth and self acceptance.

Jessica

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is an amazing book that I recommend for ages above the age of 12. I really like how Theo has used different colours that represent non-binary like, blue, pink, and white. My favourite part of the book is the front cover where it looks like Theo is holding a non-binary flag where the pink is for girls, the blue is for boys, and the white both boys and girls like. I think that this is a strong and powerful book that I recommend for people during puberty because it can help if you are going through the same situation as Theo. I rate this book 10/10.

Otto

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is a fabulous book. I really like Theo Parish's illustrations especially since the blue and pink reflect the transgnder colours. This book shows that everybody is unique and that you can go on any journey and make your own map to get there. It also tells you that you do not have to be a specific gender you just have to be you. I would say that this book is for 13+ children but anyone would enjoy it. I rate this book 4/5.

Ettore

Latymer Prep Shadowers

This book is an amazing book full of beautiful illustrations and discovers the story of Theo and how they find who they really are. The colours that are used, pink and blue, are the transgender flag colours and the colours associated with genders. The use of the colours, half blue and half pink, show how they aren't one gender or another they are just in the middle. Just themselves. This is such a great book and I absolutely love the storyline and the illustrations! I think this book should be for 11+ and I would rate this 10/10!

Bella

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is a really good graphic novel that focuses on the author and illustrator themself. I really like how Theo Parish talks about being non-binary and writes an autobiography in a fun way. His illustrations are detailed and really amazing. The illustrations just all fit and it just flows on the page. I love how he uses pink, purple, white and blue colour themes and it reminds me of how boys might be associated with blue and girls with pink, but mixing them together creates purple and that it’s wrong to do that. I would recommend this book to people over the age of 12, but this is a must read book because Theo Parish really tells their journey to finding the right place. I love this book and I would rate it an easy 9/10.

Paris

Latymer Prep Shadowers

Homebody is a story of a person who is having their own journey to see who they are. We follow this person on their journey to find who they are. I like the illustrations in this book because for example on the page Isle man or city of woman on a sign post they put nonbinary and pointed it in another direction. I recommend this book for 10 and over and I rate it nine out of ten because you can understand a bit of what that person has been through.

Arkady

Latymer Prep Shadowers

This was our overall favourite!

Group Vote

The Book Club @ JTHS-Library

It's very good because it is talking about trance and it will say that if you want to be that you can.

James

Bramcote College Library

I vote this book is because I read another book call HeartStopper and is kind of talking about the same thing. And I love how the express the felling of the person.

Vesta

Bramcote College Library

Morgan

Alexandra Readers

The illustrations were amazing. showed and expressed Theo Parish so well - they showed that we're all different and it's incredible how not only the words but the illustrations tell the story in the book the book was like a comic illustrations and words. I really recommend this. It's beautiful not only in the world but in the illustrations.

Patty patty

AE Shadow-readers

Home Body is such a magical and powerful book. I loved the illustration where they are trying on new outfits and they get to feel at home in their own body! I also loved Page 60... the loading screen was an excellent illustration. Overall, I would give this book a 10/10. (It took me 2 hours to read but I loved it.)

Jasmine

Rebel Readers

Homebody was really good! Theo was a very interesting character. I found the front cover to be very eye-catching. The story was one of hope and I really enjoyed the detail in all the illustrations. The colours were unusual. I loved it and gave it 9/10!

summer

Rebel Readers

This book was a breath of fresh air in which shows us a different perspective of the trans community. Theo shows us a long journey of finding ourselves and becoming comfortable in our own skin. I personally loved this book as it not only showed us the highs but also the lows but also showed many support systems like friends, family, ect and how they can help us become the best versions of ourselves. Amazing book!

Ellie

OLSB Shadowers

The book “Home Body” is about finding the true version of yourself. It compares it as a journey to find your own pronouns, looks, styles and your own body. It also says “they say your body is a temple but mine more feels like a rental” I feel like this quote applies to a lot of people who are trying to find their sexuality. Overall, this book was quite good and a quick read for me (about 30 minutes). I would recommend this book, 8/10.

Tahlia

KSA Book Wolves

I love how this book takes you through the journey of Theo's discovery, teaching the reader about being gay, transgender and non-binary along the way! I feel like it's really educational and could help a lot of people worldwide who are struggling with their identity. However I do wish that the book could be longer and that we could hear from the Theo of each time period so we got more of a sense of what they were going through in each time period in more detail :) Would recommend book to anyone though it's so good

Freya

Loyal Judging Society

I was blown away by the sensitive and gentle nature of Theo. I felt that through reading the book I was going on a journey with them. The art work supported the story and clarified points throughout the book.

Lisa

Books and Biscuits ECC

✨ A gentle, joyful coming-of-gender graphic memoir that everyone should read. Yes, even you, Steve from HR. Theo Parish’s Homebody is a beautifully illustrated, emotionally honest exploration of gender identity, self-love, and the winding path to authenticity. With clarity, charm, and a journal-style intimacy, Theo walks us through the awkward, the tender, and the quietly radical moments of growing up nonbinary. From misgendered Happy Meals to the euphoria of chosen names, this is a story that feels both deeply personal and universally resonant. As an educator, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this to any gender-questioning student, or to any adult who could use a little help understanding why language, pronouns, and self-definition matter. 💬 “We are all just trying to find a place to call our own.” Homebody reminds us that the journey to self doesn’t need to be perfect, it just needs to be ours. Recommended for: questioning teens, supportive grown-ups, and anyone who’s ever tried to fit into a box that was clearly the wrong shape.

Mrs Naden

Lostock Carnegie Shadowers

Home Body Playlist: I wanna be a boy - Addison Grace The village - Wrabel Transgender - Crystal Castles Build-A-Bear – Maggie Brewer I wish i were a boy – MJ. Gender is boring – She/Her/Hers Perfect nothing – Ghost and Pals

Lacie-Mae

KSA Book Wolves

The book “Home Body” is about finding the true version of yourself. It compares it as a journey to find your own pronouns, looks, styles and your own body. It also says “they say your body is a temple but mine more feels like a rental” I feel like this quote applies to a lot of people who are trying to find their sexuality. Overall, this book was quite good and a quick read for me (about 30 minutes). I would recommend this book, 8/10.

Tahlia

KSA Book Wolves

Home Body Playlist: I wanna be a boy - Addison Grace The village - Wrabel Transgender - Crystal Castles Build-A-Bear – Maggie Brewer I wish i were a boy – MJ. Gender is boring – She/Her/Hers Perfect nothing – Ghost and Pal

Lacie-Mae

KSA Book Wolves

Clare

The CCG Shadowers

Clare

The CCG Shadowers

I like the colour scheme of the book and how it limits itself to the trans flag colours. This shows the way the person changes throughout the story. It also merges with a bit of fantasy, easing the the topic and using a nice extended metaphor which symbolises how you don't have to belong anywhere, and you can be want you want to be. Personally, I wouldn't read the book again as I don't find it very engaging. 6.5/10

Ehinomhen

Bacon and Eggs Literary Society

Home body is a nice book of exploring yourself, I liked the way they embraced its self and tried to stand out and not fit in the drawing were out standing and the plot is pretty easy to understand.

Miley

Rebel Readers

The illustrations are very creative. I think it could have been a bit better but I love the moral of this book. I would recommend this to people who like to read comics or books in first person. I like the comic style of the book. The boy is creative like the style of the book as if he wrote it.

Una

Barrow Bookworms

I really like the idea of the book. Trying to find youself in the world and doing things that can help you find out who you really are is really good! Theos decisions have gave him a positive impact to his life and even when things go down hill, he always climbs back up to find his home body. I really like this book!

Adam

Carnegie@StBede’s

I think that it is age appropriate and it teaches you that its ok to be different if you think you are and that if you are transgender you are not alone and there are people like you. The colours used really do match the theme, I like the graphic novel style and think this is a good choice for a topic/theme that can be difficult to discuss or talk about. The comic style illustrations help with this.

Harry

The WH shadowers

This is a book shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal for Illustration and I think it deserves to be.  The pictures merge with fantasy and are playful which makes what could be a difficult topic of finding your true authentic self as a trangender/ cisgender person seem less daunting.  The author/ illustrator uses muted colours and simple but effective drawings in a comic strip/ graphic novel style.  In my opinion, this is a thought-provoking and helpful book.

Ms Shakhov

Carnegie@StBede’s

Presented in a comic book/graphic novel style is a very clever way to engage readers. The use of colour is beautiful and the pink, blue and grey tones will resonate with those who have read Heartstopper. The font that was used throughout the book made it very easy to read and the colours calming. The message is told in a simple and effective way following his journey to discover who he is. A great book for those looking to understand for themselves or for those around them. Some of the topics mentioned are certainly for older readers - a reason for the 14y+ recommendation.

Mrs Whittaker

The WH shadowers

Home Body By: Theo Parish Overall review: Home Body is a Great book which is great for many ages and for those who are part of the LGBT+ community or those transitioning, as it’s very inspiring and shows that there are struggles but to reach the good you must first go through the bad. The design is very unique and fascinating as they chose to specifically use the colours pink and blue which is fitting for a book about the journey of transitioning, and it has a fun comic like design to it making it even more enjoyable to read. Notes: There are uses/ mention of: dead naming, homophobia, transphobia and gender dysphoria. This has been mentioned as, these topics can be triggering to some, and I do feel that there should be a little

Lacie-Mae

KSA Book Wolves

Home Body By: Theo Parish Overall review: Home Body is a Great book which is great for many ages and for those who are part of the LGBT+ community or those transitioning, as it’s very inspiring and shows that there are struggles but to reach the good you must first go through the bad. The design is very unique and fascinating as they chose to specifically use the colours pink and blue which is fitting for a book about the journey of transitioning, and it has a fun comic like design to it making it even more enjoyable to read. Notes: There are uses/ mention of: dead naming, homophobia, transphobia and gender dysphoria. This has been mentioned as, these topics can be triggering to some, and I do feel that there should be a little

Lacie

KSA Book Wolves