Tomboy: A Graphic Memoir

I read this memoir because it is on a list of books which some are trying to have banned from schools. The book is a very touching account of one person's experiences growing up while choosing to dress and act the way they truly are - even though this does not conform to what others feel is the 'right' way for a girl to dress/act. Due to being different, the author/protagonist faces bullying and ostracism but eventually finds the peace and happiness that comes from being authentic. I feel like this book would be a great read for anyone who feels like an outsider for simply being themselves. Even as an adult, I thoroughly enjoyed it and would be perfectly comfortable with my children reading it as well. There were some curse words (not the plethora one reviewer implied) and mentions of puberty and sex but all of these were fitting for the narrative. I see no legitimate reason for this to be included on a list of books to be banned from a High School - only the illegitimate reason of bigotry.

This book is amazing. By having the author tell her journey via memoir + with comics is fantastic. I love the fact that I can connect to this in SO many ways. Note their is some "language" in this book so if your against swearing by all think about getting this. Personally I have no issues with it but some may. Without a doubt I highly reccomend this to teenagers and older kids because it talks about gender and how there is no right way to be girl.

Graphic novel where Liz tells about her growing up preferring boy things and to literally be a boy and all the challenges not conforming to gender stereotypes presented in school. She perfectly captures what grade school and high school were like. Older women are key in her learning that she can still be a girl without liking the stuff society says girls should like. Bechdel test: Pass. Grade: A- P.S. The Kindle version does not skip from panel to panel as with some comics, but it's very readable if you have a larger-screened Kindle.

SO GOOD!!! This should be required reading in sixth grade. I would say kindergarten but most parents want to put off any talk of reproduction and drugs till later on, though such related history seems fairly mild to me in that department and is necessary in that it moves the story and the reader along Liz's tale of growing up a Tomboy with great empathy, charm and reliability to the business of growing up. It's good to be yourself. It's good to stick to your guns. It's good graphic noveling!

Although I grew up a tomboy and still have some tomboy ways, "Tomboy" wasn't my cup of tea. I like the art and I think Liz Prince painted a very clear picture of her youth. On the other hand, she was such a snowflake child! And granted I know it's because of internalized misogyny that no one pointed out until she was in high school, that didn't stop me from disliking her younger self thus not enjoying the book. It would've been great had she expanded on what she learned since then because, to me, that's the most important part of her journey. So yeah, not for me but I would recommend it to certain people. I think it's a good choice for girls and women who think they're better than other people because simply because they aren't feminine. Granted additional research or at least a nuanced talk about gender, misogyny, and self expression is needed for true understanding of the topics mentioned in the book. TW for casual body image language and bullying.

Cute and funny autobiographical comic about Liz Prince's childhood and youth as a Tomboy. Given that I did not grow up in the U.S.A., this comic gives me a somewhat daunting image of schools in America... seems like bullying and making fun of other people for being different is considered acceptable behavior....! It's a great book to reassure kids and grown-ups that one does not have to conform to what the majority of society dictates, and it's the best book for girls/women who don't enjoy dressing up in pink, wearing make-up, being super-Disney-princess-like girly, and who prefer pants to dresses!

I grew up as a tomboy and I still am in some ways. I felt like I never fit in at school because I wasn't a girly girl. I wish this book had existed when I was younger! It's so important for young girls to know that there is certainly not only one way to be a girl, but several ways! Thanks for a great read.

My first graphic novel. While I can't say this is the form I like to read in, it was a compelling look at gender. It has to take a lot of talent to write a memoir in such a way. In fact, this could have been my memoir, as I related to it so much. Liz Prince, while born a girl, does not fit into the typical "girl" stereotypes. Liz is a tomboy, who's first memory is that of hating dresses. She wants to wield a sword, not wear a Tierra. Yet, every Disney movie she sees, shows girls being rescued by boys. She begins to realize just how much a girls identity is shaped by boys attitudes. She states, " Girls shunned me because I acted like a boy, boys shunned me for being a girl, regardless or not if I acted like one." Prince's memoir takes us to high school when girls are now judging other girls. Liz is not gay, but is often called so. She simply wants to be the person she is most comfortable being. I loved how this memoir showed one girl's courage to do just that. I sure wish I had the opportunity to read this while I was younger. I'm going to buy a copy for every grade school girl I know.

Indispensable para todo el mundo que piensa que ser una chica va más allá de vestir rosa o jugar con muñecas en la infancia --E indispensable para los que lo piensan! Un cómic entretenido, real, bien dibujado y que te hace pensar. Chapeau Liz Prince!

Bought for my tomboy ten-yr-old daughter who is struggling with her gender identity now that she's approaching puberty. This made her feel tonnes better knowing there are others going through the same issues as herself. She identified with many of the situations - preferring boys clothes as they're cooler and boys toys as they're more fun - all her friends are boys - she's into karate and football (not ballet or Barbies) The comic book format is easy to read - but a word of warning to parents - there is some swearing /bad language in it which I don't really find that suitable for pre-teens - I didn't realise this when I bought the book!! But this is my only complaint about this wonderful book.

The book that started my Liz Prince addiction! And also the last of the Liz Prince books I needed to review! Wow, this book was wonderful. Unlike all the other Liz Prince books I read this one is a full-size novel and also has one continuing story. That of her being a tomboy. And no people, not just the kind of girl who doesn't like dresses. No we are talking about a girl who is more boy than girl. Who likes wearing boys clothes, who likes boy stuff, who (and I loved those parts) tried to pray to God to not get boobs or anything otherwise girly and there are some other things. Some of the things that Liz did seemed familiar, however my tomboyness from my youth didn't go this far. Sure, just like Liz, I was mistaken for a boy quite often in my youth, however I didn't really like it. Sure I was wearing t-shirts and shorts and had short hair, but come on that doesn't equal to being a boy. And that is where I love Liz even more. She is also wondering why, when a girl is wearing boyish clothes/has short hair/has boyish hobbies, you are not a girl any more. Why a girl is only someone who likes girlish stuff and glitter stuff. I know that feeling and I was so delighted to see someone else saying the same things that I think. At times I felt sorry for Liz, for just wanting to be one of the guys and not being able to be one due to well... still being a girl deep down inside. I loved the book, it is truly unique to find such a book like this about this topic. I don't think in all my years of reading I have found one like this. I would really recommend this to be read in schools (12+ though) or be used at education things. I am sure teens will love this, I am sure some will find several things that match with their situation. The art in this book is wonderful, and I really loved how the story went from when she was small (throwing a tantrum over a dress) to her being an adult and happy when a certain thing is said. You can see her grow up, struggle through her childhood, finding out horrific things in teenage-hood (and also finding out you can't escape love) and then growing up to be an adult. And even though Liz grows up, you can still clearly see younger Liz in there. There were several parts that I adored or had me laughing. Like the tantrum part at the beginning, or the part where kids were given sexual education and how most of the girls there were traumatized for life. And of course many other parts, too many to name. I would truly recommend this book to everyone. Be it because you like Liz Prince and her art, or because you have been feeling like a tomboy, or because of whatever other reason, everyone should read this one!

I got it on time, loved reading it and I could identify myself with the writer so much. A very good purchase for a (not so feminine) girl like me!

Yes my tomboy daughter (age 10) loved this book and it helped her and made her laugh (she said it had some swearing and references to sex but nothing she hadn't read before).