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Voices That Count
Brought to life by a host of talented creators, this graphic novel anthology dissects what it means to be a woman in today’s hyper-masculine world.
VOICES THAT COUNT is a collection of short comics that celebrates women. Printed in English for the first time, this Spanish collection highlights and uplifts women’s voices, collecting their stories of life, love, and empowerment. Interacting with everything from the realities of gender imbalance in the workplace—through a gender-flipped lens—to toxic beauty standards taking a toll on the body image of young girls, VOICES THAT COUNT gives women a space to recount their struggles and triumphs.
In the words of artist Ada Diez, “This comic shows the importance of an unconditionally supportive family environment, the necessity of the right educational groundwork as a feminist principle, and the key to fight for your dreams—understanding the importance of an individual’s independence, forgetting what’s been established by gender rules.”
This inspiring and thought-provoking volume collects nine stories from some of Spain’s best and brightest female authors and illustrators.
“Julio”, por Julia Otero (Julia en la Onda) y Ada Diez (Hits With Tits)
“24 horas”, por Lola García (La Vanguardia) y Agustina Guerrero (La Volátil)
“El bicho”, por Diana López Varela (No es país para coños) y Akira Pantsu (Planeta Manga)
“Auctoritas”, por Estefanía Molina (La Sexta Noche, Al rojo vivo) y Ana Oncina (Los f*cking 30)
“Soledad”, por Eva Amaral (Pájaros en la cabeza) y María Hesse (Frida Kahlo, Bowie, El placer)
“Más mujer”, por Leticia Dolera (Morder la manzana) y Raquel Riba Rossy (Lola Vendetta)
“Pasos de tortuga”, de Sandra Sabatés (El intermedio) y Sandra Cardona (Bouillon)
“Por una falda de plátanos”, de Almudena Grandes (Los besos en el pan) y Sara Herranz (La persona incorrecta)
“Mzungu”, de Patricia Campos (Tierra, mar y aire) y Sara Soler (En la oscuridad)
VOICES THAT COUNT is a collection of short comics that celebrates women. Printed in English for the first time, this Spanish collection highlights and uplifts women’s voices, collecting their stories of life, love, and empowerment. Interacting with everything from the realities of gender imbalance in the workplace—through a gender-flipped lens—to toxic beauty standards taking a toll on the body image of young girls, VOICES THAT COUNT gives women a space to recount their struggles and triumphs.
In the words of artist Ada Diez, “This comic shows the importance of an unconditionally supportive family environment, the necessity of the right educational groundwork as a feminist principle, and the key to fight for your dreams—understanding the importance of an individual’s independence, forgetting what’s been established by gender rules.”
This inspiring and thought-provoking volume collects nine stories from some of Spain’s best and brightest female authors and illustrators.
“Julio”, por Julia Otero (Julia en la Onda) y Ada Diez (Hits With Tits)
“24 horas”, por Lola García (La Vanguardia) y Agustina Guerrero (La Volátil)
“El bicho”, por Diana López Varela (No es país para coños) y Akira Pantsu (Planeta Manga)
“Auctoritas”, por Estefanía Molina (La Sexta Noche, Al rojo vivo) y Ana Oncina (Los f*cking 30)
“Soledad”, por Eva Amaral (Pájaros en la cabeza) y María Hesse (Frida Kahlo, Bowie, El placer)
“Más mujer”, por Leticia Dolera (Morder la manzana) y Raquel Riba Rossy (Lola Vendetta)
“Pasos de tortuga”, de Sandra Sabatés (El intermedio) y Sandra Cardona (Bouillon)
“Por una falda de plátanos”, de Almudena Grandes (Los besos en el pan) y Sara Herranz (La persona incorrecta)
“Mzungu”, de Patricia Campos (Tierra, mar y aire) y Sara Soler (En la oscuridad)
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First published February 17, 2021
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June 19, 2022
"Pioneer women are rarely appreciated, our professionalism is put into question. We need to constantly prove we're the best at everything."
"Voices That Count" is a graphic collection of nine beautifully written comics penned by Spanish writers and masterfully drawn by nine distinct artists. This Spanish collection has newly been translated into English. The storytelling in each comic is unique, the artistic drawings are captivating.
Julio
"Nothing will empower a woman more than a feminist father...He educated me not to tolerate any meddling in my life, nor to my individual freedom."
24Hours
A fever dream of gender role reversals: men earn less money than women, the new male journalist recruit is leered at and viewed as "a hunk", and four women analyze a football game.
The Bug
A girl with a new belly button piercing is body shamed by hearing the words "flabby abs". "From that innocent comment onward, my life changed forever." "...there will always be a schmuck willing to destroy your self esteem..." Trust in yourself!
Mzubgu
Never stop doing something you are passionate about... [if] you are different than everybody else due to your gender, culture or ethnicity.
"Progress isn't a straight line." From a young age, one must take the extra steps toward empowerment. What women have to say matters! This graphic anthology is focused upon themes of enlightenment and encouragement to be your best self. A read for all ages.
Thank you IDW Publishing and Net Galley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
"Voices That Count" is a graphic collection of nine beautifully written comics penned by Spanish writers and masterfully drawn by nine distinct artists. This Spanish collection has newly been translated into English. The storytelling in each comic is unique, the artistic drawings are captivating.
Julio
"Nothing will empower a woman more than a feminist father...He educated me not to tolerate any meddling in my life, nor to my individual freedom."
24Hours
A fever dream of gender role reversals: men earn less money than women, the new male journalist recruit is leered at and viewed as "a hunk", and four women analyze a football game.
The Bug
A girl with a new belly button piercing is body shamed by hearing the words "flabby abs". "From that innocent comment onward, my life changed forever." "...there will always be a schmuck willing to destroy your self esteem..." Trust in yourself!
Mzubgu
Never stop doing something you are passionate about... [if] you are different than everybody else due to your gender, culture or ethnicity.
"Progress isn't a straight line." From a young age, one must take the extra steps toward empowerment. What women have to say matters! This graphic anthology is focused upon themes of enlightenment and encouragement to be your best self. A read for all ages.
Thank you IDW Publishing and Net Galley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
February 28, 2021
Me sabe a poco. El trabajo de las ilustradoras es maravilloso, pero el de las escritoras me parece que se ha quedado corto.
February 19, 2021
Escucho cada tarde el programa de Julia Otero en Onda Cero, me gusta mucho el papel de Estefanía Molina como politóloga, por las noches veo a Sandra Sabatés en la Sexta y admiro mucho el trabajo de Leticia Dolera como directora. Puede decirse que son 4 de mis mayores referentes en cuanto a comunicación y feminismo. Por eso, cuando vi que habían colaborado juntas en un libro, no pude más que emocionarme. El mismo día de su salida, ya tenía este libro en casa. Y el resultado no ha defraudado.
Se nota que esta antología se ha hecho con muchísimo cariño. Me ha encantado además que se haya desarrollado a través del cómic, un mundo donde la presencia femenina es cada vez mayor y viene pisando fuerte.
Algunas de las historias me han cogido un pellizco en el estómago. Como mujer es fácil verse reflejada en muchas de las situaciones que las autoras comparten y gracias al apoyo de esas magníficas ilustraciones conectar y empatizar aún más con ellas.
Mención especial a la historia de Diana López Varela y su relación con la anorexia, con la que llegué a derramar algunas lágrimas.
Se nota que esta antología se ha hecho con muchísimo cariño. Me ha encantado además que se haya desarrollado a través del cómic, un mundo donde la presencia femenina es cada vez mayor y viene pisando fuerte.
Algunas de las historias me han cogido un pellizco en el estómago. Como mujer es fácil verse reflejada en muchas de las situaciones que las autoras comparten y gracias al apoyo de esas magníficas ilustraciones conectar y empatizar aún más con ellas.
Mención especial a la historia de Diana López Varela y su relación con la anorexia, con la que llegué a derramar algunas lágrimas.
August 13, 2022
It was interesting to see the different stories of these women. I also really enjoyed the different art styles. I just wish we got a little more background of these women and in some of the stories a different way to include more information.
November 12, 2025
Nos muestran que tampoco ha sido fácil para ellas, que llegar a donde están ha requerido valor, constancia y fe. por eso mismo inspiran tanto: porque muchas de ellas son nuestros referentes, mujeres que nos recuerdan que si amas algo, debes hacerlo.
Historias breves, sinceras y llenas de fuerza. Relatos que animan a perseguir los sueños, y que nos recuerdan que nuestras voces -todas ellas- cuentan.
Puntuación 4/5⭐
Historias breves, sinceras y llenas de fuerza. Relatos que animan a perseguir los sueños, y que nos recuerdan que nuestras voces -todas ellas- cuentan.
Puntuación 4/5⭐
March 5, 2021
Compré este libro con las expectativas muy altas y con mucha ilusión de disfrutar una colección de historias creadas enteramente por mujeres. Desgraciadamente, aunque el arte en general está muy bien, las historias en sí me han decepcionado. Las únicas que me han conmovido y gustado realmente han sido la de El Bicho y la de Más Mujer. La de 24 Horas no está mal. Las demás bastante bleh, y eso que Ana Oncina es mi ilustradora favorita y María Hesse también me suele gustar mucho. Pero la historia de Auctoritas me parece un desperdicio para el talento de Ana Oncina y ojalá hubieran usado el arte de María Hesse con una historia más interesante en vez de con un poema que no me ha dicho nada. Mzungu es la única que puede ser pasable, está bien escrita y es una historia bonita, aunque el arte no me haya encantado. Pero las demás historias me tuve que obligar a terminar de leerlas, y eso que eran cortas, pero si me hubiera leído el libro en una tienda esas las habría saltado por completo. Por último, la historia de Por Una Falda De Plátanos, no entendí absolutamente nada y sigo sin saber de que iba, me parece demasiado abstracto y subjetiva? No sé, no entendí nada y la falta de ilustraciones no ayudó.Desgraciadamente me compré el libro y ya no puedo devolverlo, y se va a quedar en mi estantería sin volver a ser leído nunca más.
March 8, 2021
nueve relatos ilustrados.
nueve escritoras y diez ilustradoras, una de ellas creadora de la genial cubierta.
Las autoras explican sus propias experiencias personales. Todo ello, unido a las maravillosas ilustraciones que acompañan cada relato, haciéndonos más palpable cada uno de los versos de la narración.
Historias sencillas de mujeres, historias amenas, que no te dejan indiferente ante una realidad de pasteles apagados que todavía nos rodea y en la que paso a paso avanzamos para tornarla de colores brillantes.
Un camino para sentirnos más nosotras. Dentro de un mundo que nos pertenece a nosotr@s.
Sin quedarnos atrás en las ganas: por mejorar, por cumplir metas, por quitar lastre y por seguir persiguiendo nuestros sueños.
Y no, esto no es un anuncio de compresas... porque ya pasaron a la historia.
Porque a mí sí, me gusta ser MUJER*, amiga, amante, compañera, tía, hija, sobrina y todas esas palabras que definen mi día a día, en este lugar llamado mundo.
¡FELIZ DÍA CHICAS!
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#8MARZO
#DÍADELAMUJER
#VOCESQUECUENTAN
#DÍAINTERNACIONALDELAMUJER
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nueve escritoras y diez ilustradoras, una de ellas creadora de la genial cubierta.
Las autoras explican sus propias experiencias personales. Todo ello, unido a las maravillosas ilustraciones que acompañan cada relato, haciéndonos más palpable cada uno de los versos de la narración.
Historias sencillas de mujeres, historias amenas, que no te dejan indiferente ante una realidad de pasteles apagados que todavía nos rodea y en la que paso a paso avanzamos para tornarla de colores brillantes.
Un camino para sentirnos más nosotras. Dentro de un mundo que nos pertenece a nosotr@s.
Sin quedarnos atrás en las ganas: por mejorar, por cumplir metas, por quitar lastre y por seguir persiguiendo nuestros sueños.
Y no, esto no es un anuncio de compresas... porque ya pasaron a la historia.
Porque a mí sí, me gusta ser MUJER*, amiga, amante, compañera, tía, hija, sobrina y todas esas palabras que definen mi día a día, en este lugar llamado mundo.
¡FELIZ DÍA CHICAS!
_____________________________________________________
#8MARZO
#DÍADELAMUJER
#VOCESQUECUENTAN
#DÍAINTERNACIONALDELAMUJER
#Best_22_witches
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August 15, 2022
Siento que a la Antología le faltó esa chispa para lograr entrar en el corazón de las personas. El mensaje es claro y me gustaron las ilustraciones de cada relato, pero siento que algunas veces se perdía la coherencia de cada una de las historias.
February 7, 2022
Trigger warning
This anthology by women features women in short stories, some of them autobiographical.
The positive things:
The format was great All of these tales had the perfect length to get their point across, and making them longer would add a drag to it that is thankfully missing. Some art styles appealed more to me than others, but there was none I actively disliked. I got to know new-to-me authors and artists, which is always a plus.
The negative things:
While I get that this anthology is about women and their stories, a mention of non binary people would have been nice. Somewhere, anywhere. Just an acknowledgement of existence.
Queer people were mentioned in one panel, and this collection doesn’t feature any physical disabilities. Could have been better in regards to inclusivity.
If you ignore that, interesting, both in terms of art and of topics chosen.
Would read on if there should be further volumes, would recommend though mind the warnings
The arc was provided by the publisher.
This anthology by women features women in short stories, some of them autobiographical.
The positive things:
The format was great All of these tales had the perfect length to get their point across, and making them longer would add a drag to it that is thankfully missing. Some art styles appealed more to me than others, but there was none I actively disliked. I got to know new-to-me authors and artists, which is always a plus.
The negative things:
While I get that this anthology is about women and their stories, a mention of non binary people would have been nice. Somewhere, anywhere. Just an acknowledgement of existence.
Queer people were mentioned in one panel, and this collection doesn’t feature any physical disabilities. Could have been better in regards to inclusivity.
If you ignore that, interesting, both in terms of art and of topics chosen.
Would read on if there should be further volumes, would recommend though mind the warnings
The arc was provided by the publisher.
August 28, 2022
- 2,75/5 -
Sin más, la verdad. Como toda antología, es ideal para conocer la obra de diferentes autores. Si esa es vuestra intención, os animo a ello. En caso contrario, bajo mi punto de vista, pasaría desapercibido. En cuanto a ilustraciones, hay que decir que es un libro precioso.
Sin más, la verdad. Como toda antología, es ideal para conocer la obra de diferentes autores. Si esa es vuestra intención, os animo a ello. En caso contrario, bajo mi punto de vista, pasaría desapercibido. En cuanto a ilustraciones, hay que decir que es un libro precioso.
April 30, 2021
Me leería, si lo hubiera, un volumen 2. Me ha encantado, un libro para reflexionar y disfrutar de estas 9 historias ilustradas. Mi relato favorito: “El bicho”.
February 27, 2021
Ay! Qué decir de este libro..una lectura reflexiva, a través de las diferentes historias, me doy cuenta que no son vivencias ajenas, sino que parte de ellas, también las he vivido yo, mi vecina, mi madre, mi abuela, mi hermana, mi amiga.. ¿Mi voz cuenta, nuestra voz cuenta? Es difícil creerlo cuando la sociedades, el mundo parece estar construido y destinado para un varón, blanco, heterosexual y con poder adquisitivo. O los hilos que lo mueven nos quieren hacer creer q eso es así para que las cosas no cambien, para que todo permanezca estanco, para que la inercia lo convierta en algo "normal", en un hábito.
Por eso creo que para cambiar las cosas, el primer paso es hacer de nuestra voz un canto, mostrar al mundo nuestros puntos de vista, nutrirlo de diversidad, de otras formas de ser, vivir, sentir, para construir una sociedad más igualitaria a todos los niveles, en definitiva más humana.
Este libro inspira, te ves reflejada en alguna de sus historias, con otras empatizas.. me encantan los libros que dejan poso, con los que a través de su lectura pasas horas desgranando y pensando tu propia historia, esa voz que también tiene algo que contar.
Por eso creo que para cambiar las cosas, el primer paso es hacer de nuestra voz un canto, mostrar al mundo nuestros puntos de vista, nutrirlo de diversidad, de otras formas de ser, vivir, sentir, para construir una sociedad más igualitaria a todos los niveles, en definitiva más humana.
Este libro inspira, te ves reflejada en alguna de sus historias, con otras empatizas.. me encantan los libros que dejan poso, con los que a través de su lectura pasas horas desgranando y pensando tu propia historia, esa voz que también tiene algo que contar.
May 2, 2023
Thanks to Netgalley and IDW Publishing for the ARC of this!
What an interesting look at feminism and women’s lives over a wide range of experiences through a diverse range of lenses. I liked most of the art styles used a lot, and most of the stories were very impactful and poignant. I really liked the one that imagined a day in a world of flipped gender roles and experiences.
What an interesting look at feminism and women’s lives over a wide range of experiences through a diverse range of lenses. I liked most of the art styles used a lot, and most of the stories were very impactful and poignant. I really liked the one that imagined a day in a world of flipped gender roles and experiences.
January 24, 2024
Historias. Está bien y es interesante las diferentes formas de ilustrar.
March 8, 2023
Another mixed-bag anthology. There are a couple gems, but the rest is pretty meh.
Julio / Julia Otero, writer; Ada Diez, illustrator
~2 stars~
Julia Otero's chauvinist father, Julio, becomes a "self-made feminist" as he supports and respects her and her successes. Seems like the bare minimum to be a father, but I suppose some don't.
24 Hours / Lola García, writer; Agustina Guerrero, illustrator
~2 stars~
A trifle of a dream sequence that imagines a world where men are harassed and earn a fraction of the salaries of the women who take the lead role in business and government. Not as shocking as the creators intended. Wouldn't a better dream involve equality rather than role reversal and continued oppression based on gender?
The Bug / Diana López Varela, writer; Akira Pantsu, illustrator
~4 stars~
The author recounts her struggle with anorexia. Always depressing as subject matter, the art really trips it over into a manga-esque horror story.
Empowered / Estefanía Molina, writer; Ana Oncina, illustrator
~2 stars~
Giant blocks of text with a nearly academic tone caused me to zone out and totally disengage. This looks and feels more like a government pamphlet about sexism than an autobiographical account. Good points were made, but in a very boring way.
Loneliness / Eva Amaral, writer; María Hesse, illustrator
~2 stars~
This is a visual adaptation of song lyrics from the song "Soledad" by the author's band, Amaral. So it's like vague poetry with random and surreal imagery, which I consider in principal to be a waste of time.
Sexier / Leticia Dolera, writer; Raquel Riba Rossy, illustrator
~4 stars~
A television actress has all the feels when notes from the network request that she wear a push-up bra to make her character sexier.
This is a graphic adaptation by Rossy of a chapter from Dolera's original book, Morder la manzana: La revolución será feminista o no será. A full graphic novel adaptation, Morder la manzana, was subsequently published in 2022. I hope it gets translated to English sometime.
Turtle Steps / Sandra Sabatés, writer; Sandra Cardona, illustrator
~2 stars~
This story follows a family heirloom for over a century as it passes through generations of mothers leading up to the author. It skims a little too quickly through the decades and women to really allow me to engage with anyone.
Over a Banana Skirt / Almudena Grandes, writer; Sara Herranz, illustrator
~2 stars~
Ugh. So many graphic anthologies try to sneak in an illustrated text story amongst the actual comics. This one, excerpted from the author's essay, "Por una falda de plátanos," is a tribute to Josephine Baker. The author is astonished that her grandparents went to watch Baker dance topless. Big whoop.
Mzungu / Patricia Campos, writer; Sara Soler, illustrator
~3 stars~
The author was the first female jet pilot in the Spanish navy. Unfortunately, she zips past that achievement and its many challenges and spends most of this autobiographical sketch talking about her love for soccer and how she traveled to Uganda to teach soccer as a means of improving the lives of the children there. One of those stories that makes me want to know more about the subject.
FOR REFERENCE:
Contents: [All stories translated by Diego Jourdan Pereira]
• Cover illustration / Esther Gilli, illustrator
• Introduction / David Hernando, writer
• Julio / Julia Otero, writer; Ada Diez, illustrator
• 24 Hours / Lola García, writer; Agustina Guerrero, illustrator
• The Bug / Diana López Varela, writer; Akira Pantsu, illustrator
• Empowered / Estefanía Molina, writer; Ana Oncina, illustrator
• Loneliness / Eva Amaral, writer; María Hesse, illustrator
• Sexier / Leticia Dolera, writer; Raquel Riba Rossy, illustrator
• Turtle Steps / Sandra Sabatés, writer; Sandra Cardona, illustrator
• Over a Banana Skirt / Almudena Grandes, writer; Sara Herranz, illustrator
• Mzungu / Patricia Campos, writer; Sara Soler, illustrator
• A Few Words [author and artist commentary and biographies]
Julio / Julia Otero, writer; Ada Diez, illustrator
~2 stars~
Julia Otero's chauvinist father, Julio, becomes a "self-made feminist" as he supports and respects her and her successes. Seems like the bare minimum to be a father, but I suppose some don't.
24 Hours / Lola García, writer; Agustina Guerrero, illustrator
~2 stars~
A trifle of a dream sequence that imagines a world where men are harassed and earn a fraction of the salaries of the women who take the lead role in business and government. Not as shocking as the creators intended. Wouldn't a better dream involve equality rather than role reversal and continued oppression based on gender?
The Bug / Diana López Varela, writer; Akira Pantsu, illustrator
~4 stars~
The author recounts her struggle with anorexia. Always depressing as subject matter, the art really trips it over into a manga-esque horror story.
Empowered / Estefanía Molina, writer; Ana Oncina, illustrator
~2 stars~
Giant blocks of text with a nearly academic tone caused me to zone out and totally disengage. This looks and feels more like a government pamphlet about sexism than an autobiographical account. Good points were made, but in a very boring way.
Loneliness / Eva Amaral, writer; María Hesse, illustrator
~2 stars~
This is a visual adaptation of song lyrics from the song "Soledad" by the author's band, Amaral. So it's like vague poetry with random and surreal imagery, which I consider in principal to be a waste of time.
Sexier / Leticia Dolera, writer; Raquel Riba Rossy, illustrator
~4 stars~
A television actress has all the feels when notes from the network request that she wear a push-up bra to make her character sexier.
This is a graphic adaptation by Rossy of a chapter from Dolera's original book, Morder la manzana: La revolución será feminista o no será. A full graphic novel adaptation, Morder la manzana, was subsequently published in 2022. I hope it gets translated to English sometime.
Turtle Steps / Sandra Sabatés, writer; Sandra Cardona, illustrator
~2 stars~
This story follows a family heirloom for over a century as it passes through generations of mothers leading up to the author. It skims a little too quickly through the decades and women to really allow me to engage with anyone.
Over a Banana Skirt / Almudena Grandes, writer; Sara Herranz, illustrator
~2 stars~
Ugh. So many graphic anthologies try to sneak in an illustrated text story amongst the actual comics. This one, excerpted from the author's essay, "Por una falda de plátanos," is a tribute to Josephine Baker. The author is astonished that her grandparents went to watch Baker dance topless. Big whoop.
Mzungu / Patricia Campos, writer; Sara Soler, illustrator
~3 stars~
The author was the first female jet pilot in the Spanish navy. Unfortunately, she zips past that achievement and its many challenges and spends most of this autobiographical sketch talking about her love for soccer and how she traveled to Uganda to teach soccer as a means of improving the lives of the children there. One of those stories that makes me want to know more about the subject.
FOR REFERENCE:
Contents: [All stories translated by Diego Jourdan Pereira]
• Cover illustration / Esther Gilli, illustrator
• Introduction / David Hernando, writer
• Julio / Julia Otero, writer; Ada Diez, illustrator
• 24 Hours / Lola García, writer; Agustina Guerrero, illustrator
• The Bug / Diana López Varela, writer; Akira Pantsu, illustrator
• Empowered / Estefanía Molina, writer; Ana Oncina, illustrator
• Loneliness / Eva Amaral, writer; María Hesse, illustrator
• Sexier / Leticia Dolera, writer; Raquel Riba Rossy, illustrator
• Turtle Steps / Sandra Sabatés, writer; Sandra Cardona, illustrator
• Over a Banana Skirt / Almudena Grandes, writer; Sara Herranz, illustrator
• Mzungu / Patricia Campos, writer; Sara Soler, illustrator
• A Few Words [author and artist commentary and biographies]
July 1, 2022
Voices That Count is a graphic novel anthology full of stories that take a closer look at our world as it stands. More accurately, it portrays tales of different women all over the world. It was initially written in Spanish but was recently (ish) translated, letting a more comprehensive range of readers give it a try. I was really excited when I heard that, as Voices That Count had been on my radar for a while now.
This anthology has nine stories, including some that hit close to home! I'm sure that was the intention; how could it not be? I highly recommend that readers try this one, as there are some crucial messages woven into the stories.
Julio by Julia Otero and Ada Diez
Julio is very much an homage from daughter to father, and it is very sweet. It certainly rang a bell for this reader. On a different note, I really enjoyed the art style.
24 Hours by Lola Garcia and Agustina Guerrero
Ouch, 24 Hours hits hard. It imagines what the world would be like if the gender norms were swapped. The simple black and white color palette enhance this imagining, making it feel like a classic TV show.
The Bug by Diana Lopez Varela and Akira Pantsu
The Bug is going to be a hard one for certain readers to get through. If you have, or are currently, struggling with an eating disorder, you might want to pass on this one. That being said, it did a great job of portraying what is happening inside somebody's head during this time.
Empowered by Estefania Molina and Ana Orcina
Empowered takes a closer look at why women do and don't speak up, especially in a professional setting. It's a great conversation starter (no pun intended) on this subject.
Loneliness by Eva Amaral and Maria Hesse
Loneliness is a powerful poem with creative imagery to help support the message. I really enjoyed this one!
Sexier by Leticia Dolera and Raquel Riba Rossy
Sexier is an excerpt from Biting the Apple. It looks at how women's bodies are policed, especially in certain careers. They're expected to meet these insane standards or risk losing out. I'm going to have to make a point of reading the rest of Biting the Apple.
Turtle Steps by Sandra Sabates and Sandra Cardona
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. That certainly feels to be the case in Turtle Steps. The story is compelling, but the artwork really brings it home! This is probably my favorite from the collection.
Over a Banana Skirt by Almudena Grandes and Sara Herranz
Over a Banana Skirt is a surprisingly introspective piece, delving into history, societal expectations, and pretty much a hundred other things. It's a great read, especially if you're looking for something that'll make you stop and think.
Mzungu by Patricia Campos and Sara Soler
Lately, I've been reading a lot about how sports can help societies as a whole – it can encourage education and equality, among many other important concerns. Mzungu seems to encapsulate all of that reading I've been doing, putting it into something both deeply personal and approachable.
Thanks to IDW Publishing and #NetGalley for making this book available for review. All opinions expressed are my own.
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This anthology has nine stories, including some that hit close to home! I'm sure that was the intention; how could it not be? I highly recommend that readers try this one, as there are some crucial messages woven into the stories.
Julio by Julia Otero and Ada Diez
Julio is very much an homage from daughter to father, and it is very sweet. It certainly rang a bell for this reader. On a different note, I really enjoyed the art style.
24 Hours by Lola Garcia and Agustina Guerrero
Ouch, 24 Hours hits hard. It imagines what the world would be like if the gender norms were swapped. The simple black and white color palette enhance this imagining, making it feel like a classic TV show.
The Bug by Diana Lopez Varela and Akira Pantsu
The Bug is going to be a hard one for certain readers to get through. If you have, or are currently, struggling with an eating disorder, you might want to pass on this one. That being said, it did a great job of portraying what is happening inside somebody's head during this time.
Empowered by Estefania Molina and Ana Orcina
Empowered takes a closer look at why women do and don't speak up, especially in a professional setting. It's a great conversation starter (no pun intended) on this subject.
Loneliness by Eva Amaral and Maria Hesse
Loneliness is a powerful poem with creative imagery to help support the message. I really enjoyed this one!
Sexier by Leticia Dolera and Raquel Riba Rossy
Sexier is an excerpt from Biting the Apple. It looks at how women's bodies are policed, especially in certain careers. They're expected to meet these insane standards or risk losing out. I'm going to have to make a point of reading the rest of Biting the Apple.
Turtle Steps by Sandra Sabates and Sandra Cardona
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. That certainly feels to be the case in Turtle Steps. The story is compelling, but the artwork really brings it home! This is probably my favorite from the collection.
Over a Banana Skirt by Almudena Grandes and Sara Herranz
Over a Banana Skirt is a surprisingly introspective piece, delving into history, societal expectations, and pretty much a hundred other things. It's a great read, especially if you're looking for something that'll make you stop and think.
Mzungu by Patricia Campos and Sara Soler
Lately, I've been reading a lot about how sports can help societies as a whole – it can encourage education and equality, among many other important concerns. Mzungu seems to encapsulate all of that reading I've been doing, putting it into something both deeply personal and approachable.
Thanks to IDW Publishing and #NetGalley for making this book available for review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Read more reviews over at Quirky Cat's Comics
March 29, 2022
This is a graphic novel anthology from Spanish women whose voice have been previously unheard. These stories needed to be heard. I loved the mix of mediums and art styles! Very creative.
Here’s my thoughts on each story as I read the:
1. Having a feminist dad is the most empowering thing.
2. 24 Hours - I liked the imbed flipped world where women were more prominent than men. The whole world flipped and all gender roles were reversed.
3. I liked how different disorders were portrayed as bugs.
4. There’s a disparity of female political reporters. And this story seeks the cause of this.
5. Poetry in a graphic novel!
6. Hollywood unfairness exposed. It’s not about how great your acting is, it’s lol about body image.
7. Shows empowerment over time and how little steps add up.
8. An essay intermingled.
9. “And when you’re different than everybody else due to your genders, culture, or ethnicity, you’re not allowed to have flaws. You have to be spotless every moment of the day.”
10. Women bios - inspiring.
Here’s my thoughts on each story as I read the:
1. Having a feminist dad is the most empowering thing.
2. 24 Hours - I liked the imbed flipped world where women were more prominent than men. The whole world flipped and all gender roles were reversed.
3. I liked how different disorders were portrayed as bugs.
4. There’s a disparity of female political reporters. And this story seeks the cause of this.
5. Poetry in a graphic novel!
6. Hollywood unfairness exposed. It’s not about how great your acting is, it’s lol about body image.
7. Shows empowerment over time and how little steps add up.
8. An essay intermingled.
9. “And when you’re different than everybody else due to your genders, culture, or ethnicity, you’re not allowed to have flaws. You have to be spotless every moment of the day.”
10. Women bios - inspiring.
May 24, 2022
Thank you so much to IDW Publishing and NetGalley for providing me with an e-ARC; it is greatly appreciated.
As a woman I am pleased to see anything that gives us a voice, and discusses our experiences. In particular there is quite a hard hitting story in here called The Bug. I was hoping there would be more stories like this one that really go in depth, and show the nitty gritty, but unfortunately most of the comics were surface level.
Considering how short this anthology this, I would have loved to have seen some longer comics. Some are simply too short, and don't leave much of an impact. I would have liked to have seen a few more comics with more diversity, as it felt like there was only one "type" of woman really being represented.
I do hope more graphic novels like this are released in the future, and I look forward to seeing how they evolve.
As a woman I am pleased to see anything that gives us a voice, and discusses our experiences. In particular there is quite a hard hitting story in here called The Bug. I was hoping there would be more stories like this one that really go in depth, and show the nitty gritty, but unfortunately most of the comics were surface level.
Considering how short this anthology this, I would have loved to have seen some longer comics. Some are simply too short, and don't leave much of an impact. I would have liked to have seen a few more comics with more diversity, as it felt like there was only one "type" of woman really being represented.
I do hope more graphic novels like this are released in the future, and I look forward to seeing how they evolve.
July 4, 2022
Thank you to NetGalley for a free review copy of this!
This graphic novel was fantastic. It consists of nine short stories all about women and feminism. The stories are Julio by Julia Otero and Ada Diez, 24 Hours by Lola Garcia and Agustina Guerrero, The Bug by Diana Lopez Varela and Akira Pantsu, Empowered by Estefania Molina and Ana Orcina, Loneliness by Eva Amaral and Maria Hesse, Sexier by Leticia Dolera and Raquel Riba Rossy, Turtle Steps by Sandra Sabates and Sandra Cardona, Over a Banana Skirt by Almudena Grandes and Sara Herranz, and Mzungu by Patricia Campos and Sara Soler. I think my favoite story was Turtle Steps closely followed by The Bug. Overall, all of the stories were fantastic and the artwork for each one was nicely done. I would highly recommend that anyone check this book out.
This graphic novel was fantastic. It consists of nine short stories all about women and feminism. The stories are Julio by Julia Otero and Ada Diez, 24 Hours by Lola Garcia and Agustina Guerrero, The Bug by Diana Lopez Varela and Akira Pantsu, Empowered by Estefania Molina and Ana Orcina, Loneliness by Eva Amaral and Maria Hesse, Sexier by Leticia Dolera and Raquel Riba Rossy, Turtle Steps by Sandra Sabates and Sandra Cardona, Over a Banana Skirt by Almudena Grandes and Sara Herranz, and Mzungu by Patricia Campos and Sara Soler. I think my favoite story was Turtle Steps closely followed by The Bug. Overall, all of the stories were fantastic and the artwork for each one was nicely done. I would highly recommend that anyone check this book out.
August 22, 2022
An interesting read! As with a lot of anthologies, some portions were stronger than others. On the whole, they presented a thoughtful and complex picture of Spanish feminism and womanhood today.
One comic, following a woman who traveled to Uganda and facilitated women's involvement in sports there, felt under-edited, at best. Portions of how the author talked about Ugandan people and culture, and her role in the community, seemed to uncritically replicate white savior/neocolonialist narratives. This left a bad taste in my mouth as a reader, particular as this comic was the final entry in the anthology.
(Thanks to NetGalley for providing an eARC in exchange for an honest review.)
One comic, following a woman who traveled to Uganda and facilitated women's involvement in sports there, felt under-edited, at best. Portions of how the author talked about Ugandan people and culture, and her role in the community, seemed to uncritically replicate white savior/neocolonialist narratives. This left a bad taste in my mouth as a reader, particular as this comic was the final entry in the anthology.
(Thanks to NetGalley for providing an eARC in exchange for an honest review.)
August 27, 2022
Gorgeous anthology of latinx authors and illustrators! Loved the opening discussion on how women often think they don't have anything to say, and then what follows are these incredibly true, honest, lived-in stories.
Each one features a different style of art to compliment the story being told. Topics covered include body image, overcoming an eating disorder, a woman's worth in multiple fields, women in the workplace, women in social justice efforts, and more.
Very inspiring and identifiable. A good crossover for teens/young adults.
Each one features a different style of art to compliment the story being told. Topics covered include body image, overcoming an eating disorder, a woman's worth in multiple fields, women in the workplace, women in social justice efforts, and more.
Very inspiring and identifiable. A good crossover for teens/young adults.
May 20, 2024
Solo un par de relatos son destacables para mí. Y del resto, algunos se quedan muy cortos y otros no transmiten mucho.
El arte es muy bonito, pero es todo tan inconexo que parece un corta y pega.
No está mal. No sería mi primera recomendación sobre la temática feminista.
El arte es muy bonito, pero es todo tan inconexo que parece un corta y pega.
No está mal. No sería mi primera recomendación sobre la temática feminista.
April 29, 2021
Inspiración pura hecha imagen, 9 relatos bien contados que expresan
June 24, 2021
Antologia de mujeres donde se dan un apretón de manos la ilustración y la escritura vivencial (e incluso educativa). Ambas disciplinas son de las más admiradas por mi parte. Destacaría la historia narrada por Diana López a ilustrada por Akira Pantsu sobre el TCA, por lo realmente desgarrador del relato, así como la historia escrita por Sandra Sabatés e ilustrada por Sandra Molina, brillante en ambas partes.
Si le pongo un pero es la maquetación de la portada, para ser un libro de autoras y dibujantes, la composición parece vulgar (aunque la ilustración de Esther Gil sea notable).
Si le pongo un pero es la maquetación de la portada, para ser un libro de autoras y dibujantes, la composición parece vulgar (aunque la ilustración de Esther Gil sea notable).
March 24, 2021
Una antología que espero que sea el primero de muchos.
En realidad es una vergüenza que nos hagan tanta falta libros de este tipo, pero ante la necesidad, mil gracias por haber apostado por ello y haberlo hecho realidad.
Un libro necesario y que debería ser de obligada lectura.
No le pongo 5 estrellas porque me ha resultado demasiado corto y rápido de leer.
Lo he leído en menos de 2 horas.
En realidad es una vergüenza que nos hagan tanta falta libros de este tipo, pero ante la necesidad, mil gracias por haber apostado por ello y haberlo hecho realidad.
Un libro necesario y que debería ser de obligada lectura.
No le pongo 5 estrellas porque me ha resultado demasiado corto y rápido de leer.
Lo he leído en menos de 2 horas.
July 29, 2023
July 2023. Anthology of graphic novel/illustrated short stories by women in Spain about experiences relating to being a woman (e.g., eating disorders, inequality, relationships with parents, etc.)
I picked this up when perusing the graphic novel and manga section of my local library and figured I’d check it out. It was pretty good overall but I imagine it would resonate more with some readers in Spain about specific situations and issues that might have gone over my head.
Don’t particularly recommend, but don’t discourage reading either. I’d be curious to see more by a couple of the artists.
“Voices That Count: A Comics Anthology by Women”
I picked this up when perusing the graphic novel and manga section of my local library and figured I’d check it out. It was pretty good overall but I imagine it would resonate more with some readers in Spain about specific situations and issues that might have gone over my head.
Don’t particularly recommend, but don’t discourage reading either. I’d be curious to see more by a couple of the artists.
“Voices That Count: A Comics Anthology by Women”
March 24, 2022
Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC! Voices that Count is a beautiful comic anthology written for women by women. All of the art is so unique and stunning. Every story is also very different. I didn’t finish “The Bug” because the images were very disturbing and too much for me to handle. The rest of the stories were definitely thought-provoking conversation starters. This would be a fantastic book club book.
September 15, 2022
While I do agree that some of the stories themselves felt a bit one dimensional, I still think this is such a great project that shows the wonderful variety of spanish female comics artists, and is well worth the read
July 25, 2024
Tackles some interesting themes such as body image, gender inequality in the work place but I found this a little underwhelming. While the illustrations were stunning- I struggled to engage with the book overall.
August 30, 2025
Antología interesante y muy recomendable. Un buen maridaje entre lo que se cuenta y las ilustraciones que lo acompañan. Diversos temas escritos e ilustrados por mujeres. Todos ellos te hacen pensar y ya sabemos que eso nunca está de más ;) ¿Verdad?
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