Once again, "A Quick & Easy Guide..." nails it for positive, informative, and accurate representation!

There are trigger warnings at the beginning but it's mostly microaggressions, a short non-graphic response to questions about sexual assault, and uninformed troll comments.

This past year I came out as asexual. It was a long time coming with hints, rants, explorations, and conversations dating back publicly/with friends to 2018 - but internally since around 2006. I'm still navigating my way through my asexuality, but this guide helped answer some questions I had about myself and made me realize some thoughts about my asexuality are actually internalized aphobia.

Ace, allos, folks who are questioning - this is an informative and affirmative graphic novel.

My one issue with it is the ending. It should've clearly stated that the A in lgbtqapi+ stands for ace/aro/agender/etc. and not allies. Why allies think they're owed a place in our community has always been gross and reeks of far too much privilege. I think it does a good job of stating that you can be ace and identify as part of the community or not, but I don't know, I feel like ending with that was very odd. It leaves people potentially seeking education with yet another question and a way to invalidate us. I know that wasn't their intention, but I just don't see a positive with a 'nuanced' ending that's comfortable with ace erasure and ally inclusion.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for giving me the opportunity to read this graphic novel before the release date.

I requested this graphic novels because I wanted to know more about asexuality and this book really seem very simple and clear. It really didn’t disappoint me and I actually loved it.

I think it’s perfect to get to know more about asexuality and to figure things out better then just the internet.

An other thing is I really loved that the authors of the book pointed out the lack of representation that this community have. Representation is really important and really helpful in this cases and we definitely should have more.

Plus I really enjoyed the art style, simple but beautiful!

Very cute art and amazing, very simple explanations of asexuality for those questioning, ace and aro spec people, and allo people who want to be better allies to their aspec friends! I would recommend this very simple guide for everyone starting to learn about asexuality. I already knew the things mentioned in this book, however, that isn't the book's fault, I'm just not a beginner in all things asexuality, but I would have loved to read this book when I first started researching asexuality. Definitely recommend!

❤️ Just like the title says, it's an easy and quick guide to Asexuality : it talks about what asexuality is, the ace spectrum, questions and reactions we could get as ace people, stereotypes in media, etc... All of this based on a mix of both educational informations and Molly & Will's personal experiences as part of the community :)

I think it's an easy guide perfect for those who are wondering if they're ace, or just people curious about what asexuality is and want to know more. I also think it could be useful to those who might have relatives coming-out to them as ace, and would like to know more without having to read a lot: the comics is only 72 pages long! Also as an ace myself, I was satisfied to see what they had to say, and I related to a few experiences and reactions depicted.

"A Quick & Easy Guide to Asexuality" is Oni Press's latest installment of its Quick & Easy nonfiction comic guides where they present primers on topics related to current issues created by people who can speak from first-hand experience. This particular guide focuses on asexuality, and it is aimed at people who are ace, people who might be questioning whether they're ace, and people who are interested in learning more about the topic. The book serves as a good introduction to the topic and discusses what asexuality is, how it affects different aspects of a person's life, and how it is viewed by society. It also explains several misconceptions surrounding being ace, dating, and sex.

Overall, I think this is a wonderful introduction to asexuality for people who don't know where to start learning about this topic. I appreciated that from the first pages the book establishes what the reader is in for, what the book is, and what it isn't. It also issues a disclaimer, indicating that the creators are not experts in the topic but are rather speaking from valuable lived experience. The book is very easy to read and does a great job of explaining the topic in a clear, organized manner. I also appreciated the clear content warning at the beginning of the book.

Having read this and three other Quick & Easy Guides, I would have liked to see better use of the artwork beyond just talking characters. While the talking characters help the reader to feel as if a real person is talking to them, it can get a bit repetitive after several panels. Nevertheless, I'm a big fan of these comic guides and will continue to read them.

"A Quick & Easy Guide to Asexuality" comes out March 29, 2022.

I couldn’t get the download to work for this one so I wasn’t able to read it but I do plan on picking it up when it’s released! So I’ll update my review then.

If you were wondering what Asexuality was, someone has literally drawn us a picture. The information pamphlet style guide uses basic black and white artwork and two main Ace characters to speak directly to the reader to explain the wide spectrum of what Asexuality is and what it is to be considered Ace. It's short and sweet and successfully gets the message across in a format that would be suitable for everyone.

I've been hearing the terms Ace and Asexuality a lot lately and confess to feeling really confused as to what they mean, so I was really happy to find what announces itself as a "quick & easy guide" explaining the terms from the voice and POV of someone within that spectrum. I was even happier to discover that it does work as a quick and easy guide to what even those that experience it consider to be a very complex and complicated thing to explain.
It lays out the basics in clinical, emotional, and personal terms so that someone looking to find themselves can do so while also working as a field guide of sorts for people that are new to the term or come to it with the (mostly highly incorrect) assumptions that unfamiliarity can breed.
I found it really approachable and great for readers of any age, with easy to understand language and graphics that help the information flow in a more approachable way than just text would.

Thank you to NetGalley, Oni Press, and Limerence Press for the educational read!

It's so rare to find any information about asexuality outside of niche places on the internet, so it's nice to see a book like this exist. I liked the approach they took to the explanations. My one complaint would be when mentioning victims of sexual assault the book says "women" who have been assaulted, implying that men and non binary people cannot be victims as well. This is obviously false. Otherwise, well done book.

This book is exactly what it says on the tin! I really, really enjoyed the way the book managed to get nuanced in its explanation of asexuality and the different facets of it! I liked the way the authors brought in their lived experiences, and reading this as an asexual person myself, I found myself feeling extremely validated.

A big problem with being a part of a community that is so underrepresented and misconstrued is that it's hard for me to find myself assured in my place in it. I understand myself and I know all the pieces of me that are contradictory, and for years, I've struggled with adopting the asexual label publicly because I always feel like maybe I don't belong here because of how limited of an understanding there is in the queer community about the spectrum of asexuality. Over the years, I've worked hard to interact with more people from the community, and done more research on my own, and now I'm in a place where I use the label, even if I'm wavering in my confidence to. I'm not going to say that this book absolutely solved this crisis for me. But it did validate my experience, and I truly believe that if I had access to this book as a teenager, I would've found this self-acceptance a lot sooner!

Absolutely in love with this book, and so glad it exists for all the young queer people out in the world!

This is a great quick guide to asexuality, and does a good job of explaining the shades of gray that can coexist with being asexual. After reading this, I feel like I have a better understanding of my teen and some of the social trials they may be experiencing or may experience in the future.

This newest installment in the "Quick & Easy Guide" collection is fantastic. The graphic novel format chunks information into small bits that will help readers to better digest all of this information. When it comes to understanding asexuality, most folx are having to first unlearn the social constructs that they've been immersed in for their entire lives. This book should be required reading for all educators. It should also be placed in every school and secondary classroom library.

Educational AND entertaining! A great intro guide to all things ace/aro. This would be a fantastic guide if you're questioning, or if you have a friend or family member who has just come out.

Thank you to NetGalley and Limerence Press for this ARC. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This was such a fun and informative read! I think this serves as a great and lighthearted intro into the topic of asexuality, answering many common questions around the topic in a short and interesting way. The graphic nature of this text read really well, too.

My only qualm is at times it did still slightly read like a textbook or pamphlet found in a guidance office, but I think how the information was presented was a step in the right direction!

This was such a great introduction to a topic that we don’t cover in media nearly enough, as the book confirms. I think this would be a wonderful source to have in school libraries, as a gift to someone who is struggling to understand their sexuality. It’s a great short read as an adult, like me. It’s fun, informative and very clear. I will recommend this to everyone for sure.

Thanks to the author, artist and to NetGalley for the arc!

When I started reading this cute little guide in graphic novel form, I thought it would be the perfect book for teens and that it should definitely be stocked in all high schools (@queerlituk, possibly one to add to your books for schools list?)

But the more I read, the more I realised I was also feeling really strong validation from it too. I came out as demisexual about 5 years ago and this book was like a warm hug from a close friend. So I'd also recommend it for people who are on the ace spectrum, are questioning, to allies and to friends and family to learn more about asexuality.

This book explains asexuality and aspec identities and related topics clearly and to the point, but in an easily absorbed, cutely illustrated way.

Date finished: 20/2/2022
Publish date: 29th March 2022

Thank you to Netgalley for approving this eARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book is a super quick and easy to understand guide about asexuality. Perfect for people who think they might be ace, for people who knows something that might be ace/just come out as ace, and for anyone else that wants to learn a little about this sexuality.
I will say, if you have a reasonably good understanding about asexuality, this book may be a bit too simple. I found it was still an enjoyable read.

It also briefly touches on aromatic, gray a's (Gray aces), and demisexuality, and how they differ from the overall ace umbrella label.
It also looks at some of the common misconceptions and harmful stereotypes towards people who identify as ace.

This book was so thoughtfully written. The information about what they are and aren't covering in the beginning and the resources on the final page are a great inclusion. It preemptively tells the reader there's more to unpack, and where they can find that information.

The content is very well thought out and easily explained. I found the cake metaphor to be a great way to describe types of sexuality, and even how asexuality is a spectrum. It truly is a quick and easy read.

The issues I have with this book are tiny, but I think they're worth noting. The book is printed in black and white, which is a fine choice for most of the illustrations, but it obscures the pride flags that are included. The colors are very important in distinguishing which pride flag is which, and those probably should have been printed in color.

At the end of the book, the authors are introduced, Will is shown to use they/them pronouns. I would have liked their identity to be made clear in the book itself, rather than on an end page. I defaulted to interpreting them as male which is absolutely on me, but pronouns would have clarified that. And concrete representation/information is always best.

Finally, I think they should have addressed the "robot" stereotype. I say this as a neurodivergent asexual who has heard countless jokes about robots, sponges, and other creatures that reproduce asexually/don't reproduce at all. I feel this is pertinent as Spongebob Squarepants has been confirmed asexual, which comes off as a complete joke. While the genius stereotype is annoying, the robot stereotype is much more hurtful.

Overall it's a thoughtful, informative read, and a great way to introduce people to asexuality. Would recommend to asexuals and allosexuals alike!

A quick and Easy guide to Asexuality is, as the name suggests, a handy and simple read that competently introduces Asexuality to the reader.

I really appreciate how the book makes it very clear that attraction =/= action and that the only qualifier for being Ace is the lack of attraction. A lot of resources don’t specify this and I find it leads to a lot of confusion and misunderstanding about Asexuality.

I think it would be a great resource for friends and family of Ace people to read, especially since the first section of the book is dedicated to debunking the most common myths and hurtful comments.

4.5/5 stars

I love how beautifully illustrated and well-written this book is! It covers a vast amount of knowledge, facts and experiences about people on the ace spectrum and everything is so well explored. I like how they made sections and talked about attraction representation, growing up ace and so on. A brilliant book and a must-read for everyone.