"A tricky graphic meta-memoir about levels of profound transition–personal, professional, and creative. . . . A rewarding narrative that presents identity as a puzzle for everyone to solve." –Kirkus Reviews,
"Creative nonfiction aficionados and fans of queer comics alike will flock to this literally transformative work." –Publisher's Weekly. "
Spellbound is an intimate experience, highlighting some of the most powerful elements of comics for me–not only the struggle of creating the work in the first place, but of realizing so much about oneself in the process. Som's humour and sincerity is well complemented by the expressive lines of her characters, creating elegant artwork that flows like good conversation." –Emily Carroll, illustrator of
Speak: A Graphic Novel and author of
Through the Woods "I've never read anything quite like
Spellbound - an exploration of how the narratives we construct can reveal deeper truths, a book about discovery whose creation was the path to the discovery. It's sharp and clever, beautifully drawn, and trusts the reader to come along for the journey. I can't wait to see what Bishakh Som does next!" –Molly Knox Ostertag, author of
The Witch Boy "Bishakh Som's
Spellbound is a searching and restless document of her creative journey, and a good fit for these restless days." –Scott McCloud, author of
Understanding Comics "I loved this radical book about care-caring for family, caring for yourself, caring for your wildest goals. This book gives space for allowing care to be messy and all-encompassing. It's a compassionate and enjoyable graphic novel about figuring life out." –Archie Bongionvanni, author of
A Quick and Easy Guide to They/Them Pronouns "
Spellbound is a sweet, sad, charming coming-of-art memoir that belongs on every comics lover's shelves." –MariNaomi, author and illustrator of
Turning Japanese
