Several trans authors have used comics to tell tougher stories and share their own. These stories are humorous, heartfelt, and brilliantly told. At the moment, not as many graphic memoirs by trans authors exist on the market, but I hope to see more in the future. That said, here are some of the writers and artists right on the cutting edge. You may have noted that this short list is fairly white and very focused on the transfeminine experience. As of 2021, there simply aren’t many memoirs by trans authors, especially graphic memoirs. However, more trans authors are having their voices heard every day. I’m certain that someday this list will be ten times as long! Content warning for transphobia and homophobia, violence, drug use. Content warning for transphobia. Content warning for sexual trauma. Content warning for transphobia and described violence.
