Disability, Uncategorized

Essential Reads for Mental Health Awareness

October 10th is World Mental Health Day. Some of my favorite books deal with different mental health issues. This is a topic that is personal to me. I have many mental health issues. Primarily am schizophrenic, and have OCD. In the future I will showcase a whole post focused on each of my disabilities. However… Continue reading Essential Reads for Mental Health Awareness

Disability, Non-Fiction, sci-fi

Soul Jar: A Unique Take on Disability and Humor

The individual has shown a keen interest in books that explore the disabled experience, particularly enjoying "Disabled Intimacy" and finding "Soul Jar" to be a great fit. This collection of thirty-one stories, featuring perspectives on disability within the realms of science fiction and fantasy, includes standout pieces such as "There are No Hearing Aid Batteries After the Apocalypse" and "Spore, Bud and Bloody Orchid." These stories offer intriguing and thought-provoking narratives on disability, highlighting the potential for positive representation in post-apocalyptic scenarios and challenging perspectives on illness and survival.

Disability

Exploring Themes in Godkiller: Gods, Betrayal, and Found Family

The author shares their experiences and thoughts on a New Adult fantasy book about gods and betrayal, featuring characters like Kissen, a godkiller, and Elogast, a knight. The story is action-packed with alternating perspectives, strong character interactions, and a rich world. Despite some plot predictability, they enjoyed it and anticipate sequels.

Disability, manga, romance

A Sign of Affection Volume 2

How is everyone's week going we are halfway through and I'm already excited about the month moving along. My move in date was changed from July 1st to August 1st but it was actually a good thing because packing is taking me so long. Anyways I've been enjoying the extra time to read. Unfortunately I've… Continue reading A Sign of Affection Volume 2

Disability, Non-Fiction

Disabled Intimacy: Diverse Perspectives on Disability and Love

As you can probably tell if you've been reading the blog, I like to focus on disability with my reading. One book I've been meaning to read is Disabled Intimacy by Alice Wong. Disabled Intimacy is an anthology modeled the same way Disability Visibility is. This book touches on a lot of issues, from, race,… Continue reading Disabled Intimacy: Diverse Perspectives on Disability and Love