I received a copy of this book via NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

All things considered, this book is what it says on the tin. It's a short and sweet guide meant to give an overview of Asexuality, and it does just that. In addition to giving a basic overview aimed at those questioning mostly, it also presents the information in a way that is accessible to anyone wanting to learn more about the topic.

Books like this in general are important especially for libraries to own, because it can help those questioning their own identity to help figure themselves out, or explore other identities they didn't already know about. I have recommended others in this series for my library to purchase, and will do the same with this one.

My only criticism is that some parts are just slightly cringey, like the authors were trying to sound cool or attempting to make themselves more relatable to teens. This may be just because I'm an adult, though.

Thanks to Oni Press for providing me with an Arc through NetGallery.

A Quick&Easy Guide To Asexuality is exactly what it says it is.

I think this is a great way for someone who has never heard of asexuality to learn the basics of what it is. I liked how it introduced some of the main topics in a way that's easy for everyone to understand.
It was also nice to see this book tackle topics such as growing up asexual and harmful stereotypes.

However I do wish there had been more about sex repulsed aces though I understand this is supposed to be short but I would have preferred if there was just a little more dedicated space for them.

A thing I really didn't enjoy was saying that it doesn't matter if the A in the LGBTQIA stands for asexual aromantic and agender and it also mentions how it could stand for ally which is not the case.

Overall this is a good and easy introduction to asexuality however I wish that people do not stop here and use the very helpful resources listed in the book to get more information.

“A Quick and Easy Guide to Asexuality” was just that, quick and easy. Muldoon and Hernandez do a wonderful job at creating and easy to digest conversation around a topic that can be confusing and overwhelming for people. I love the comic/graphic novel formate and think it made the material really approachable for folks. Overall, I think this is a great starting point for anyone who is looking to learn move about asexuality.

A short introduction to the key terms and theories underpinning asexuality. This reference book is easy to read and makes a complex topic relatively easy to digest. The authors both identify as asexual, albeit on different parts of the spectrum, and they provide quality additional resources. A solid, no-fuss guide on the topic.

A wonderful, easy to understand introduction to asexuality. Uses a friendly, teaching tone, fantastic metaphors, and lots of affirmations to educate allies and welcome new and questioning baby aces into the community. Very well done!

A decent primer on asexuality, but just that - a primer. I'm only on the outskirts on the LGBTQ+ community and there was nothing in here that I didn't know already. And unfortunately there were several things where I thought the explanation was very incomplete or glossed over.

If you know absolutely nothing about what asexuality is, then sure - give this a go - but otherwise you're unlikely to learn anything new.

This was a super quick, super comprehensive read. It tackles many aspects surrounding the topic of asexuality and its nuances in a fun, entertaining and heartwarming way.
I recommend it to anyone who's looking to clear their ideas on asexuality and all its shades of gray (heh).
As a demisexual woman, I felt understood, seen and validated. More people need to feel the same way and I'd say this would be a great place to start.

This is an incredibly helpful book that will guide many people. It is a good introduction as it claims to be and whilst more research should be done it’s not too overwhelming or confusing for anyone reading it. I also think it can be read over many ages and will uphold its information for a while. This book was really lovely and I hope it helps people

Recently, someone in my life has come out as aro-ace, so when this became available on netgalley I requested it right away!

This a short but punchy comic that gives an overview of asexuality (and briefly touches on aromancism). It offers a good explanation whilst still being very accessible and engaging.

I would highly recommend this as a resource for anyone who is questioning their identity, knows someone who identifies as asexual (or on the spectrum) or even if you just want to learn what asexuality is!

Thank you to net galley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review!

Honestly, it's what the title says.

Spoilers ahead.

Gah, I'm so conflicted about this book! On one hand, I think it's so important that there is more awareness about asexuality because there's not much representation in popular media and is so frequently misunderstood. However, I can't help feeling this comic had so much potential and ultimately let me down. I think the biggest issue is it's not clear who the target audience is. I get that it's meant to be accessible to all ages and that's why the comic format works so well--it's short and easy to read. But I felt it was a very superficial account of asexuality and only made me feel more confused than ever. If it was aimed at an audience of 13+, I think the authors would have been able to explore a lot more about asexuality.

So, the authors explain how asexuality means not feeling any sexual attraction. There's a Split Attraction Model where romance is on one axis and sexuality on the other. Asexual people are lower on the sexuality axis but that doesn't mean they're not into romance. Aromantics are the other way around. Obviously, this works on a spectrum so you've got lots of people in between hence the term "grey-a." So, my biggest confusion is what exactly IS sexual attraction? Do people really just walk around, see supermegafoxyawesomehot people and go, "I want to have sex with THAT person RIGHT HERE, RIGHT NOW?" Because that is CRAZY. I don't understand what the difference between romantic and sexual attraction is. I thought wanting to have sex with someone was under the blanket of romance. But now I've been told it isn't? Plus, I was raised to believe that having sex shouldn't be the primary goal in a relationship but this book almost makes it sound like everyone is horny 24/7.

I've not ever been a fan of labels. Personally, I feel they restrict me though I totally understand how, for others, they can open up a new facet of self-awareness and belonging. I think the most important message this book contains is to be respectful and empathetic towards others who are navigating their sexualities and gender. Like, if someone feels more confident in identifying as a bi demisexual being, who am I to judge? I do wish more people would adopt that attitude.

Anyway, I do feel I've come across as very crass in this review. That wasn't my intention at all. I'm really glad we're seeing more awareness being raised about asexuality. I feel this comic could have done more in terms of clarifying a few important details that really drill the message home.

This graphic novel is a very brief introduction to what it means to be asexual. It is completely accessible to all, perhaps more useful if you are simply wanting to understand more about asexuality, than if you are wanting to explore your own experience of being asexual. I enjoyed reading, and would definitely recommend if you wanted to know a little more about asexuality.

I have definitely learned a lot about asexuality from this very digestible format. It was great to read the lived experiences of two people. There are some elements that could have benefitted from further exploration, but overall a very helpful intro for an allo person!

A great book for those who wish to learn more about the asexuality spectrum! I also love the inclusion of more resources to learn even more at the end. It was short and to the point, and I think everyone should read it. I do wish that the "'A' in LGBTQIA+" chapter had either been explained further or just left out as it can be confusing to beginner's (since this is a beginner's guide).

Thank you to NetGalley for providing an ARC in exchange of an honest review.

The outline of this book is in the form of a comic, explaining what asexuality is, misconceptions, how the sexuality is view in society, etc. I love comic books, and learning something along with reading something I love, makes it much easier to follow the topic. The information is straight forward, and it’s a great book you are questioning your sexuality, and to understand it more. A bonus is that the book is written from two asexuals POV.

I feel sad because I didn't know that the axolotl was an ace mascot. All this time.

Overall, I love this book. It did what an easy guide is meant to do, educate in clear language about asexuality. It also gave a simple introduction to the Split Attraction Model, a great tool to explain and explore the possibilities of the ace spectrum. The tone was fun, matching the examples and metaphors used and meaningfully wholesome when speaking directly to the ace readers and describing our experiences. I must say that it’s funny to me that, while we are seeing more and more representation, I still cried when I saw the “you are valid” section. And that is why books like this must exist. The different themes explored were very well chosen, I especially appreciated the discussion of the medical disbelief, as it is something I have struggled with. The ending leaves us, I believe, enlightened and hopeful. And wishing we could also go on the quest for some cake.

This type of book and content is exactly what is needed to be in the hands of young people and sexuality educators. I could see myself sending this to friends, family and just confused acquaintances as a coming-out tradition. The tone reminded me of The ABC of LGBT+ by Ashley Mardell, but that book is a 102 class, in concept complexity. I would like to congratulate the authors for this beautiful work for they have made one asexual very happy today.

As the title says, this was a quick and easy guide to asexuality. Handy to learn more about what asexuality, the ace spectrum is, from ace folks themselves, with common misconceptions by other people being explained (and cleared up). This book could be useful to anyone wanting to learn more about asexuality, from relatives or friends of ace people, allosexuals just wanting to know, or ace people themselves. But as it is quick and easy, this book is more of an introduction (with all the foundations), so this is not the book if you want more details and informations.

Compared to my most recent eARC about asexuality, How to be Ace by Rebecca Burgess, this book is more of an infographic about the ace spectrum than a memoir. Though I am not asexual myself, I did find some of what the narrators went through growing up very relatable. For example, feelings of being lonely and an outsider to your peers because you don't have the same interests. Also the fact that one narrator is a person of culture and reads fanfiction.

Rating: 4.75

An excellent, quick and simple guide. A very informative comic that covers a lot of great topics surrounding Asexuality. It would be a great guide for teens in schools and a fantastic resource for parents or friends of Asexual people.
I learnt a lot and it covered a few questions I had about Asexuality.
We also get real-life experiences from the creators (who both identify as Asexual) which was very helpful.
The artwork was simple but fun, however my review copy was not in colour. This may change for the final publication (and I hope it does! I would love to see these images in colour!)
Fantastic list of resources in the back of the comic, for those who want to do further reading or find support.

After reading some other reviews, the two biggest concerns seem to be, one, the comment about “A” standing for “Ally” in LGBTQIA+. The creators don’t agree with this necessarily, but also don’t dispel the theory. I understand how this is a concern as a queer person myself and wish this was addressed better.
And two, the oversimplification of this publication. While I would have been interested in a more in-depth guide to Asexuality. It DOES say in the title “Quick and EASY”. This is meant to be a first-step for research and from the beginning the creators say there are resources in the back for further reading. So I don’t understand this critique.

Overall, a solid guide and I would definitely recommend it!

A Quick & Easy Guide to Asexuality uses personal experience to explain the ins and outs of Asexuality to anyone who may be interested. A place to start for beginners of all types, this book is made with love and knowledge for all to enjoy.

This is a great intro to Asexuality. I loved the tone and the style of the illustrations. I think this is great for both people trying to figure out if they fall on the Ace spectrum and everyone else. My only quibble is that I wish the authors had clearly stated that the A in LGBTQIA+ does not stand for ally. That would be like if instead of BIPOC it was BIPOCA.