Voices that Count was a beautiful and engaging anthology. I loved the varied art style. With how anthologies are set up, it was easy to have a quick but meaningful dialogue on many difficult topics. It was a good format for this style of work. The comics individually were beautifully rendered. This anthology was very influential, and the discussion of women's issues was well done. I feel there was a proper amount of thought about difficult issues (sa, sex work, eating disorders, etc.) before putting the pen to paper. I thoroghly enjoyed this graphic anthology.

This is a collection of short stories in graphic form that share the individual's experience of what it is like to be a woman.

I liked this one! It was fun and fully of interesting comics from different perspectives. I did wind up buying a copy and donating it to our local library. Thank you!

Thanks to Netgalley and IDW Publishing for the ARC of this!

What an interesting look at feminism and women’s lives over a wide range of experiences through a diverse range of lenses. I liked most of the art styles used a lot, and most of the stories were very impactful and poignant. I really liked the one that imagined a day in a world of flipped gender roles and experiences.

"Progress isn't a straight line."

The art in this collection is absolutely phenomenal. I also really loved the scope of the pieces. Empowerment, the journey of womanhood, and coming to love oneself are all prevalent themes within the anthology.

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Thank you to IDW Publishing for providing me with the ePub for free via NetGalley for an unbiased review.

This is an English translation of a Spanish publication. While the women involved in writing and drawing it hail from a single country, their stories have global significance. Their personal experiences include underdog successes in the face of patriarchal bias and oppression, a battle with anorexia, and efforts to promote women’s pride and equality in Uganda through soccer. Most are told in a traditional sequential art style, but the book also features illustrated poems, song lyrics, and a prose piece that’s accompanied by a handful of striking images.

I like the concept of this collection that celebrates women. This is a translated work that features female voices and illustrators from Spain.

There were a couple of standout stories that I really enjoyed, and a few that I felt could have been a bit longer to leave the reader with a bit more impact. I always love having the opportunity to hear voices from different cultures and backgrounds. It provides such meaningful perspective that really shows the commonality we share while also highlighting the beauty of the differences.

It would have been great to see even more representation especially from Black, Disabled, and Trans authors and illustrators.

TW for ED.

***Thank you to IDW Publishing for providing me with the ePub for free via NetGalley for an unbiased review.

"Voices that count" follows the lead of other women-related books that highlight creations that many times are overlooked because of the creators' gender. If you're interested in what Spain is reading at the moment but dont understand Spanish, this is a good starting point to a glimpse into European content. Highly recommended.

This book was super cool. A graphic novel anthology by, and about, women. While perhaps this anthology could have had more Queer representation, this book is nonetheless a great compilation that gives voice to female experience in Spain from the minds of Spanish illustrators and authors. Fascinating and something I hope to see more of.

A beautifully drawn and plotted graphic novel that managed to inter splice strong thematic elements and keep up great entertainment value.

This is an amazing graphic novel anthology. It is created by women to tell of uniquely female experiences. I think it says a lot that, while this book was first made in Spain, not a single story was truly unrelatable to this American reader. The stories tell of love, struggles, and triumph. They talk about mental illnesses, toxic standards, and gender imbalances.

I loved all of the different styles of writing and art and the fact that each story was brief but thoughtful.

This anthology by women features women in short stories, some of them autobiographical.

The positive things:
The format was great All of these tales had the perfect length to get their point across, and making them longer would add a drag to it that is thankfully missing. Some art styles appealed more to me than others, but there was none I actively disliked. I got to know new-to-me authors and artists, which is always a plus.

The negative things:
While I get that this anthology is about women and their stories, a mention of non binary people would have been nice. Somewhere, anywhere. Just an acknowledgement of existence.
Queer people were mentioned in one panel, and this collection doesn’t feature any physical disabilities. Could have been better in regards to inclusivity.

If you ignore that, interesting, both in terms of art and of topics chosen.
Would read on if there should be further volumes, would recommend though mind the warnings

Solid 4 ⭐️ read ❤️

-nine short stories about women & feminism
-the format & the abundance of difference styles of illustrations/art were lovely throughout the novel.
-the styles of writing changing during each story was wonderful

Emotional & thought provoking…go pick it up 🖤

Thank you to NetGalley & the publisher for the ARC.

This anthology wasn't what I hoped it would be. Some sections were riveting while others seemed to lack a purpose. Unfortunately, I just found the book confusing.

This graphic novel was fantastic. It consists of nine short stories all about women and feminism. The stories are Julio by Julia Otero and Ada Diez, 24 Hours by Lola Garcia and Agustina Guerrero, The Bug by Diana Lopez Varela and Akira Pantsu, Empowered by Estefania Molina and Ana Orcina, Loneliness by Eva Amaral and Maria Hesse, Sexier by Leticia Dolera and Raquel Riba Rossy, Turtle Steps by Sandra Sabates and Sandra Cardona, Over a Banana Skirt by Almudena Grandes and Sara Herranz, and Mzungu by Patricia Campos and Sara Soler. I think my favoite story was Turtle Steps closely followed by The Bug. Overall, all of the stories were fantastic and the artwork for each one was nicely done. I would highly recommend that anyone check this book out.

I NEEDED this comics anthology. Developed by an all-female creative team, these stories are refreshing and timely. It is hard to compare the stories since the styles are so disparate but still blend perfectly to create an overall narrative. I want a framed copy of the first page of "Empowered", written by Estefanía Molina and Ana Oncina. The infograhic style of this story is a perfect fit for the content. Another one of my favorites was “Turtle Steps” by Sandra Sabatés and Sandra Cardona. The style is breathtaking and emotive.

This book deserves a place on your library shelves: school, public, and also at home!

Voices That Count is a graphic novel anthology full of stories that take a closer look at our world as it stands. More accurately, it portrays tales of different women all over the world. It was initially written in Spanish but was recently (ish) translated, letting a more comprehensive range of readers give it a try. I was really excited when I heard that, as Voices That Count had been on my radar for a while now.

This anthology has nine stories, including some that hit close to home! I'm sure that was the intention; how could it not be? I highly recommend that readers try this one, as there are some crucial messages woven into the stories.


Julio by Julia Otero and Ada Diez
Julio is very much an homage from daughter to father, and it is very sweet. It certainly rang a bell for this reader. On a different note, I really enjoyed the art style.

24 Hours by Lola Garcia and Agustina Guerrero
Ouch, 24 Hours hits hard. It imagines what the world would be like if the gender norms were swapped. The simple black and white color palette enhance this imagining, making it feel like a classic TV show.

The Bug by Diana Lopez Varela and Akira Pantsu
The Bug is going to be a hard one for certain readers to get through. If you have, or are currently, struggling with an eating disorder, you might want to pass on this one. That being said, it did a great job of portraying what is happening inside somebody's head during this time.

Empowered by Estefania Molina and Ana Orcina
Empowered takes a closer look at why women do and don't speak up, especially in a professional setting. It's a great conversation starter (no pun intended) on this subject.

Loneliness by Eva Amaral and Maria Hesse
Loneliness is a powerful poem with creative imagery to help support the message. I really enjoyed this one!

Sexier by Leticia Dolera and Raquel Riba Rossy
Sexier is an excerpt from Biting the Apple. It looks at how women's bodies are policed, especially in certain careers. They're expected to meet these insane standards or risk losing out. I'm going to have to make a point of reading the rest of Biting the Apple.

Turtle Steps by Sandra Sabates and Sandra Cardona
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. That certainly feels to be the case in Turtle Steps. The story is compelling, but the artwork really brings it home! This is probably my favorite from the collection.

Over a Banana Skirt by Almudena Grandes and Sara Herranz
Over a Banana Skirt is a surprisingly introspective piece, delving into history, societal expectations, and pretty much a hundred other things. It's a great read, especially if you're looking for something that'll make you stop and think.

Mzungu by Patricia Campos and Sara Soler
Lately, I've been reading a lot about how sports can help societies as a whole – it can encourage education and equality, among many other important concerns. Mzungu seems to encapsulate all of that reading I've been doing, putting it into something both deeply personal and approachable.

This is a graphic novel anthology from Spanish women whose voice have been previously unheard. These stories needed to be heard. I loved the mix of mediums and art styles! Very creative.

"Pioneer women are rarely appreciated, our professionalism is put into question. We need to constantly prove we're the best at everything."

"Voices That Count" is a graphic collection of nine beautifully written comics penned by Spanish writers and masterfully drawn by nine distinct artists. This Spanish collection has newly been translated into English. The storytelling in each comic is unique, the artistic drawings are captivating.

Julio
"Nothing will empower a woman more than a feminist father...He educated me not to tolerate any meddling in my life, nor to my individual freedom."

24Hours
A fever dream of gender role reversals: men earn less money than women, the new male journalist recruit is leered at and viewed as "a hunk", and four women analyze a football game.

The Bug
A girl with a new belly button piercing is body shamed by hearing the words "flabby abs". "From that innocent comment onward, my life changed forever." "...there will always be a schmuck willing to destroy your self esteem..." Trust in yourself!

Mzubgu
Never stop doing something you are passionate about... [if] you are different than everybody else due to your gender, culture or ethnicity.

"Progress isn't a straight line." From a young age, one must take the extra steps toward empowerment. What women have to say matters! This graphic anthology is focused upon themes of enlightenment and encouragement to be your best self. A read for all ages.

Thank you IDW Publishing and Net Galley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

NetGalley ARC Educator 550974

Representation Matters. The voices are varied and pertinent. The stories will have you experience an array of emotion. It's worth it. I hope this is the first of many and look forward to reading more of these voices.