Kimiko Does Cancer tells the story of a young, queer, mixed-race woman’s experience with the physical realities of breast cancer, but also the interpersonal – dealing with isolation from friends, dating while in menopause and talking about feelings with family.
Not one for pink ribbons or runs for the cure, Kimiko seeks connection within the cancer community while also critiquing the mainstream cancer narrative. Kimiko’s story comes to life with stunning illustrations by Keet Geniza.
Published by Arsenal Pulp Press.
About Us
Kimiko Tobimatsu (she/her) is an employment and human rights lawyer born and raised in Toronto. She loves playing sports, searching out delicious food and hanging out in parks.
Keet Geniza (they/she) is an illustrator and comic artist born and raised in Manila. They moved to Toronto in 2006 and immersed themself in comics and zines as a way to cope and document their struggles as a queer, immigrant, person of colour. Their zines have been featured in Broken Pencil magazine and are archived in Barnard College, Brown University and the University of Utah, among others. Keet’s comic zine, Big Girl Rock! Navigating a Fat Life, was funded by the Ontario Arts Council and was featured in the show Exhibitionists for CBC Arts.
Have a question? Contact us at kimikodoescancer@gmail.com.
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