“The best graphic novel autobiographies provide insight into the lives of remarkable people and Kimiko Tobimatsu’s story, complemented by the highly skilled art of Keet Geniza, is a particularly special privilege for us.”
Toronto Star
“Candidly written and lovingly illustrated . . . As much a critique on the mainstream cancer movement as it is a tome on finding one’s own way through, this is a perspective on the journey rarely seen in print.”
Ms. Magazine
“An engaging and inspirational account of dealing with illness and its perception.”
Kirkus Reviews
“Kimiko Does Cancer is a sensitively told and beautifully rendered graphic memoir and a stunning debut accomplishment . . .”
Fanbase Press
“The most exciting books coming out in fall 2020” and “The best Canadian comics of 2020”.
CBC Books
“Beautifully drawn and candidly told, Kimiko Does Cancer asks important questions about how to move forward when you’ve seemingly beaten cancer, yet it continues to affect every part of your life – from your body and self-image to your relationships and sense of purpose. Kimiko leads us, with openness and vulnerability, on a cancer journey focused less on survival and more on how best to live while staying true to herself.”
Teresa Wong, author of Dear Scarlet
“With honesty, humility, and humour, Kimiko Does Cancer challenges cliches and what we think we know about being diagnosed with and treated for cancer. A triumph!”
MK Czerwiec, author of Taking Turns: Stories from HIV/AIDS Care Unit 371
“This is an important and insightful cancer memoir that does not try to laugh off the suffering and anguish that a cancer diagnosis brings. Aided by Keet Geniza’s compelling illustrations, Kimiko brings an original queer perspective to the genre, dealign with issues of masculinity, body image, reproduction, identity and self-worth, raising questions that htis reader had not previously considered. Excellent!”
Ian Williams, author of The Bad Doctor and The Lady Doctor
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