Dragon’s Breath and Other True Stories Monkey Punch An important and gorgeous book

An important and gorgeous book I’ll return to for life

Edition on International Material—Asia

A transgender teen named Ryo finds an escape from the expectations and anxieties of his daily life in the world of street fashion

But she isn’t alone for long

combining the precision of line drawings with the gentle pacing of art-house film

Dragon’s Breath and Other True Stories Monkey Punch An important and gorgeous bookBy Mari Naomi. Published by Uncivilised Books. Softcover, 384 pages, B&W, 2014 In this collection of raw, emotionally honest stories, MariNaomi explores a wide range of topics including youthful rebellion, mortality, disillusionment, and compassion. Many of these stories were first serialized on the popular site The Rumpus. These poignant stories, some filled with hope, others tinged with remorse, are sure to appeal to even the most discerning reader.