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Let's Talk About It: The Teen's Guide to Sex, Relationships, and Being a Human (A Graphic Novel) Paperback – March 9, 2021

by Erika Moen (Author), Matthew Nolan (Author)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 456 ratings
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Is what I'm feeling normal? Is what my body is doing normal? Am I normal? How do I know what are the right choices to make? How do I know how to behave? How do I fix it when I make a mistake?

Let's talk about it.

Growing up is complicated.

How do you find the answers to all the questions you have about yourself, about your identity, and about your body? Let's Talk About It provides a comprehensive, thoughtful, well-researched graphic novel guide to everything you need to know.

Covering relationships, friendships, gender, sexuality, anatomy, body image, safe sex, sexting, jealousy, rejection, sex education, and more, Let's Talk About It is the go-to handbook for every teen, and the first in graphic novel form.
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  1. Print length
    240 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Random House Graphic
  4. Publication date
    March 9, 2021
  5. Grade level
    9 - 12
  6. Reading age
    14 - 17 years
  7. Dimensions
    5.69 x 0.74 x 8.25 inches
  8. ISBN-10
    1984893149
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1984893147
  10. Lexile measure
    HL720L
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Body image? Relationshops? Sex?! Let's Talk About It! Honest, Normalizing, and sex positive

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Gr 9 Up-Don't be afraid. Yes, there are drawings of naked bodies in this book (mostly in the "Body Image" section), and, yes, readers will learn about some of the ways the human body is wired for pleasure. And the detailed drawings of genitals are not solely in service of explaining how babies are made. But every panel of this book, every anatomical drawing, every conversation over tea or in a tent, is loaded with crucial information about consent, respect, consideration, and boundaries. A magnificently varied cast of characters confess their insecurities to their best friends, siblings, crushes, lovers, and hookups and in return receive reassurance, information, and practical advice. Readers will learn about a laundry list of activities, including sexting, masturbation, gender, and fantasies, along with health issues such as safe sex and a couple of the less pleasant aspects of relationships: jealousy and rejection. Moen and Nolan have been making comics about sex for years-their comic Oh Joy Sex Toy has even been exhibited at the Tate Modern in London. Moen's richly individualistic characters keep the pages turning, despite some fat word balloons-the result of personality-rich dialogue and precision, which is important when it comes to topics like identity and relationships. A palette of browns, pinks, and grays continues the celebration of bodies of all shades and shapes. A sprinkling of profanity (including the odd F-bomb) must be noted as it may affect a school library's ability to shelve it. VERDICT Real talk about relationships and sex.­Paula Willey, Enoch Pratt Free Lib., Baltimoreα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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“A refreshingly inclusive read…. offering comprehensive, no-nonsense information on sex and sexuality.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

“Honest, normalizing, and sex positive…. Puts the graphic in the graphic-novel format, in the best and most educational way.” —Kirkus Reviews,starred review

“Every panel of this book… is loaded with crucial information about consent, respect, consideration, and boundaries…. Real talk about relationships and sex.”—SLJ

“A frank and open minded look at sex, relationships, and self-understanding.” —Booklist

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Random House Graphic (March 9, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1984893149
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1984893147
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 14 - 17 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ HL720L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 9 - 12
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.69 x 0.74 x 8.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 456 ratings

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  1. Erika Moen

    Erika Moen

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    Erika Moen is a freelance cartoonist born June 25, 1983 and graduated with an Illustrated Storytelling self-designed degree from Pitzer College in 2006. She lives in the Pacific North West. Having created comics for well over a decade, her work has been published by Dark Horse, Image, Villard and Scholastic, among many others. In addition to creating comics, she also regularly teaches classes and guest lectures on the subject in high schools and colleges around the country. She has been happily married to Matthew Nolan since October 2008.

    2013, Anything That Loves, Northwest Press

    2012, Smut Peddler, Anthology, Iron Circus

    2012, No Straight Lines, Anthology, Fantagraphics Books

    2012, Bucko, written by Jeff Parker, Dark Horse Comics

    2012, The Letter Q: Queer Writers’ Notes to Their Younger Selves, Anthology, Scholastic

    2010, DAR! Volume Two, Self-Published

    2010, Drawn to You, Co-created with Lucy Knisley, Self-Published

    2010, Monsters and Dames, Anthology, Emerald City Comic Con

    2009, DAR! Volume One, Self-Published

    2009, Pip!, Written by George Shannon, Museum of Glass

    2009, Best Erotic Comics, Anthology, Last Gasp

    2009, The Bridge Project, Anthology, Scraped Knee

    2008, Best Erotic Comics, Anthology, Last Gasp

    2005, True Porn: Volume Two, Anthology, Alternative Comics

    2004, Flight: Volume One, Anthology, Villard

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    Matthew Nolan

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    Matthew Nolan is a British ex-pat living in the states with his wife, Erika. After many years of working in the games industry as a visual developer, he now runs a comics business, writing, designing, editing, and coloring sex-positive comics.

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4.3 out of 5 stars
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Learn about paying for porn! One night stands! That virginity is a silly word!
This book has a good chapter on consent and one or two speech bubbles on STIs.It also blames poor body image on white models, embraces the lie that gender is defined by "the society and the culture you live in" (all societies and cultures know there are two genders), does not, as far as I can find, suggest talking with a parent, does suggest finding "interviews with your favorite porn performers, go to the sites they recommend and pay for your porn" and that porn stars are real humans who deserve your respect and that porn is a " sugary treat".The internet is " a great place to research fantasies and kinks safely" and " there are tons of people and communities out there who share your interests and have all kinds of advice". No mention of watching for predators or the legality of adults grooming children or what to do if you come across porn that involves minors or violence.There is a chapter on if you're in an abusive relationship and it does mention talking to "family" and the police.
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Danae
5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for young people
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2023
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Love this book! It’s covers the big topics briefly and gives young people a starting point to learn what’s normal about their bodies/feelings/relationships/sexuality. Heavy emphasis is placed on consent and finding what feels right for you (even if that’s not participating in sex at all). I appreciated the mention of how porn has the potential to be destructive and also being conscientious of where you’re sourcing it and the emphasis that porn is a performance and not reality. This book encourages self exploration without pressure and provides emotional/social/physical safety guidelines for those just learning about their sexuality. The brief chapter on fantasizing/kinks was also very concise and clear. Many popular misconceptions are corrected throughout the book. As a 30 year old, I would have LOVED to have this kind of education and validation as I navigated my tween/teen years. Much of the baggage I’m still working through could have been avoided if I had access to this book. I am thankful resources like this exist for young people today.
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Sarah
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2024
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It's unfortunate this book finds itself on banned lists. It is perfect for teenagers and is pretty responsible in how it refers to consent and protection. My kid even said it was good to help him understand what is real vs. What is dramatized in movies.
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Chelsea
5.0 out of 5 stars Age Appropriate
Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2023
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I decided to read this book due to a small group in my community that wants this removed from the teen/young adult section and instead put in the adult section of the library.

Out of context, this book sounds like a terrible choice for a teenager however, after having read it, I find that it's completely appropriate book for the age group it's targeting.

It covers a wide rage of topics that the average teen might have questions about. It's informative, and written in a style of how teens would talk to each other.

This is perfect for a teenager that's too embarrassed to talk to an adult about the subject matter, or worried that their friends will tease them about not knowing certain information.

It's also very repetitive on making sure you have consent with your partner should you choose to do anything together. Within each topic covered this comic encourages teens to be happy in their skin, to love themselves how they are, and to treat others the way they'd like to be treated.

It's a very inclusive book, with many of the illustrations showing different disabilities such as one being in a wheelchair, another showing misding limbs or prostheses. Sign language is even depicted in one part.

The nude images of the bodies and done in an accurate, yet cartoonish way that's tastefully graphic.

I liked this comic and feel comfortable having my 15 year old son read this.
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Heather Cooper
1.0 out of 5 stars Learn about paying for porn! One night stands! That virginity is a silly word!
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2022
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This book has a good chapter on consent and one or two speech bubbles on STIs.

It also blames poor body image on white models, embraces the lie that gender is defined by "the society and the culture you live in" (all societies and cultures know there are two genders), does not, as far as I can find, suggest talking with a parent, does suggest finding "interviews with your favorite porn performers, go to the sites they recommend and pay for your porn" and that porn stars are real humans who deserve your respect and that porn is a " sugary treat".

The internet is " a great place to research fantasies and kinks safely" and " there are tons of people and communities out there who share your interests and have all kinds of advice". No mention of watching for predators or the legality of adults grooming children or what to do if you come across porn that involves minors or violence.

There is a chapter on if you're in an abusive relationship and it does mention talking to "family" and the police.
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Heather Cooper
1.0 out of 5 stars Learn about paying for porn! One night stands! That virginity is a silly word!
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2022
This book has a good chapter on consent and one or two speech bubbles on STIs.

It also blames poor body image on white models, embraces the lie that gender is defined by "the society and the culture you live in" (all societies and cultures know there are two genders), does not, as far as I can find, suggest talking with a parent, does suggest finding "interviews with your favorite porn performers, go to the sites they recommend and pay for your porn" and that porn stars are real humans who deserve your respect and that porn is a " sugary treat".

The internet is " a great place to research fantasies and kinks safely" and " there are tons of people and communities out there who share your interests and have all kinds of advice". No mention of watching for predators or the legality of adults grooming children or what to do if you come across porn that involves minors or violence.

There is a chapter on if you're in an abusive relationship and it does mention talking to "family" and the police.
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Thrill Seeker
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for students AND adults
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2024
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This book provides a wealth of sex-positive health information. Geared toward teens, but also perfect for adults who may have had sub-standard (or none) sex ed themselves. Emphasizes safety, personal choice, models consent, and is body, gender, and sexual practice inclusive. A must read!
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Florida Foodie
5.0 out of 5 stars Grandma APPROVES!
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2023
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This book has been banned from our Palm Beach County Florida Public Elementary School Libraries. I ordered and read it cover to cover because I was concerned that an educational book on sex with such great reviews and in an appealing graphic novel format was being banned. It is quite explicit, but the artwork (with detailed labels) is informative without being too realistic. It is helpful to know what the correct names of body parts are, as a child or adult. It is difficult to ask questions about body parts if you do not have words for them. There is nothing pornographic (intentionally arousing) about the content. Elementary School seems too young to me, but I believe children have become much more sexually aware and active much younger than when I was a child (b.1945). I am sending this book along to my daughter for her two children (ages 14 and 12) to share with them when she thinks they are ready. It is important for children to know FACTS, not just learn from other children. I can recall my college girlfriends believing that a bottle of Coca-Cola used as an after-sex douche was an effective contraceptive! As well as many other equally incorrect and potentially dangerous ideas about sexual practices.
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Jennifer
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
Reviewed in Canada on September 25, 2023
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This book is beyond brilliant. My heart hurts for those giving this book poor reviews. How much shame they must walk around with.
This is the most neutral, body positive, sex positive, realistic, healthy, educational, shame-free book you could wish for.
I am so grateful for it, and so proud to be able to give it to my kids.
Every human should read it.
Beautiful.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A great addition to learning
Reviewed in France on March 7, 2022
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My son is 10 and has lots of questions. This book is definitely too old for him right now, but he is very good at reading and researching at the level that’s right for him.

He knows I have the answers and if he doesn’t want to hear me say it, he now knows that this book covers it for him.

It’s in his bedroom, he picks it up and puts it down. Last night he told me that he read a page he didn’t understand. It was about intersex and so we opened the pages and talked about it together. We talked about how one day one of his friends may feel like this. They may even confide in him. He said it would be a hard conversation but now he would be ready and would understand instead of feeling weird or laughing.

Then he closed the book and talked about Sonic the hedgehog.

This book delivers in a way that he understands and makes things matter of fact. I wish it had existed when I was young. I’m ashamed of how little I understood about people who were ‘different’ to me.
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Karine
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, approachable resource!
Reviewed in Canada on July 28, 2021
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I got two copies of this book. One for my teens, and another for a friend's teen. This material is so well done, well presented, the art is great, there's nothing pretentious or preachy about it. Super inclusive, and each rtopics is told through little stories between the characters.
I love that it's not just about sex and bodies, too. There's a lot about HOW to navigate the social aspects of relationships, jealousy, and emotions.

Now if I could only get my teens to not be TOO embarrased to read it...
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Mrs Venning
4.0 out of 5 stars Covers all the ‘in between’ that never gets explained. Fully recommend it.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 11, 2022
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The ‘sex’ talk is more than just explaining about being safe and The book explains in detail information to my teenager that I couldn’t.
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Blythe Underys
5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best books in a while
Reviewed in Canada on May 17, 2021
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This book is amazing. It covers everything in a very progressive way. Thank you for writing this book!
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