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Are You Listening? Paperback – Illustrated, September 10, 2019

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 428 ratings

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The graphic novel Are You Listening? is an intimate and emotionally soaring story about friendship, grief, and healing from Eisner Award winner Tillie Walden.

Bea is on the run. And then, she runs into Lou.

This chance encounter sends them on a journey through West Texas, where strange things follow them wherever they go. The landscape morphs into an unsettling world, a mysterious cat joins them, and they are haunted by a group of threatening men. To stay safe, Bea and Lou must trust each other as they are driven to confront buried truths. The two women share their stories of loss and heartbreak―and a startling revelation about sexual assault―culminating in an exquisite example of human connection.

This magical realistic adventure from the celebrated comics creator of
Spinning and On a Sunbeam will stay with readers long after the final gorgeously illustrated page.

2020 Eisner Award Winner, Best Graphic Album--New
A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book of 2019
A National Public Radio (NPR) Best Book of 2019
An O Magazine Best LGBTQ Book of 2019
One of The Comics Beat's Best Comics of 2019
A Lambda Literary Award Finalist
A Harvey Award nominee, Best Book of the Year

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“Combining dreamily gorgeous artwork and lyrical, sophisticated storytelling, 23-year-old Eisner award-winning graphic novelist Tillie Walden has emerged as a master of her craft.” ―O, the Oprah Magazine

“Delicate and emotional and inspiring.” ―
The Comics Beat

“Equal parts paranoid tension and quiet wonder . . . A nuanced portrayal of the connection between Bea and Lou.” ―
Publishers Weekly

“Walden’s subtle writing and art lend an air of mystery, and manga-esque character designs and detailed backgrounds provide generous helpings of atmosphere . . . The narrative offers no easy solutions, but the reader is still left feeling hopeful and, perhaps, a little healed.” ―
Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred review

“Walden is up to her usual visual tricks in her latest, with intriguingly layered, intricately detailed images in rich, warm, sunset colors that lack concrete realism but cultivate powerful atmosphere . . . A moving story of recovery and resilience.” ―
Booklist, starred review

"Walden crafts a story rich in metaphor about two gay women on a journey through trauma and grief...A tsunami of emotions―sharp and heavy." ―
Kirkus

“Walden deftly explores weighty subjects within the deceptively simple road trip narrative . . . the combination of real-life trauma with magical realism makes this tale of queer friendship, healing, and rebuilding in the wake of pain and anguish an important addition to collections.” ―
School Library Journal

"
Walden crafts another graphic novel exploring themes of trauma, healing, identity, and chosen family...like the illustrations, the protagonists’ reality is shaped by their emotions, and by book’s end each has had space to process some of her pain." ―Horn Book

“With its spectacular art and original storytelling,
Are You Listening? is a profound and magical road trip through a surreal landscape with two characters―and one special cat―who will break your heart.” ―Laura Ruby, author of National Book Award Finalist Bone Gap

On a Sunbeam
:

“Tillie Walden is the future of comics.” ―Brian K. Vaughan, Saga series and
Paper Girls

On a Sunbeam is a rare treat.” ―Martha Wells, author of The Murderbot Diaries and The Books of the Raksura

“I couldn't put this down.” ―Ann Leckie, author of
Ancillary Justice

“It was so easy to curl up in the art and lose myself in the story.” ―Becky Chambers, author of
The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet


Spinning:
Eisner Award winner

“[A] stark, gripping graphic novel memoir.” ―
Washington Post

“Engrossing.” ―
New York Times

“Intimate and compelling. A quiet powerhouse of a memoir.” ―
Kirkus Reviews, starred review

“A haunting and resonant coming-of-age story.” ―
Publishers Weekly, starred review

“Deeply satisfying.” ―
Booklist, starred review

About the Author

Tillie Walden is a cartoonist and illustrator from Austin, TX. She is a graduate of the Center for Cartoon Studies, where she now teaches. As of 2022, she has published three graphic novellas with the London based Avery Hill Publishing and three with First Second Books, including her Eisner Award-winning memoir Spinning. She currently lives in Lebanon, New Hampshire with her cat Stan.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ First Second; Illustrated edition (September 10, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1250207568
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1250207562
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 14 - 18 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 10 - 12
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.5 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.1 x 0.95 x 8.5 inches
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Customers enjoy the lovely artwork and story with its magical realism and fantastical elements. They find the emotional depth immersive, dealing with grief and trauma in a profound way. The writing is described as well-written and brilliantly done.

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"This was my first graphic novel and I really enjoyed it. The story held my interest and the art work was simply beautiful. Loved the book." Read more

"...On a sunbeam is still my favorite from her, but this story is immersive and pulls your emotions in a way or another. The art is beautiful as always." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2020
    A poignant book that deals with grief and trauma in a profound and raw way, set against a stunning backdrop. I loved the friendship that unfolds between Lou and Bea, and the ways in which they both support each other during their road trip. I also really enjoyed the thread of magical realism / fantastical elements that were woven throughout the story in such a masterful way. It was brilliantly done. As always, Tillie Walden's work is breathtaking and profound and "Are You Listening?" is no different. I highly recommend it.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2022
    This was my first graphic novel and I really enjoyed it. The story held my interest and the art work was simply beautiful. Loved the book.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2020
    This is the first time I've ever read a book like this one and I don't think I'll ever forget Lou and Be a any time soon! I just love the superb artwork and the deep feelings that were expressed throughout the story. I'll definitely read more books from this awesome author!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2020
    Tillie never gets it wrong, in my opinion. On a sunbeam is still my favorite from her, but this story is immersive and pulls your emotions in a way or another. The art is beautiful as always.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2023
    My kid loves the book. He loves graphic novels so this was a great find. He tells me that the story is very intriguing and keeps his attention and such an amazing story line.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2021
    The art in this book is beautiful and the story is heart-wrenching. Shipping was fast and the book came in mint condition.
  • Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2022
    The cover is smooth, it was like brand-new and everything was good- good book
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2022
    Not a bad story. It did keep me hooked, but it really wasn’t tied together the way it needed to be. I felt like a lot of plot lines didn’t really go anywhere. Great art, but not for me.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Favourite Tillie Walden Graphic Novel
    Reviewed in Canada on August 9, 2021
    My favourite book out of all of Tillie's works. 'Are you listening?' has such well rounded characters, nostalgic settings, and spooky elements that roll up into the perfect package. Would absolutely recommend the read
  • Alfredo Jiménez
    4.0 out of 5 stars Bonita edición, deslucida por mal manejo
    Reviewed in Mexico on December 20, 2020
    El libro llegó a tiempo. Las ilustraciones son muy buenas y recrean una atmósfera cargada de emociones. Cuatro estrellas porque la edición en pasta dura venía sin retractilar, con las cubiertas sucias. Amazon debería cuidar mejor el manejo y almacenamiento.
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    Alfredo Jiménez
    4.0 out of 5 stars Bonita edición, deslucida por mal manejo
    Reviewed in Mexico on December 20, 2020
    El libro llegó a tiempo. Las ilustraciones son muy buenas y recrean una atmósfera cargada de emociones. Cuatro estrellas porque la edición en pasta dura venía sin retractilar, con las cubiertas sucias. Amazon debería cuidar mejor el manejo y almacenamiento.
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  • Hannah Campbell
    5.0 out of 5 stars great!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 18, 2021
    Lovely book and in great condition
  • EI
    3.0 out of 5 stars Visualmente bonito, pero me falla la historia
    Reviewed in Spain on December 22, 2020
    Hay veces que leo un libro y pienso "esto ya lo he visto antes". Aunque disfrute el libro, esa sensación agridulce de falta de sorpresa me deja un poso que enturbia lo demás, y eso me ha ocurrido con "Are you listening?". Es una novela gráfica llena de bonitas metáforas visuales y me ha gustado mucho el uso que hace la autora del color, pero la historia, muy a mi pesar, no ha llegado a atraparme.
  • Client d'Amazon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Touching
    Reviewed in France on October 19, 2019
    Really good story, we get attached to the two characters as if we were part of the trip ... Illustrations are fantastic. Colors are so well choosen.
    I'm French and I was not able to wait for the French version of the book and i was not disappointed!