Hey, Mary! by Andrew Wheeler
Mark is a good Catholic boy. He goes to church, he says his prayers, and he spends too much time worrying about hell. When Mark realizes he has a crush on another boy in his school, he struggles to reconcile his feelings with his faith as the weight of centuries of shame and judgment—and his fear of his parents' response—presses on his shoulders. Mark seeks advice from his priest, as well as a local drag performer, but also receives unexpected input from key figures in Catholic history and lore, including Joan of Arc, Michelangelo, St. Sebastian, and Savonarola. Ultimately, only Mark can answer the question: Is it possible for him to be both Catholic and gay?
"A compassionate, welcoming graphic novel about the intersections of faith and identity" * Publishers Weekly *
“Beautifully detailed… Hickman's expressive artwork reinforces the religious themes not only in garment details of featured historical figures but also in haloing Mark or depicting his internal battles. Mark’s fears of failure, pain, and rejection are all too real, and his journey and its hopeful ending could be vital for teens facing similar conflicts.” * Booklist *
"An earnest exploration of the rocky terrain between queerness and faith." * Kirkus Reviews *
"An affirming and nuanced graphic novel about a queer teen’s journey from fear to acceptance." * School Library Journal *
"Hey, Mary! somehow manages to be funny, imaginative, and moving in equal measures. A queer coming-of-age story against the backdrop of Catholic guilt, Hey, Mary! is a tender reminder of the life-and-death struggle it is to become ourselves." * Mark Russell, creator of God Is Disappointed in You *
"Hey, Mary! is a beautifully bold book in both its art and storytelling. For every church kid struggling with their queerness, this book will resonate long after the final page is turned." * Laura Gao, creator of Kirby's Lessons for Falling (In Love) and Messy Roots *
"Hey! Mary will be meaningful for any kid wrestling with questions of Catholic faith, LGBTQ identity, community, and love; and especially those needing deeper explorations of the history and scripture. While it doesn't shy away from the challenges of holding space for both faith and queerness, it reassures us that there is room for both, and without reservation. What exactly that looks like is for each to explore for themselves, but this book is clear: the thing that connects them, resoundingly, is love." * Keezy Young, creator of Taproot *
"At the risk of being too on-the-nose, Hey Mary! is a miracle. Wheeler's script tackles some huge ideas, but never forgets to be fun and funny. Hickman's art is gorgeous, both in the sprawling, ornate fantasy sequences and the small, intimate moments between characters. Buy this book forever and ever, amen." * Jordan Morris, creator of Youth Group *
"A necessary read for believers and non-believers, Hey, Mary! shines a light on how the Bible both helps and hurts the queer community in a way that doesn't feel preachy. Come for the queer biblical icons, but stay for Hickman's drawings of sexy Jesus. I wish this comic onto every small town." * Meggie Ramm, creator of Batcat *
"Saints and stories come to vivid life in this compassionate story of a young man learning to balance his sexuality and his faith. For any readers out there trying to find space in their Catholicism for their queerness, I hope this book can light the way." * Maia Kobabe, creator of Gender Queer: A Memoir *
“Beautifully detailed… Hickman's expressive artwork reinforces the religious themes not only in garment details of featured historical figures but also in haloing Mark or depicting his internal battles. Mark’s fears of failure, pain, and rejection are all too real, and his journey and its hopeful ending could be vital for teens facing similar conflicts.” * Booklist *
"An earnest exploration of the rocky terrain between queerness and faith." * Kirkus Reviews *
"An affirming and nuanced graphic novel about a queer teen’s journey from fear to acceptance." * School Library Journal *
"Hey, Mary! somehow manages to be funny, imaginative, and moving in equal measures. A queer coming-of-age story against the backdrop of Catholic guilt, Hey, Mary! is a tender reminder of the life-and-death struggle it is to become ourselves." * Mark Russell, creator of God Is Disappointed in You *
"Hey, Mary! is a beautifully bold book in both its art and storytelling. For every church kid struggling with their queerness, this book will resonate long after the final page is turned." * Laura Gao, creator of Kirby's Lessons for Falling (In Love) and Messy Roots *
"Hey! Mary will be meaningful for any kid wrestling with questions of Catholic faith, LGBTQ identity, community, and love; and especially those needing deeper explorations of the history and scripture. While it doesn't shy away from the challenges of holding space for both faith and queerness, it reassures us that there is room for both, and without reservation. What exactly that looks like is for each to explore for themselves, but this book is clear: the thing that connects them, resoundingly, is love." * Keezy Young, creator of Taproot *
"At the risk of being too on-the-nose, Hey Mary! is a miracle. Wheeler's script tackles some huge ideas, but never forgets to be fun and funny. Hickman's art is gorgeous, both in the sprawling, ornate fantasy sequences and the small, intimate moments between characters. Buy this book forever and ever, amen." * Jordan Morris, creator of Youth Group *
"A necessary read for believers and non-believers, Hey, Mary! shines a light on how the Bible both helps and hurts the queer community in a way that doesn't feel preachy. Come for the queer biblical icons, but stay for Hickman's drawings of sexy Jesus. I wish this comic onto every small town." * Meggie Ramm, creator of Batcat *
"Saints and stories come to vivid life in this compassionate story of a young man learning to balance his sexuality and his faith. For any readers out there trying to find space in their Catholicism for their queerness, I hope this book can light the way." * Maia Kobabe, creator of Gender Queer: A Memoir *
Andrew Wheeler is a Toronto–based author born and raised in the south of England. His work includes the globetrotting heist comic Cat Fight, the occult noir Sins of the Black Flamingo, feminist fantasy comic Another Castle, and queer sports comedy Love and War. He is the author of the official Dungeons & Dragons cocktail book Puncheons & Flagons, co-author of the Dungeons & Dragons Young Adventurers Guides, and a contributor to the groundbreaking DC Pride and Marvel Voices: Pride anthologies.
Rye Hickman is a visual storyteller and a graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design's Sequential Art program. Past work includes The Harrowing, Bad Dream, Buzzing, and more. They get really excited about dystopian fiction, good coffee, and drawing hands.
Rye Hickman is a visual storyteller and a graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design's Sequential Art program. Past work includes The Harrowing, Bad Dream, Buzzing, and more. They get really excited about dystopian fiction, good coffee, and drawing hands.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781637156384 |
| ISBN 10 | 1637156383 |
| Title | Hey, Mary! |
| Author | Andrew Wheeler |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Oni Press,US |
| Year published | 2025-04-15 |
| Number of pages | 128 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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