This book first of all has an amazing art style. The drawings were easy to follow and the author switched up the sizes of the frames a fun amount.

Secondly, this is told really digestibly. I could recognise myself in some parts and I think the house as a metaphor was a really good idea.

I recommend this graphic novel to everyone exploring their gender, but also parents of trans kids, or even ppl who want to learn more about trans experiences.

Really well written.

Thank you to Netgalley and the author and publisher for an audioARC. This is my honest review in exchange.

I saw this and thought it would be a super interesting read as I was a curious how a graphic novel would translate to an audiobook, but it was AMAZING. The backing tracks of birds, footsteps, crunching leaves etc.
Homebody is most definitely essential reading for everyone, it so graciously explains what it means to be non-binary, while always leaving room for fluidity and change. It’s a topic I don’t know much about and I feel that everyone should maybe read up as it’s such an important part of life today - gender, sexuality etc. it was really heart breaking at points as it shows the struggles they goes through at school not only from peers but teachers not accepting who they wants to be.

This book could really help teens who are possibly just starting their journey and learn about this topic as it explains it in a clear, fun way that doesn't feel threatening or intimidating.
The narrator is fantastic and emotive, really capturing the story. I would love to buy the graphic novel to explore and look at the illustrations.

Overall an interesting and really good story. Be who you want to be .. and be proud of who you are.

HomeBody is Theo’s journey of self-discovery. Of finding a home in their own body. Of their relationship with their pronouns and their name. Of finding the group of people with whom they could share this journey without fear & judgement.

I feel like a broken record when I say that this book is like a warm hug. But I won't stop saying it because it’s true. This straight-from-the-heart depiction of Theo’s life in images and colour is a very empowering narrative. It makes you believe. It assures you that it's okay to not have found the destination. That the journey is equally beautiful. As long as we are inching closer to being at home in our bodies, it's fine.

I didn't know I needed this assurance.

Pick up it no matter what books you like.. becauseI am sure you’ll love it.

A cute and wholseome story of inclusion perfect for younger audiences.
The graphic novel translates well to audio and provides messages of growth, understanding and self-love that should be celebrated.

Incredibly cute, honest, crucial, raw.
Extremely well narrated and the sound design is great too.
A must-read for non-biary and those who wish to be informed.

A warm, gentle, and unnervingly accurate memoir of growing up and realising that you're nonbinary. I related to a lot of this, and appreciated that its a nonbinary story that isn't simply focused on being a teenager, but tells the story of the authors journey with their identity through University and the weird limbo you end up in after finishing it when you work after it. I truly believe that this can fall under an all ages book of queerness. It could ve helpful for teens possibly just starting their journey, and it's fun as an adult to reflect (and sometimes feel a little called out) on your journey. Or even to learn about this topic as it explains it in a clear, fun way that doesn't feel threatening or intimidating. And I appreciate the fact that it states that most of the time if your trusted person deadnames you, its likely out of habbit.
I listened to the Audiobook version, and when I say that this was the most lively and animated narration I have heard of an audiobook, I mean it. It truly felt like a cartoon in voice format. And I mean that in a good way.

This was such a beautiful audio book - I wasn't sure how it would work given it was originally a graphic novel and was worried I'd be "missing out" but this was special and I'm glad I listened to it. It was easy to listen to and just made me feel really good and trust in my own journey.

This book is brilliant! I am loving all the books coming out now about being transgender or non-binary, but this is the first book I've read about both of these.

I listened to the audio for this and it was perfect! There were sound effects throughout that really made it come to life and I felt like I was walking along with Theo while they told me about their life. I felt like I really understood Theo and at times wanted to give them a hug.

This book was honest and emotional and din't shy away from hard topics which I loved.

I think this is an important book to read for many people, and will really help others understand a bit more about being transgender and/or non-binary.

I'm sure the illustrations in the physical version as well as having an audio option will make this much more accessible to a wide range of people, including those who don't typical read full novels. I really hope it does because this is a really special story that needs to be shared.

Thank you to Macmillan UK Audio and Netgalley for this audio ARC.

“I am seen. I exist. I’m not alone”.

This is an absolutely exquisite, beautiful and incredible book. I’m so, so freakin glad I got to listen to this radical, gentle powerhouse story.

The narrator is fantastic and emotive, really capturing the story and voice. I bought the graphic novel to explore along and together, they were so immersive and beautiful.

“Blossoming in an environment where the odds are stacked immeasurably against you is a beautiful act of defiance”.

Stunning.

This book is amazing! I listened to the ARC of the audiobook and it's so wonderfully done. The narrator is amazing and the sound effects are great. I was a bit nervous about how it would translate from a graphic novel but it didn't feel disjointed at all.

Reading this made me feel so at home in myself and look back at who I used to be and how far I've come. Everyone should read this book no matter who they are. It makes you feel so warm and cosy ❤️

I had read a digital copy of this book and loved it so much that I was delighted to be approved to listen to the audio version. It did not disappoint! I loved the narrators and the sound effects and music were also fantastic touches. I really felt that it was brought to life perfectly, which I imagine would be hard to do for a graphic novel. However, it did not suffer but was a great listen, short but sweet, and I loved being able to experience it in a different format.

Such a great book for a young audience! I was given the audiobook and the quality, sound effects and back track for it was amazing makes you really feel how they want the book to be read. Love this!

I loved Home Body as a graphic novel. I think it's incredibly timely and adds a much needed humanity to the 'debate' that is causing so much unnecessary distress at the moment.

Theo's voice is honest, poetic, emotive, engaging and funny on the page and let me tell you: Roly Botha is the PERFECT personification of Theo - the perfect guide through their story. Enchanting to listen to and an added layer of humanity that gave this story even more depth.

I don't listen to many audio books, because my concentration levels are low, but I was intrigued to find out how a graphic novel would translate. The answer is: incredibly well. Truthfully, this feels more like a fully fledged radio drama than I was anticipating and it was exactly what Theo and their story deserved.

Well done to all involved, and I really hope the novel and the audio book can be used to help others see that these are ordinary people's lives that are being weaponised.

I was fortunate enough to get an early review copy of this audio book - it’s a lovely quality recording and the narrator has a warm and welcoming voice. As the mother of a trans son, I want to try to understand the experience of being transgender…thank you, Theo, for your courage and generosity in sharing your story.

Where to even begin with the most beautiful book I've read this year, and it was the 50th book I read.
Homebody is most definitely essential reading for everyone, it so graciously explains what it means to be non-binary, while always leaving room for fluidity and change.
Homebody is a graphic memoir and follows Theo's journey as they learn what it means to be themselves. The book explores conforming to the rules of society and the dysphoria this causes, questioning and the comfort in trying new ways of expressing your identity, to finding your people and understanding that being non-binary is a journey rather than a destination.
Homebody will forever have a cherished space on my shelf, I truly believe everyone should read this incredible book. And I applaud Theo for writing such a candid and emotional story about their own life, these stories that prove a happy and positive future is possible for trans youth is needed so desperately.
I read this alongside listening to the audiobook and although a graphic memoir is ideally seen in picture format, the sound effects create a beautiful immersive experience for the readers who prefer audiobooks. I think more non-fiction books should go to the effort to include such incredible auditory effects. Well done to whoever was responsible for the decisions regarding this audiobook.

Thank you to NetGalley, Theo Parish and Macmillan UK Audio for providing me with an audiobook ARC of this title in exchange for an honest review.

This short audiobook was such a wholesome and insightful look into the life of a young transgender artist. While some parts of the memoir were obviously less positive than others, the story as a whole felt so hopeful. I can't speak for the trans community but I do feel that this audiobook would be a great reference for anyone struggling with their gender identity.

The production of the audiobook was absolutely stunning! I wondered how a graphic novel could be translated into audio and I'll admit I was a little sceptical going into this one, but it did not disappoint! The music and sound effects paired so well with the different voices and accents and I found myself picturing it all so clearly in my head!

Overall I really enjoyed this! It was short and sweet and conveyed all it needed to. It's an emotional and thought provoking memoir that gives such a good insight into what it's like to grow up non-binary.

After absolutely loving the graphic novel that I was on the blog tour for, I think I loved the audio even better! Such an immersive experience to listen to this while also reading along! I would recommend this to everyone!

This was a fast-paced audio version of a graphic memoir, and it definitely hit me in several ways. I really enjoyed listening to this, it was better than other audio adaptations of graphic novels that I have listened to, maybe because the style was a better fit. I enjoyed several ideas that the book raised (the journey towards discovering yourself, making your body a home) and the overall audio immersion that this book provided, even though that means that I did not get to enjoy the artwork. The title also fit well with the story, blending perfectly with the cover.

I felt that the memoir fell a bit short in some ways, but that is understandable, as each person has a different story to tell. Nevertheless, this was relatable, inspiring and heartfelt, being a quite nice read especially for the YA age group. It's quite close to a four-star read for me, yet it's not reaching that point.

This book felt hopeful and joyful. The way Theo talks about their gender identity feels authentic and I hope this book can show a positive messages to other people in Theo's situation, because growing up and discovering yourself can be hard and confusing, but knowing you are not on your own is so helpful. The way their family, found and birth, support them through life was magical . They were clearly brought up by amazing parents and have an amazing group of friends around them.

I was genuinely uplifted after listening to this and will definitely buy a physical copy!

I was curious how this would be translated from a graphic novel to an audio book and I wasn't disappointed,

I really enjoyed this book, and would definitely recommend to listen to this story.

Thank you for the chance to listen