TELL ME YOUR STORY

Hello,

I am starting a series of short comics that will tell real life stories of people who choose abortion, and I need stories! I want to show that every situation that leads to an abortion is wholly individual, and always involves an actual human being. The anti-choice movement uses gross oversimplification and  reductive narratives to dehumanize people who choose abortion. This gives their followers an excuse to ignore the actual lives affected by forced pregnancy. These comics are my way of counteracting that dangerous and disgusting rhetoric. The finished comics will be shared on BUST Magazine’s blog and socials.

This submission form is for anyone of any age, race, or gender orientation who has chosen abortion.

I am happy for you to tell your story however you choose, but if you would like some prompts, I am interested in the following things: 

  • how did you feel when you found out you were pregnant?

  • What factors went into your choice ( please note, you do not have to justify your choice in any way. )

  • How did the process of seeking abortion care feel to you? Affect you?

  • How has your life been affected by your choice? 

  • ANY feelings you have about your choice, the process, any of it.

I am pro-abortion and I also believe that truth lives in the grey, so you are welcome to share the good, the bad, the complex, and everything in-between

A few notes about your submission and the project:

  • Depending on the amount of stories I receive, I may not be able to use everyone’s stories. My selection process will be based on seeking diversity. 

  • I don’t always interpret text in a literal way. If I choose your story, just be aware that I may not illustrate it in the way you might be used to seeing in comics. Take a look at this comic of mine for an idea of how I often work: https://www.instagram.com/p/CfMin4zlz6x/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

  • You are welcome to fill out your contact info, but I will only use it to contact you in regards to a potential comic. Every story will be absolutely anonymous. 

  • I might have to trim a story due to length, but will be sure to keep the heart of your story and message in tact.

Thank you for participating.

xoxo, Katy