Although I didn't consciously plan things that way, I realize that the graphic novel I read just before this one was Brian Fies’ A Fire Story. So we could say that the theme of this anthology is extending beyond the bounds of its pages …As you’d guess from the title, Elements: Fire is an anthology of stories revolving around the theme of fire. It's also, as the blurb on the cover touts, an anthology, “by creators of color. “ No creator photos are included, but I’ve certainly no reason to doubt t...

This anthology was one of the best that I have ever read. Many of the stories were written to completion, which isn't really the norm as far as anthologies go, and while I wish the anthology was bigger I now have a list of authors to look for in the future. Its packed with fantasy, science fiction and folk lore for all ages with pro LGBT themes as well. I would highly recommend you getting this one, it might be the only anthology collection worth having on the shelf. That being said this book ca...

Can't wait for Elements: Earth!

The pacing of this anthology was fantastic. I loved the black and red theme as well. My favorites were breath, plucked from heaven, Breathe (which I had read before and loved but didn't know it was from this antho), Cactus Flower, Pulse, and Hearth.

As with most comic anthologies, some of the entries are well crafted short comics, and some of them feel cut-off without enough development to be satisfying. Some of the art was to my taste, and some not. Altogether, though, this collection was of steady quality, and showcases a diverse array of talent and perspectives.Interestingly, I noticed that several of the works had a theme of anti-colonialism and respect for foreign/alien cultures. It's a theme I'd be surprised to see from a white author...

This was great, very high quality overall and not a single story that was outright bad (there always seems to be at least one in short-form comics anthologies, even the anthologies I love). Longer review on my blog later IY"H, but I was a Kickstarter backer and I was very satisfied with what I got. I can't wait for the next volume!!

I am 1000% in love with this anthology, which in addition to being all of the other great things it is, is also very very LGBTQIA+ friendly. I just ... AIIIII I love it so much. I am excited, too, that Stotts & Co. were recognized for their work with Eisners and so forth, and that they are currently working on a sequel. I will kickstart the HELL outta more of this goodness.

I picked up this anthology at ECCC 2018 and was honored to meet a few of the artists and the editor!! A lovely collection of stories. We need more diversity in our art, creators and writers. Use your pennies toward what you value and buy this book!

I funded this project on Kickstarter, and I was very excited that it succeeded. The result is a lovely book with an amazingly rich diversity of styles and stories. All artists work with the same three colors - black, white, and red -, and this ties the chapters together visually, even though each one opens up a new world to fall in love with. The stories include a variety of genres; some are fantasy, some are sci-fi, some are dystopian, some are all or neither. Some chapters were tiny, self-cont...

Beautiful, unique, and much-needed collection of works by queer creators, and creators of color. The thread that held everything together - fire, feels particularly necessary in our current sociopolitical climate. The distinct illustrative and storytelling styles came together beautifully thanks to the brilliant use of color. I laughed, I teared up, and I put the anthology down wanting more.

What's black and white and red all over? The palette of this visually odd anthology, in which red is the only bit of color. Red often represents elemental fire in the stories, but not always. Sometimes it's just a color. Each tale has something to do with some kind of fire, though, whether it's the element itself or simply the fire of the heart and soul. I met the editor at an event, and her description of this volume was so interesting that I bought it on the spot. Part of the premise was to ex...

I backed this on Kickstarter and am very pleased, not just with the stories but with the thorough aesthetic of the volume. Some used a lot of the fire-red, some just touches, but it worked for all of them and tied them together along with the theme. I just wish the stories were longer! Most could spin out nicely into their own volumes. My favorites were Metta Helmet and Breath Plucked From Heaven, and there were none at all that I disliked.

Wow! A gripping, phenomenal sci-fi/fantasy comic anthology collecting stories about fire and heat, exclusively featuring creators of color. As with all anthologies, some stories I enjoyed more than others, but this works so well as a collection, and there are some truly unique and beautiful comics within. Shoutout to Myisha Haynes; her “Firelily” story was my favorite. I’ll certainly be keeping an eye out for more anthologies like this!

Elements Fire is a book that consists of almost multiple graphic novels from completely different books being placed into one book every chapter. The genre is mostly fiction and science fiction because of all of the different story every new chapter which makes the story still exciting and not boring overtime. I think that this is the author's first book because this is the first ever book I have ever read from Taneka Stotts. The characters that were all involved in this book are mostly non-beli...

Excellent collection of short comics by creators of color. Stotts does an incredible job at editing the anthology from story and art choices to how the book's laid out and organized.Each story is fire-themed, and all the art is black and white with red used as a pop fire color. The stories range from fantastical and magical to futuristic and technological. There are stories about first love, ending war, school, parents, best friends, kindness, weather, and eating the last doughnut from the offic...

Inspiring, and one of the best anthology comic collections I've read.

This comics anthology caught my eye on the new shelf at the library, and I'm glad I checked it out. A collection of short graphic stories by creators of color -- it's united by two themes. One, obviously, is fire. The other is that the entire book is printed in black, white, and red, giving visual consistency as well.In any anthology, there are bound be to favorites and not-so-favorites. Happily, there were no stinkers here. Some didn't feel entirely complete, but all had interesting aspects. I

Five stars just aren't enough to accurately reflect my love for this book and the stories it contains. So many talented writers and artists put their hearts into creating an incredible, beautiful comic anthology and it shows.This is a book I will be returning to again and again just to re-experience the magic. I love it and highly recommend it. I just want to share this book with everyone I know!

This is probably one of the best comic anthologies I've read in a long while (and I've read quiiiiiiiiite a few). The varying art styles from each creative team, the different stories, even the limited colour palette used (black, white, greys, and shades of red), all of these contribute to make this a powerful piece of work. Each story just made me want to keep reading, and I was sad when I finished it, only because it meant I didn't have more stories from there. I can't recommend this enough!

Elements: Fire is the second comic anthology from Beyond Press. I backed both this book and the first, Beyond, on Kickstarter, and while I enjoyed both I do think Elements: Fire is quite a bit stronger than its predecessor. Beyond is a collection of queer sci-fi and fantasy stories, putting its focus on telling diverse stories; Elements: Fire is a collection of comics by creators of color who were asked to write speculative fiction themed around fire, with a primary focus on diverse creators. Th...