Strange Bedfellows
Strange Bedfellows is a graphic novel written and illustrated by Ariel Slamet Ries. It was published on March 4, 2025 by HarperAlley.
Strange Bedfellows
- Creator
- Ariel Slamet Ries
- Date
- 2025
- Publisher
- HarperAlley
- Language
- English
- Genre
- science fiction · transgender fiction · LGBT comic
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It is recorded as the work of Ariel Slamet Ries. Publication is recorded by HarperAlley. The recorded date of publication is 2025. It is associated with Australia and United States. Recorded genres are science fiction, transgender fiction and LGBT comic.
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• Title — Strange Bedfellows • Publisher — HarperAlley • Origlanguage — English • Origisbn — 9780063158085 • Pages — 288 • Origdate — March 4, 2025 • Creator — Ariel Slamet Ries
Plot Summary
Plot Summary
In a distant planet in the future where most of humanity has superpowers, trans college dropout Oberon Afolayan spontaneously develops the ability to manifest his dreams into reality. A dream version of his former crush Kon begins appearing in real life, and assists Oberon in controlling his powers and getting his life back on track. However, Kon hides a dark truth, and Oberon's insecurities threatens them as his powers grow increasingly difficult to control.
Reception
The book was positively reviewed by Kirkus Reviews which noted the surrealist art, diverse cast, and themes of "forgiveness, love, and family". Publishers' Weekly gave the book a starred review. The School Library Journal gave a more mixed review, praising the artwork and main romance but criticizing the inclusion of underdeveloped plot points and unnecessary details. The Beat praised the art, stating "Ries’s continually evolving bright pastel color palette is nothing short of dreamy" and citing the character of Oberon's boss Fior as a highlight. E.B. Hutchins of The Beat named it one of the Best Comics of 2025, citing Ries' confidence in "discussing their themes of collectivism, family bonds, and the maintenance of cultural practices". Strange Bedfellows was a nominee for the inaugural Nebula Award for Best Comics. Awards and honors for Strange Bedfellows • Year — Award/Honor — Result — Ref. • 2026 — Nebula Award for Best Comics — Nominated • 2025 — Harvey Award for Best Young Adult Book — Nominated • The Beat’s Best Comics of 2025 — Included
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- 1.STRANGE BEDFELLOWS Kirkus Reviews.
- 2.Blenski. Strange Bedfellows.
- 3.Hemmann. Graphic Novel Review: STRANGE BEDFELLOWS dreams of a romantic solarpunk future.
- 4.Strange Bedfellows by Ariel Slamet Ries.
- 5.Staff. The Beat’s Best Comics of 2025.
- 6.First Nebula Award for Best Comic nominees announced.
- 7.sfadb: Nebula Awards 2026.
- 8.Strangman. 2025 Nebula Awards Ballot.
- 9.2025 Harvey Award Nominations Announced.
- 10.Harvey Awards Unveil 2025 Nominees.
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