Advocate

Praise

“Eddie Ahn is a Korean-American everyman who works to change the world, and Advocate is his gorgeous testament—a pristinely drawn account of public service and filial piety and the quiet pains of doing good.”—Ed Park, author of Same Bed Different Dreams

“At turns enlightening and inspiring, and sumptuously illustrated all throughout.”—Ezra Claytan Daniels, author of Upgrade Soul and BTTM FDRS

“Advocate weaves a complex story with poignant art. Ahn’s work is a beautiful glimpse into nonprofit work in the Bay Area.”—Laura Gao, author of Messy Roots

“Advocate takes you on a journey through the nonprofit world that is illuminating and informative while being deeply felt, personal, and empathetic. Ahn’s passion for building community comes through in his art, and will make you want to be a better person.”—Kathy MacLeod, author of Continental Drifter

“Eddie Ahn’s powerful debut graphic memoir is a stunningly illustrated, moving portrait of the son of Korean immigrants. Ahn gives us an intimate view of his choice to go against his parents’ wishes and pursue a rewarding, if low-paid career in advocacy. He shares the joys of this work alongside the exhaustion that comes with living on the brink of poverty. But Ahn’s love for his community is shown in every gorgeous panel, from the backdrop of the city to his one-time diet of burritos—his beautiful drawings are imbued with care, generosity, and enormous talent.”—Margaret Kimball, author of And Now I Spill the Family Secrets

“Humane and sensitive . . . Inspirational reading for progressives seeking to make a difference in the world.”—Kirkus Reviews

“Amid his tireless (and humble) advocacy, Ahn also proves himself as an impressive self-taught artist, including winning an art contest to beautify utility boxes throughout San Francisco. His debut memoir, too, is a remarkable achievement, full of clean lines, precise panels, exquisite details, and soft color washes. . . . An essential lesson for all.”—Booklist

“Ahn debuts with a warmhearted homage to community work that also captures the complex pressures on children of immigrants . . . readers who have heeded the call of people over profit will find resonance here.”—Publishers Weekly