Catbird

Catbird, or, On the Native Flora and Fauna of the Southern Appalachians

This is not a story about catbirds. This is a story about its author and the environment which shaped it.

Catbird is a rambling, autobiographical kinetic novel in which a trans woman recalls her relationship with her mother. Jumping back and forth in time, she describes how her transition and her struggles with employment affected that relationship, leading up to her mother's illness and death.

Approximately 10,000 words. Estimated play time: 30-50 minutes. Please read the content warnings before playing.

Made for "Who's My Neighbor Jam," a jam about biodiversity, hosted by earacorn. This game also highlights several native plant and animal species found in southern Appalachia.