Mark is a good Catholic boy. He goes to church, he says his prayers, and he spends too much time worrying about hell. When Mark realizes he has a crush on another boy in his school, he struggles to reconcile his feelings with his faith as the weight of centuries of shame and judgment—and his fear of his parents' response—presses on his shoulders. Mark seeks advice from his priest, as well as a local drag performer, but also receives unexpected input from key figures in Catholic history and lore, including Joan of Arc, Michelangelo, St. Sebastian, and Savonarola. Ultimately, only Mark can answer the question: Is it possible for him to be both Catholic and gay?

"A compassionate, welcoming graphic novel about the intersections of faith and identity." - Publishers Weekly

"“Beautifully detailed… Hickman's expressive artwork reinforces the religious themes not only in garment details of featured historical figures but also in haloing Mark or depicting his internal battles. Mark’s fears of failure, pain, and rejection are all too real, and his journey and its hopeful ending could be vital for teens facing similar conflicts.”" - Booklist

"An earnest exploration of the rocky terrain between queerness and faith." - Kirkus Reviews

"An affirming and nuanced graphic novel about a queer teen’s journey from fear to acceptance." - School Library Journal

"Hey, Mary!  somehow manages to be funny, imaginative, and moving in equal measures. A queer coming-of-age story against the backdrop of Catholic guilt, Hey, Mary! is a tender reminder of the life-and-death struggle it is to become ourselves." - Mark Russell, creator of God Is Disappointed in You

""Hey, Mary! is a beautifully bold book in both its art and storytelling. For every church kid struggling with their queerness, this book will resonate long after the final page is turned."" - Laura Gao, creator of Kirby's Lessons for Falling (In Love) and Messy Roots