Review: Cryptid Club by Sarah Andersen

Title: Cryptid Club

Author: Sarah Andersen

Series/Standalone:  Standalone

Genre: Comics, Coffee Table Book, Humor

Pages: 112

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Year Published: 2021

Format: Hardcover (Library Copy)

"Do you hate social gatherings? Dodge cameras? Enjoy staying up just a little too late at night? You might have more in common with your local cryptid than you think! Enter the world of Cryptid Club, a look inside the adventures of elusive creatures ranging from Mothman to the Loch Ness Monster. This humorous new series celebrates the unique qualities that make cryptids so desperately sought after by mankind (to no avail). After all, it's what makes us different that also makes us beautiful."

My Rating: 3.5/5

This one was fun but I wanted a bit more by the end. I think that while it was really cute there were some that were just a little too on the nose for me. Still a cute lil read.

Thanks for reading,

Sidny

Review: Herding Cats by Sarah Andersen

Title: Herding Cats

Author: Sarah Andersen

Series/Standalone: Sarah Scribbles (Book #3)

Genre: Comic, Coffe Table Book

Pages: 112

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Year Published: 2018

Format: Paperback (Library Copy)

"Adjusting to life as a world-famous cartoonist isn't easy. Terrifying deadlines, piles of junk-food wrappers under a glowing computer screen and an ever-growing horde of pets.... ummm, never mind- it's pretty much the same.

With characteristic wit and charms, Sarah Andersen's third collection of comics and illustrated personal essays offers a survival guide for frantic modern life: from the importance of avoiding morning people, to Internet troll defense 101, to the not-so-life-changing futility of tidying up. But when all else fails and the world around you is collapsing, make a hot chocolate, count the days until Halloween, and snuggle up next to your furry beacon of hope."

My Rating: 5/5

I really enjoyed this. I will say there is something about Sarah's little snippets that makes me feel less alone in this wild world. This very well might be my favourite. Would recommend!

Thanks for reading,

Sidny

Review: Oddball by Sarah Andersen

Title: Oddball

Author: Sarah Andersen

Series/Standalone: Sarah Scribbles (Book #4)

Genre: Comic, Young Adult, Coffee Table Book

Pages: 105

Publisher: Andrew McMeel Publishing

Year Published: 2021

Format: Paperback (Library Copy)

"The fourth book in the enormously popular graphic novel series, the latest collection of Sarah's Scribbles comics explores the evils of procrastination, the trials of the creative process, the cuteness of kittens and the beauty of not caring about your appearance as much as you did when you were younger. When it comes to humorous illustrations of the awkwardness and hilarity of millennial life, Sarah's Scribbles is without peer."

My Rating: 5/5

This has been my favourite so far in this little collection. They are fun, and they help us feel seen in our day-to-day lives. Fun, hilarious and overall enjoyable!

Thanks for reading,

Sidny

Review: Adulthood is a Myth by Sarah Andersen

Title: Adulthood is a Myth

Author: Sarah Andersen

Series/Standalone: Sarah Scribbles (Book #1)

Genre: Graphic Novels, Comics, Coffee-table books

Pages: 112

Publisher: Andrew McMeel Publishing

Year Published: 2016

Format: Paperback (Library)

"Are you a special snowflake?

Do you enjoy networking to advance your career?

Is adulthood an exciting new challenge for which you feel fully prepared?

Ugh. Please go away. 

This book is for the rest of us. These comics document the wasting of entire beautiful weekends don't he internet, the unbearable agony of holding hands on the street with a gorgeous guy, dreaming all day of getting home and back in pajamas, and wondering when, exactly, this adulthood thing begins. In other words, the horrors and awkwardness of young modern life."

My Rating: 4.5/5

I enjoyed these comics after a long week and think they are perfect for a fun little read. My only issue is the commentary on weight but I understand that might be a specific problem. Fun and cute. Would recommend.

Thanks for reading,

Sidny

Review: Big Mushy Happy Lump by Sarah Andersen

Title: Big Mushy Happy Lump

Author: Sarah Andersen

Series/Standalone: Sarah Scribbles (Book #2)

Genre: Graphic Novel, Comics, Coffee table book

Pages: 128

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Year Published:2017

Format: Paperback (Library Copy)

"Sarah Andersen's second comic collection picks up right where the first left off- huddled under a pile of blankets avoiding the responsibilities of the real world. These new comics (and illustrated personal essays!) follow the ups and downs of the unrelenting self-esteem roller coaster that is young adult life: budgeting woes, cramps, the nuances of sweater theft and the joy of staying home all day with a box of pizza. All aboard."

My Rating: 4.5/5

I really liked this collection of comics, I have been following this author's Instagram for some time and then came across this collection at my local library. It was the perfect way to wind down and have a few giggles after a long day. Would recommend. 

Thanks for reading,

Sidny

Review: Fangs by Sarah Andersen

Title: Fangs

Author/Artist: Sarah Andersen

Series/Standalone: Standalone

Genre: Comics, Humor, Coffee Table Book

Pages: 115

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Year Published: 2020

Format: Hardcover Copy (Library)

"Elsie the vampire is three hundred years old, but in all that time, she has never met her match. This all changes one night in a bar when she meets Jimmy, a charming werewolf with a wry sense of humor and a fondness for running wild during the full moon. Together they enjoy horror films and scary novels, shady strolls, fine dining (though never with garlic), and a genuine fondness for each other's unusual habits, macabre lifestyle and monstrous appetites."

My Rating: 5/5

For what this is it's such a fun little set of comics. It shows so many elements to the characters and is a quick, fun-filled read. I thought it was a perfect little coffee table comic collection. I plan on purchasing a copy to add to my library. Would strongly recommend for someone looking for a fun, short, humor filled coffee table book.

Thanks for reading,

Sidny