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Book SynopsisWhat makes life worth living? If you ask Lord Birthday, the answer is visor hats. And lighthouses. And the stranger who gave him a half-eaten panini on the bus the other day.In Your Life Is a Life of Hope!, the Internet’s favorite mustachioed king presents a series of short, illustrated essays in which he argues for hope by way of absurdity and transcendence by way of the mundane. In his signature childlike, dryly humorous style, Lord Birthday explores the things that make life so great, including jackets and bags and “booping someone on the nose.” Both strange and strangely moving, this collection will delight fans and newcomers alike.Trade Review"This book is very funny and gave me more hope than a grilled cheese sandwich, which is saying a LOT." (Roz Chast, cartoonist for the New Yorker and author of CAN'T WE TALK ABOUT SOMETHING MORE PLEASANT?)"This book of essays and drawings is deep, deeply funny, and strangely true. I'm very grateful that Lord Birthday exists." (Liana Finck, cartoonist for the New Yorker and author of PASSING FOR HUMAN)"This book has turned my curvy heart inside out. To enter Lord Birthday's fever dream is to feel . . . say it with me . . . alive!" (Catherine Cohen, comedian)"Do we really need hope right now? I'm not sure! Things really are going great! Regardless, if things ever do get bad, you can turn to this book and be reminded of all the little things that make life worth living . . . or at least laugh a little. Whatever helps." (Jenn Wasner, musician and founding member of Wye Oak)

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Book SynopsisEverything Is Beautiful, and I'm Not Afraid perfectly captures the feelings of a young sojourner in America as she explores the nuances in searching for a place to belong. Baopu is a monthly serialized comic on Autostraddle, and this book includes beloved fan favorites plus new, never-before-seen comics.This one-of-a-kind graphic novel explores the poetics of searching for connection, belonging, and identity through the fictional life of a young, queer immigrant. Inspired by the creator's own experiences as a queer, China-born illustrator living in the United States, Everything Is Beautiful, and I'm Not Afraid has an undeniable memoir quality to its recollection and thought-provoking accounts of what it's like to navigate the complexities of seeking belonging—mentally and geographically.Trade Review“It’s some powerful food for thought.” (Huffington Post)“...emotional, beautiful, and moving work…” (Hello Giggles)“Staggeringly beautiful and heartbreakingly familiar, this comic hits close to home, wherever that home might be.” (Yes Homo)“Chinese-born cartoonist Yao blends slice-of-life comics with surreal introspection in this remarkable debut collection.” (Publishers Weekly)

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Book SynopsisBased on the beloved Twitter sensation, Thoughts of Dog contains never-before-seen, sweet and funny reflections on life from the pup-spective of a gooooob dog, who, above all else, loves their human. Join a dog and their stuffed “fren” sebastian as they navigate life’s adventures through the most wholesome lens imaginable.The mastermind behind WeRateDogs, Matt Nelson, expands the Thoughts of Dog universe born on social media with his new book for anyone looking for a smile.

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Book SynopsisFascinating, bizarre, and educational true-life medical stories retold in cartoon form by the creator of the bestselling Heart and Brain book series.Mysterious illnesses. Freakish injuries. X-rays revealing something weird that got stuck in your foot. These strange but true stories are among the 24 medical tales retold in hilarious fashion by New York Times bestselling author/illustrator Nick Seluk. Featuring fascinating stories submitted by people all over the world, How I Broke Up with My Colon is an educational and highly entertaining tour through the bizarre workings of the human body.

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Book SynopsisZombies have plagued humanity's nightmares for centuries, but fortunately, the scientific community has created this detailed and completely serious guide to the undead. Only Zombies of the World tackles this issue and many more, so you might want to read up before a zombie tackles you!Zombies menace humanity, yet we barely understand them. There are books that show you how to kill the undead, but this is the first field guide to explain the importance of zombies to us. Zombies of the World reveals the undead to be a valuable part of our ecosystem and the key to new discoveries in medicine and technology.Zombies of the World uses captivating illustrations to document how evolution has led to a wide variety of species. Few outside the scientific community even realize that creatures like the Egyptian Mummy (Mortifera mumia aegyptus) are actually zombies. Some species are even h

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Book SynopsisDesigned for today's multi-tasking women, this customizable week at-a-glance desk pad is perfect for noting key tasks, tracking habits, planning meals, and more.The Women's Wit Undated Weekly Desk Pad Calendar contains sixty undated weekly pages that can be started anytime during the year. Sized to fit near a computer keyboard, each page features a witty quotation by and for women. 60 weekly undated pages Spiral bound to lay flat Quotes are from famous female athletes, entertainers, politicians, businesswomen, authors, and historical figures.

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Book SynopsisFrom the humorous to the bleak, the dystopian to the dog-filled, there’s a story for every occasion, and an occasion for every story. With stories told in 140 characters or less, A Small Fiction delivers brilliant yet brief tales destined to stick with readers long after they turn the page. Through the genre lenses of science fiction, fantasy, contemporary fiction, folklore, and humour, each of these illustrated micro-fictions is a peephole that reveals a bigger world.

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Book SynopsisI Hope This Helps offers an emergency dose of laughter in book form. Tommy Siegel’s debut essay and comics collection is the perfect pandemic gift—an uplifting, topical, and deeply funny view of millennial culture, phone addiction, and coping with the extreme weirdness of 21st-century life.Tommy Siegel's debut book collection includes 200+ pages of comics, essays, and extremely helpful guides to coping with 21st-century panic. With comics titled “Choose your social anxiety coping mechanism” and “What your coffee drink of choice says about you,” I Hope This Helps offers clever and sardonic commentary on our social media-driven culture, as well as a series of devastatingly funny relationship comics starring his popular Candy Hearts characters.Tommy Siegel’s comics began as doodles in the back of a van as a touring rock musician, and quickly earned a viral global fanbase and shout-outs from cultural heavyweights including Ringo Starr, Tim Heidecker, Vic Berger, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. With a perfect balance of absurd humor and insightful writing, I Hope This Helps outlines the journey from the author’s earliest "van doodles" all the way to the socially-distanced awkwardness of the present day.

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive treasury of JumpStart, celebrating 30 years of one of the most beloved African-American family comic strips in history.

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Book SynopsisBy being her anxious, honest, and just plain silly self, Jackie Davis’ potato-shaped character proves that, even though opening up to others is scary at first, vulnerability can be a superpower. Vulnerability Is My Superpower features Jackie Davis's relatable diary comics about self-discovery, mental health, relationships, and childhood. From bouts with anxiety and insecurity to the thrill of simple pleasures like secretly trying on other people’s coats at a party, she’s figuring things out as she goes along, navigating domestic life with her husband, Pat (aka “the Purple Guy”), and sharing her most embarrassing thoughts and habits so you don’t have to.For anyone who struggles with self-confidence or just likes to scrutinize the curious workings of relationships and everyday life, the confessional comic gems in this book invite laughter at even the most awkward and vulnerable moments while making you feel less alone.

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Book SynopsisPrepare to get swept up in a tidal wave of hilarity, sarcasm, and atrocious puns courtesy of award-winning Pearls Before Swine cartoonist Stephan Pastis.For the past 20 years, Pearls Before Swine has been one of the most popular and consistently hilarious comic strip in newspapers. This treasury packs in 18 months' worth of daily comic strips from 2018-2019, including an introduction, essay, and special commentary by the author.

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Book SynopsisNavigate your way through these satirical scenes of modern city life—scope out the best route to the bathroom at a first date restaurant, hunt for the rotten food your roommate left in the fridge, or track down that cute guy at the farmers market—in this humorous Where’s Waldo-style grown-up seek and find activity book.A charming mix of humor, creativity, and activity, this adult seek-and-find book is a collection of playfully illustrated, large-format scenes, from a weekend farmers market to the inside of a commuter’s bag, along with humorous lists like takeout orders by Zodiac sign. Satirical, engaging, and lighthearted, Where Did My Roommate Put My Charger? creatively skewers the less-than-glamorous aspects of the life of an urban twenty- to thirty-something.

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Book SynopsisA year's worth of marine-life amusement with the cast and crew of Sherman's Lagoon.The sharks, turtles, and crabs of Sherman’s Lagoon enjoy a complex society below the ocean’s surface, with a local government, school system, and even their own radio station. And like all advanced cultures, there’s no lack of drama. A visiting shark oil salesman shows up to hock a strange new elixir, and later, a consultant arrives to help the laconic locals hone their killer instincts. When Kahuna feels his powers wane, Sherman and Hawthorne help the ancient stone deity get his groove back. And after Sherman and friends hop a flight to see a rocket launch at the Kennedy Space Center, Hawthorne accidentally goes from spectator to passenger. Once you dip into these Adventures in Aquaculture, you’ll want to stay awhile.

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Book SynopsisThe first FoxTrot book collection in two years includes two-and-a-half years of full color FoxTrot Sunday comics packed with Bill Amend's delightful artwork and signature geek humor.From failed experiments in coding to family camping trips, there's never a dull moment in the Fox Family. Deliciously FoxTrot gathers all of these gags and good times together in one epic collection that will be the perfect gift or self-purchase for FoxTrot fans everywhere.

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Book SynopsisIf you're looking for an easy way to get into heaven, by all means do NOT read this hilarious, subversively clever, comic-filled book!The second collection of Berkeley Mews comics by Ben Zaehringer, this book satirizes many of the pop cultural institutions familiar to children of the '80s and '90s, providing a visually delightful and comically poignant send-up of modern life.Filled with flawed views of Santa Claus, hilarious takedowns of Disney movie tropes, and dozens of comics that landed on the front page of Reddit, How Not to Get into Heaven is an uplifting read for comics fans with a slightly twisted sense of humor.

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Book SynopsisIsolation commiserations from the creator of the iconic “Cathy” comic strip, Cathy Guisewite!We’re all in this together…but it helps to see someone else with her face planted in the bowl of mashed potatoes. In the same way that Cathy was a relatable friend during the comic strip years, she’s returned to offer some happy relief, support, and a much-needed AACK from isolation. This little book is a compassionate companion for right now and, long after the pandemic is over, will be a treasured scrapbook of what we survived—the fear of droplets, the work-from-refrigerator wear, the revenge retail therapy of online shopping, the frustration of trying to teach Grandma to Zoom from 3,000 miles away, the little shreds of hope mixed in with the sourdough bread dough. From the introduction: I’ve worn the same pair of sweatpants for fourteen months.        &

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Book SynopsisA collection of comics with a millennial take on marriage, adulthood, pet ownership, self-love, and self-care. Finally, comics that answer life’s most pressing questions: Is my partner actually upset or just hangry? Whose turn is it to remember the reusable shopping bags? Is it appropriate to put up Halloween décor two months in advance? (Spoiler alert: Yes. Yes, it is.) “Opposites attract” has never rung truer when it comes to vivacious extrovert Meg and her level-headed introvert husband, Carson. Carson makes his coffee with only the finest locally roasted beans; Meg microwaves two-day-old joe. Carson is reserved and rarely opens up to friends; Meg ensures everyone in her life—including her mailman—knows about her hemorrhoid. From the joys of marrying your best friend to the bizarre musings of a twelve-pound pup to the humour and heartbreak of anxiety, Meg’s all-too-relatable comics leave no stone unturned. Dorky and downright hilarious, Why Are You Like This? explores what it means to make fun of oneself and find laughter in the little things.Trade Review“Meg Adams pulls inspiration from the mundane and turns it into intensely relatable content that is hilarious, absurd, and so touching.” (Destiny Johnsons, The Oregonian)"Why Are You Like This? is a great antidote for doom scrolling or when you want a laugh about the dorky, little things in life and relationships, or just need a gentle hug and reassurance that things will be okay.” (Gay League)“Reading this book feels like I’m hanging out with a relatable and hilarious best friend! Meg is a master of hilarious facial expressions!” (Alina Tysoe, author of What’s Up Beanie?)“Meg’s comics have a certain something that makes them ridiculously charming… and when I found out what that 'something’ is, I’m stealing it.” (Jimmy Craig, author of They Can Talk: A Collection of Comics about Animals)This was so stinking cute and relatable in so many ways! The illustrations were hilarious and the situations the characters found themselves in had me laughing out loud on every other page and nodding my head the next. I’m a single woman myself, but Why Are You Like this perfectly depicts what it’s like to exist as a woman in general. Our quirks, desires, and thoughts, and how much of a rollercoaster of emotions it can be. I saw myself in this graphic novel and it left me feeling warm, fuzzy, and most of all- understood. It was as short and sweet as this review, haha! (Read As A Dornail, Medium.com)

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Book SynopsisDid you know that Patrick Swayze was 35 when he got his big break in Dirty Dancing? The Swayze Year is an entertaining and inspiring humour book that proves you’re never too old to reach your potential.The Swayze Year celebrates later-in-life wins with short profiles of one person for every year from age 35 to age 100 who climbed mountains—metaphorical and literal—wrote their own storylines, and found their happy little trees at a more mature age. With wit, humour, and warmth, The Swayze Year proves that no matter how old you are, you’re not done yet. Featured profiles include: Toni Morrison published her debut novel, The Bluest Eye, at age 39 At 41, Bob Ross became the beloved host of The Joy of Painting Judi Dench first achieved international fame for her role in Goldeneye at age 61 At 84, Iris Apfel and her unique style were showcased by the Metropolitan Museum of Art Pinetop Perkins became the oldest person to win a Grammy at age 97

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Book SynopsisA humorous guide that features party-planning tips, delicious recipes, and loving homages to the beloved TV comedy series, Schitt’s Creek. Dine, imbibe, and be blithesome in true Rose family fashion. Whether they’re throwing ostentatious soirées or Valium-fueled tantrums, entertaining a crowd (and sometimes just Stevie) is what the Roses do best! Let their sagacious advice and biting wit wash over you with Fold In The Cheese: The Unofficial Schitt’s Creek Guide to Splendiferous Entertaining. Recipes like “Cardamom Rose Cocktail”, “Johnny’s Hundred-Dollar Sliders”, and “Chocolate Ganache Torte” will titillate taste buds while tips on how to put on a proper game night, host a holiday party, and even organize your own movie premiere will help to create a most consummate atmosphere for hosting. This illustrious tome gives you everything you need to create an event that’s sure to be. . . memorable.

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Book SynopsisThe continuation of Pulitizer Prize-winning cartoonist G.B. Trudeau's bestselling Trump series, this fourth (and final?) volume chronicles Doonesbury in the time of Trumpism.Though the title doesn't mention him by name, Former Guy looms large in American politics and culture even after leaving the Executive Office of the President. This latest Doonesbury collection picks up in the heat of the 2020 presidential campaign, chronicles the infamy of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, and continues into the next administration, the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, and the many manifestations of Trumpism in global politics and American life.Over 50 years into his legendary career, Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist G.B. Trudeau is still the most accomplished satirist in comics, and his ongoing comics coverage of Donald Trump are unparalleled in breadth and humor.

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Book SynopsisTake a dive into the hilarious underwater world of Sherman's Lagoon, where humor, conflict, local politics, and pop culture all collide in an amusing maelstrom of aquatic comedy. New discoveries, travels, and creations are all underway in the Kapupu Lagoon. A search for other sea creatures leads to the discovery of The Wandering Meatloaf and The London Fatberg. But those new creatures aren’t the only ones being found—on land, the Beach Apes have discovered the beaked whale despite Sam’s existence being no secret in the sea. In one of his latest scams, Hawthorne decides to create Crabwarts Academy of Magic. It’s not until Hawthorne grows a rat tail, Fillmore’s walking on flamingo legs, and Sherman’s got a rhino horn that Hawthorne realizes he’s no match for real magic. Dive into the latest Sherman’s Lagoon collection, where you might find that you need this book like a fish needs a bicycle… OK, so maybe a fish doesn’t need a bicycle, but this book is pretty hilarious all the same!

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Book SynopsisFrom Epic! Originals comes an even spookier, sillier, slimier collection of illustrated stories guaranteed to make you laugh so loud you'll wake the monster under the bleachers! The Cafetorium is open for lunch—and play rehearsal, gym class, and unintentional interdimensional travel! Join comic book fan Dee Dee, master gamer Jackie, and the rest of the crew (including everyone’s favourite goat) in this brand-new set of wonderfully weird tales. These charming stories present kids' everyday school and friendship challenges in unexpected ways, letting kids laugh while they build empathy, resilience, social skills, and more.

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Book SynopsisEnjoy this beautifully illustrated and packaged collection of Mutts comic strips by Patrick McDonnell, delivering a year's worth of special and sweet moments with Earl, Mooch, and the rest of their four-legged friends. This treasury features an entire year's worth of Mutts comics, including sketch art and illustrations by author Patrick McDonnell. Printed on recycled paper.

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Book SynopsisThe best of Sherman's Lagoon comics from 2022 are all gathered in this collection of comics by Jim Toomey. No matter what's happening above the surface, things under the ocean are looking up! Take a dive into the amusing oceanic depths of Sherman's Lagoon, where Sherman, Megan, Herman and the rest of the shark gang are on the prowl for hairless beach apes... er, humans. Joining them are Fillmore the Turtle, Ernest the Fish, and many other friends in their rich and hilarious aquatic adventures.

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Book SynopsisHave you ever been grappling with your creative work, but found yourself hitting a wall? Here’s the thing—sometimes you push through a wall. And sometimes, you need to reset your mind so that you can attack the problem with fresh eyes. That’s where Joke in a Box comes in!Designed as an at-home version of New Yorker cartoonist Emily Flake’s popular workshop, Joke in a Box will provide a gateway into the craft of joke writing and construction, with modular prompts designed to help you see the world in a more playful and inventive way. Presented with care, empathy, and a sense of joy, this 70-card deck full of exercises and ideas is useful not just to gag writing and drawing, but to any form that speaks to you as a creator. Exercises focus on idea generations techniques such as making lists to force comic juxtapositions, drawing exercises (why not mine your junk mail for visual reference and inspiration!), and encouragement.Trade ReviewEmily Flake is known for her brilliant humor, but she’s also known for her generous and collaborative support of other funny people. Joke in a Box is a gift to creative writers and illustrators, as well as to anyone that just wants more laughter in their life. (Wendy Aarons)I’ve been cartooning for 10 years and Emily Flake’s Joke in a Box just got me to draw gags I never would’ve come up with on my own. What the hell have I been doing this whole time? (Hilary Fitzgerald Campbell)

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Book SynopsisHumorous and heartwarming tales of resilience, self-care, and mental health from the popular webcomic War and Peas.Told in rhyming verse and delightful comic illustrations, these stories cover everything from heartache and personal growth to creative burnout and searching for the elusive perfect email signature. While the groundbreaking Webcomic duo War and Peas is famous for their dark style of humor, they decided to try something more poetic and purposeful to inspire their millions of readers during challenging times. So they created the short story “A Job is a Job“ and published it online. It got so much attention and praise that the authors decided to make an entire collection of inspirational illustrated stories for adults. These stories of heartache, self-doubt, family conflict, and employment help turn the struggle of becoming an adult in today’s world into something playful, punny, and profound.

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Book SynopsisThis selection of the best Sherman's Lagoon comic strips from 2023 offers readers a plunge into aquatic adventure and underseas hilarity.You don't need to put on scuba gear to dive into the aquatic, comedic world of Sherman's Lagoon, where sharks, sea turtles, and fish live together in a world of domestic dysfunction and celebrity-obsessed culture that mirrors our own. 

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Book SynopsisA witty and inclusive bathroom book for the modern reader packed with fascinating world facts and phenomena, presented in an elegant, giftable package.Full of fascinating trivia, unusual facts, and conversation starters, The Modern Bath­room Reader strikes the perfect balance of light-hearted humor and mind-blowing smarts with just enough faux sophistication to be the perfect addition to any powder room. This inclusively curated compendium is a treat to weary, doomscrolling eyes. Savor the abundance of strange histories, pop-culture oddities, esoteric quotes, and refreshingly classy illustrations sprinkled throughout. Marvel at the surprising origins of everyday things from the comfort of your commode. 

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Book SynopsisA lighthearted collection of homespun wisdom from dinosaurs, featuring beautifully painted scenes from the New York Times bestselling Dinotopia books by author James Gurney.As the original dominant species on planet Earth, what advice might dinosaurs have for another species on the possible verge of extinction? And who better than to bring language to tyrant lizards than James Gurney, whose Dinotopia books have sold millions of copies over the last three decades. Gurney, a painter, instructor, and storyteller, adds a philosopher’s touch to this gift book perfect for anyone looking to bygone era for a bit of life advice and perspective. You’ll marvel at these Triassic truisms, Jurassic aphorisms, and Mesazoic meditations.  

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Book SynopsisBird humor meets existentialism in this darkly hilarious collection of comics from the Eisner-nominated creator of False Knees.

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