Punks In The Willows

by Alex CF

'Punks In The Willows' is a colourful guide to the punk rock community, told through the lives of animals.

This forty page collection of illustrations depicts the creativity, music, social justice and above all, friendship that is found in punk.

With verses suitable for readers of any age, and gorgeous artwork that brings the animals to life as alternative kids and punk rockers, this is a real keepsake book.

Genres: Comics, Music

40 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 7, 2023

About the author

Alex CF is a writer and illustrator of animal mythology, fantasy and speculative fiction. His current series of books is collectively known as "The Books of Orata," -. the first of which is "Seek The Throat From Which We Sing" and its sequel 'Wretched is the Husk,' a visceral tale of animal mythology, a dark environmental epic in the tradition of Watership Down, Rats Of Nimh and Duncton Wood. He has also created an encyclopaedia of the mythological world in which these books take place "The Orata, a compendium of the cultures and creeds of Naa." - an illustrated encyclopaedia and companion piece, 148 pages of full colour illustrations depicting the animal cultures within his novels.

Separate to his animal mythology novels, he has self published 'The Book Of Venym; An Egalitarian Demonology' an anti-fascist grimoire, a novella about a haunted north London house and attempts to explain the presence through science in 'An Absence: A Scientific Approach To A Haunting' - and his first published work, 'Punks in the willows' - an illustrated guide to the punk rock community.

Reviews

[MKF]

A short book on punk politics and an odd title since the animal art is the thing linking it to the Willows. The same issue arises again when the only link to the term punk is the author's constant use of it throughout the book. This book could describe anybody in the world right now and not just punk fans.

[Paul Benton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Alex's illustrations are wonderful. As a vegan, animal rights punk, I love the representation of punks as animals. The short passages are inspirational reminds of the unity and reassurance the punk community gives to those of us seen as "outsiders". It's a beautiful book one will return to over and over again. And it's suitable for all ages.

[Amy B Garratt · Rating 5 out of 5]

The artwork is unbelievable! So beautiful and so much detail, and illustrates the wonderful message of the book. I really enjoyed the poetry/the flow of the story through this fantastic picture book. The punk lifestyle is so diverse and has so many factors to it, and the discussion of culture/issues in our world is very timely. Really enjoyed this, and would definitely recommend it!! 👏🏼

[Anel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Alex CF is a great writer and artist! The first time I read and saw punks in the willows, it took me back to my teenage adult years as a punk, food not bombs! Music, Shows! and just hanging out with friends in the woods adventuring. Such a beautiful book! 🙌🙏✨

[Tyler Agena · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing and creative book. Absolutely love the illustrations and the message. 10/10 !!!

[Geoff Bell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing! And he signed it for me :)

[Petra Xx · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book shows beautifully how punk stands for friendship, solidarity, inclusivity,...
The drawings are absolutely beautiful!
And the title, who doesn't love The wind in the willows?

[Faith · Rating 5 out of 5]

A punk picture book?! Amazing.