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How Lucky Am I
In this poignant, affirming, and beautifully illustrated journey, social media sensation Mr Skelly explores the ups and downs of existence and discovers the makings of a meaningful life.
"How lucky am I, to have lost what I wanted, to find what I deserved?"
Join Mr Skelly as he travels across treacherous terrains, through times of joy, loss, grief and love, to find his family and–-ultimately–-a safe home. Along the way, he discovers life lessons which help us remember what to hold onto and what to let go of, helping us to seize the day, to realize how lucky we all are, because this beautifully fragile present moment is truly all we have.
How Lucky Am I? is a simple reminder that, in the end, we're all made of the same bones. With gentle words and hand-painted imagery, this book hopes to shine a softer light on what's often overlooked--and maybe, in doing so, help us remember what truly matters.
"How lucky am I, to have lost what I wanted, to find what I deserved?"
Join Mr Skelly as he travels across treacherous terrains, through times of joy, loss, grief and love, to find his family and–-ultimately–-a safe home. Along the way, he discovers life lessons which help us remember what to hold onto and what to let go of, helping us to seize the day, to realize how lucky we all are, because this beautifully fragile present moment is truly all we have.
How Lucky Am I? is a simple reminder that, in the end, we're all made of the same bones. With gentle words and hand-painted imagery, this book hopes to shine a softer light on what's often overlooked--and maybe, in doing so, help us remember what truly matters.
128 pages, Hardcover
First published July 28, 2026
About the author
Christian Watson
2 books98 followersChristian Watson is a designer living in Tasmania (Australia) as an American, and is the guy behind 1924us and Mr Skelly. Mr Skelly was created for Christian’s two children, Lavender-May and Alaska. Together with his wife, they run a little general store where they collect, design, and sell their own goods.
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August 2, 2026
At its heart, this book is a collection that reminds us that we are human, we are part of nature, we are alive, and we will die.
It weaves these simple truths together through gorgeous illustrations that bring together the outdoors, the wild, the simple, and the details. 🎨
All of it is paired with thoughtful reflections from another human sharing their own experiences and observations. 🌿
Thank you Clarkson Potter and Netgalley for the ARC.
It weaves these simple truths together through gorgeous illustrations that bring together the outdoors, the wild, the simple, and the details. 🎨
All of it is paired with thoughtful reflections from another human sharing their own experiences and observations. 🌿
Thank you Clarkson Potter and Netgalley for the ARC.
March 22, 2026
wonderful lil illustrations of a skeleton enjoying nature, embracing life and death - but the accompanying platitudes are unbearably trite.
the soft art is certainly the high point! i love to see a skelly out in the wild. sun dappled forests, wildflower lined streams, crumbling moss covered walls, grassy cliffsides - i want to fall inside these scenes and soak them up.
but unfortunately much of the text is a mishmash of ~DON'T GIVE UP~ inspo crap. it's often incongruous with the illustrations, and can be redundant from page to page. "it is what it is" and "do the best you can" are oft-repeated and feel utterly meaningless. i almost wish the text was omitted entirely, as its hollowness detracts from the beautiful art.
the one exception is a passage toward the end, written across a handful of pages: "i hope death feels like being picked up from the backseat and carried to my bed half asleep, where tucked in and eyes closed i can hear those who love me talking through a cracked door." this section nearly redeems all of the clunky cliches that precede it.
this is worth picking up for the charming art, but be prepared to roll your eyes at the corny text!
Thank you to NetGalley and Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Press for providing me with a copy of this book in return for an honest review.
the soft art is certainly the high point! i love to see a skelly out in the wild. sun dappled forests, wildflower lined streams, crumbling moss covered walls, grassy cliffsides - i want to fall inside these scenes and soak them up.
but unfortunately much of the text is a mishmash of ~DON'T GIVE UP~ inspo crap. it's often incongruous with the illustrations, and can be redundant from page to page. "it is what it is" and "do the best you can" are oft-repeated and feel utterly meaningless. i almost wish the text was omitted entirely, as its hollowness detracts from the beautiful art.
the one exception is a passage toward the end, written across a handful of pages: "i hope death feels like being picked up from the backseat and carried to my bed half asleep, where tucked in and eyes closed i can hear those who love me talking through a cracked door." this section nearly redeems all of the clunky cliches that precede it.
this is worth picking up for the charming art, but be prepared to roll your eyes at the corny text!
Thank you to NetGalley and Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Press for providing me with a copy of this book in return for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
"How lucky am I to be broken so the light could come in."
We all believe that certain aspects of life are taboo and steer clear of those while having a conversation. It's something every single one of us does to not hurt anyone else's feelings or to be deemed morbid. We spare those feelings and keep them hidden deep inside. Skelly is here to tell us that it's part of life and okay to talk about.
I came across Skelly while doom-scrolling (I probably should have been reading my book) and I couldn't help but love the illustration and the uplifting/positive message. Usually, those aren't two things that go hand in hand but it really worked. I was hooked from that day and actively sought out more.
This collection is fantastic and gave me a lot of hope. You can never tell what kind of support you need in your everyday life and this seemed to hit everything perfectly.
We all need a little extra boost and Skelly is here to save the day. I don't know what we would do without Skelly.
We all believe that certain aspects of life are taboo and steer clear of those while having a conversation. It's something every single one of us does to not hurt anyone else's feelings or to be deemed morbid. We spare those feelings and keep them hidden deep inside. Skelly is here to tell us that it's part of life and okay to talk about.
I came across Skelly while doom-scrolling (I probably should have been reading my book) and I couldn't help but love the illustration and the uplifting/positive message. Usually, those aren't two things that go hand in hand but it really worked. I was hooked from that day and actively sought out more.
This collection is fantastic and gave me a lot of hope. You can never tell what kind of support you need in your everyday life and this seemed to hit everything perfectly.
We all need a little extra boost and Skelly is here to save the day. I don't know what we would do without Skelly.
August 1, 2026
What an absolutely beautiful book. The artwork... the words... everything about it. In a world of AI, it's nice to see someone get back to the basics, and Christian has the talent to do so. I don't think there's any other character on social media like Mr. Skelly that has touched my soul so deeply. It's what I needed to hear at this time in my life. I'd recommend this book to anyone - I think it has something in it for everyone.
March 2, 2026
The artwork is absolutely beautiful, and the messages are easy to digest while still carrying weight. It’s the kind of book that reminds you to live in the present, let go of what you can’t control, and trust that hard seasons will pass. Sometimes we all just need that soft reminder and this book delivers it in a really lovely way.
August 28, 2026
kao osoba koja se boji smrti, ovo mi je stvarno trebalo.
July 30, 2026
I picked this up on a whim to read on my lunch break at work, not knowing much about it or it's origins - apparently its got a big online following but I don't frequent those spheres very often - and for a small, illustrated self-help/mindfulness book, largely made up of simple yet specific-feeling affirmations, featuring a hand-drawn skeleton, I found this to be surprisingly affecting, philosophical and moving.
Am I getting old? Is this why this kind of book is suddenly appealing to me? Maybe.
Is this book and it's message just finding me at the right time in my life? Also maybe.
But I nonetheless I very much appreciated what this book shared with me and I found it unexpectedly profound.
Am I getting old? Is this why this kind of book is suddenly appealing to me? Maybe.
Is this book and it's message just finding me at the right time in my life? Also maybe.
But I nonetheless I very much appreciated what this book shared with me and I found it unexpectedly profound.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
"Sometimes just being alive is an act of courage"
How Lucky Am I is one of those graphic novels that captivated me from the very first page to the last. It came into my life at exactly the right moment, helping me get back up after a difficult period I’ve been going through these past months.
Both the illustrations and the words by Christian Watson are beautiful. In his writing I found many small reminders and reasons to keep moving forward.
Within these pages I found so much to reflect on and carry with me, little thoughts and feelings that I want to hold onto and bring into my everyday life.
Some books arrive when you need them the most, and this was definitely one of them. I’m really grateful I found it when I did.
I’m truly grateful to Christian Watson for creating Mr. Skelly and for letting me experience his journey.
"Sometimes just being alive is an act of courage"
How Lucky Am I is one of those graphic novels that captivated me from the very first page to the last. It came into my life at exactly the right moment, helping me get back up after a difficult period I’ve been going through these past months.
Both the illustrations and the words by Christian Watson are beautiful. In his writing I found many small reminders and reasons to keep moving forward.
Within these pages I found so much to reflect on and carry with me, little thoughts and feelings that I want to hold onto and bring into my everyday life.
Some books arrive when you need them the most, and this was definitely one of them. I’m really grateful I found it when I did.
I’m truly grateful to Christian Watson for creating Mr. Skelly and for letting me experience his journey.
August 6, 2026
I wish everyone would read this. When I tell people I’m fascinated with death they think I’m morbid… no I don’t think so. Death is a constant reminder to live and be thankful. Find what you’d die for.. and live for it.
July 30, 2026
How Lucky Am I by Christian Watson is less of a traditional story and more of a quiet conversation about life, loss, gratitude, and what it truly means to be alive. Through the gentle journey of Mr. Skelly, a lovable skeleton wandering through breathtaking landscapes, Watson reminds us that our mortality isn't something to fear, but something that makes every ordinary moment extraordinary.
The illustrations are absolutely stunning. Every page feels like a piece of art, inviting you to slow down and appreciate the beauty hidden in simple moments. Mr. Skelly is both whimsical and deeply comforting, proving that even a skeleton can become one of the warmest, most relatable characters you'll meet.
What makes this book special is its message. It encourages readers to let go of what they cannot control, embrace change, and cherish the people and moments that make life meaningful. Rather than offering loud, dramatic inspiration, it speaks with quiet honesty, making its reflections feel sincere and heartfelt.
Some of the affirmations can feel familiar if you've read many inspirational books before, and there are moments where the messages lean into well-known life advice. However, the combination of Watson's beautiful artwork and gentle storytelling gives those ideas a fresh emotional weight that lingers long after the final page.
How Lucky Am I is a book to return to whenever life feels overwhelming. It's a reminder to slow down, breathe deeply, and appreciate the fragile beauty of simply being here. If you enjoy illustrated books filled with hope, mindfulness, and reflections on the human experience, this is one you'll want to keep close and perhaps revisit whenever you need a little perspective.
The illustrations are absolutely stunning. Every page feels like a piece of art, inviting you to slow down and appreciate the beauty hidden in simple moments. Mr. Skelly is both whimsical and deeply comforting, proving that even a skeleton can become one of the warmest, most relatable characters you'll meet.
What makes this book special is its message. It encourages readers to let go of what they cannot control, embrace change, and cherish the people and moments that make life meaningful. Rather than offering loud, dramatic inspiration, it speaks with quiet honesty, making its reflections feel sincere and heartfelt.
Some of the affirmations can feel familiar if you've read many inspirational books before, and there are moments where the messages lean into well-known life advice. However, the combination of Watson's beautiful artwork and gentle storytelling gives those ideas a fresh emotional weight that lingers long after the final page.
How Lucky Am I is a book to return to whenever life feels overwhelming. It's a reminder to slow down, breathe deeply, and appreciate the fragile beauty of simply being here. If you enjoy illustrated books filled with hope, mindfulness, and reflections on the human experience, this is one you'll want to keep close and perhaps revisit whenever you need a little perspective.
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March 11, 2026Thank you to NetGalley and Clarkson Potter for an eARC in exchange for an honest review
I am very familiar with Christian Watson's work, having followed him on Instagram from many years. At this point, I'm sure most social media users will have seen at least a clip or two of his uniquely styled animation of Mr Skelly and the life-affirming sayings that accompany the art. There is something inherently peaceful about the design of these pages, the soft haze to the backgrounds and the use of colours creating landscapes that a reader can project their own locations onto. It's a book of hope for the future and trusting in whatever process you believe in, I don't doubt that the physical print will be a true thing of beauty.
I am very familiar with Christian Watson's work, having followed him on Instagram from many years. At this point, I'm sure most social media users will have seen at least a clip or two of his uniquely styled animation of Mr Skelly and the life-affirming sayings that accompany the art. There is something inherently peaceful about the design of these pages, the soft haze to the backgrounds and the use of colours creating landscapes that a reader can project their own locations onto. It's a book of hope for the future and trusting in whatever process you believe in, I don't doubt that the physical print will be a true thing of beauty.
July 29, 2026
I love these skelly animations online, and I feel like the content creator is a really cool guy that believes in & stands for something. His dedication to keeping things human made, from his animations and art to his organic plushie in the work, he just… seems like he cares in a really soft way that the world needs right now. You can really feel that in his work too, there is a very deep warmth and softness to his art that makes them feel cozy and a bit like coming home after a long day.
I think that this book would make a great gift to someone who is struggling or depressed, because there is also a level of melancholia thats familiar and comfortable, but in a way thats safe, not destructive. It speaks to your soul — the weariness that many of us are no doubt feeling right now — in an encouraging way, a gentle way that doesn’t invalidate those low feelings but instead let’s you feel a little flicker of hope.
For a lot of people this will be just another illustrator putting together an art book, but for the right people it’ll be a comfort and a tangible reminder that even if things are bad now, they can always get better… even if life is short and wears us down to our bones, it can get better.
Thank you to NetGalley for the review copy!
I think that this book would make a great gift to someone who is struggling or depressed, because there is also a level of melancholia thats familiar and comfortable, but in a way thats safe, not destructive. It speaks to your soul — the weariness that many of us are no doubt feeling right now — in an encouraging way, a gentle way that doesn’t invalidate those low feelings but instead let’s you feel a little flicker of hope.
For a lot of people this will be just another illustrator putting together an art book, but for the right people it’ll be a comfort and a tangible reminder that even if things are bad now, they can always get better… even if life is short and wears us down to our bones, it can get better.
Thank you to NetGalley for the review copy!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Mr. Skelly has always been a comfort character with wise words of affirming the truth. I have been a huge fan of the author's work and it always elevates me from my overthinking.
In this book, Mr Skelly travels far and wide while letting various emotions run its course. With any desperation and short- cuts, he inspires others to not let fear manipulate you into thinking negative things. Every emotion has its unique impact. The life lessons that Mr Skelly shares speaks of experiences of living in the moment, letting go of uncertainties and overwhelming thoughts and believing that each sunrise is a new beginning.
With beautiful illustrations, this book also highlights masterful storytelling with one page explanation. Mr Skelly makes it easier to talk about grief, loss, vulnerabilities and more. He then reaches home- a place of safety and warmth that makes the entire journey worth it.
In this book, Mr Skelly travels far and wide while letting various emotions run its course. With any desperation and short- cuts, he inspires others to not let fear manipulate you into thinking negative things. Every emotion has its unique impact. The life lessons that Mr Skelly shares speaks of experiences of living in the moment, letting go of uncertainties and overwhelming thoughts and believing that each sunrise is a new beginning.
With beautiful illustrations, this book also highlights masterful storytelling with one page explanation. Mr Skelly makes it easier to talk about grief, loss, vulnerabilities and more. He then reaches home- a place of safety and warmth that makes the entire journey worth it.
July 30, 2026
This was so sweet, cozy, and full of so many important messages! This is such a beautiful blend of a self help book and a beautiful art book! I’ve followed Christian Watson on Instagram for a few years now and it was so nice to see his art compiled into such a lovely book!
I definitely recommend this for any finds of creepy cute art or anyone who’s looking a book with a positive message!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
I definitely recommend this for any finds of creepy cute art or anyone who’s looking a book with a positive message!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
August 1, 2026
How Lucky I am features Mr. Skelly, a skeleton character that I've known and loved ever since it blew up online. Chriatian Watson created it for himself and his family, so they could more easily come to terms with themes of life and death, but it ended up resonating with so many of us.
The book contains a few reflective essays with motivational messages for the reader, while in between are l full-page and double-page illustrations of Mr. Skelly's cozy adventures, arranged to fit into a story, but mostly just reminiscing on the joys and beauties of life. I think most will both enjoy the artwork, and find at least some quotes that will resonate with while reading.
This book is great for existing or soon to be fans of Christian's work, and ideal for a calm and cozy read or a pick-me-up after a hard day.
I thank Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Press for access to an advance reading copy of this illustrated book!
The book contains a few reflective essays with motivational messages for the reader, while in between are l full-page and double-page illustrations of Mr. Skelly's cozy adventures, arranged to fit into a story, but mostly just reminiscing on the joys and beauties of life. I think most will both enjoy the artwork, and find at least some quotes that will resonate with while reading.
This book is great for existing or soon to be fans of Christian's work, and ideal for a calm and cozy read or a pick-me-up after a hard day.
I thank Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Press for access to an advance reading copy of this illustrated book!
March 21, 2026
5/✨ for How Lucky Am I by Christian Watson.
First of all, thank you to NetGalley and Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Press for the ARC of this beautiful e-comic.
I am honestly on the verge of tears thinking about how something so short could make me feel so much. Beauty, sadness and above all gratitude. In this comic, the author explains that he is not afraid of death, which is why skeletons play such a central role in his art. He shares how deeply grateful he is for life. For who he is and also for who he did not become.
What truly stayed with me is the message that it’s okay not to be okay and that we should be gentle with ourselves. We don’t get extra time in life, but we do get the time we have. And we can choose to fill that time with kindness, especially toward ourselves.
I will 100% be buying a physical copy of this book and returning to it whenever I doubt myself, when life feels like it’s working against me or when I need to learn how to believe in myself again.
This was genuinely beautiful. I’m going to sit with this for a while now… and hug my children and loved ones a little tighter.
First of all, thank you to NetGalley and Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Press for the ARC of this beautiful e-comic.
I am honestly on the verge of tears thinking about how something so short could make me feel so much. Beauty, sadness and above all gratitude. In this comic, the author explains that he is not afraid of death, which is why skeletons play such a central role in his art. He shares how deeply grateful he is for life. For who he is and also for who he did not become.
What truly stayed with me is the message that it’s okay not to be okay and that we should be gentle with ourselves. We don’t get extra time in life, but we do get the time we have. And we can choose to fill that time with kindness, especially toward ourselves.
I will 100% be buying a physical copy of this book and returning to it whenever I doubt myself, when life feels like it’s working against me or when I need to learn how to believe in myself again.
This was genuinely beautiful. I’m going to sit with this for a while now… and hug my children and loved ones a little tighter.
July 30, 2026
I received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for a fair review, but I also ended up buying a copy!
There’s a reason why I requested this (other than my weird love of skeletons). I normally use Pinterest just for recipes, but sometimes when I can’t sleep, I’ll scroll through it, and because when I'm spiralling at night I tend to look at pithy posts or poetry snippets, a few of these Skelly posts popped up in my feed. I thought they were really nice reminders to be present in life, especially when I was stressed out.
It’s a graphic novel/coffee table book, and it’s basically just beautiful pictures combined with an artfully placed skeleton character (or two), with a few pages here and there providing some explanations or content to a set of following images. Some (jaded) people might consider them trite, but sometimes when you’re in a shitty spot in life, gentle reminders that this life is all we have and to take the time to just breathe and be kind to yourself do work to calm you down.
The pictures are soothing and often whimsical, which serve to heighten the ideas behind it. It's a lovely little book.
There’s a reason why I requested this (other than my weird love of skeletons). I normally use Pinterest just for recipes, but sometimes when I can’t sleep, I’ll scroll through it, and because when I'm spiralling at night I tend to look at pithy posts or poetry snippets, a few of these Skelly posts popped up in my feed. I thought they were really nice reminders to be present in life, especially when I was stressed out.
It’s a graphic novel/coffee table book, and it’s basically just beautiful pictures combined with an artfully placed skeleton character (or two), with a few pages here and there providing some explanations or content to a set of following images. Some (jaded) people might consider them trite, but sometimes when you’re in a shitty spot in life, gentle reminders that this life is all we have and to take the time to just breathe and be kind to yourself do work to calm you down.
The pictures are soothing and often whimsical, which serve to heighten the ideas behind it. It's a lovely little book.
July 30, 2026
„Warum ich das Leben liebe“ von Christian Watson, aus dem Englischen von Angelika Hansen übersetzt, ist für mich persönlich wesentlich mehr als nur ein unheimlich schön vom Autor selbst gestaltetes Buch und so viel mehr, als ich zu Beginn gedacht hatte. Es ist letztlich eine liebevolle Erinnerung daran den Blick wieder auf die kleinen und oft übersehenen Momente des Lebens zu richten und aus den negativ behafteten Dingen etwas gutes zu machen und in den schweren Schatten auch das Licht zu sehen. Die kurzen Texte und Illustrationen haben mich immer wieder zum Innehalten angehalten und mich einmal mehr daran erinnert, dass das Glück nicht in den großen Ereignissen steckt sondern so so oft in den ganz alltäglichen kleinen, oft auch auf den ersten Blick unscheinbaren Augenblicken. Neben den wie ich finde sehr schön gestanlteten Illustrationen, hat mich persönlich besonders die Mischung aus tiefgehenden Impulsen und der Leichtigkeit und Hoffnung, die allgegenwärtig ist sehr gefallen und abgeholt! Gerade die Figur „Mr. Skelly“, die der Autor geschaffen hat, schafft es durch Einfachheit die ernsten Themen wie Vergänglichkeit, Dankbarkeit und Hoffnung sehr schön und immer auch mal mit einer kleinen Prise Humor zu verbinden. Ich habe das Buch an einem Stück gelesen, und das wird nicht das letzte Mal gewesen sein, denn eben durch die kleinen feinen Impulse, denke ich, kann man sich immer wieder auch etwas mitnehmen, jenachdem, was einem gerade auf dem Herzen liegt oder beschäftigt.
Mein Fazit: Ein ganz wunderbares Buch für all jene, die sich gerne durch kleine Impulse anregen und durch Illustrationen abholen und begeistern lassen und sich ein bisschen an die kleinen Dingen, die so wertvoll sind erinnern lassen möchten.
Mein Fazit: Ein ganz wunderbares Buch für all jene, die sich gerne durch kleine Impulse anregen und durch Illustrationen abholen und begeistern lassen und sich ein bisschen an die kleinen Dingen, die so wertvoll sind erinnern lassen möchten.
March 27, 2026
A huge thank you to Netgalley and Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Press for this ARC.
This beautiful, thoughtful little graphic novel works for both children and adults, and does something simply remarkable: it reminds you, gently but firmly, of the things you already know but rarely stop to sit with. That our time here is short. That we shouldn’t take things for granted. That it is absolutely okay, sometimes, for things not to work out the way we wanted… and to not be okay about it. We move through life carrying these truths, consciously or not. Seeing them laid out simply on the page can feel confrontational, but in the best possible way. I got a little emotional towards the end, not going to lie.
The illustrations are absolutely gorgeous, the colour palette is stunning, and Mr. Skelly is just plain adorable. This is one I’ll absolutely be picking up a physical copy of.
I’ll leave you with my favourite quote to sit with:
“I have very little say in the good or the bad coming to me, but I do have control in how I see, feel, and experience it.“
This beautiful, thoughtful little graphic novel works for both children and adults, and does something simply remarkable: it reminds you, gently but firmly, of the things you already know but rarely stop to sit with. That our time here is short. That we shouldn’t take things for granted. That it is absolutely okay, sometimes, for things not to work out the way we wanted… and to not be okay about it. We move through life carrying these truths, consciously or not. Seeing them laid out simply on the page can feel confrontational, but in the best possible way. I got a little emotional towards the end, not going to lie.
The illustrations are absolutely gorgeous, the colour palette is stunning, and Mr. Skelly is just plain adorable. This is one I’ll absolutely be picking up a physical copy of.
I’ll leave you with my favourite quote to sit with:
“I have very little say in the good or the bad coming to me, but I do have control in how I see, feel, and experience it.“
August 16, 2026
“Maybe i don’t exist in the future I’m so worried about” , “once you realise you won’t be around forever life becomes magical”
Mr Skelly has always been a comfort character for me and this book for me came at the perfect time in life as a reminder that life is too short to not be at peace, it’s okay to fail, it’s okay to feel behind, it’s okay to rest without reason. Being alive is enough some days.
Mr Skelly has always been a comfort character for me and this book for me came at the perfect time in life as a reminder that life is too short to not be at peace, it’s okay to fail, it’s okay to feel behind, it’s okay to rest without reason. Being alive is enough some days.
August 24, 2026
This was a very humbling short read that makes you think about the life your living and how each day brings about small bouts of happiness, but that its ok for things to go wrong, its what we do with it that makes a difference, or no difference at all. We have the power over how see and feel things and how things have an effect on us.
September 3, 2026
Really beautiful artwork that is enchanting to look at for all the old details…European architecture, a lighthouse, a cabin, lots of nature scenes. But coupled with irritating self-help advice that contradicts itself and frequently doesn’t fit the illustrations. Yes, life is short so make the most of it and love while you can. But cliches are boring.
August 5, 2026
“How Lucky Am I” - “To have been able to enjoy this wonderful book.”
★★★★☆ (4,5)
I’ve seen these lovely Mr. Skelly animations pop up on social media and always enjoyed the little words of wisdom they held while also loving their whimsy.
Getting the opportunity to read this novel with mainly beautiful illustrations, very wise and relatable quotes and paragraphs with words of comfort was really wonderful.
I think everyone who’s living life and struggles (because we all do in our own ways) might find that this little book offers a bit of comfort, after all, we are not here for long.
Thank you NetGalley for my ARC, I leave this review voluntarily
★★★★☆ (4,5)
I’ve seen these lovely Mr. Skelly animations pop up on social media and always enjoyed the little words of wisdom they held while also loving their whimsy.
Getting the opportunity to read this novel with mainly beautiful illustrations, very wise and relatable quotes and paragraphs with words of comfort was really wonderful.
I think everyone who’s living life and struggles (because we all do in our own ways) might find that this little book offers a bit of comfort, after all, we are not here for long.
Thank you NetGalley for my ARC, I leave this review voluntarily
September 9, 2026
Artist Christian Watson first drew Mr. Skelly for his two children as a way to talk about death in a less scary way. He posted a few of the pictures on Instagram and they went viral. How Lucky Am I is a collection of Mr. Skelly artwork with a few pages of inspirational writing included throughout the book. It's a quick read and would make a great gift for a fan of Mr. Skelly.
July 31, 2026
‘You can’t give your life more time so give your time more life’ 🌷💀
August 8, 2026
This was absolutely beautiful!
August 25, 2026
Exceptional.
Really well thought through imagery. I love when I find a book--as an artist--and even though it's not how I would have done things, I can still love and appreciate how they did them.
Really neat book.
Great illustrations.
Really good thoughts organized in a through-line. I enjoyed this.
Keeping a copy out for my kids to enjoy, 100%.
Really well thought through imagery. I love when I find a book--as an artist--and even though it's not how I would have done things, I can still love and appreciate how they did them.
Really neat book.
Great illustrations.
Really good thoughts organized in a through-line. I enjoyed this.
Keeping a copy out for my kids to enjoy, 100%.
August 10, 2026
This was a cute little book on life. I thought it would be more about death, but no. The artwork was good, and while some of the quotes were pretty generic, they were still nice. This was my favourite:
'I hope death feels like being picked up from the backseat and carried to my bed half asleep, where tucked in and eyes closed, I can hear those who love me talking through a cracked door.'
'I hope death feels like being picked up from the backseat and carried to my bed half asleep, where tucked in and eyes closed, I can hear those who love me talking through a cracked door.'
August 22, 2026
This book is gorgeous in both its artwork and its words.
August 12, 2026
this artist♥️
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