Feelings You Don't Have Words For: Tender Comics About Loving Yourself and Others

by Emu .

A charming and comforting debut from Karepango creator Emily Her, pairing sweet comics with gentle emotional support. Includes wellness resources and two pages of stickers!

This cozy, flip-anywhere collection offers gentle support for feelings you don’t always have words for—through tender comics, validating messages, and sweet, surprising humor.

Made by creator Emu, the charmingly imperfect characters of Karepango, like Yobi, Snarp, and Kit, invite readers to find joy and beauty in the mess of daily life. From the humility of a friend saving you from crashing out to the relief of feeling small in a vast universe, Emu inspires anxious minds to love what we have, let go of what we can’t control, and prioritize human connection.

Includes wellness resources from the National Alliance for Mental Health (NAMI) and two pages of Karepango stickers.

Genres: Graphic Novels, Nonfiction, Comics

128 pages, Hardcover

Published September 22, 2026

Reviews

[sea ʚ♡ɞ]

Thank you to Andrews McMeel Publishing for the Advanced Reader's Copy via NetGalley! This review is voluntary and my honest opinion ♡

∟rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5┐
I pick this up on the 'read now' section of Netgalley on a whim and wow am I glad I did! We start with an introduction to all of our little characters. These characters are both distinctive from each other and one and the same, recognizing how complicated our emotions can be. Then we get started with the comics, gentle comics about emotions not often pointed out or discussed but widely felt. From little things to bigger emotions, this book goes through burnout, the beauty of a rainbow, connecting with friends, and more. I never realized how much these emotions we feel can build up or feel so unseen when they seem to little in the grand scheme of things. Putting them on the page like this made me feel less alone and just blessed to have seen it expressed on paper. The art is pretty and gentle so it really fits the style. I would absolutely recommend this one!

[My Fairytale Days]

📖 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿:
Anyone who likes cute little comics about those oddly specific feelings we all have but don't always know how to put into words.

This was super cute, and I really liked how good it is at putting a name to those oddly specific feelings that can be surprisingly difficult to explain. The comics are short, simple and often very relatable, with the illustrations doing most of the talking.

I also really liked the characters and how much personality comes through in such small comics. There were definitely a few moments where I felt very seen, and I can imagine some of these being especially nice for younger readers who are still figuring out how to put their feelings into words.

Where I struggled was right at the beginning. There are quite a lot of characters to meet and remember, and I found myself going back to check who was who more than once. It made the start feel a little overwhelming, especially coming into this world completely fresh.

It actually reminded me a bit of discovering an online profile that has been running for years, where everyone already knows the characters and their little stories, and then someone has gathered it all into a book. If you've already met these characters and know the art, I imagine it would be much easier to settle straight in. Coming to them for the first time, though, was a lot of information all at once.

Once I got past that, I really enjoyed dipping into the little comics and seeing which feeling would pop up next. It's a very cute collection with a lovely idea behind it, even if I think it works better for someone already familiar with its little world.

🎨 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀:
I really like Emu's art style. The characters are ridiculously cute, and the simple illustrations work perfectly with the comics and their little emotional moments.

✨ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱:
• How well it captures very specific feelings.
• The adorable characters and their personalities.
• The little comics that made me stop and think, “yes, exactly that.”

🌧️ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗳𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱:
• The character introductions felt overwhelming.
• I struggled to remember who was who.
• It feels easier to enter if you already know the characters.

⭐⭐⭐ / 5

𝘈 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘰 𝘕𝘦𝘵𝘎𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘥𝘰𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺. 𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘴, 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘪𝘴𝘩 𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘐 𝘣𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘮𝘺 𝘰𝘸𝘯. 📖✨

[Joy Wright]

I requested a digital ADR of this book from Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for review. As I read it on my computer, I found myself thinking of myself or some member of my family or friends with almost every new panel I was reading. The book consists of absolutely adorable 1, 4 or 5 panel comics that describe various experiences that are hard to describe, like staying somewhere after your social battery runs out or the way you feel when you sit in the sun. They are divided into sections, like Feelings for Ourselves and Feelings for Others. Because they are in comic form, it would be so easy for a parent to read to a small child, or for a middle aged, perimenopausal rage monster such as myself to read alone. It's not a children's book, but having this book around would probably really helpful in helping kids (and adults, not going to lie) understand some of what they are feeling, because it SHOWS what the emotion can feel like inside. And did I mention that they are cute? SO cute.
The author, Emu, posts the following in the Author's Note at the beginning of the book- "This book is dedicated to you, the reader, and whoever you hope to become one day. You can do it". Honestly, she had me at hello. Maybe I just really needed the message on this particular day, but I was really feeling this book, showing panels to my husband as I went though them. Each character has its own story and personality attributes (I'm mostly Kit, btw), and throughout the book the characters show the reader the emotions of being in specific good or negative situations.
I highly recommend this book for anyone and everyone. Literally as soon as I was finished reading, I preordered the hardcover, so that I can more easily share it with my two teens, then let friends borrow it as well.

[Carina]

Feelings You Don't Have Words For is a cute and comforting collection about all those emotions that we experience but don't always know how to explain.

One of my favourite things about the book was definitely the artwork and the characters. They are all incredibly adorable, and I loved how their personalities come through in such short comics. The book introduces each of them at the beginning, which was a nice touch and made the whole collection feel more personal.

I also really liked how the book is organised into different types of feelings, from those connected to ourselves to the ones that come from our relationships and shared experiences. The comics cover a wide range of situations, including feeling anxious, overwhelmed, confused, stressed, or simply not knowing exactly what you're feeling. I think there is something reassuring about seeing these little moments represented and realising how normal they actually are.

That being said, I did find the number of characters slightly difficult to keep track of. Even with the introductions at the beginning, I sometimes had to go back to check who a character was. For a book designed to be something you can pick up and open at any page, I think making the characters a little easier to identify would have helped.

I actually think some of these comics could be a lovely way to start conversations about emotions with younger readers too. Sometimes recognising a feeling is the hardest part, and having a cute character experience something similar can make it easier to talk about.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[queenofbrightshinythings]

Thank you to NetGalley, Emu, Andrews McMeel Publishing and @karepango for the complimentary copy of the book.

I’ll be honest I struggled at first. I’m used to comics with little speech bubbles, so realizing this one was purely images threw me off.

I even hopped onto Goodreads to see if anyone else felt the same, and then bam! I suddenly realized it's literally "Feelings You Don't Have Words For" like the actual name of the book! I wasn't confused... I just hadn't clocked it. Total Eureka moment.

Once that clicked, I actually got into it. The comics are short, simple, and ridiculously cute. They capture those oddly specific feelings we all have but never know how to explain.

I think this would be a lovely pick for young readers who need help understanding their big emotions.

My only real struggle was the sheer number of characters introduced at the beginning. It felt like meeting an entire village at once. With a digital copy, flipping back to remember who’s who got tiring fast. If you have a physical copy, it’s probably easier like checking a map in a romantasy. But with digital… I gave up after a few tries. That said, if you already know these characters from the internet, you won’t have the same struggle.

What was done well
Perfectly captured those oddly specific emotions you never know how to explain.
Adorable little characters with their own sweet personalities.

What didn't land
The character introductions came at me all at once and felt overwhelming.
Keeping track of who’s who was harder than expected.
Getting into the story feels much smoother if you already know the cast from online.

[Kristina Butke]

This was really cute and I found a lot of it relatable. The first part of the book focuses on the characters Emu created, and my two favorites are Pan, who is crying a lot trying to make it through the hard times, and Snarp, who is awkward. This way you can get an extra sense of each panel with what the characters represent and what the comic is saying.

My favorite two describe “ideas you cannot articulate” and “the loneliness of losing social connections.” I identify with both. Even though I’m a writer and am supposed to be able to articulate my ideas on the page, sometimes I still struggle with it! Also, I am not a very social person, but I can’t go my entire life without people. Over the decades I’ve cut people out of my life, but I’ve kept the good ones. Only now, everyone is busy and I don’t hear from most of my friends anymore.

Then my last favorite appeals to the romantic in me, which is the “freedom of someone loving the real you.” I experience this with my family, but I’ve never experience it with a romantic partner. Someday I would love to feel this.

As you can see, I was easily able to emotionally connect to this book and think about my life and my own feelings. The cute art and straightforward personalities really allow you to reflect on yourself through the presentation of the characters and their situations.

I found this book adorable and really liked how it appealed to my emotions. I recommend this to readers who want to quickly reconnect to themselves and put words to feelings they can’t always name, as the title says.

[Eline Pullen]

NetGalley and Andrews Mc Meel Publishing provided me an e-arc of this book in exchange for my honest review:

In the days of your life you can get overwhelmed by unexpected and unfamiliar feelings. Almost like your life is interwoven with a thread with endless knots, before you’re even aware of it you feel trapped by your own emotions.

If any of this sounds familiar to you then ‘Feelings you don’t have words for’ is book for you. In this gentle paced comic / graphic story you meet a set of characters with unique traits. All of them face complex emotions.

On every spread a multi faceted emotion is named and in a few powerful images you see the character live through the emotion and find helpful responses to it.

This book can help you understand and recognize your own feelings and emotions. It is als a great companion when you want to expand your emotional vocabulary. And especially when you want to find helpful, hopeful and healthy ways to respond to complex emotions.

When reading this book it came to my mind that this book would be a wonderful prompt generator to start journaling with: which situation speaks to you? What about it do you recognize? How would you name or draw the landscape of your feelings?

The only extra’s I could have wished for that there were more pages in this book a that that there was some more background story on the author and creator, now there was a little information.

[Anna]

This was so cute! I absolutely adore Emu's art style, and these comic are very relatable. As someone who hates seeing any notification bubbles on the apps on my phone, "THE OVERWHELM FROM A DELUGE OF NOTIFICATIONS" was on point, and as someone who has a hard time creating a decent work/life balance, I felt "LEAVING WORK ANXIETY OUTSIDE" in my bones.
Other than the titles for each mini comic, there are almost no words included in the book outside of the character introductions at the beginning, but I don't think any dialogue or additional description is needed. Like the title says, these are feelings that you don't have the words for, and the comics perfectly emulate what the author is trying to express.
If I had one criticism it's that I had a hard time remembering which character was which as I was reading. We're introduced to all of the characters at the beginning, and their names are never used again. It'll be easier to go back and refresh yourself on which character is which and what they represent when you're reading a physical copy of the book, but I found it cumbersome to go back and check which character was which every so often in this digital ARC. That doesn't detract from the experience though, and it doesn't keep me from wholeheartedly recommending this collection!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

[An]

Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for this ARC!

I really liked the messages conveyed through the adorable comic panels and illustrations despite barely having words on them. It's a simple but good way to describe specific feelings that we feel at certain stages or moments in our daily life. I also loved that the message is described clearly by the illustrations themselves.

One thing that I would have preferred is to break the character introductions into smaller chunks. The first part of the book introduced the characters well but there were too many characters to remember that I ended up having to return to the first couple of pages to see who they were again as some of the characters look similar to others. I believe it would be better if the character introductions were broken up into smaller chunks instead such as introducing 2 to 3 characters per set of illustrations. I would have also preferred if the character introductions were on the shorter end or perhaps the characters were introduced through smaller illustrations instead rather than having to read lengthy introductions.

Overall, this was still an adorable book that was entertaining and comforting.

[Holly]

When I saw the opportunity to read Feelings You Don't Have Words For by Emu, I thought I would be treated to cute cartoons with sweet words. If you can't tell, I was unfamiliar with the artist's prior work or I would not have been so surprised (yet appreciative) of her insight, gentleness, and quiet joy.

Feelings You Don't Have Words For introduces a cast of friends known from the site Karepango. They each have their own ways of contributing to their community and no one friend is superior to another (even if some usually come as a duo or trio). Within the book's pages, readers will learn about each character, see how they experience and manage different kinds of tough times, and be comforted that some of the struggles they have been through are paths others can help lead them through.

While not every comic clicked with me, some resonated deeply and made me reflect on my current, past, and future selves.

If you want a lovely book you can either read in its entirety or turn to random pages in, Feelings You Don't Have Words For by Emu is an excellent choice.

[Aishah Humaira' (Mermaird ♡)]

Rating this with 4 stars purely because of the adorable illustrations ࣪𖤐.ᐟ

As for the content itself, when it comes to this kind of picture self-help/self-expressive book, it tends to be 50/50 for me. Some of the pages truly warmed my heart and felt relatable, but some of the emotions it was targeting were a miss for me. I still enjoyed it as a whole though.

I wonder if these comic strips have been posted on the author's website or social media previously, because all of the characters have names. I find it cute that they have their own names, but the character descriptions at the front of the book felt very long compared to its actual comic strips. For someone who has never known any of the characters, it felt a bit overwhelming to have that amount of character description, and since I read this digitally I could not even skip it right away. I would have preferred the descriptions to be at the back instead, because once I have gone through the comic strips, it felt more delightful to get to know more about the characters.

Many thanks to Netgalley for the digital e-ARC!

[chellie aka jamie]

this is so far outside my usual reading taste, but honestly, i found it incredibly refreshing. as someone who usually gravitates toward horror, feelings you don't have words for was such a gentle change of pace. the illustrations are adorable, and i really loved how the comics put words to those weird, overwhelming little feelings we experience but don’t always know how to explain.

as someone who advocates for mental health and has spent a lot of time talking about the importance of making space for difficult emotions, i appreciated the book’s reminder that being kind to yourself doesn’t mean ignoring the hard stuff. i do think there’s a line between validating emotions and making every struggle feel like something that needs to be “fixed,” and some of the messages felt a little too simple for me at times. still, the overall message of self-compassion, acceptance, and giving yourself a little grace really landed. a quick, comforting, and genuinely different read for me, and i’m glad i stepped outside my usual genre for it.

[Cozy Slow Living]

This advanced copy landed in my hands at a time when I didn’t know I needed this book… but oh, did I need it.

Feelings You Don’t Have Words For, created by Emu, is filled with the sweetest, most lovable little characters, and somehow I found myself relating to so many of them. I mean… it’s almost impossible not to.

It’s a book about those feelings that are so hard to put into words, explored in such a lighthearted, funny and wonderfully relatable way.

I ended up sharing it with my toddler, who found the characters absolutely hilarious, and was particularly delighted by the stickers, which were such a lovely little surprise at the end.

This book feels like a hug. It’s warm, cozy, funny and surprisingly comforting, and I felt so seen while reading it that, by the end, I genuinely felt like I’d made a few little friends.

And my favorite? Tiny and nervous Kit.
I have developed an entirely unreasonable amount of love for this little guy.

Not only did I clearly need this book more than I knew… but now I’m also emotionally attached to these little Karepango characters.

[Lindsay]

Feelings You Don't Have Words For is a quick, charming, and heartfelt read that follows a cast of characters as they navigate a wide range of emotions. Through colorful illustrations and simple, thoughtful sentences, the book introduces feelings that can often be difficult to identify or put into words. Each page presents a relatable scenario, making it easy for readers to recognize pieces of themselves in the characters' experiences.

The book's greatest strength is its reassuring message that experiencing a whirlwind of emotions is a normal part of being human. It gently reminds readers that they are not alone in what they feel and that every emotion deserves to be acknowledged and understood. Whether you are looking for a thoughtful read for yourself or a meaningful book to share with others, Feelings You Don't Have Words For offers a comforting reminder that our emotions connect us rather than isolate us.

Thank you NetGalley for an ARC.

[Korynne]

I liked the simple art style of the characters that encapsulated various emotions we all feel. I think people struggling to understand or regulate their emotions would benefit from this book that shows how these feelings are natural.

I thoughts it was interesting that the title is “Feelings We Don’t Have Words For” but then gave words to the feelings on every page. Maybe that was the intent?

The first 30% of the book is spent introducing the various characters that we encounter throughout the comics, and I felt like that gave it a slow start. I think I would have preferred if one character was introduced and then we saw their comics, and then another character was introduced, followed by their comics, etc. Having all the characters introduced back-to-back at the beginning made me forget every one of them.


I received a copy of this book for review from the publisher via Edelweiss.

[bookshelfreader_31]

This is a beautiful book that can easily relate to any age. It touches on anxiety, confusion, certainty, feeling overwhelmed, stressed or overstimulated. Those complicated emotions that are sometimes just hard to put into words.

The illustrations and characters make the emotions comforting and easy to absorb, while showing friendship connection in what we simply cannot control in every situation.

I did find myself flipping back and forth, trying to figure out who was, who, while this book is described as a flip, anywhere. I could see that becoming confusing for children, especially when they're already experiencing intense emotions.

This is definitely more visual than narrative. And it's pretty surface level. If you're looking for a deep dive into emotions or mental wellness, you won't necessarily find it there.

Overall, it's a quick, comforting read and a great starting point for helping children recognize. And process emotions that aren't always easy to explain

[Loreleï Loreleï]

Cute little four-panel comics (yonkoma) featuring mascots that represent different facets of each of us. The strips have no text, except for their titles, which gives them a simple and universal feel.

However, I found the introduction to the characters a bit too long. Knowing which mascot represents which emotion or aspect of oneself undoubtedly enhances the impact of certain comics, but I didn’t necessarily want to go back to the beginning of the book after every strip to check which one corresponded to what.

The second part is the one that moved me the most. Overall, the book is full of good intentions and gentle messages: learning to be patient and understanding with yourself, appreciating how far you’ve come, the people around you, and the little moments of everyday life, but also knowing how to slow down.

I also appreciated the inclusion, at the end, of resources dedicated to mental health: a welcome touch that aligns with the book’s theme.

[Ashlyn]

For starters, I love that we got an introduction to the characters at the beginning. A lot of similar comics I've read don't have character introductions, and giving an introduction helps the characters feel more well rounded and like they have a bit more personality. Plus, all their artwork was adorable and it was nice to learn the names of each cozy looking character.

I think this book would be good for anyone looking for a lighthearted outlook towards mental health/stress. There's nothing too deep about the comic, but the artwork does have chances to resonate with each person differently. If you're someone who struggles with knowing what words to use to explain your feelings, but find artwork a good way to help describe what's happening, then I would bet that this book could be extremely helpful.

[Elia RS]

The book begins by introducing the characters, who are absolutely adorable. I appreciated how detailed the introductions were, making it easy to become familiar with each one.

The book is then divided into three sections: Feelings for Ourselves, Feelings for Others, and Feelings for All of Us. I really liked this structure. The short comic strips explore a wide range of emotions and everyday situations in a simple yet meaningful way. The characters help provide context while also making it easy to relate the situations to your own experiences.

Although this book is aimed at adults, I think it could also be a wonderful resource to share with children. It encourages conversations about emotions and provides a safe way to talk about situations that can sometimes be difficult to express. The stories are relatable and remind us that these feelings are something everyone experiences.

[Estante da Vani]

This was such a cute and comforting read. 🥹💗

I loved how simple and gentle this book is. The little comics are adorable, but they also manage to touch on feelings that can be difficult to put into words. It feels like a small reminder that it’s okay to have messy days, complicated emotions, and not always have everything figured out.

The characters are absolutely precious, and I especially loved the cozy, imperfect vibe of the whole collection. It’s the kind of book you can pick up for a few minutes whenever you need something light, comforting, and reassuring.

I also really appreciated the little messages about connection, finding joy in everyday life, and learning to appreciate what we already have. A
Overall, this feels less like a book you simply read and more like a little comfort companion you can come back to whenever you need it.

[Jerri Bosley]

I thought the characters and artwork in this book are beautiful. I am a huge fan of Japan/kawaii etc and it fits with the aesthetic I love to look at.

I did not like the intro of the characters at the beginning of the book. There were far too many words and too many characters. No one is going to remember that information without seeing those characters come to life first, especially not a neurospicy person like myself. I think it set the wrong tone for the start of the book. If I was looking at it in a bookshop and that was my first view of it, I do not think I would purchase.

I am glad I continued to read, as I thought the strips were cute, informative, educational and entertaining. I liked that there was a lot to look at - I expected a much shorter book!

[Lexisbookishburrow]

“Please be kind to yourself, it’s your first time living this life.” So true, I feel like we tend to forget that. It’s hard to not be super critical of ourselves and this short comic had me reflecting on that. It’s a cute read, with equally cute artwork. The first few pages introduce the characters in the book giving them deep long descriptions but I felt like there were so many of them I couldn’t remember what they were all representing. When it came to the certain characters parts in the comics they were in I wondered if the descriptions of them were supposed to play a deeper part. It’s an adorable quick read that could give some positive reflection for those who might need it.

[Wendy Jonson]

This book is a collection of comics filled with imaginary, yet real friends. It addresses times when the main characters are feeling unsure and sad, and then points out the positives that help get them through. It seems like a personal reflection on the author’s own experiences … reading the author notes made me appreciate this collection even more because it clarified where these thoughts were coming from. Be gentle with yourself! The ideas and sentiments are better than the drawings, but I believe that is the point. The simple drawings allow us to enjoy and acknowledge the feelings behind them. Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the digital ARC.

[Koi]

I really loved the concept of this book! It starts out by introducing each of the characters used in the comics, which I thought was a pretty cool idea, and I loved that the author included what each character represented. The comics themselves are separated into different sections, each covering specific topics such as being with friends.

Having mental health issues myself, I felt the comics were extremely relatable. I found myself smiling while reading them at points! I also loved the characters and art; they were so adorable.

Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to read and review this book!

[Dawn Michelle]

While this book didn't really work for me [I am not really the right audience for it, age-wise], I can see it both really helping others and others really enjoying it.

Filled with colorful characters [while there is an introduction to each character at the beginning, I still got lost several times along the way] and illustrations, and simple but powerful messages [some of them really moved me, others not so much], this book gently reminds people of their worth, that they are not alone, and that love will be there when you least expect it.

Thank you to NetGalley, Emu, and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Horace Hudson]

A simple little collection of comics that feel like they'd fit in on Instagram. The karepango crew are outlined in the first section before the actual comics start. The silent comics that circle around feelings. They're cute with a distinctive graphic style

One silly thing I noticed is that I don't think there are any women. Every single character that used pronouns in the intro used masculine or neutral. I checked on their website, and it seems that a few more characters use masculine pronouns there. I guess it's probably just male as norm principle. Pretty distracting once I noticed

[Helen Wu ✨ (Loves audiobooks)]

A cozy collection of adorable comics with gentle reminders about self-compassion, emotional well-being, and human connection. While the messages didn't resonate with me as deeply as I'd hoped, it's still a comforting read that I think many readers will enjoy, especially if you're looking for something uplifting to revisit on difficult days.

Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the ARC.

[Noir]

Feelings You Don't Have Words For is a nice collection of art and uplifting and encouraging messages by the author and artist. The character bios representing different emotions and fears and anxiety were a nice touch. I'm not sure what the age range for this for but I do feel it leans more towards older children but also people of any age can read it. I definitely related to some of the passages!

Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for a copy to review.

[Ava Robbins]

A charming collection of illustrations. I think the character list at the start lacked a distinction between many of them. I found many of these illustrations to be cute and quirky- I could see some of these used as meme stickers. I liked the affirmations that are here and there throughout the book. Overall, I enjoyed resonating with a lot of the emotion expressed through the art, and I also think this book could benefit from a clearer, simpler execution.

[Evey]

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

It was a tad too simple, and the character introductions at the beginning didn't do any favors. I think it'd work better if the characters were introduced as they appeared in the comics, instead of having a good chunk of the beginning with non-stop descriptions of far too many characters to keep track of later on. It is, however, a good conversation starter with kids.