Part of Sarah's Scribbles, book 3
First published 2018
Sarah Andersen transforms the reality of being a successful cartoonist into relatable wisdom for anyone drowning in modern life's absurdities. Her third collection combines comics with illustrated essays that tackle everything from dodging overly cheerful morning types to building defenses against internet trolls. Andersen reveals that fame hasn't changed much about her daily existence. She still faces brutal deadlines, accumulates fast food debris around her glowing monitor, and watches her pet collection multiply beyond reason. The book serves as a practical manual for surviving contemporary madness. Andersen covers the pointless nature of decluttering attempts and provides strategies for managing digital harassment. When everything falls apart, she advocates for simple remedies like preparing hot chocolate, anticipating Halloween's arrival, and seeking comfort from furry companions who offer unwavering hope.
Genres: essays, humor, contemporary, adult, memoir, comics
Vibes: comforting, humorous, introspective, relatable, self-deprecating, witty
Tropes: coping-mechanisms, found-family, slice-of-life
Period: 21st century
110 pages · Paperback · Andrews McMeel Publishing
Content warnings: anxiety, mental-illness