First published 2019
The beings of Strange Planet live lives that mirror our own, though they describe everything in wonderfully literal terms. From the moment of Emergence Day through gaining siblings and family beasts, these colorful inhabitants experience the full spectrum of existence. Young beings receive formal education and eventually begin vocations. They celebrate special days, tend to their health, pursue hobbies, and gather with extended family. The beings reflect on life while watching their planet rotate, finding meaning in simple moments. Pyle presents their world in pink, blue, green, and purple illustrations that reveal how universal experiences look when seen through alien eyes. The beings speak in precise, formal language that makes ordinary activities sound both foreign and familiar. Their earnest approach to daily life creates humor while highlighting the absurdity and beauty of existence itself.
Genres: science-fiction, humor, contemporary, comics, slice-of-life
Vibes: absurdist, contemplative, heartwarming, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family, slice-of-life-narrative
Setting: Strange Planet
144 pages · Hardcover · Morrow Gift