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This book is adorable! I love the artwork, and some of the pages actually made me laugh out loud (which I rarely do, so that’s a very high compliment).

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~ Thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review ~

I've been a huge fan of Catana Chetwynd's work since her comics gained traction on Bored Panda. Like Chetwynd's other books, <i> In Love & Pyjamas </i> is a collection of comics that primarily focuses on the joys of love. The affection shown between Catana and John is wholesome and very relatable if one is in a similar relationship. I've previously seen another reviewer call Chetwynd's work "saccharine" and although I disagree, I can understand where they're coming from to an extent; the sweetness eminating from her comics is almost tangible, and if you're not inclined to revelling in the small happy moments a romantic relationship can bring, then this collection might be a bit overwhelming in one sitting. But me? I love love, I love other people being in love, and I love that every time I read Chetwynd's comics, I want to immediately give my boyfriend a hug.

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Recommended: uh, YES! 🙂
For people who like slice-of-life comics, for a trusty source of smiles, for more of Catana’s established comic style, for anyone who’s been in a long-term relationship and is familiar with the feeling of settling in and having routines

Catana Chetwynd is a master at creating comics that feel like a slice of your own life. Not to speak for you, of course, but that certainly is the feeling for myself and many others. For example: the very first comic in this book is something that happens so frequently in my relationship that I just had to laugh when I read it. And then settled in happily for the rest.

There are plenty of new comics in this collection, so if you follow Catana’s work you’ll still have new things to enjoy! One of my favorites was a moment of comparing hand sizes, and the gentle awe that comes with it. And again… that’s something that happens with relative frequency for me. 😂

And hey, if you’re not in a relationship or never have been, this is still a plenty welcoming collection. They’re just cute and fun regardless, and a lot of these are situations that could also happen with roommates, friends, etc. Who hasn’t made a kickass blanket and pillow fort for movie night before? (If you’re raising your hand, I recommend changing that ASAP ☺)

If you’ve NEVER read something by Catana Chetwynd, oh my god are you lucky because you’re about to be introduce to heartwarming, simple comics that can always tempt out a smile. Focused on her relationship, Catana and John show those Little Moments of Love that can define a relationship. There’s also a good dose of moments where she pokes fun at herself or John, acknowledging their absurdities and inconsistencies (especially when hangry or over-tired) that shows she’s not taking it all too seriously. I mean, it’s a comic, yo.

Thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel publishing for a free advanced copy in exchange for an honest review!

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This collection of gentle comics is about a couple and their daily life. It is a book about loving one’s partner and accepting them with all of their quirks. It allows for the ways in which partners may be the same or different from each other and, regardless, can still love each other. If you are looking for a bit of emotional uplift and some smiles, this title may be for you.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions are my own.

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I enjoyed how relatable these comics were. I couldn’t help but laugh at the quirkiness of the characters and how they show their love to each other. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for wholesome comics that will make you giggle and feel fuzzy all over.

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I'd like to thank NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me with an eARC to review.

This was such a fun, heart-warming, relatable read! I've already read other of Catana's work and she never disappoints.
I believe every ready will relate with this short stories one way or another, and will laugh and recall moments of joy and tenderness.

I'm really looking forward to reading more of her comics and I trully recommend you read this one.

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<i>A digital copy of this book was provided by NetGalley</i>

Oh right, this one I didn't enjoy it. Was too cute at he point that gets kind of boring to me. Of course, this is my opinion, not necesary is bad is just that for me is incredible repetitive to the point that I didn't want to finish it.
For the author fans this will be awesome, for me, not so much

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This was so dang cute. I love this sort of short comics. I, personally, just love when a realistic approach it brought to comics. It gives a much more accurate expectation to what it actually may look like to be in a relationship.

“When I’m done being mad can we go get burritos?” Never related so much in my life.

This would be a nice quick read to cleanse the brain after reading a dense novel. I like to read these sort of things, or really light contemporary in between

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A cute and fast read.
While very similar to her last book there was still something new and relatable in these little drawings.

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I love all comics by Catana Chetwynd! I follow her on Instagram and show my boyfriend so many of them that remind me of us especially the beard related ones, I've convinced him to have a viking beard and am currently working on persuading him to grow his hair!

Any new release is automatically put on my list because they're funny and make me feel warm and cosy.

100% everyone should have this, and all her others, in their collection!

*Huge thanks to Catana Chetwynd, Andrew McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for this copy which I chose to read and all opinions are my own*

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Super cute and adorable! Perfect for anyone in a relationship. It had me laughing and smiling the whole time!

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Once again, totally adorable and makes for a great Valentine book gift. I just adore these comics. Keep them coming! My husband and I resemble these and we get a laugh at them.

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Good for fans of the artist and these cute cartoons, but nothing really new. Art style is great, and there are a few solid jokes.

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As ever with Catan Chetwynd, this is a series of sweet and relatable comics about (as the title suggests) being totally yourself with the one you love. It's a soothing and relaxing quick read that I highly recommend to get some serotonin flowing.

Extremely happy and relaxed thanks to Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the early read!

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A super cute collection about growing with the one you love. I always enjoy Catana' comics but this book is for sure my favourite grouping!
Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for providing an arc for an honest review!

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I've known of Catana and her work for years and I am very happy that I came across her new book. I am not disappointing. It was very cute. And very relatable. I just wish there was a little more diversity here. There is a whole lot of staying inside and "you're weird". So I wish there was a bit more versatility to "In Love & Pajamas". But overall, it was a fun, cute and quick read.

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<b>4.25 stars</b>

These little comic strips are so cute and super uplifting! This was just what I needed in the current climate and global mood!

Capturing everyday relationship situations, I really feel like I can relate to Catana, and I think a lot of other people do and/or would too!

I definitely recommend this if you're in the mood for a quick, uplifting pick-me-up!

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Sometimes when life gets you down there is nothing like reading a cute relationship to make you feel better.

I’ve been following Catana on Instagram, and when I saw this was available I had to read it. It’s a short collection of comic strips, but it’s so full of warm and fuzzy feelings that I’m hankering for more, and with the world going crazy right now, everyone needs something smaller to focus on to give you a sense of escapism, and this is perfect for that.

Catana’s illustrations are cute. Her relationship is cute. Everything is so damn cute, and I love it. John and Catana are two quirky beans who are perfect together, and their moments together feel real and precious. I’m just gushing over them, and their slice of life interactions are the best.

If you haven’t read Catana’s work then you are missing out. It’s a wonderful and comforting read.

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A collection of cute comics that any couple can relate to. Catana brings to life the situations that make us laugh with and love our partners.

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I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was super cute! I've seen the author's art float around social media the last few years and always found it so adorable, and really relatable. The cartoons remind me a lot of my relationship with my husband. They're funny, real, and you can feel the love :) I'll definitely be checking out her other collections like this!

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