I read it in instanst. I'm introvert and my favourite animal is turtle.

Story is reall wel represented, It has a lot of introvert aspects, and I'm glad turtle doesn't want to change for anybody.

What I didn't like is the color scheme- that bright green and purple are so dominating colours that It makes your head hurt- I much enjoyed dark green pages in between the pages.

I gave it a 4 stars just because of the colours.

I love the idea behind this book, but the execution left me wanting.

PROS:
- A turtle is a perfect animal with which to explain introversion.
- The drawings are cute and I like the imperfection with which they are drawn.
- As I said, I love the idea behind this book.

CONS:
- It did not flow. It felt very haphazard and not in a good way. It almost seemed like the order of the sentences was an afterthought.
- The language was neither adorably simplistic nor lyrical and beautiful. It was just sort of blah.

Unfortunately, I would not recommend this book.

A cutely drawn coffee table guide to the care and feeding of your introvert. Mostly cute and harmless, but I do think the author makes the mistake of mixing introversion, shyness, social anxiety, and introspection, all of which are (maybe related but) distinct psychological concepts. And I'm not sure if it was just the copy I had, but much of the art and text are bright green on bright purple, which can be extremely hard to read. That said, our culture is set up to favor those who are brash, risk taking, loud, and/or extroverts, so a little insight into the quieter side of the spectrum is welcome even if it's not academically perfect.

You do not need to read 500 pages of some motivational book. This one is enough. Nice, short (I know, 120 pages, but it is a matter of 5 minutes read), a book about turtle and how he/she is going through every day of being introvert. Activities, feelings, etc. Illustrations are simple but nice. As a nice gift to somebody who likes these kind of things, it is fine.

This title will be welcomed by introverts. With its gentle, green and white illustrations and its simple text, this book offers insight into both the inner and outer life of an introvert. Introverts will recognize themselves and feel accepted. Extroverts can read this book and better understand the introvert’s inner workings. This title could, additionally, be used in schools to help students to recognize different approaches to the world while encouraging acceptance and non-judgment.

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

A cute illustrated book about introverts and how they feel and behave using animals. The introvert turtle is so relatable, I didn't feel like it added anything new to the introverts books I've read, but the reading process was relaxing and enjoyable, and it's good every now and then to read a book that confirms my introversion.

I thank Netgalley for the digital ARC

“I don’t like small talk. Not because I am unfriendly or dislike conversations-but simply because it feels sort of forced sometimes.”

As a social introvert, sometimes it’s hard for people to understand how, dependent on the setting, I can appear to be both introvert and extrovert. This one line from this book sums up so much of the answer.

Overall, the book’s illustrations are simplistic, yet it really highlights the simplicity in understanding what defines an introvert.

I loved the illustrations and thought Turtle did a fantastic job explaining what it's like to be introverted.

This picture book for adults (which would have been suitable for children if the one and only curse word had been omitted) is a charming and humorous take on the joys and challenges of being an introvert. I really enjoyed it. This would make a cute little coffee table book or a sweet gift for a friend.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Chronicle Books for a digital advance review copy. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

A very cute and timely book. Loved the illustrations but had difficulty seeing the font? This may be changed when the book is actually published but the colour of font is to similar to the colour used on the page?

This is a short, sweet book introverts are sure to relate to. The drawings are cute and overall this book is fun- and could also be a good resource for extroverts who have introverts they care for in their lives.
Thanks to Chronicle Books and NetGalley for the advance copy.

I'm an introvert who loves turtles, so when I saw A Turtle's Guide to Introversion on NetGalley, of course I had to request it! This is a really cute book with a great message, and I could definitely relate to the turtle. This book would make a great gift, and I think most introverts would enjoy it. Thanks to NetGalley and Chronicle Books for giving me the opportunity to read it. : )

It is an illustrated book and reframes introversion in a positive way. It is cute but seems more geared to middle school audience rather than adults. It is a decent book but not what I thought it would be - a more in depth discussion of introversion.
Thanks for the opportunity to read this book.

It’s a well established fact that I’m an introvert. Besides my lived experience, I have also found multiple books that could have been written about me.

I found myself on almost every page of Debbie Tung’s ‘Quiet Girl in a Noisy World’. If my introversion was ever in doubt (it wasn’t), the perfect score I achieved on Jenn Granneman’s signs I might be an introvert in her book, ‘The Secret Lives of Introverts’, was a big ‘I told you so’ to any naysayers out there.

If you’re a kindred introvert, you’ll probably get some validation and a reminder that you’re fine just the way you are from this book. If you’ve already read books that talk about introversion on any detail, it’s unlikely you’ll find any new information in this book.

This gift book has cute illustrations. However, I found the colours jarring. I read this book on an iPad; maybe the colours would look better on a different screen. It’s also possible, because I’m mindful that I read an advanced copy, the colour scheme could change prior to publication.

Thank you to NetGalley and Chronicle Books for the opportunity to read this book.

This is a short book perfect for a coffee table of someone who rarely has friends over. Perfect for someone who feels like they'd curl up in their turtle shell of a home with a good book with a cup of tea, with cute illustrations and a children's book format.

This was a delightful and quick read!

It's my first book by this author, and I'll definitely be reading her other works.

As an introvert myself, most of the pages resonated with me. Our inner worlda are complex and detailed. I like how traits of introverts are explained in simple language so as to explain our idiosyncrasies to people who want to learn more about the introverts in their life.

I don't normally do so, but I'll be reading this again in a couple of days to check for any aspects I missed this time around.

Final verdict: 5 absolutely deserved stars!

***ARC generously provided by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review***

This book was very cute to read and expressed the value of going at ones own pace and reflecting on ones feelings. I think this book will be a great addition and reassert young readers feelings of self worth and expression.

I really enjoyed this book, it has a happy feel and flows really well. It is certainly very relatable and makes you feel both at ease and proud to be an introvert!

The images are really cute and detailed, I love the way they cleverly reflect introversion. Tom Mak has absolutely hit the nail on the head with the way he has dipicted intorvesion, and the drawings it to this very well.

A must read for all introverts out there!!

Thank you to Netgalley, Tom Mak and Chronicle Books for an advance copy in return for an honest review.

A Turtle's Guide to Introversion by Ton Mak is a delightful book that familiarizes introversion to its readers. The illustrations are eye catching and the narrative has a smooth flow. The single sentence panels add emphasis without breaking the flow. The book clearly explains the plight of introverts. It clears up a few misconceptions about introversion without getting up on a soap box. I liked the way the book articulates what most introverts go through in everyday life. I enjoyed reading this book and I think that it is a book that should be read by all especially those who see introversion in a negative light.
I thank NetGalley for giving me an opportunity to read this book

A good book to give to your favorite introvert. A book to help extroverts understand introverts. A quick read with cute illustrations. Unfortunately, the neon green and purple colors in the eVersion made some illustrations difficult to see. Any grey text against the purple background was illegible. Other than that, we give this one 4 stars.