I was delighted to review an e-ARC of this on NetGalley (thank you Chronicle Books!!). So Lazo illustrates an internal landscape familiar to many of our generation who are concurrently riddled with anxiety, dread, and relentless optimism. They start off by inviting into the work, encouraging readers that “though it does seem like a lot of ‘me, me, me,’ this book is also about you and your friends, maybe, or your family, or anyone else close to you. Because let’s be honest here, I’m that THAT special, and that’s a really good thing. I’m not the only person in the world who feels these feelings and fears these fears, even though sometimes it might feel that way. And maybe if you can relate to some of the things you’ll find here, you’ll feel a bit better, because in the end there’s so many of us searching for answers to the same questions. So let me just share this with you, and at least for now, we won’t be alone.” I found this to be generous and beautiful. What a sweet way to underscore the relevance of personal memoir to an audience of strangers! Honestly, this welcome resonated with me in a way that caught me off guard. Then, I found some of my innermost post-quarantine-existence-shift thoughts reflected back to me and felt wildly comforted. The rest of the reading experience is infused with this sort of gracious humor, quiet emotional urgency and solidarity.
This is a colorful book for when you have the blues. It belongs on your coffee table, it’s so aesthetic. Would also recommend for nightstand book piles to ease yourself back to sleep when the dread wakes you up, and also for in your bag with your journal for instant sunshine mood channeling. It’s one to collect and one to gift.
A snippet of the blurb from the publisher: “This colorful collection of comics will take you on an expertly guided emotional journey, from impostor syndrome to unrequited love, with stops along the way for excitement, joy, vulnerability, and existential dread. Illustrator and self-proclaimed crybaby So Lazo renders each experience with honesty and heart, navigating the obstacle course of early adulthood with their distinctive style and self-deprecating humor. Heartbreakingly earnest and effortlessly queer, this little book captures the trials and tribulations of the creative introvert in vivid detail.”
You can order this exuberant comfort book from Chronicle and your local indie bookseller (or the big book sellers). Cheers!

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Lots and lots of feelings. Some were a lot. The illustrations are bright and interesting. It’s hard to put into words this book.

So Lazo's comics are so relatable it hurts. The colors are wild and the super cute illustrations are so inviting, but the text in like a window into her soul.

Unique book that definitely goes outside of the lines and has its own niche. Worth checking out if the cover and description appeals to you. Some of the pages looked a bit odd on the kindle so it may be better getting the physical copy

I'll be blatantly honest right now- the colorful cover art is what made me pick this up. I wasn't 100 percent sold on the actual content or the title because who likes to admit they need saving? (Not me most of the time, #truth)

A BAZILLION STARS!!!
I AM SOOOOO UTTERLY grateful that the art drew me in because this was a book that my soul needed but didn't know it. THIS IS NOT FOR THE FAINT OF HEART- you'll feel called out, you'll feel angry, you'll feel confused- but you'll also feel connected, and understood in a way that I bet you haven't in a long time (if ever).

Anxiety, fear, love, dread, anger, sadness, loss are heartbreakingly depicted by So Lazo in a way that's beyond relatable. I'll be repetitive- the artwork is BEYOND dazzling and provides depth to the emotional and transcendental quality of the words on the page..
It's tough love, but also in a way that's understandable and not preachy.
Knowing that someone else feels EXACTLY the way that you do when you don't know why you feel that way is powerful and enlightening.

In a world where we are possibly as dis-connected as ever, So Lazo flies out of the woodwork with this emotional journey destined to bring us all together.

*THIS IS NOT A BOOK FOR KIDS!- adult language and situations are presented. I'm no expert, but I would recommend for mature teens and adults*

Highly recommend to almost everyone as I'm sure we've all felt an emotion or two in our lives.

Wow. This book! This book, man! So Lazo's Save Me! (From Myself): The Existential Crises of a Creative Introvert had me lol'ing with how relatable it is. I loved the emotions; the art style; the humor; the moments of tenderness; the moments of, "Wow, can you not?" from the author, where I, too, thought, "Yeah, can they not?" And then there were the moments of sadness where I felt, "Yeah, me too, but we're not alone."

This is a small book of short anecdotes/thoughts and feelings and situations and non-situations of a, well, creative introvert. And sometimes a moon.

I may have cried at the end.

I hadn't heard of @sonialazo before stumbling upon this ARC, but I'll definitely be pre-ordering and re-ordering this book for my own collection and for folks who I think would appreciate it. I haven't seen it in person, but the description says it's 6"x6", so I'm not sure how it would work in all libraries, but I think it has a place in people's hearts.

Thanks to #NetGalley for an eARC of this book.

I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect when I started this book, but I knew it was going to be relatable based on the title. Inside is a journal told through a series of drawings and some text. We’re taken on a journey through a variety of events and feelings that are extremely relatable. From funny to sad, so many panels hit hard while throwing in a good amount of humor. I think many people will see at least one page that metaphorically sets a spotlight on them while setting their hair on fire.

I had a great time reading this and am extremely glad that I picked it up. Between the funny to sad but usually relatable many pages and the fun and bright artwork, I think So Lazo has a new fan in me. Whether or not you are familiar with them or their work, I think this is the perfect book to pick up and dive straight into.

"Save Me! (From Myself)" by So Lazo is a beautifully drawn, witty graphic novel that explores one person's innermost thoughts and feelings over a period of their life. While this book is written about the author it is also incredibly applicable to the everyday reader and achieves what the author set out to do: remind the reader that they are not alone is the way the feel about life or the things they think. There were moments of this graphic novel that did get dark but ultimately the book ends on a positive note. The art style was incredibly beautiful and colorful and aided well in telling the story and putting the author's thoughts and feelings onto the page. You get a real good sense of who the author is through their illustrations. It's a quick but impactful read and achieves what it set out to do.

Thank you to NetGalley for this e-arc of "Save Me! (From Myself) in exchange for an honest review.

Interesting concept with real and raw emotions experienced by introverts and people with trauma everywhere.

This book is one of the most relatable there is. It's a reminder that we are not alone with all this feelings and that everyone experiences them. The way its written makes it easier to understand and follow, along with the graphics it contains. This book can be show to teens who are experiencing some strong emotions so they can see that they are not alone. It explains very easy different situations and makes you relate to it one way or another. Will recommend! It's a good and short read.

This is a charming collection of comics with vibrant color and a unique visual style. The comics are relatable and play out in somewhat of a diary format, with the author frequently illustrating her feelings (sometimes more seriously, but frequently in an amusing manner). If you’re a fan of this kind of stylized, self-reflective web comic, you’ll enjoy this collection.

This was a fun read. It's basically a diary with a dash of self-help. It's full of vibrant illustrations and comics. There were snippets about love, loneliness, trauma, Covid, etc. It was a mix of everything. I really enjoyed reading the comics about the moon.

What a wonderful book I identified with on so many levels. The colors and the imagery, the ability to connect on so many levels. I really loved this book; thank you for the opportunity to read it.
I look forward to seeing it on shelves and purchasing copies for my friends and myself.

The author and illustrator, So Lazo, understands my friends and I and would fit in with us seamlessly. Lazo’s art is the type of thing my late 20’s early 30’s friends send to each other or post on our social media. She irreverently addresses things which only laughter can be used to distract us from bleak hopelessness. And adds cute pictures. Touching on present and future insecurities and past traumas, Lazo depicts a generation lost but still having to deal with everyday shit. This is the type of book I would send to my friends to let them know that I care. It sends a message of “life sucks but I support you!” The book also shows how the pandemic made mental health struggles even worse, and perhaps how we can make it a bit less bad.

Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to read this with their Read Now option.

So sweet and relatable. Sonia’s illustrations are playful and I love every single one of them. I would absolutely have this as a coffee table book!

Wow. For such a colorful book there is a surprising, uncomfortable truth within. Many of the pages depict things that could have been plucked directly from my brain - self doubt, loneliness, anxiety - you name it. There are a few uplifting pages but not a whole lot. While this may seem like a negative review- it's not. I quite enjoyed this - the bright tones and offbeat drawings are a perfect balance for the feelings contained within.

Save Me! (From Myself) by So Lazo With rich, vibrant and colorful images, the author illustrates her inner thoughts, feelings and experiences in a unique art style. The loving messages resonate hope that you are not alone with your feelings, The quotes are inspiring.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the opportunity to preview the book.

This is absolutely beautiful,funny,heart warming,
heart breaking,endearing,relatable, and raw.

The art style is one of my favorites that I’ve seen so far in a comic/graphic novel!

I absolutely adored this!

Adorable drawing accompany both light hearted and heavy topics interspersed with inspiring quotes. This is a great book for anyone who has trouble expressing their feelings (and honestly, who doesn’t?).

This was incredible.
Humor and tragedy are two sides of the same coin. So Lazo expertly presents us with her diary of her thoughts and experiences.
It was honest, relatable and inviting.
I didn’t want to finish it! Go read this asap!