The Little Book of Big Feelings

I really liked this book, it made me smile. I loved all the cartoons and comic strips and the exploration of feelings through this medium. I think it will appeal to lots of people especially those looking for a more unconventional approach. It adds humour to making it OK to not want to party, to be by yourself and not be part of the average crowd.

I've adored all of this author's previous works and this one did not disappoint. It's nice not to feel alone in these feelings. Anyone can enjoy it, but I especially recommend it to those who have social anxiety, are introverted, or have a mental illness.

This was such an fun, insightful read on how to healthily take stock of your feelings. I think Marzi had some excellent tips on how to handle strong emotions that will benefit many people. I just also loved her comics scattered throughout the book. I've always been a fan of her humor, and she doesn't disappoint in her new book.

I adored this little book!!! The charming cartoons are deceptively cute, but the wisdom and message of acceptance, understanding, and above all, HOPE really transcend. I highly recommend this book, particularly for teens/YA and for those who struggle with self-acceptance. I will be back to purchase a couple for holiday gifts!

I received an ARC of this book from #NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion. My thanks to the author and publisher for this opportunity! #TheLittleBookOfBigFeelings

Yet another humorous and profoundly relatable graphic novel from Marzi Wilson! I absolutely love Marzi's books and the positive messages she incorporates into her art that enables her to connect with readers. I previously read Kind of Coping by her and absolutely fell in love, and now I consider Marzi to be one of my instant-read authors whose books I’m always going to pick up without question. There’s just something about the way that Marzi taps into her own personal experiences while also critiquing everyday anecdotes about life and society, ranging from mental health and body image to ultimately figuring out little ways to not stress the big stuff and to try to live a life of being happy and content with who we are. And while there are definitely some heavy topics that she tackles in her books, Marzi also balances these out superbly with adorable and endearing moments that’ll instantly make you laugh along like you’re just sitting down and commiserating with a good friend. (Why yes indeed, I too am incredibly socially anxious and awkward. And yeah, why IS adulting so hard?!)

Whereas her previous book, Kind of Coping, deals more in self care and how to take the necessary time for yourself, The Little Book of Big Feelings centers completely around the wide range of emotions that all of us are capable of feeling—learning not to shy away from our emotions, to listen to what our emotions are trying to tell us, but also how to keep these emotions in check and not allow them to completely burn us out. While this book didn't resonate with me on the same level as Kind of Coping, I still think this is such a handy little book to have, filled with so much helpful insight and information. Each section is split up into different emotions, which then go into a little description of that emotion followed by a few comics that showcase some moments in which Marzi has experienced that emotion. It's a really neat, organized way to format the book and makes it super easy to flip through. And if you're having a day where you're just feeling particularly angry or misunderstood or sad, you can easily flip to that section in the book for a little pep talk and validation. Because we all experience emotions, and as much as we may feel we're the only one feeling a certain way, that's never the case.

I love the sentiment behind this book, a reminder that emotions are something we all experience and, as much a pain as they can be, are a way for our minds to tell us that something is off and that maybe there's something we need to change or even simple a reminder that we need to slow down and take some time for ourselves every once in a while. And of course, no matter what the emotion, we are completely and totally valid in what we feel.

I adore Marzi! She says everything you are thinking and gives you ways to deal with your emotions in humorous ways. She is my spirit animal and I wish I could pick her up and keep her in my pocket all the time. RECOMMEND RECOMMEND RECOMMEND!
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Wilson writes a highly relatable book on emotion and how she copes with/embraces said emotion. Some of the comics are very short like a webcomic, but at the beginning of each chapter she does about a page or two of prose writing to describe the emotion. Introverts in particular will enjoy this book. Fans of Sara Andersen would also probably like this book.

It's like the author is inside my mind! All of the emotions she detailed and explained are ones we've all experienced, but she is able to break them down and explain them in a new way. Wonderful illustrations as well!

Fun and witty - joyous and observant.
Gives a good introduction to basic feelings and also provides the reader with a "first-aid" kit on how to deal with these feelings - for the sake of oneself and for the sake of others.
After reading this, you will never ever want to answer "fine" on anyone's "how are you?".

As an introvert, I related to this book on a very personal level. Emotions are something that not a lot of people feel comfortable talking about but Marzi has put them in a format that I think will help a lot of people process and accept the emotions they have. It is ok not to feel fine all the time and this book does a great job of helping the reader understand that. I enjoyed this as a college student but I think this book can literally be for all ages. Anyone at any age will benefit from this book and its wonderful message.

Illustrations:★★★★★
Uniquely Marzi’s and oh-so relatable!

Character Development: ★★★★★
This comic delves into a heavy subject of what we feel and she does it with awareness for the depths of the many emotions that humans carry around.

Overall: I love her comics and 98% of the time I can relate to them on a deep level (especially as an introvert). I find that as a 90’s child her comics are that much more relatable. Marzi does an amazing job of illustrating the emotions we feel and promoting self-care.

I loved this!! When I first started deviating from the standard "I'm fine" response, it was a bit rocky. I wish I had this book back then!
It's okay to own and express however we really feel and Marzi helps us take that step with this book.

I've been a Marzi fan for a long time now, and I sincerely love her other books as well, so it's no surprise that I also loved this. One thing that afflicts many of us, I think, is this idea that our emotions are something to hide, gloss over, not talk about or think about--and this isn't healthy. This doesn't mean we all have to turn into adults throwing perpetual tantrums, but it does mean that acknowledging how we feel is a first step to coping with our emotions. And now we can easily explore our emotions through Wilson's adorable and relatable cartoons.

4.5 stars ⭐

"I've never been one to talk much... I'm a quiet person, and most of the time, I'm okay with that. But sometimes... I really wish I knew what to say..."

I loved this comic so much <3 it's so cute!! I identified with basically every page.

Marzi's comics are legendary. I like following her on Instragram and enjoyed every chapter in this book. The pictures and stories reflect so many aspects of my own introvert life.

How am I just now hearing about this delightful author? On NetGalley, I read the description for The Little Book of Big Feelings, and knew I wanted to review it, thinking it would be especially great for discussing emotions with my kids. After reading it (at times by myself, other times my kids joined me at the computer to read some of it) I plan to buy a copy and check out her other work as well.

Some comic books for adults aren't suitable for kids due to language or content, but this book contains none of those elements and I'll happily hand our copy off to my kids despite them not being the target audience. It will help them better understand emotions (their own, and other people's).

This "illustrated exploration of life's many emotions" takes us through 16 emotions the author has experienced. Each chapter starts with a brief description and commentary, and the author keeps things personal. Some of the panels are funny, others are touching. As an awkward, anxious introvert, I could relate to a lot of what I read. I appreciated the diverse cast of characters.

Recommended for any reader who would enjoy contemplating emotions in a comic format. For some topics, I'd argue a graphic novel or comic format is the best medium for relating certain stories. This book works really well.

Thanks to NetGalley and Adams Media for the digital review copy provided in exchange for a review.

Thank you to Adams Media and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I had never heard of this author, but the description captured my interest - and I really enjoyed the very personal way the author approached the question "How are you?". Her drawings and thoughts may appear simple, but there is a lot of profound truth to be found in the clear and direct emotions that she explores.

A whimsical look at the struggles of being an introvert. I have been following Marzi for a while and have always found her introvert doodles adorable and relatable, and this book is the same. Anyone can relate to some of these feelings in some way, so this book can connect with a bunch of people.

What a wonderful surprise! I thought the book might be a topical, cutesy, 80-page gift book, but “The Little Book of Big Feelings” is much, much more. Maureen Marzi Wilson has deftly portrayed and explored more than a dozen emotions with her signature quirky-but-relatable thoughts and illustrations. Five stars!

I loved this book! I know so many people who are introverts and I know that they would enjoy this book as much as I did. It is the perfect combination of pictures and wording that make it so easy to read!

I really enjoyed this book. Some parts really hit the nail on the head for how I feel somedays. Being introverted, sometimes it's hard to put these emotions into words but Marzi does this quite well. I think this would also be good for teenagers and maybe even tweens to see that they aren't alone and others feel like them,

Enjoyable and quick read!

I loved this! The doodles are cute, it fits perfectly with the quarter life crisis times but can be relevant to people of all ages!

I would even use part of this in primary school to help encourage emotional expression and understanding their feelings.

I’d love a physical copy to keep going back to.

A great book of funny comics and deeper insights to help with conversations about handling emotions and allowing yourself to be human! Fitting for children or adults alike. It feels like a portable therapy session but with plenty of jokes.

Oh I loved this book!

The illustrations are so appealing as they are colourful and simple, yet convey exactly what the illustrator wants the reader to see. I hate when a page has so much on it that you almost don't know where to look. This graphic novel avoids that feeling of too much information yet manages to show a lot.

It is nicely organised with an emotion, followed by an explanation of that emotion and then pages of examples as to how it applies in real life. The examples are obviously personal to the author but they are so familiar to me that I know that many others will relate and smile as they say 'ahhhhh I feel that way too' or 'I have experienced that!'

I have already ordered a copy for my school library as the pupils will love it.

I am delighted to have received an advanced copy of this courtesy of Netgalley and the publisher.

Whew this was a great little book! In cute, colorful cartoons, Marzi Wilson takes us through all the emotions (curious, annoyed, embarrassed, loved, overwhelmed, anticipation, misunderstood, joyful, scared, empathy, angry, grateful, peaceful, sad, confident, and hopeful) and shows us that all of these emotions are not only valid, but that everyone is experiencing them and we should let ourselves fully experience them too! So many of the cartoons I related to hard, and many were just brilliant with the way she looks at things (the one comparing types of water to types of anger was so genius!) I laughed, I felt all the feels, I emoted just by reading her comics. Best of all it's always great to know we're not alone in feeling all the things.

Hi everyone!
This is a very city collection of comics about emotions and how to deal with them.
The illustrations are adorable and relatable, but they contain important messages as well. The author shows us that all emotions are valid and we shouldn’t be afraid to fully experience them.

In The Little Book of Big Feelings, author and illustrator Marzi Wilson offers a revealing look at the thoughts and motivations behind her feelings. Introverts will appreciate the insight Wilson provides, as sometimes the depth of such feelings can be articulate to non-introverts. With humour, Wilson shows that it's okay to embrace all of our feelings, even the so-called negative ones.

*I received an electronic ARC of this book from Adams Media through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*

In the words of the author herself “I like to live in my head because it’s awesome in here”. If I had to write one thing that I took away from this little book is that it is absolutely okay to not be an extrovert and to feel all the feelings that come at you (oh, that’s actually two things). The “Introvert Doodles” author invites us through her comics to be who we are, and feel what we feel, without shame. And she does it in a witty, fun, and adorable way. The vivid illustrations are entertaining and attention catching in every single panel. And even if, like me, you are not a total introvert, you will find yourself agreeing with some of the comics in the book. I think that part of these comics’ magic is that they normalize not being a social person, which is much needed in our society. Not everyone handles constant interaction in the same way and that’s okay and doesn’t necessarily need to be changed. What I liked best about the book is how it manages to get its point across with a positive outlook on life. So, if you enjoy short, fun, color-filled comics, this book is for you, but if in addition to that, you identify as an introvert (or something of sorts) please go and read it now.