In Love & Pajamas

A Collection of Comics about Being Yourself Together

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Pub Date 02 Feb 2021 | Archive Date 02 Feb 2021

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From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Snug and the bestselling Little Moments of Love comes an all-new collection, In Love & Pajamas by Catana Chetwynd of Catana Comics!  The book includes 2 pages of stickers in the back!

When you've reached that sweatpants-wearing cozy place in your relationship, it's all In Love & Pajamas! This brand-new collection of Catana Comics presents 50 percent never-before-seen comics and some fan favorites that delight and amuse readers of all ages. Wholesome, sweet, feel-good humor, a perfect gift for your other half and a welcome add-on to any wedding, anniversary, or Valentine's Day gift.
From the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Snug and the bestselling Little Moments of Love comes an all-new collection, In Love & Pajamas by Catana Chetwynd of Catana Comics! The book...

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I received an early copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

I loved this! I have seen her comics online but never actually read one of her books. So cute and captures the true moments in relationships!!

My rating scale:
5☆ - I loved this book and it brought out true emotion in me (laughter, anger, a good cry, etc)
4☆ - I loved this book.
3☆ - I liked this book.
2☆ - I didn't really care for this book.
1☆ - I did not like this book at all and probably did not finish it.

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Another wonderful slice-of-life collection by Catana Chetwynd. I have been a fan of her comics for a few years now and own the first two books. I was so excited to get an early copy of this book.

If you have been following Catana Comics on social media then you have seen a few of these comics but a good chunk were new. These were all adorable and pretty relatable. Me and my husband are both antisocial homebodies so I really relate to a lot of her and John’s adventures.

This collection was so wholesome, sweet, and perfect! I can always rely on this comic to make me smile, especially on a bad day.

<b>*ARC provided by Netgalley for an honest review.*</b>

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*Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an early copy of this book for review, all opinions are me own*

I love her comics I send to my boyfriend all the time, so reading this was just a quick and lovely experience.
I loved it and highly recommend for you to get your hands on it when it comes out!

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Thank you for the ARC NetGalley! What an adorable set of comics! I laughed our loud multiple times, shared many of them with my love and pondered how the author knew our life. Super sweet read for anyone who wants a lovely take on committed life.

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This delight of a comic book rings true to all homebound lovebirds.

My favorite thing about In Love & Pajamas is the fact that it's perfectly adjusted to current times when so many of us are in lockdown. This brilliant comic book shows the charm of being in love in the coziness of your home, without glorifying any romantic destinations.

If you're in love, this is the ultimate comfort read. You will want to take pictures of each page to send to your partner with urgent "so us!!" messages. Even though I'm currently going through a rough patch on this personal front, I was still craving the feeling of knowing and loving someone - and Catana was able to accomplish just that.

I imagine this book would make for a really cute present for your partner with short, personal hand-written notes on each page. What a treat!

*Thank you to the Publisher for a free advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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I was approved for this approximately 10 minutes ago and have laughed my way through the whole thing.

I genuinely think the author may have cameras in my house, its rather spooky how spot on a representation of my life this was! Immediately added to my books I need a physical copy of list!

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In Love & Pajamas by Catana Chetwynd is my introduction to the popular cartoonist, and I can certainly see the appeal of her wholesome and relatable relationship comics. Although I don't fall neatly into the author's target demographic, I can definitely appreciate the relevance of sharing life's intimate moments with the one you love, particularly during these challenging times.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the opportunity to read this ARC.

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I have been following Catana for quite some time on Instagram already. I absolutely adore her comics, which I always find so relatable. This third collection of comics isn’t an exception. I had a smile on my lips for the whole time and even laughed out loud a few times. It’s one of those books that just makes you happy and feel-good. I don’t have much to say about this little one, no critics just compliments. The art is really cute and the characters, especially if you’re in a relationship I think, are so relatable. You read some of the story and you’re like “oh, I’m not the only one, good.” :D
I 100% recommend this book, as well as her previous ones obviously.
5/5

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Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an electronic copy to read and review.

Adorable! Everything about this book is simply quaint and adorable. The little comics perfectly depict domestic partnerships and love. They were very relatable and I often found myself thinking - "hey, that's us" while reading.

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It was very cute and adorable. And many of the moments are very relatable for couples. It was fun and enjoyable. Loved it! Highly recommend if you are looking for some heart warming, feel good and quick dose of entertainment.

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Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this book in exchange for an honest review.
I always look forward to reading books by this author. The comics are so adorable and relatable to my own marriage. This book would be a perfect Valentine's day gift.

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Thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the digital review copy of this adorable comics’ collection.

I have a migraine. It’s 80 degrees out. I want Popeye’s. All of these things are getting me down at work, but you know what helped make it better? This book. I love Catana’s art style; it’s so cute! Her relatable tales of her relationship made me smile, and I found myself saying, “Same” more than once, even though I’m eternally single (by choice).

It’s out in February, so if you’re a fan of her daily posts on her website, or the art on her Instagram, definitely add this collection to your TBR. I know I’ll be revisiting it again soon when my head hurts a little less and I can enjoy it even more.

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If you've ever been on Facebook, you've probably seen Catana Comics shared by your friends. They are insights into everyday life in a relationship and the silly things we do when our partners are (and aren't) looking. This collection focuses on acceptance and love for your spouse's quirky traits, which make you love them even more.

The collection of comics are relatable, especially if you're a woman married to a tall man like I am! You will see yourself and your relationship reflected in these short passages.

My only complaint is minor and will probably be fixed by publication. Because this book was a galley copy, the images weren't cleaned up to the usual crisp standard of a black & white comic book.

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I have been seeing these comics all over the internet for a while now, but this is the first time I've seen them in a book form. And what a way to spend an afternoon. I loved it!
The way she shows all the quirks and truths of "grown up" life is amazing, and all in 3 to 4 images, Their relationship is so adorable!
Relationship goals all the way.
I have nothing more to say. Go out and buy this thing!

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Omg I love love in all it’s realness and this comic captures ‘the comfortable with each other stage’ and I totally adore it.
Can more us have a Catana- John type of relationship. It’s so sweet and real.
I literally have no bad thing to say about this book, nothing. nada. 没有. Said it in 3 different ways.

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English/ Spanish
As adorable and funny as the author is used to.
It is impossible for people who have had a partner (and even those who have not) not see themselves reflected in any of these pages.
light and fun to laugh alone or as a couple, it is a series of vignettes where the daily life of a couple is shown, and I am not talking about this "perfect" version, NO, the real one, the rare but funny reality. I really liked it.
Thanks to #NetGalley for the #InLovePajamas e-ARC.

Español
Tan adorable y gracioso como ya nos tiene acostumbrados la autora.
Es imposible para las personas que hayan tenido una pareja ( e incluso las que no) no verse reflejado en alguna de estas paginas.
ligero y divertido para reírte solo o en pareja, es una serie de viñetas donde se muestra el dia a dia de una pareja, y no hablo de esta version " perfecta", NO, la real, la rara pero divertida realidad. Me gusto muchisimo.
Gracias a #NetGalley por el e-ARC de #InLovePajamas.

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Full Disclosure: I both read the comic and am now writing this review whilst wearing fuzzy pajama pants. If I could give this book 10 stars, I would.

My thoughts about "In Love & Pajamas" :

THIS IS TOO ADORABLE!!! I definitely saw myself and my husband in a few of these pages. Seeing those moments on the pages gave me ALL THE FEELS!!! A few times as I was reading it, I ran over to my husband and said "LOOK!!!!" He smiled too.

I actually laughed out loud several times... like when...

- She gets the popcorn in his mouth
- He could tell she was driving his car
- He was freezing as he slept

This is such a relatable comic and a clear reflection of a wonderful, loving relationship. This would be an excellent gift for your partner for Valentine's Day, Anniversary, Birthday, or really a just because you want to make them smile. Perfect for millennial couples. Loved it.

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for an eARC in exchange for honest review.

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SO WORTH IT!!!!!


I find the cover quite different from the previous collections and it's quite refreshing!

Who doesn't love pick with all that lovely content?!

I do for sure!

This couple shows that it's okay to accept how perfect and imperfect your partner is. There's nothing like perfect or imperfect actually!

I love the tiny looking characters! They are cute and smol like always been! But I can also relate with the small hand thing and him asking her that silly question about it made me laugh like nuts 😂🤣

What might seem crazy to others work normal well for some. If you need endless examples, just pick up this book!

They are super cute, super adorable, super clingy (love it as opposed to in real life!), super romantic (not the super cheesy rom-com kind), super funny (not for the ones who will oppose to anything and everything). Well, like always, her comics never disappoint me. Well, it's genuine and that's exactly why it always works!


Thank you, the author and the publisher for this precious ARC! It means a lot to me!🖤

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I would like to thank netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

Adorable as always <3

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Such cute little pictures, I thought this was adorable and very apt to couples! Made me giggle in places too.

Thank you NetGalley for my complimentary copy in return for my honest review.

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This book of comics is hilarious, adorable and 100% relatable. I loved every single page!

Thank you to the publisher for providing me with a copy of this E-book to review via Netgalley.

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Catana Chetwynd’s art is lovely to see (I also recommend Snug). These are charming illustrations that share slices of life. Beautiful work!

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My single self felt lonely AF upon finishing this. IT IS SERIOUSLY SO ADORABLEEEEE AND CUTEEEE.
When I saw that this book was available to read now, I didn't hesitate. I knew that I was going to love it from the start. If I'm not mistaken, I've also read another book by the author many months ago.

I love love love this and it was my 90th read of the year. ;') 10 more till I reach 100.
Thank you, Netgalley and Andrew McMeel for the eArc.

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I purchased a copy of Little Moments of Love when it came out. This one is just as cute. I feel like the author has started to run out of the more generic couple material and so this book is more specific to her relationship, but I like that.

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It is a comic that deals with situations that happen when you live as a couple.
Between laughter and laughter, it shows us the day to day and the love between both protagonists.
There are comparisons between before and after living together. (I have identified myself several times). Not only that, but scenes in which they compare the personalities of both (for example, she forgets everything and he remembers even the smallest detail). Also, in relation to the title, it shows that one is not always formally dressed but lives in pajamas ❤
I think it is an excellent comic to enjoy as a couple and have fun remembering how the relationship began and how far it has come.

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Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange of an honest review.

Just crazy cute. That was a nice book to read. I have heard about Catana Chetwynd and I really wanted to discover her arts and comics. This book was a good opportunity and a great discovery that I have enjoyed.
It was funny and so lovely. The book's simple art style made it much more enjoyable, clear and easy to read and you don't realize how short it is until you're at the end of the book and asking for more.
This books just makes you happy and in love with this couple. I want to read Catana's other books now because like this one it makes you feel good.

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I got gifted Little Moments of Love and then gifted Snug to my partner so I was really excited to read this one! Almost all Catana's Comics are equally relevant and sometimes it feels like they're being made about ourselves rather than them! I loved this collection and related to the working-from-home comics as well. I love that she manages to write about the sad and bad parts in such a way that it's still a nice comic as well. The comforting ones always get to me and I'll purchase this next novel physically as soon as it's available!

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If you’re in a happy long term romantic relationship these comics are super adorable! Didn’t take long to read through the volume but I did have a smile on my face while I was reading. You don’t need to have read anything else by her to get these strips, this volume stands on its own merits nicely.

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My gosh, this was cuteness overload! I loved every.single.page of it!

I didn’t know about Catana before, so this was my first time experiencing her illustrations. I loved her panels, they were sharp and clean. And I loved the artwork, they were again very sharp and clean.

It was also a pleasant surprise to know that she wrote the comic strips based on her real relationship with John. How sweet is that?!

While the world is bombarded with negativity, and lots of humours have turned dark and snarky, this book is a breath of fresh air. Can’t wait to get my hand on the printed hardcopy when it’s out later!

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A beautiful book about the happy little things in all relationships.

I absolutely loved it - and recognized many of my favorite memories of my love in many of the stories.

I highly, highly recommend this book! Many thanks to NetGalley and the author for allowing me to enjoy this wonderful read!

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This was such a cute collection of comics! Catana combines the realities of being in a relationship with her simplistic art style to create heartwarming and often LOL panels. I could definitely see this as the kind of book that couples might go through to point out the things they’ve also done. Although it’s a book about couples, I firmly believe single people would enjoy it as well.

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I love Chetwynd's work, and this was as good as ever. It's all so sweet and cute, and it's funny too. (And hell, it reminded me so much of my partner and I that we read it together...even he was cracking up at every other page.)

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Catana is the best! Her book are always a lot of fun and I always find myself to relate to her situation a lot! The perfect feel good coffee table book! I highly recommend it!

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I follow Chetwynd on Instagram so when I heard she had a book coming out of these comics I knew I had to read it. Super cute and funny. A fun look at her relationship. A cute look at how some relationships for introverts are.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC!

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Incredibly relatable and sweet. I love these comics and I felt like this is exactly my husband and I. I always have a great time reading these.

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5/5 stars

Thank you to Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for providing me with an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review!

In Love & Pajamas is the latest comic book instalment from Catana Comics, who is popular online for comics featuring herself and her fiancé John. This collection is all about the cozy and comfortable stage of a relationship of being in love, in pajamas, or both!

I first discovered Chetwynd’s comics on Instagram and thought they were funny, cute, and relatable. In Love & Pajamas doesn’t disappoint. Chetwynd is excellent at drawing the humour out of the small things like making your partner a cup of coffee to the big things like future life plans together. My favourite comics from this collection were the ones featuring their dog. I definitely recommend checking this out if you’re looking for some wholesome and cute content!

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I absolutely loved this comic! I have been following Catana Comics on Instagram for quite some time and always share her comics with family and friends as they are so relatable. This book is adorable and funny and reminds me so much of my husband and I. I laughed out loud so many times my husband finally asked what I was reading AND then proceeded to read it himself.

I would absolutely recommend this comic and will be buying a few as gifts. It was a light, sweet and fun read that is perfect when you need a pick-me-up.

I want to thank NetGalley, the author and publisher for the e-ARC of this comic. Opinions expressed in this review are honest, my own and left voluntarily.

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For those of you not familiar with this author she illustrates a comic called Catana Comics, where she details the life of herself and her fiancé John. These are very wholesome, sweet, lovey-dovey comics. If you just need a break from our crazy world then look at these comics for a nice warm hug. Two of my favorite comics were when she moves John in front of her so that he’s blocking the sun (to give her shade-I’ve hidden behind my husband before), and the one where he asked if she drove his car earlier and you show the seat 5 inches from the steering wheel (I have short legs too and the car looks totally different when I drive versus my husband).
Read this book for your daily dose of cute.

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Sugar Overload! This is SO sweet! The antics of this lovely, introverted couple are super relatable and totally adorable. Anything by Catana Chetwynd is a must read for me!

I received a digital ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

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I've been a fan of this illustrator for some time now and loved their previous books, Anyone looking for a comfort, cosy, heartwarming read should pick this up! A very sweet gift to give your partner or just a nice uplifting read for yourself.

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In Love & Pajamas is a collections of short cute comics by the one and only Catana.
I really like her comics and this compilation was as expected - fun and relatable. I found myself nudging my partner throughout the book, saying "is that us?". The relationship portrayed is healthy and, as the saying goes, screams "relationship goals".
All in all, short, fun and cute. I definitely recommend it.

*Thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me with an ARC of this title in exchange for an honest review.*

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I just finished reading In Love & Pajamas this morning. A quick and cute read. I enjoyed the first book by Chetwynd, Little Moments of Love, and more enjoyed her later one.

It’s a collection of funny and adorable moments encountered in a relationship. I can found myself in the happiest little moments, making me more in love with this book. Besides, this book brings us to learn that it's okay not to be perfect, and it's more than okay to do silly things in front of your partner 😂

I absolutely loved it and highly recommend this book to all, especially for those who’re married. For those who’re single, you can read as well, but please don’t feel lonely after reading this book. Sending ❤️ to all of you 😘

Thank you, Netgalley, and the publisher for the eARC.

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These comics are absolutely adorable and proof that once you find your person, you can be your completely ridiculous silly self, and they will love you for it. You just have to find them. There are also no stereotypical gender roles in these comics, which is really nice. Both the husband and wife can be serious and silly, rational and irrational, and sometimes both and neither. It's art like this that makes you believe there truly is someone for everyone out there.

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This is so cute and fluffy! I loved how real and funny the contents of these comics are. The illustrations are very cute and nice to look at, and every entry in this book made me smile throughout. I would definitely want to read more from this author.

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In Love & Pyjamas is yet another very short read about a love relationship that makes you feel heartwarming. There is honestly nothing I love more than pyjamas and to pair it up with love is just the cherry on top. This book is adorable and just as cute as the previous book I've read by the author. It makes me feel so single and crave for this kind of relationship in the future. To love, be weird and so comfortable with your significant other that you just know whenever the other needs something. I'm so glad that I picked this up because it makes my heart flutter, I could even relate to some of what the they face and hope to find love just like this one.

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This is a lovely slice of life comics. I adore Catana Chetwynd's works. The drawings are really cute and her relationship and how she told them are lovely.

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Another lovely comic collection by Catana Chetwynd!
This adorable book contains one-page comics inspired by the author's own relationship. This volume has a very nice message: it's so beautiful to be yourself with the person that you love and that accepts you for who you truly are.
This book would definitely make a lovely gift!

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These types of graphic novels are definitely my favourite ones. So many small different comics that remind your of funny everyday occurences. The relatability of it is what makes it so great.

My favourite ones are the comics involving the dog. They hit home so hard for me, it's impossible not to laugh out loud when reading them. I saved a few to show my boyfriend later so we can laugh a little more together.

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This is such a cute collection of mini-comics! You've probably seen some by Catana around on social media - I know I have - and I've always found them enjoyable.

These are extremely relatable - highlighting the little moments, both "perfect" and "imperfect" of the relationship - make you wish you had a doggo, and guaranteed to bring a smile to your face at least once. I'm totally trying the backrub one out tonight - let's see if it works!

<b><i>Thank you Netgalley for the free copy in exchange for an honest review</i></b>

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In her third collection of "Catana Comics", Chetwynd continues to celebrate the small, everyday moments of a healthy, loving relationship. Whether that is staying in bed a few minutes longer, or deciding that 2 AM is really the best time to clean the entire house, or bringing a very full glass of wine to your partner after they had a bad day, Catana and John are there for each other. It's the love in small gestures, the ones that are private and personal and--yes--most likely happen in comfy pajamas. The cups of coffee and the binge-watching sessions, when deciding that pizza is better than cooking and the favorite photos aren't the staged ones.

Chetwynd's comics define "couple goals" in the coziest, romantic, domestic way possible. With every page loaded with an overload of warm fuzzies, this collection is a perfect gift for a partner, newlyweds, or for yourself!

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I've always seen these comics on the internet but never realized it was in a comic book form! This was super cute and relatable. Thanks so much to Netgalley and to the publisher for the advanced e-copy of this book!

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Love love love this comic book. As a newly wed, it definitely describes us. Well 80% of it. But to see it is comic form is so heart warming. It is the best book to browse through (after you have read it) when things are not good between you and your partner . Thumbs up to the author and illustrator!!

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This was a really cute collection of comics! All of them center around the same two characters, a husband and wife. Some are funny, all are adorable! I really loved reading through this collection. I know I have seen these around before, but having them in a collection was really fun.

I was given an advanced reader's copy via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own

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I absolutely adore Catana's comic book collections. I've been following her on social media and reading her books, and they're adorable and totally relatable. I'm in a relationship myself and everytime I read her comic book collections I can inmediatly relate to what she is drawing/sharing. Plus the artstyle is the cutest thing ever!

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I love the comics by Catana and this was no exception. Her comics always make me smile and laugh, and the relationship she depicts is heartwarming. I’d recommend this to anyone who needs a reason to smile.

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In Love & Pajamas by Catana Chetwynd is a romance and humor comic novel which focuses on a couple - Catana and John and their sweet and wholesome feel good moments.

I randomly requested this book on NetGalley and I am so glad I get to read this. This is the book you read when you are having a bad day and you want to turn that into a good one. The is just adorable and perfect.

All the comic strips in this book are going to instantly make you feel happy and bring a smile on your face. Maybe some of you are going to easily able to relate some of the instances in this book too.

The drawings are super cute and expressions catched in each drawing is on point. I want everyone to please pick this feel good and super cute yet short comic novel which you would want to read over and over again.

I am sure we have all come across Catana comics shared on social media platforms like facebook and Instagram, but reading this book at a stretch makes my heart melt and fall in love all over again.
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Thank You to NetGalley and Publisher for providing me with the eARC in exchange for a honest opinion.

Release Date: 2nd February, 2021.

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Why do I love these comics so much?! Because I see myself in 99% of them.
They are so so damn cute.
I even gifted my partner the calendar for Christmas last year and he loves them as well. We always have a laugh the first thing in the morning.

I highly recommend them to anyone in a relationship, super funny and cute! So relatable!

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Okay, sometimes life can be very simple... I see a new Catana book, I want it.

Little Memories of Love are probably still my favourite by Catana. And Snug probably comes a close second.

However, I still loved this one. And I'm going to tell you why. These times are stressful for most of us and I just loved curling up with this book and enjoying it for an hour. A cup of tea and sitting in my favourite armchair and for a moment I was just lost in this book.

So, thank you for bringing us this little book, it's all I needed.

I have to say that while I follow Catana, lately her posts were not showing up on my feed and therefore I can say that I did not see the majority of these comics, therefore, it all felt like new content to me. Which made it more fun.

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This was such a cute graphic novel about a couple going on their everyday lives. It reminded me a lot of Soppy by Philippa Rice, which I really enjoyed. It is fun and light-hearted and it portrays what a happy healthy relationship should look like. The events that the author depicts are very relatable; I definitely saw myself represented several times.
The art style was not my favourite, but I have to admit it was pretty good and adorable. Also, a very fast read, I read the entirety of it on one sitting.

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For those of us who love to spend our times reading comics or even those of us who would like a bit of of Fluff in our lives, I would 10/10 recommend reading "In Love & Pajamas" by Catana Chetwynd. I would categorize the shorts as Slice of Life which makes this relatable to not only romantic couples, but could even be considered #BestFriendGoals!

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Thank you NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me with a temporary e-arc.

I am a huge fan of Catana's previous release, 'Snug'. But this collection was simply something more. Something more beautiful, soft, funny and adorable. The moment I started this cute quick read, I instantly forgot about everything else and savoured every single one of the comic.

The general idea behind this collection is about loving each other's quirks and simple things in a relationship and Catana captures each one of them in a way that ends up putting a smile on your face. Being an eternal romantic, lots of books on love and relationships makes me feel single AF but this collection made me dream of a day when this would all happen to me (ah, a girl can dream) in the calmest way possible and that says a lot of things about this collection!

As as I have mentioned earlier in my review on Snug, Catana is someone whose works I will always be picking up!

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Like all of Catana's comics, this collection was funny, uplifting, realistic, and the perfect pick me up during this pandemic.

Catana's comics are drawn simply but with SO much love and attention to detail.

I recommend this book to everyone, both fans of Catana Comics and those who have never heard of them before!

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*Previous posted on Goodreads. Link below*

So recently I finally got around to making a Netgalley account and I noticed the artwork on the cover of this comic immediately. Who doesn't know the iconic art of Cat and John and all of their fun and mundane experiences of a relationship?

I was so thankful it was in the "Read now" of Netgalley and I could dive into it straight away. I got my hands on this in the very first hour of making my Netgalley account and I opened it straight away and read it in one sitting without even meaning to. I only wanted to have a peek at it before settling into it another time but before I knew it, it was an hour later and I was finished.

Needless to day I loved this comic. It just brought out so many happy and sappy emotions. I resonated so much with it and I thought the artwork was so fun. My face hurt by the end as a result of smiling so much.

I highly recommend anyone pick up this fun read. It's definitely a pick me up kind of read and I'm sure it'll put you in a great mood like it did for me.

My Rating Scale.
5☆ - I really loved this book and it brought out true emotion in me and I would highly recommend.
4☆ - I loved this book, it is worth the read and recommendable.
3☆ - I liked this book, I am glad I read it.
2☆ - I didn't really care for this book, wasn't the biggest fan.
1☆ - I did not like this book at all and probably did not finish it.

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4 stars! Super cute! If you are familiar with the comics you will absolutely love this book. They are all so cute and so relatable!

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I really love Catana's comics. They just never seem to get old, and In Love & Pajamas was no exception. This was yet another precious, hilarious, relatable collection of comics about relationships, with this one specially focusing on what it's like to be with your best friend and to be so comfortable with your significant other that nothing you do is "weird" anymore. Having been with my own spouse for so long and being so comfortable with them, I always feel like I see pieces of us in the goofy depictions of Catana and John, so needless to say, I really enjoyed this collection. ♥

Thank you so much to the publisher for providing me with this review copy in exchange for an honest review!

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Due out just in time for Valentine’s Day, 2021, Catana Chetwynd’s newest collection of comics IN LOVE & PAJAMAS is another testament to millennial love. Absolutely adore this series.

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I had no idea that Catana Chetwynd was releasing another collection of her comics, but as soon as I saw it I had to give it a read. Her comics are so relatable and easy to identify with, especially when you're able to see your own relationship in her vignettes and snapshots of her relationship. If you've seen her comics on the internet, then you will recognize her style. She perfectly captures situations that can be both common and rare, but equally special, in a great relationship. This one definitely ends up being a great companion to her other collections.

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I've loved Catana comics since forever. And this book is no different. Is so funny and real. And makes me wish I had a partner right now.

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To begin, I have not read any of Chetwynd's work so I had no idea what to expect when I read this.

One thing is for sure, and that is how much I enjoyed reading this one. The drawings were filled with life and clearly captures the romance and in-betweens. I was literally grinning for the most part of the comic. It is easy to read and does not drag on scenarios. Both the characters are lovable and easy to relate to.

This one is definitely a 5/5. Looking forward to reading more of Chetwynd's works.

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Thanks to Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for giving me the chance to read and review, "In Love & Pajamas" by Catana Chetwynd. I had previously read "Snug" and I loved it so much, I knew I had to request this graphic novel as well. This book is so relatable! I have been with my now husband for 6 years and this really hits what a long term relationship is like right on the head! It was so cute and so funny, I laughed out loud a few times. These comics give me so much joy., it is hard not smile the whole time while reading them.

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This is a nice feel good comic to curl up to. Basically it is Catana describing the cute moments in a relationship/her relationship like fighting with your partner when they eat all your food, curling up with him after a scary movie, joking with him, etc. I believe this book is a nice distraction from everything that is going around right now. I actually did not know the author and this was my first comic from her but this is making me want to go out there and read some more from her. Totally recommend!

Disclaimer: I received this book as an advanced copy but all opinions are my own

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**ARC provided through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.**

I have seen Catana Chetwynd's comics around Instagram and they always made me so happy. This comic did not disappoint at all. From the initial introduction to the author's page, it was a thoroughly adorable book I plan on recommending to others. It somehow managed to stay clean, pull at your heartstrings, and being so thoroughly romantic without going overboard.

If you love adorable comics about real life and love, you will absolutely devour this collection!
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This collection is the cutest thing ever.

I've loved Catana's comics for a long time. And reading this collection was the best opportunity.

I would recommend it to all people in dire need of something wholesome and cute.

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This review is being published before the release date (February 2nd, 2020)



Oh, this was just the sweetest and filled my heart with so much warmth! Times are really hectic and hard right now, and I’m not going to lie, I’ve been looking for things that keep me happy and make me laugh. This is the first book I ever read by Catana and I’m so pleasantly surprised! My heart is bursting with warmth, love, and just bright sparkles of joy. And this book reminds me of my own marriage to my spouse. They whole time I was reading this I couldn’t stop saying, “It’s us!” It’s such a sweet book, truly!

This book is a collection of comics that shows it’s okay to accept how perfect and imperfect your partner really is. What may seem odd or ridiculous to others, may work for other couples and this collection is the perfect example of this. With characters that are clingy, funny, and in their own unique way of charming, many readers will find themselves connected to this adorable couple.

I can’t remember the last time a book made me laugh out loud (so dang much), swoon, and get so soft and sappy that I went to look back through all the photos I have of my spouse and I. Even the little things in the collection reminds me of the little things that happen in our every day especially the parts where our female character is short and asking for help. That’s literally us, every single day! Or the parts with the naps, we’re always together for those. It’s just the little things and this book filled my heart with all the feels. I really loved it.

Overall, this is a fantastic book that you should pick up (even though it doesn’t come out till 2021)! This is such a relatable book and I can’t think of a better present to give to your partner for Valentine’s Day or an anniversary. Also, it’s a really quick read and perfect for readathons and any reading goals you’re hoping to accomplish. I can honestly say, I’m eager to pick up more work from this author and I can’t wait to see what’s waiting around the corner for us!

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Catana has done it to my heart for 3rd time! These extreme awe-inducing comics never fail to make my feel so ridiculously single and lonely, but also so happy I could cry. Catana makes you want to set out on a journey to find your very own John, and I hope she never stops making these installments!

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5 stars and more ,The author, Catana, summarized the book as Wholesome, sweet, feel-good humor! and I just couldn't agree more. with her. This is one of the book to read and share with your loved one and am sure that you'll be able to find your own story among the so many shared by the author.
Simple and clean illustration, this book tops among my favorite books for the simplicity, for the cuteness overload and not least the beautiful romance among the two characters,
Highly recommended

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hi everyone!
This book is the cutest thing ever!
It's a short collection of comics of everyday 'couple life' showing the cute romantic (but realistic) moments. and I mean:
- asking the other one to see a movie you just watched to talk about it
- doing things that the other loves
- procrastinating on going out just to stay in bed together
- texting each other from different rooms
- and many other sweet and funny things
It's very relatable, in fact it isn't about the grand gestures and other typical rom-com things, it's about the every-day life in the comfortable and loving stage of a relationship and about embracing every quality and little quirks about them.
I really liked reading it and I found myself in almost every page.
I think this could be a perfect Valentine's Day gift for you other half, just to show how much you appreciate every single moment you spend with them :).

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How completely adorable!
A wonderful collection of comics reflecting the joys of being in a relationship where you can be yourself wholly. Bound to make you grin from ear to ear!


Thank you NetGalley for the e-arc to read and review honestly.

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Catana does it again! Her comics do a fantastic job detailing what everyday life is like in a long-term relationship. I find myself laughing and agreeing with almost every page. I own all of her previous books, and I will most definitely be buying this book for my husband as well.

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Note: I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All of the opinions are my own and this did not affect my review in any way.

4.5 stars

Ever since I read Snug I have been obsessed with the author and her work, so when I got the opportunity to read and review her latest work I knew I had to take it.

In love & Pajamas is a comic that details what is like to be in love with your best friend and how relationships work when you are truly comfortable with one another.

In reality there isn’t anything truly outstanding about this book, it is just a comic about love, dating you best friend and what it is like to be in a loving relationship. Don’t go into this comic expecting some kind of plot or order, you won’t find any. What you will find though is an adorable collection of comic strips that are able to capture what it is like to be in love in just a few pages.

The best part for me about this comic is that it is extremely relatable. I could picture my boyfriend and I in all of these scenarios and I even texted some pictures to him just because of how relatable they were.

I recommend this comic if you are looking for a past, quick, pick me up that will make you smile all the way through. This is the definition of a feel good book because even though the comic is about the author and her partner you are able to connect and relate which makes it an adorable read.

This comic won’t take you more than 1 hour to read so I truly recommend for you to pick it up and give it a go, it’s totally worth it and the art style is amazing.

Thanks so much to the author, publisher and Netgalley for allowing me read and review this book.

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This was SUCH a fun read. I love Catana Comics so much. Her comics always remind me of my boyfriend and I. We read this one together and kept laughing out loud as we read, often remarking, "Oh my gosh it's US!"

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5 stars!! I adore Catana Comics and was so happy to get an early copy of this to review! I've been following the artist on Instagram for years and have always loved these cute little cartoons. They're so happy and relatable.

This book features comics that have been put out before and never before seen ones. I loved seeing some of my favourites in this collection along with new ones. John and Catana are the most adorable couple and everything the comics depict is just every day life. Catana Comics show the little moments in a relationship that make it so special and will make you smile. If you're looking for a heartwarming and feel good book this is it.

I highly recommend this, it 's a cute and quick read for all ages. I think anyone could enjoy this collection of comics!

Thank you to Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review. As always, all opinions are my own.

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So sweet! So cute! Each page is a self-contained comic from one to eight panels offering an adorable glimpse into the intimacies and weirdness of one couple. The style is warm and comforting and is just the thing for Valentine’s Day.

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This is absolutely adorable. I love Catana Comics and every books is somehow even better than the one before.

Catana and John embody the fun, loving, nice couple vibe and it's so easy to see your own relationship in their daily shenanigans - whether you're the Catana or the John in your relationship (I'm totally the John).

This book will make the perfect Valentine's Day gift - or even a just because gift - for your better half. Catana would probably suggest you gift some cookies or chocolates as well.

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As always, Catana's comics are adorable. Love her books, and this one is no exception. If you're looking for a cute escape, definitely pick up In Love and Pajamas!

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To be honest, This the first ever graphic novel that I read and I love it so much! It's comforting to know that someone is experiencing the same experiences you do. I've been following Catana Comics on Instagram for so long so when I got the chance to read her graphic novel in NetGalley I got really excited. It is such a fun read! Would totally recommend!

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Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for making this book available to read!

My partner and I thoroughly enjoy Catana Comics. We laugh hard! This book is probably my favorite out of the series, though I tend to say that after every Catana comic! This one just hit home.

More, please!!

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Thanks to the publisher for giving me a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

I adored this. I related to so many scenarios in this comic it was so fun to read. I absolutely think this isn't a book for anyone but it was definitely a book for me. I read this in about 30 minutes so you literally fly through the comic as you go.

It's a super fun comic about adult life and what comes with a relationship. It's told in a very fun way and it's definitely not depressing to read about. The comic has a good consistent art style and it shows fun scenarios that many couples could very much relate to. I think it's very good for a general public and I enjoyed it a lot.

I would definitely recommend this comic for people who are interested or are looking for something fun and quick to read.

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I first saw Chetwynd's cartoons on Pinterest. I really enjoyed her worked because they remind me of a sweet friend and her husband. I haven't read any of Chetwynd's other books so this is my first collection of hers. I really enjoyed this book: it was a quick read and a good laugh.

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In Love & Pajamas was so cute and relatable! I connected with this book on some many levels and it reminded me a lot of my relationship with my fiancé. I enjoyed the illustrations and read it all in one sitting. I can't wait to read more comics by Catana Chetwynd!

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I love these comics on Instagram, but seeing them collected in this book was even better. They will make you laugh, say awwww, and give you the warm fuzzies. She does such a great job of conveying day to day relationship life.

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Everyday Moments Made Special
Such a wonderful dose of happiness. A reminder that every moment is a gift especially when you have you soul mate to share it with. Makes me wish she would follow me around and draw my life so I could see the beauty in her simple perspective all the time. A great wake up call to us all during these extraordinary times we are all living through. We are all connected.

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This was SO cute... I was not expecting this level of cuteness. I caught myself smiling multiple times. It’s sweet, relatable, endearing, and warm. Perfect for a cold and rainy day.

I would recommend to anyone in need of a quick and easy mood lifter!

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I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.

In love and pajamas is a beautiful book of comic script pages by the amazing Catana Chetwynd based upon her own relationship with her husband. The comic scripts are cute and funny and so relatable in parts too.
This is s fantastic and heartwarming book ideal for anyone in love.

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Okay, I love these comics. I'd only ever seen a few of them scattered around the internet and had never tracked them down to the source, so I was excited to devour a bunch of them at once!

Sometimes I feel personally called out by some of them, like the one where she says "I love you" to him, but he's wearing headphones, so she keeps repeating, louder and louder, "I <i>said</i> <b>I LOVE YOU!</b>"

In fact, I kept finding comics in the book that I liked so much I had to go see if they were on Instagram so I could show them to my husband.

All in all, a very fun read that I definitely didn't stay up too late reading in bed on my phone... nope, not me! ;)

<i>Note: I received a temporary copy of this book free of charge through NetGalley.</i>

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An adorable and totally relatable set of comics about being in a relationship. All around positive vibes in this one! I only wish it would have lasted a little longer. I will have to read her others!

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for this one!

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5 Stars (I received an e-arc from Net Galley in exchange for an honest review)

This graphic novel/comic book is very basic but throughly enjoyable and a great way to focus on something cute, happy and relatable for introverts. Very simple illustrations showing an adorable relationship and is it just me or does the guy’s beard makes him look like a lemur at first?

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I already saw a lot from this artist all over Twitter and knew I love her work! So it's no surprise that I really enjoyed this too. A cute book for anyone to enjoy. And the art is adorable and relatable!

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Another beautiful compilation of cute art sketches and comics by Catana Chetwynd. I have been following Catana Comics for a while and it always cheers me up whenever I come across any of her comic strips.
What I like the most about this compilation is that it's considered the current scenario and have multiple comics with work from the home theme. It was very refreshing!

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Catana is back and her comics are as adorable as ever!

Thanks to NetGalley, Andrews McMeel Publishing, and Catana Chetwynd for the ARC.

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Yes! Catana Comics is back with another fantastic (and endearing) collection! In Love & Pajamas: A Collection of Comics about Being Yourself Together is an accurate title and description for this entire series, and perfect for this graphic novel.

Catana Comics is one of my favorite comics to check out, as I know each and everyone is guaranteed to make me smile. Catana Chetwynd simply has a way of doing exactly that. All thanks to the hilarious way she portrays herself and her significant other.

Usually by portraying them as two love-struck hermits, more than happy to spend the evening inside just being together. That's something I can relate to, and based on Catana's popularity, I would have to say that I'm not the only one.

In Love & Pajamas is a hilarious collection of little vignettes from their lives. Each story feels light and casual, sticking more day to day moments instead of something more serial. If you haven't seen her work floating around online (and the odds are good that you have), I highly recommend checking her work out.

It really feels like In Love & Pajamas is perfectly timed, for so many reasons. After all, how many of us are currently trapped inside with our loved ones? Well, perhaps trapped is the wrong word, as this collection shows all of the delights that can be found in exactly that.

The comics included within are endearing and painfully cute, and I have no doubt that they will bring a smile to any reader's face. I know it worked for me. I love how relatable the humor is, making it easy for a wide audience to enjoy.

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Catana hits the nail on the head again with this latest comic collection! While I own her previous two books, Little Moments in Love & Snug, and have followed her for several years on IG, this collection didn't feel repetitive at all. Its a refreshing collection bursting with moments of joy, irritation, and just everyday relationship moments. Are you a dog loving, partner obsessed homebody who is always excited for the next meal? If so, and even if not, go out and get this book for some much needed feel goods in 2020.

**I received an ARC copy from NetGally in return for my honest review**

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I’m a big fan of Catana Comics and my boyfriend and I and my friends and I frequently send them to one another to enjoy. This is a good way for people who are fans of the comics to view them all in one place, but if people are looking for lots of new comics they haven’t already seen on Instagram they may be disappointed. I love how relatable these comics are. They truly make you feel and reminisce on sweet memories or give you ideas on ways to make your own relationship more fun.

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In Love & Pajamas is as cozy and lovely as the title. I’ve followed Catana and her stories online previously, but you don’t need any prior knowledge to enjoy this collection! These comics are perfect, bite-sized, and always hilariously relatable. With themes of sweetness and connection throughout, Catana draws specific situations that manage to be both funny and heartwarming. I would highly recommend this! In Love & Pajamas releases on February 2, 2021. Thank you to Catana Chetwynd, Andrews McMeel Publishing, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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Everyday interactions can be the most mundane and ordinary but some can leave an everlasting effect on individuals. In Love & Pajamas is a romantic and enduring walk through the ordinary interactions between couples. Chetwynd beautifully illustrates the everyday actions and encounters that couples can experience. The simplicity of the illustrations makes the content more impactful. Readers will fall in love with the interactions they share and fall in love with the relatable comics.

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This book brought me so much happiness, after being in tears from the ending of a different devastating novel.

This is what I think should be a person's coffee table book. You can open it to any page and find something that will bring a smile to your face or cause you to giggle.
Catana is incredibly relatable and sweet and everyone deserves more of this in their lives.

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LOOOOOOOOOVED IT!!!! Funny and cute. My husband is convinced there are cameras in our house and thats how Catana gets some of her ideas. Its sweet and a bit romantic without being overly smushy. As with all of her other books, even though I've read an ecopy, I'll still go out and buy a hard copy.

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Catana Chetwynd's comics are always the cutest and sweetest. I love her artwork and sense of humour. Her work always connects straight to the heart. This little collection is exactly as the title suggests: life about love and life in pajamas. Almost every comic is "Awww-inducing". Loved it to bits!!!

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In Love & Pajamas by Catana Chetwynd is a wonderful selection of funny, relatable, and personal cartoons and drawings. The drawings are sometimes sweet and always humorous.

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After reading Snug back in January, when I saw the newest Catana comic available on Netgalley, I knew I had to read it! Catana Chetwynd does an incredible job at making her comics a perfect mixture of funny and adorable in a relatable way. I found myself smiling throughout the book and laughing out loud. The comics are endearing and would make the perfect holiday gift for your significant other.

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A heartwarming set of comics following a couple and their daily interactions. A nice easy read that is sure to put a smile on your face and make you chuckle. Very relatable shows of love and affection.

Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for this ARC.

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I just love Catana’s books. So relatable, funny, sweet and touching. I found myself nodding along and laughing out loud to drawings I could relate to. Covid can be a tough time for couples and this is a reminder of how the small things we can do can show the person how much we love them. I am a big fan of doing the sneak attack from behind hugs to my partner and squeezing him in a death hug lol! So happy to see that drawing :)

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I received an early copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

This book is a cute and adorable comic about relationships with beautiful illustrations. I found myself giggling and enjoying each little scene. This book is a snippet of the daily life of couples, things they do, presented very nicely. I loved it and I would highly recommend this to all.

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This book is different from all the other comics because it has an essence of the modern romantic life of couples and their cute habits. According to me it can be a great gift for someone by their partner.
This is a comic with illustrations and modern stories of love. I’d say that there are similar illustrations that are quite widely used these days. Although we can see many of these illustrations by various artists on Instagram they still hold a specific essence to them.
The author did a good job and it might have taken in a lot of effort to draw those, I’d say you can give them a try if you wish to feel the essence of printed modern romantic or couple stories. Although a particular story is no more than a four illustration work, so I hope you will never be bored out of it. Happy reading.

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Catana Chetwynd has once again delivered an adorably relatable graphic novel about being in love with your best friend. This book is an easy read to snuggle up with, or one to read with your partner so that you can point out all the comics that you relate to. These comics are a guarantee to make you smile, and would be a joy to read on a cold February day. I could see this as a perfect gift for a Valentine in your life, as the book is set to be published February 2nd.

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I enjoyed this cute Graphic Novel about the cozy, romantic moments between this couple once they’re comfortable enough around each other to truly be themselves without feeling embarrassed about certain things. This made awkward situations seem funny, and cute moments were made even cuter. The illustrations were simple but beautiful.
I would have liked more colour or just none at all. There were splashes of it here and there, however it was not enough to be consistent. I Also found some of the illustrations to be blurry round the edges, looking more like just a rough draft. As this may just be because this is an Advanced Copy of the book, I do not feel the need to take off any points.

This was an enjoyable read and I would like to try more books by this author/artist. I would definitely recommend and give this book 5 stars.

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"In Love & Pajamas" is Catana Chetwynd's latest comic book that explores the little ways in which couple express their love for each other, often without saying anything at all. Each page tells a little story and gives the reader a beautiful insight in Chetwynd's personal love life as the book is based off of her relationship with her own partner. You can feel the love imbued in every comic strip she draws and each page gave me a burst of endorphins because this little book just made me so happy! It's such a sweet book and anyone, whether in a relationship or not, can take away something from this book. The book is relatable, comical, and to the point. It's the perfect book to give to someone you love. I look forward to reading Chetwynd's other works as well!



Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an e-arc of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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Thanks to Andrews McMeel Publishing for the DRC!

I love, love, love this comic book! It's all so cute and relatable!
The couple is adorable. Even when they're just doing the most simple things together, we can still see their love. The author's intention was to show how amazing it is when you can do silly things and just be yourself wearing pajamas around someone else. Nothing to be ashamed of. I think she nailed it! :)

My favorite comic is the one "working from home", lol.

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Once again, a totally cute book by Catana Chetwynd.
Her cartoons are always so dorky, quirky and totally recognizable. A few times I was able to sigh `Thank God, I´m not the only one that does that silly thing."

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It is lowkey unfair for me- someone who rarely reads comic books and has always been single (coincidence? i think not) to "review" this book, but bear with me.
I've always been a fan of Catana's comics so finding a collection of those was something that made my day.
It's content is totally adorable, hilarious as well as eerily relatable. It had me giggling, aww-ing and mumbling "same" while flipping pages. It is also definitely not just for those in love! The book contains something for every situation- right from having lazy day to being socially awkward.
This particular style of artwork is also something that I totally adore- simple yet fascinating, nothing too complicated and just enough to convey it's message.
I honestly cannot think of anyone who would not like this light-hearted book.
Read it for a good dose of fluff!

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**I received an eARC of this novel via NetGalley. All opinions in this review are my own.**

A short and sweet compilation of romantic moments, heartwarming, and makes me miss my partner while reading it.

If you've been around Instagram you've probably seen a few of Catana Chetwynd's works pass by your explore feed. I've used Catana's short comics as a reminder of the moments I've shared with my beloved.
Catana's art style is very unique and simple, which amps up the cuteness level by infinity. Her comics reflects very real endearing moments we share with our partners.
Reading the graphic novel, I am reminded constantly of the small moments I shared and hope to share in the future with my partner.
Everytime I open a new page you will encounter a short and sweet snippet.
This graphic novel is a quick read and deserves your attention to feel the fuzzy feelings. A great novel you can gift to your loved ones or beloved to remind each other to cherish the small moments.

Personally this graphic novel made me want to see my partner right away. Maybe 2021 will be a good year of reunion and a year that we can cherish the moments we have more closely.

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The content and art are so adorable. You get the sweet, mushy and cute feeling . It is a pretty quick read which leaves a warm feeling in your chest.
Thank you NetGalley and publisher for ARC

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I follow this author/artist on Instagram and I loved this book. It is so cute and perfectly describes how weird my partner and I have gotten during quarantine after all this time together.

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This was beyond adorable. Her comics always have a hilarious way of depicting everyday life, and I once again laughed my way through this latest collection. Her art style is simple and cute, and suits the theme of the comics perfectly. Loved!

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If you're looking for a feel-good comic - this is the comic for you. I just read the entire thing in one sitting, while wearing my pajamas and wishing I was in love. The art style is adorable and the stories were funny and relatable. This is the perfect book to read when you're feeling alone or feeling sad. I highly recommend.

Thanks so much to the amazing publishers and Netgalley for the advanced copy!!

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This was an absolutely adorable and completely relatable graphic novel about real relationship antics. I love how she encapsulates both together for a short time and together for a long time situations.

Having been married for 15 years this resonates with me something fierce. Even after 15 years we are still just a couple of big kids and I related to so much of this. Plus, the illustrations were so cute.

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What can I say? This was an adorable comic collection about living with your significant other and the moments that come with that. Whether it’s someone stealing the blankets, someone eating all the snacks, or both people just vegging out together, I found these comics to be super relatable and hilarious. I definitely recommend this book, especially if you’re already a fan of Catana Chetwynd’s comics.

*Thank you to Netgalley & Andrews McMeel Publishing for giving me this eARC in exchange for an honest review*

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So lovely and relatable.
This is the third comic book I read by Catana Chetwynd. It keeps the essence of her two previous works. In this comic book, In Love & Pajamas, Catana presents several comic strips about how she and her partner are totally themselves together, like changing into your comfy clothes or pajamas inmediately after coming home.
One of the things I like about Catana's comics is how their differences (Catana and John) complement their relationship 😊.

Thanks to Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for providing me with an e-arc in exchange for my honest review.

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This was a quick and funny read. Some of the comics are really relatable and my boyfriend can't stand me sending them to him anymore xD

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A sweet sweet comic book about the magic of daily life when you are in love. I love Catana's drawing style and her humour! A great read to feel positive about love and companionship without losing your quirks. I'll definitely check other works from her!

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I have greatly enjoyed everyone of Catana Chetwynd's comics!

In Love & Pajamas I once again find so many of her stories about relationships both very relatable and hilariously. This collection isn't even out yet and I already look forward to what she will create next!

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This was really cute. A nice and easy read. Would make a great coffee table book or gift. I think the comics do a fantastic job of visualizing what it's like to be in long-term relationship with someone. I could relate, but also found myself being grossed out at how cute some things were, lol.

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I received this as an eARC to read for free in exchange for my honest review. Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for giving me access.

I love Catana Chetwynd's work. She has a wonderful way of keeping things real and hilarious. This just proves a book doesn't need frills and lots of words jut to be good.

Every time I turned the page, I found myself looking back at my life moments that the comic was summing up. These are all super relatable and can easily put a smile on your face.

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I have been a fan of Catana Chetwynd for quite some time and always enjoy seeing her artwork on her Instagram account. In Love & Pajamas is more of the loveable and sweet comics depicting her and her fiance's relationship. Half of her comics had me thinking "that is SO me in a relationship!" and the other half had me thinking "wow I wish I were in a relationship like that!" She manages to capture sweet and silly moments in just a few small frames. Her work continues to be entertaining and relatable, and will always put a smile on my face!

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I LOVED everything about this.

From the adorable and real illustrations to the premise of being comfortable with the ones you love, this title had me hooked. The short frames that peek into the everyday life of a couple, made me giggle & filled me with instant joy - this would be the perfect coffee table book to pick up often for a pick me up. The simplicy and to the point pages encompassed everything about a couple I find important, so well done!

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This was a quick, relatable graphic novel about a newly married couple and presents the little things we all take for granted in a charming format. From days when you can’t bear to say goodbye to staying home in PJs all day together you will recognize yourself if you have ever been love. There are a few that the meaning was not clear and I think the font is difficult to read on an e-reader. A great gift for a hen/engagement party.
ThNk you to #netgalley and the publisher for the free ebook in exchange for my honest opinion, I enjoy graphic novels and am thrilled to have a new author to add to my must read list.

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I love these two. They are so cute. They always fill my heart with love, peace and happiness. In Love & Pajamas is a dreamy visualization of quarantine. They are always at home, adhere going out. They are happy to be together, alas the "dreamy" part.

Just read this one too.

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for In Love and Pajamas by @catanacomics. This book is a series of sweet, romantic, and laugh out loud comics that are so on point. This would be a perfect gift for your significant other ESPECIALLY now since we are in this pandemic! Recommended for Adults #inlovepajamas #netgalley #comic #bowkerbooks

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I always adore Catana’s Comics, because they’re so simple and yet so adorable, funny, sweet and relatable.

In Love & Pajamas was just one more collection of every day scenarios about just being yourself and being accepted just as you are and it was just perfect.

Always looking forward to more of her comics.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me with an eARC in exchange for my honest review and opinion.

#InLovePajamas #NetGalley

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I've been a fan of Catana Comics for a while now so I jumped at the opportunity to read this. In Love & Pajamas is super cute and even relatable with the sweetness between Catana and John.

This made me smile and what's better than that? Only read this if you like sweet couple jokes. It's sweeter than cotton candy.

I'm thankful for Net Galley and the publisher for allowing me to read this in exchange for an honest review.

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I loved every single comic.

I didn't know about Catana's work but it's very beautiful. This comic's compilation made feel so much happiness and I want I love like that.

John and Catana are so cute. They are the proof of true love. Love has upside downs and that's the beauty thing. Love isn't always pretty and we have to love our partner on every single situation. When we are moody, grumpy, with a bad day or we just wants hug and say I love you.

The artwork of the comics are so beautiful. I loved everything.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this eARC in exchange of an honest review.

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'In Love and Pajamas' is comic strip collection depicting different moments in a mosern day relationship. Catana has perfectly depicted all the little things in a relationship and the comfort level you get to with your partner after a certain time and hence the mention of 'pajamas' in the title. It's to the point, very cute and extremely relatable. I had a constant smile while reading this .

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I loved this little comic.
It soo describes my relationship with my husband.
I didn't want it to end!

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Needless to say, I flipped through this day after I have downloaded it.

I found my husband and me in so many of these wonderful comics. They put a smile on my face and reminded me just how much I loved all the little things we may take for granted in our relationships.

It illustrates everyday situations between couples, from the way we take naps, hog the bed, do little acts of kindness for each other, or even how we tend to neglect the dishes for 3 days and just order in because WE WANT TO.

This book is exactly the kind of illustration of love I would have done if I knew how to draw!

I think with the holidays coming up, this would also make quite a lovely gift for someone you love, or even for a couple you know that remind you of these two wonderful, adorable characters!

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Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC - this book is so relatable and I went "oh ya" "aww" in most of the strips - thanks for putting together such a wonderful collection!

#InLovePajamas #NetGalley

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I got this on Netgalley in exchange for an honest review!
I loved this collection of comics! Catana makes so many cute, relatable and funny comics, and I always love reading them! Would recommend this to anyone wanting to have a good time!

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this is my first Catana book.
it was so so cute.
I am going to check out her other books. it was a very quick read. I think couples will enjoy reading it together.

some cartoons had me laughing, others were a nice insight, it's simply cute and enjoyable. it would be best as a hard copy to own or gift.

I do not follow the author on insta so all of these cartoons and concept were new to me and it was so refreshing.

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I love this author's comics! I have been following her webtoons for a while, so when I saw this book I had to get in on it and read it as fast as possible. These slice of life, everyday comics give us hope for humanity and love. Each one of Chetwynd's pages shows the life of two people in love living their lives together.

The relationship between the characters show both their differences and similarities throughout their relationship and how they can share these and be their own people together.

The art is cute and the individual stories and moments are heartfelt as well as incredibly relateable whether you are currently in a relationship or not. Can't wait for this book to come out in print so that I can buy a physical copy for my shelves.

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I enjoyed this cute little comic that is pretty close to being like me and my husband as well. Even brought back some memories lol. Love the cute little artwork to go along with the storyline. Catana you did it again!

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This comic was really cute. I probably related to 70-80% of the scenarios and I really loved that. Many of the relatable ones also shocked me and I thought my hubby and I were unique, but apparently not. It’s a cute, short, and quick read. The comic drawings were also cute!

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I loved this comic book! Each time I read something of Catana I am never disappointed! Each one of her comic books I own or will own in the future. If you are looking for cuteness overload and the joys of being in love with your one then this book is for you!

My rating scale:

5☆ - I will own this book someday, I loved it that much!
4☆ - Near perfection and enjoyed losing myself in the book!
3☆ - I liked this book.
2☆ - I didn't really care for this book.
1☆ - I did not like this book at all and probably did not finish it.

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This collection of comics is super cute. I enjoyed the wholesome, realistic messages about what a committed romantic relationship can look like when you're both willing to be weird together, and many of the jokes made me laugh. Some of these comics don't have much of a punchline, and just made me smile, but the book is really charming. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys the cartoonist's work, or who is interested in comics about love in everyday life. This would also make a great gift for a significant other.

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I have never come across Catana's work before. It is grounded and totally relatable. All I can say as a grownup is...truth!

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Catana’s comics are always a beautiful delight. I found myself laughing at so many relatable experiences. This perfectly encapsulates the adorable and sometimes annoying parts of every day romance. I highly recommend this quirky book! Thank you Netgalley for the ARC!

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Today I read #InLoveAndPajamas by #CatanaComics ( aka #CatanaChetwynd ).
I really enjoyed this cute little collection of comics. Each page tells a small endearing story of a loving couple. In the Introduction, Chetwynd says that "Being yourself with your partner-and embracing your partner's quirks-is such an important part of a relationship and is the very foundation of all the moments." Reading the comics with that in mind really elevates each silly or simple interaction, and made me really appreciate all the little quirks and jokes I have with those I love. Oh! And let me add a little more cuteness to this thing...
These comics are based on the real life interactions of the author and her fiancé, John! Adorbs. This book is available on pre-order, and drops 02/02/21, just in time for Valentines Day.

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I have seen the author's pictures at different times. I always show my husband them because it is so us. I was excited to see that they made a book out of all of their illustrations. Now, everyone can see this hilarious and life like pictures. It will definitely remind you of your own relationship. I would recommend this cute book to.anyone.

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This is a cute book with comics about relationships based on the author's own relationship. This book shows love in every day scenarios whether it be getting ready for work or choosing to stay in rather than go out. It's not about the big romantic gestures. but rather the small ones that mean everything. The comics were very relatable and I would recommend giving this book a look.

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This comic is really charming, it shows sweet and tender moments that couples usually have and it is wonderful. I felt very identified and it brought me more than one smile

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An adorable book about a couple who is imperfect and “weird” in all of the right ways, this would make a good gift for significant others. It’s a quick read that made me smile.

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**I received a free advanced read copy of this in exchange for an honest review from netgalley**
So I’ve seen these comics in passing on Instagram, most of the time I forward them onto my boyfriend because I think they’re very relatable to our lives.
This collection was no exception and there were bits I had to pause reading and show my partner to nods and laughter.
This was a lovely and quick read exploring the nuances of being in a relationship and being at home.
I adored every comic and felt that I could relate to all of them - I highly recommend this for people to read with their significant others and enjoy the ‘hey we do that’ moments throughout.

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Me: “babe! Babe! Babe!” Hubby: “what?!” Me: “look! It’s us”

This book is not only adorable, it is relatable to every young couple! I am filled with the warm fuzzies while looking through these illustrations. Definitely a great gift and coffee table book. She had captured the essence of being at home with your spouse.

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Mini Review: This was a delightful read! With simple illustrations, the author manages to convey a lot of emotion. I smiled and laughed so much while reading this! If you're looking for a feel-good read, I would highly recommend this comic collection!

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In love and In pajamas is a classic by Catana featuring their amazing relationship and the pros of being in a relationship where both of them are introverts.

Could be read as a standalone , or as a part of series with Snug & dating your best friend. Their relationship is cute and adorable , while the art equally competes.

I thank NetGalley for giving me an opportunity to read and review this arc.

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This is my first time reading Catana books and let me tell you that this collection is super adorable, I smiled a lot while reading this. The art style shows beautiful moments in a relationship doing simple things like watching tv or cooking together.
I recommend this book to anyone who wants a cute and short read.
4 stars⭐⭐⭐⭐
I received an arc via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review

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I've followed Catana on Instagram for a few years now and her cartoons are relatable and heartwarming. This is a gorgeous mini collection of some of her work with many cute moments and scenarios that many of us will recognise from our own relationships. This is a sweet book that would make a perfect small gift for valentine's day or an anniversary, or maybe just because.

I'm only giving it 4 stars because I wish there was more of it!

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This charming little book is full of laughter and love as it follows the life of a Millennial couple. We get an inside look at everything from how they hug or use their couch to their work habits and love of their dog. As might be expected some of these topics are less interesting than others. Although the few comics that I found boring or average were few and far between. And each one is only four panels so there is little time wasted if one doesn't strike your fancy. By the end of the book you feel as if you know Catana and John and want their cute little love story to continue (if only so you can read more comics).
I was given a free copy of this book by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

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I love these comics. My partner and I can relate to them so much. I love the simplicity of the art style. This would be perfect for anyone that is in a long-term relationship.

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Such a pleasure read! Loved the illustrations! This an adorable thing to read. Very bingeable, read it in one sitting.

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This was a cute and fun graphic novel!

I’ve seen some of Catana Comic’s work online and always enjoyed it, so I was excited to read a whole graphic novel full of her work. She has a simple and effective art style that is very unique and recognizable. I recognized a couple of the comics from ones that I have seen online, but many of them were new to me and I enjoyed them,

I am wondering if the final published version is going to have colors or if it will stay black and white like the arc-I think color could add something to the graphic novel, but if it stays black and white I think that’s perfectly fine too!

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Delightful. Always a joy to read. Very relatable for couples and a perfect gift for Valentines Day. Her comics are so wholesome and easy to read for all. Will read again when it is published and looking forward to each installment that is to come.

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Catana Comics has done it again, another wonderful little comic bind up about life with your significant other. I love reading these with my husband, I just wish that they were longer. This can be consumed (I say consumed because you're not actually reading anything) in about half an hour, but it makes a great gift for a special occasion.
The theme of this one was more on brand with the year that we've all had in our pajamas in the house, and definitely brought up some happy memories with my husband.

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Rating: ⅘
Swoon Score: 5/5
Laughing Score: 0/5
Crying Score: 0/5

Please note - this book has forced me to create a new rating because I don't think rating, crying, laughing is enough for me to capture how much this book made me swoon.

Do you follow @catanacomics ? If not - you should.

I’ve been following her for a while so when I saw this book on @netgalley, I had to request it.

This book is a collection of comics about all the different ways of being with your partner. The comics go from living with each other, being annoyed with each other, to accepting each other's quirks. I swooned over some of the comics because of how accurately and perfect Catana captured moments that I have too had with my partner. Cheers to a love that allows you to be yourself.

Make sure you check out her page and check out this book which comes out 2/2/2021! Thank you @netgalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

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A super cute and fun collection of comic strips about being yourself with your partner and embracing your partner’s quirks.

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This comic is very sweet and cute, a lot of the moments remind me of ones spend with my loved ones. I would recommend it.

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Following Catana's illustration journey through social media, I knew this book was going to be good. It was greater than expected and I am so happy after finishing this title. Catana and John's relationship is gold and honest while also showing the small moments that make relationships special.

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This book was SO STINKING CUTE! I showed several of the comics to my husband because they reminded me of us.

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Catana never fails to create unique cartoon series involving herself and her husband, providing perfect little snapshots of what life is like in a romantic relationship. Highly relatable for even those not currently in a relationship, In Love & Pajamas provides an excellent source of adorableness and hope during this especially frantic time.

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“𝘔𝘺 𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘢 𝘰𝘧 𝘢 𝘯𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘢 𝘯𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘪𝘯, 𝘪𝘯 𝘱𝘢𝘫𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘴, 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘰𝘳 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 '𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘰 𝘒𝘢𝘳𝘵.' 𝘐𝘵'𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘨𝘭𝘢𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘴. ” - Ronan Farrow.

I just reviewed In Love & Pajamas by Catana Chetwynd. Let me start my review by telling you that this book made me long for a relationship! So be warned; this book contains a lot of reasons why you shouldn't be single, it's like a prove you're missing out on a lot of cute and adorable things in life. I am just so obsessed with Catana's comics, I am really loving everything about them; from the illustrations to the cute and fluffy messages, it's the best read if you're in the mood to read something quick and satisfying. #InLovePajamas #NetGalley

𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒔 𝑰 𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆𝒅:
• The illustrations; they are just so cute and adorable.
• The Dialogues; although it's (most of the time) just one page, the page is filled with so much love and humor that it's worth the one page.
• Relantipshipgoals; this book gives me a lot of ideas on what to do with the love of my life. I can't wait to give my boyfriend the different types of hugs, Catana mentioned in her comics.
• Relateable; everything in this book is just so relatable, even if you don't have a boyfriend or hubby, you can still relate to the funny dialogues (like staying in bed the whole day, instead of going to work or school).

𝑻𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒔 𝑰 𝒅𝒊𝒔𝒍𝒊𝒌𝒆𝒅: Nothing.

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I read the first Catana Comic's book when it came out and absolutely loved it... and this one did not disappoint! It was as cute and funny as the other one and just a great continuation! I love seeing Catana and Jon's relationship it's so realistic and that's what I love the most about it: how real and true it is.

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I love this book . Cute , sweet , funny and obviously relatable. I’m smiling all the way while reading the book.

It tells us that the imperfection/flawed of your partner makes the relationship/marriage perfect by understanding, tolerable , accepting and love. No one is perfect in this world . Therefore, every marriage / couple that meant to be is to complement each other. ❤️

Thanks Netgalley for the e-ARC .

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There is no surprise that I absolutely love Catana Comics!!! I have been a follower for some time and she is still my favorite web comic. If you love quirky, relatable, and just down right cute comics about relationship, look no farther. I can’t thank Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing enough for letting me read is early. I cannot wait to get my finished copy to add to my collection.

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I've followed Catana's comics on instagram for years and read her last two books so I leaped at the chance to review this latest installment for NetGalley. This is her third collection of comics and I'm still just as charmed as I was when I stumbled across her comics years ago. Her art style is the same but still so charming and sweet and cozy. She balances the line well of keeping her style and flavor without becoming stale. I laughed and giggled and awwed so many times through these pages. Given how challenging this year has been, It was nice to escape a little bit to get to spend time with Catana and John and their dog and just have a cozy and fun time with them.

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This book was one of the first books in a while that was able to bring a smile upon my face. I felt that it was relatable, humerus, and heart-warming all in one bundle. I look forward to reading more from Catana Chetwynd, as this book was different than anything I have ever read. It reminded me of instagram comics, but in a coffee table style book. This would be the perfect gift for any couple.

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Absolutely love and adore these little snippets of comics. Each comic depicts moments between loved partners and relationships. It makes me warm and fuzzy!

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In Love & Pajamas is an adorable graphic novel that tells short and funny stories about relationship dynamics. The illustrations and dialogue were light and entertaining, but they also showed how strong love can and should be.

I read this comic in one sitting, and I absolutely loved it! Everything about it was wonderful, and there were multiple times when I actually laughed out loud because of how relatable the comics were. In Love & Pajamas was a quick and fun read, and I am so glad I picked it up!

A huge thank you to NetGalley, Andrews McMeel Publishing, and Catana Chetwynd for providing an ARC of this graphic novel!

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I'd seen a ton of these comics being shared on Facebook and they are so cute. Having them compiled into a book is such a great idea. Definitely need to check out more by Catana Chetwynd

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In Love & Pajamas was an amazingly quirky and relatable book of comics that show the depth of emotions and the funnier side of romance. I had seen some of Chetwynd’s work online, but had never read much of it until I found this book. Her drawings are sweet and adorable and she covers topics that could be anybody interacting with their significant other. In Love & Pajamas is a quick read but well worth it!

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I think this Collection of Comics was adorable. The Author Catana created these comics about her relationship with her fiance John. Some of them were super sweet, funny, and relatable. Thank you netgalley and the publisher for my gifted copy.

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Such a cute collection of comics that are surprisingly relatable! Loved it, thank you for allowing me to read it!

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I read this graphic novel super duper fast! I love the concept it’s very well done, simply funny and relatable.

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I’ve been following @catanacomics on IG years and always looking forward to her new posts. So when I saw that a copy is available on Netgalley, there’s no hesitation. Reading this amplifies how solo i’m really am. Even though it’s making me extra lonely, it totally warms my heart that there’s a couple out there who is too cute and gets one another.

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Adorable comic that is a quick light read. I can totally relate to the characters in the comic strips.

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The perfect description for this book is given right on the cover: "a collection of comics about being yourself together".

The introduction made me fall in love before even starting, with the broomstick-dancing reference and the "no matter who you are, being the truest form of yourself and letting your guard down is what makes all this memories what they are". Being the girl who always keeps her guard up and has little romantic experience (probably as a result), that really got to me.

I had already seen @catanacomics around Instagram so, when I saw this was available on NetGalley, I couldn't resist (huge thank you to them). And I wasn't disappointed. These comics are so fuzzy, warm, cute, adorable, funny and, above all, 100% relatable. It's the perfect, quick read for a cozy blanket-and-tea winter day.

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I’ve not read anything by Catana Chetwynd before, though I have seen the odd strip kicking around on social media. I chose this book based on how much I enjoyed those. I wasn’t disappointed!

These comics are both cute and funny. Even as someone who has never been in a romantic relationship, there are so many relatable moments!

The drawings themselves are lovely - so few lines express so much. In that way, they remind me of Peanuts, my first and favourite comic. The frames are clean and simple, and there aren’t even a huge number of words, but they convey so much meaning to the reader.

If you’re looking for something to make you laugh, and to warm the cockles of your heart, search no longer. This book made me feel so happy.

I was given a free copy of this book, my opinions are my own.

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Advance Review Copy generously provided through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was the first book from Catana Chetwynd so I did not know what to expect.
I really enjoyed this book and will definitely read other books from Chetwynd.

The book contains adorable drawings, the story is cute and relatable. It feels genuine and heartwarming. Most importantly the message of the book is how amazing it is to be yourself in a relationship with a person that really accepts you for who you are.

For me personally, reading this book was like wrapping myself in a soft blanket. It lifted my mood and provided me with perfect relaxing reading. I think this book would be a really nice present for someone.

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This collection of comics is the perfect combination of cute, loving, funny, and realistic. The comics are centered around a couple, Catana and John, and their dog. There are a lot of really cutesy couple-y comics, but also a lot of funny ones about pet ownership, hating the Mondays, and the bane of our existence - real pants. I laughed out loud and felt the warm and fuzzies while reading these comics. If you are in a long-term committed relationship, you'll recognize the things that drive us crazy about our partners - like who the hell ate all my chips? Super cute and would make a great gift! This book will be published in February 2021 - perfect for Valentine's Day.

* I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest, unbiased review.*

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Pub Date: Feb. 2, 2021

This graphic novel was so sweet! It reminded me a lot of my relationship with my boyfriend. It highlights the innocence and purity of a loving relationship, which I adored. This was a fairly quick read; certainly not as complex as other graphic novels I've picked up. I would recommend to anyone who wants a warmhearted, quick read.

All opinions are my own. Thanks to NetGalley for the advanced reader copy.

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This is the second book I've read from Catana Comics, and it was just as funny and adorable as the first. I found myself showing my spouse every other page because it was just so relatable and so *us* -- it's like they're living our literal life!!! Perfect gift for anyone who's part of a couple, though it’ll probably warm your heart no matter what.

Just one note: I wish the file was better quality, but I plan to get a physical copy to re-experience the magic anyway!

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In Love & Pajamas is a comic by Catana Chetwynd, and also the most adorable little reminder that you and your partner aren’t really that strange after all! The comic features little ‘skits’ about everyday struggles, laughs, awkward moments, and all the good gooey bits in between of being in a relationship with someone you love. I was constantly chuckling to myself throughout their comic, because I had little moments of ‘omg that’s so true!’ and ‘this is so us!’.

The simplicity of the graphics is what makes this comic all the more fantastic. The message of each little skit is always understandable and you’re never left scratching your head wondering what they mean.

This comic would be a perfect gift for a couple or someone who just loves to have a laugh. Would 100% recommend this comic to everyone in love...and in pajamas!

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A lovely and cosy read. With very short and witty slices of life, the author shares relatable and heartwarming snippets of her relationship. I've been a long time follower on IG, but it's the first time I have the chance to discover her published work and it's everything I expected and more. A warm cup of tea for the soul. I cannot recommend it enough.

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Hello, hi, how are we all doing today?

It is only Tuesday, but this week has felt very long. However, I am incredibly excited for the upcoming holiday and can not wait to decorate my space even more! Recently, I have also been on a bit of a reading streak and even though this has not been the greatest week, I have still been reading quite a bit. There is just something about reading via candle and Christmas lights that is so cozy that it just makes me want to read even more! One of the books, I read recently was an E-ARC of the new Catana Comics collection! I love these little comics, even if you have never read one of the collections you have probably seen them online (on Facebook, Twitter, etc..), before these were ever in collections, I absolutely adored them and used to send them to my husband all the time. I believe this is the second or third collection of Catana Comics I have gotten the chance to read and I have thoroughly enjoyed each and every one of them. This collection was especially cute and I absolutely can not wait for it to be released into the world (so I can purchase a copy to share with my husband)! We always love looking through these together and definitely find ourselves relating to many of the moments we see in the comics. I can not wait to see what Catana Comics comes out with next!

Goodreads Rating: 5 Stars

**Thank you so much for the E-ARC in exchange for the honest review

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Omg this is literally one of the cutest comic's ever!!!! i had so many laughs, smiles and resemblance to my husband & I. The art work is really adorable too. I recommend this to EVERYONE!!!

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I absolutely ADORE these comics by @catanacomics

I'm always sending them to my husband, and we both feel that they illustrate an honest realistic love - rather than romance novel love!

This book didnt disappoint. It is a beautiful collection of comics that would be amazing in hardback form. It is out on the 2nd of Feb and would make a fantastic valentines gift (just saying).

Thanks to @netgalley and @andrewsmcmeel for an ARC in exchange for an honest review

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Happy Thursday! I finished up these two comic collections this week and they were delightfully cozy and hilarious! I kept leaning over to my husband and saying “This is us! Look, this one too!”
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In Love & Pajamas comes out February 1, 2021! Preorder now ❤️ Thank you to @netgalley and the publisher for the chance to review this ahead of publication!

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Every time I see one of these little comics I cannot believe how much they are like my husband and I. I always have to stop reading and show him ones that freak me out because they are so much like us. LOVE these.

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I received a digital ARC from the publisher via NetGalley.

I love Catana's comics. This book is familiar in the fact that it's short, sweet, and incredibly wholesome. In "In Love & Pajamas," Catana explores those small moments in a relationship that show how strong a couple's bond is, and how truly amazing it is to be entirely vulnerable with your partner.

This book is charming and easy to read, and definitely something I could see myself picking up more than once.

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I absolutely loved this!

It’s almost as if these comics were based on my life. Myself and my boyfriend laughed the whole way through this because it is so accurate of our relationship

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I follow Catana Comics on Instagram, and I adore her work. This collection is exactly as I expected: sweet, relatable, and very funny ! When in need of a warm hug — I'll reach for this collection without hesitation.

Thank you NetGalley for this arc ! :)

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This was such a cute read! I have come across Catana Chetwynd's work here and there on the internet but I never actually picked up one of her books. This is the first one I read and I found it incredibly adorable. The comics were so relatable;I really saw my own relationship depicted in the images. Chetwynd's captures the little moments that happen during a day in a relationship. Most of the time, I don't notice that these moments are happening but Chetwynd does an incredible job of reminding me that they do exist and I should be aware of them. I recommend it to anyone who is in a relationship. You will definitely relate!

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I love Catana's comics and this collection is no exception!
This particular collection is about what it's like having your partner be your best friend and being so comfortable with them you can do anything around them.

This collection was adorable, fun and filled with love and laughter. It depicted everything a relationship can be.

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Catana strikes again with a very relatable collection of comics on life as a couple. From the sweet moments to the sad to the silly, she covers it all in her series of signature adorable illustrations that will make you giggle. What I particularly enjoyed was how she didn't shy away from exposing those goofy moments we all do but won't admit! Overall, a great collection that's heartwarming and will leave you with a smile on your face. Though be warned; if you don't read it with your partner, you WILL spend a bunch of time insisting they come and check out certain particularly relatable comics!

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absolutely delightful, just like all Catana comics. they span the range of fun, relatable, sweet, joyful, awkward, and all imaginable combinations thereof.

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I absolutely love the Catana comics. They are so relatable and just make me feel better in ways about my relationship. Little things that I think are weird or that only my husband and I do she puts in these comics and it's like, Oh someone else does that too. The drawings are cute as always. This one leans a little more towards what most of us have been going through during the pandemic with working from home and such. However, it doesn't bog you down with details or anything. Just cute little slice of life snippets that make me very happy overall.

I love sharing these books with my husband and can't wait until the next one comes out. I hope everyone reads and enjoys this and finds something they can relate to in it.

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Thank you NetGalley for providing an ARC copy.
This was such a quick lovely read, Catana is magic.
The art was lovely and cute, it's very relatable . I had so much fun reading it.

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Loved this comic book by Catana Chetwynd!

These adorable glimpses into a couples life show the good, the bad, and the daily pieces that make a real relationship. You can feel the love and caring from these simple snapshots of random moments.

I really enjoyed reading this, and definitely appreciated their senses of humor. I really felt the realness of this couple, and it gives you such a warm feeling, even as you laugh out loud.

I'd definitely recommend this for anyone wanting to read some sweet and only sometimes sappy comics about love and life being with someone you love.

Thank you Netgalley for this ebook arc in exchange for an honest review.

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This was so cute!! It made me smile and laugh so much. This is my first time reading from this author, but I will definitely read more by her soon.

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just as always, such a fun, quick and sweet read. catana draws the most relatable things ever! i couldn't stop showing every page to my bf screaming SAME

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This collection of comics by Chetwynd is a wonderful addition to any bookshelf, and a great follow up to her other books. There is so much in this book that is relatable to those in relationships, from the silly to the small daily moments that have you bursting with joy. This is a sweet little book that is a wonderful way to remind yourself about everything you truly love about your partner.

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Totally delightful slice of life comics. Inspired by artist's (Chetwynd's) life with partner John. Quick read.

Just really fun, sometimes too true. Real pants, varieties of cuddles, after a bad day, socializing, ordering out...

**I received this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.**

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Thank You Netgalley for allowing me to read this ARC. I love reading Catana Chetwynd's comics. They are adorable and funny slice of life moments one can relate to, never fail to make me smile.

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I love Catana's cartoons, the first time I saw a drawing of hers was through Instagram and since then every time I come across one of her drawings I have that same feeling of heat in my chest.
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They are simple drawings that express everyday life, small situations so proper and natural that they make me smile.
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Catana and John are the main characters in this comic strip where funny, intimate and familiar situations occur. Things like getting ready to go out, having a pet, preparing dinner or the position in which one relaxes in the living room couch comes out of moments that we all share with someone when we feel loved and do not think about how weird and funny we can see ourselves.
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One can find oneself looking at a drawing of Catana and saying "that's me", sometimes Catana, sometimes John. Just me with someone else who hugs and smiles at my quirks.
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This book is so cute and fun that it is necessary in any library.
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Thanks to #NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for letting me read this beautiful comic #InLovePajamas by #Catana that celebrates the life of being together, and it will be published the 02 Feb. 2021

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This comic collection is the perfect combination between mushy, cheesy sweetness and everyday petty that exists in today's cohabiting relationships. Somedays, it's all about snuggling and sharing media together. Somedays, it's about squinting at each other until your shared pet chooses the best lap or giving the side eye when all of the chips are gone. It's a charming relatable collection that is both funny and true.

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Super relatable & really adorable. Anyone in a long-term relationship (+ those that live together) will see themselves reflected in these comics.

The art style is simple, neat, and just right.

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February is the month of love and what better gift could anyone ask for than the magic of Catana Comics. Sweet, everyday kind of love drawn with and adorable flair. I have followed these two cartoon people for what seems like forever on social media and to be able to have them on my coffee table is pure joy! If you're putting together a gift basket for Valentine's day or you just have a bookish guy or gal in your life, it's perfect!

~Tanja

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Thanks to NetGalley for the arc. All opinions are my own.

This is an absolutely adorable comic series about a couple and their 100% percent relatable life choices. I love how the comic itself is mostly monochrome, making any pop of color really stand out. Even though I'm not in a relationship myself, reading about these two and their adventures was so wholesome and relatable, I couldn't help but love them.

I cannot wait to see what Chetwynd comes up with in the future!

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Oh my, this comic is about me. And my bf. It talks about us!! And it was so sweet and so fun. And relatable (duh!). I loved the stripes I saw around by this author, but this collection is just the best!! And sometimes it made me think someone has bugged my home, but this is a whole new story! I think that this book would be the perfect present for a loved one. For Christmas or for Saint Valentine's day, maybe. And maybe coupled with a box of chocolates!!

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This book is VERY CUTE and is definitely one I would like to add to my collection. Almost too relatable, like has Chetwynd been watching our home for all of 2020???

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This is the second book I have read by author Catana Chetwynd, and she just gets better the more I read. Her little comic snippets are sweet, funny, and oh-so-relatable. Her previous book, Little Moments of Love, did very well in my library system, and ended up in our comics section, though I believe it would do well if cataloged in humor as well. It was also featured in some valentine's day/romantic book displays, and was always taken very quickly.

The author's simplistic style is perfect for this type of sweet little comic, and she manages to get so much expression into each little drawing, despite how little definition there is in each person's face.

I will definitely be purchasing this book for my library system, and I look forward to more by this author as I think she has a bright future in the publishing world.

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A beautiful book about love that will make you smile, giggle a little, and sigh happily while staring out your window. Bravo Catana for another great collection guaranteed to become a classic.

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Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing a digital copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Because who doesn’t love couples comics?!

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***Advance Review Copy generously provided through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.***

I followed the author on her social media a couple of years ago, but I had never read any of her books, even tho I knew I was going to like it because I really enjoy this type of comics, it made me laugh a lot and identify with the things that happen in the day to day in a relationship

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This book is so adorable, the drawings are simple jet can speak to your soul.
the small stories/comics are oddly relatable and really just brings a smile to your lips when you read them and look at the cartoon.
I highly recommend this book it's just a cute little read and perfects to have on your nightstand as a little before bedtime read. As well as looking through it with your significant other, this might be the story of Catana and john but I think we can all relate a little to their love story.
and perhaps even take a few notes to improve our own love story.

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*I received an advance copy from NetGalley. However, this does not influence my opinion. *
I absolutely adored this book! It’s so cute and Catania’s drawings are just the sweetest thing! Everyone can find something to like about her books! If you want a little break from the stress and anxieties of this world, take a minute to pick up this book or any of her comics. They will definitely put a smile on your face!

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Such a wholesome collection of comics outlining the goofy moments of weirdness in relationships that become endearing memories in the relationship’s foundation. I found myself relating to many of the comics in this book and itching to share (and laugh) at them with my significant other. Honestly enjoyed reading this especially with its reference to ‘working from home’ in a time of covid-19. Very relatable!

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This was adorable. The relationship was so cute. The pictures were simple but they packed a punch with their cuteness.

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Really great graphic novel short and sweet and super cute! I very much enjoyed reading this it was accurate and super cute and had feel good vibes. Nice book to read when you need to get out of a slump or to help with your reading challenge. Thank you to netgalley for providing me with this one!

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I think most of us already have seen some of Catana Chetwynd's comics on Facebook (or Reddit). They are cute, relatable and just really sweet. And this collection is all of that - so wholesome and sweet. I'm not married but I could see myself and my boyfriend in most of the comics.
This is a nice and quick read. A great gift to your significant other.
In Love & Pajamas: A Collection of Comics about Being Yourself Together comes out on February 2nd 2021

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I am giving this book a 5 star review. I love Catana’s comics! They are so true and comical. They are so relatable but also hilarious. This collection of comics was focused on just being at home with her boyfriend. You can be yourself when you are wearing your pjs! This book really made me smile! I love the series a lot! John and Catana are relationship goals for sure! The graphics are always great as well.

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This book just gave me a warm feeing of happiness and contentment that I associate with a good relationship. It'ssweet, non-pretentious, funny, and genuinely romantic.

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Completely relatable, hilarious and adorable. This was a perfect way to start the new year. She covers love, relationships, and everyday life. If you're not familiar with Catana Comics, you're missing out.

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So relatable and fun comic book! Some of the comics can be seen on Catana´s social media and some are new. Overall, it was a refreshing read!

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I love relatable love stories. And this series is so relatable. I could actually see myself and my sexy sir in this comic. It’s fresh. It’s adorable. And it’s reality.

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This was my first Catana comic book but I have encountered her comics around social media. They're very cute and endearing and this was cozily relatable as I read it in my PJs with a cup of tea.

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I follow Catana Comics on Instagram so this was a treat to get an early copy of this book. Some of these comics have been on social, but most were new! Love that they are super relatable and are guaranteed to put a smile on your face!

Thank you to the Catana Chetwynd, Andrews McMeel Publishing, and NetGalley for providing me with an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review. #InLovePajamas #NetGalley

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This was such a cute slice-of-life comic series about being comfortable with the one you love. I really enjoyed my time reading this and the art style is simplistic and I find the facial expressions to be so cute...

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"And I need at least 8 hours to mentally prepare for social activity."

Not even married or in a relationship, but I must say that this wonderful collection of comics tickles my fancy. I binged the entire book in twenty minutes flat, and I smiled the entire way through. It was a great pick-me-up, and a much needed contrast from most of the more intense books I've been reading as of late.

Chetwynd does a fantastic job in capturing the little moments and conveying them in four panels or less, and I'm excited to read more from her in the future.

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I really love Catana's comics, she always brings a smile to my face. The relationship she and John have is something I will always aspire to have someday.

In these comics the way your significant other is your best friend is portrayed so beautifully. I absolutely adre how funny and relatable their experiences are.

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I absolutely love Catana’s comics and this book did not disappoint. A very sweet depiction of her relationship with her fiancé with plenty of humor thrown in. I cannot wait for Catania’s next book and will continue following her comics.

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* I was provided with an electronic ARC by the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review so thank you to them!*

This is my second Catana Chetwyld book and I just continue to love them! They are just quick, heartwarming and relatable. So, so relatable which is exactly why I love these little comics. Definitely read this if you want a little pick me up which we all want since 2020 was such a wreck.

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These collections of comics were so adorable! They really showed the comforts of a relationship and if my future partner and I aren’t like that then I don’t want it

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Every time I finish reading a Catana comic I feel 1% more happy in the most wholesome way. I think everyone I know has sent or received a comic by Catana at some point because she captures the sweet moments that make a relationship fun so well.

This collection was excellent. It was just pages of great content that I found myself smiling through. The cartoon work is excellent, and the content is relatable in a way that can speak to anyone with a loved one. There were a lot of funny and cute moments that were fun to read through!

After following Catana on Instagram for some time, I was happy to get the chance to read this collection. I’ll definitely be searching for her other book Snug next!

The ARC of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

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About 75% of the Catana web comics make me think, "How did they know? Who's been spying on us?!?" The previous collection, Snug, somehow had a higher percentage of the comics that feel more random or generic to me, so while I enjoyed that one I didn't LOVE it.

In Love & Pajamas though, this one is back to the I LOVE it status. So sweet and relatable, and the perfect way to start my reading year in 2021.

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These are all adorable as always, you can deffenitly see recent events insipiring some of these like meeting up for lunch while working from home. Everyday moments in relationships captured simply.

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This was such a cute book about an adorable and healthy relationship in which Cat and her partner support each other, They support each other through highs and lows and show each other the silly and romantic sides some of us might hold back for fear of being judged. No judgment here though, just acceptance and a pure relationship,

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I loved this, it made me laugh all throughout as it had certain scenes that relate to me and my boyfriend such a cute and easy read. I enjoyed every single bit

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I like starting the year with some relaxed reads, and this is the first of them. I've always loved Catana's comics online, and she focuses in them on loving and happy relationship anecdotes, and this collection is no different. It's heartwarming, sweet and really helped me to fly through it.

I thank Netgalley for the digital ARC

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This book of comics about the author and her partner is cute, sweet, funny, and relatable. It would make a great gift for your significant other, which is probably why it will be released right before Valentine's Day.

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One again Chetwynd offers a heartwarming look at the mundane moments of a relationship. The small gestures that show longtime companions that they are still loved and appreciated after all these years.

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@Thanks NetGalley for giving me the access to read this book. It is one of the best books I have ever read in my life. It seems so real. I thought i was reliving my life as a couple. I give 5 stars to this book.

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This was such a fun book to read and review! I’ve long been a fan of this comic and I love how humorously and beautifully she portrays the realities of romance and life with your spouse. I laughed out loud at some of these illustrations.

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This book is just so cute and beyond relatable. Filled with adorable illustration and fun slides.

I loved reading this alongside my partner and just to see how many of the pictures were just so accurate was a blast. One of my favorites!

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Honestly, this is such a great book to end 2020 with. I've been following Catana's work for a few years now and she never seizes to amaze me. This is such a wholesome and heart-warming collection of comics. If you haven't read any of her books, please do. You're missing out a lot. Rating: 5/5 stars.

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Catana Comics makes me laugh out loud at all her perfectly accurate, realistic portrayals of life in a relationship. I love these so much because there are so many instances of "oh wow that is us" in it for me and on at least 5 occasions I shared the tiles with my husband as I LOLed about how true they were.

This collection is all about being together through the silly weird things that make you - you. It is almost overly cutesy, but it is because you feel the love and trust through the characters and it is a warm and fuzzy that I am loving from books at the moment. I found this book to be everything I needed and more, to both read but also to remind me of the love that I have and really appreciate it for all its weirdness.

I would recommend this book to anyone that is in love, still in love, needs a warm and fuzzy feeling, or as a gift for Valentine's Day. It is a precious and relatable collection that is perfect for Spring.

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This was so cute! I love the drawings, the storyline, and the humor. This is what a relationship should be. I can’t wait to read more of these! I may have to buy these for my personal collection.

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I follow Catana comics online and this book made me appreciate them even more. They highlight the love, struggle, and little joys of Catana and her fiancé, John. I read this in multiple sittings because I wanted to savor them instead of devouring them. Highly recommend!

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Thank you, NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I am simply in love with this novel. The graphics are cute and adorable. I have seen Catana Chetwynd's comics all over the internet in the recent past, but this was my first time reading them in the form of a book. Chetwynd has amazingly shown relationship goals, and are super relatable (for the most part!). My heart went mushy from the first page, till the end. This one is a quick read, so if you want to spend your afternoon going 'awwww', the way I did, then this book is for you!

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I received a digital ARC through NetGalley from Andrews McMeel Publishing. This 3rd collection of Catana Comics is just more cuteness of a couple that are comfortable with each other and share these sweet intimate moments. I love relating to this couple, for instance, giving an impromptu fashion show because she just bought new clothes. I’m not alone, LOL. These little moments make you forget all the ugly things we let our minds dwell on. I’m always happy to read these collections

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This is the perfect time to write a book about being cozy in pajamas together 24/7, as that's what many of us have been doing during this stay-at-home time.

I follow this artist on Instagram and saw a few repeats of comics, but overall, this book evokes a strong feeling of love, adoration, quirkiness, and the comfort of being able to be yourself with each other. Catana is skilled at capturing the lovely everyday experiences that couples go through that we often take for granted. It is relatable, whimsical, and super cute.

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Love the way Catana Chetwynd captures the little moments of life and love that are so easily overlooked. She is one of my favorite cartoonists and I always look forward to a new book of hers. This one was fun and adorable and I cannot wait to be able to share it with my love.

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| I received an ARC of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. |

If you liked Snug and Little Moments in Love (Catana Chetwynd’s previous books), or follow Catana’s work on social media, then you will surely enjoy In Love & Pajamas. If you’re unfamiliar with her work, but are a hopeless romantic (like me), sort-of-an-antisocial-introvert and are head-over-heels in love, then this book will be perfect for you, too.

Don’t misunderstand me! I don’t think you must be in a relationship to enjoy it, but it does feel like a book meant to be shared with a partner, pointing and smiling at the images that remind you of each other, sending screenshots with fond messages and emojis: “This is sooooo you” or “This made me think of you” or "This is one reason I love you". It feels too, rather apt for these trying times —most scenes were indoors, capturing small moments that should resonate with every couple enduring the pandemic, and its stay-at-home orders, together under the same roof.

As expected, each comic is sweet and wholesome, with a slice-of-life quality that makes them feel achingly honest and funny. Love, without fanfare, without pretense, comfortable at home, free to be quirky and messy —that’s what shines through each page, and it made me smile. Even the most cynical skeptic, I would argue, would think these two in-love and applaud their relationship.

Though Catana’s art style has never been my favorite, it works. The simple, mostly black-and-white illustrations manage to convey dozens of emotions with very few lines, and the faces are extremely expressive despite their simplicity. Plenty of the comics are brand new, too —around 50%, according to the blurb. As a whole, the selection is charming, hilarious and a perfect example of what a healthy relationship can be and look like.

In Love & Pajamas will be published on the second of February, just in time to be a perfect Valentine's gift for your significant other. Don't pass it up, if your partner loves reading, comics or cute stuff, in general; it will be a lovely surprise.

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I absolutely loved this. It’s so nice to see these sweet whole strips that show a healthy loving relationship. I was able to connect to the majority of them and can clearly feel the love between Catana and her partner

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This is a cute read. At first, I had to get use to the format because I was not expecting varying entrees of the comic. Reminds me of a gathering of multiple newspaper entrees gathered together. Cute, many adaptable to how my husband and I act with each other. Worth the read if just for the smile it gives. I will be purchasing a copy once it comes out. My favorite page is the one in color and my favorite storyline is the one about getting nails done to scratch her husband's head.

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This was simply adorable! I have always enjoyed Catana comics when I ran across them on the internet and if you similarly like the style, I feel like you would also love this little collection of comics. The content is very wholesome which I feel like we all need in our lives right now. Overall, would definitely recommend if you enjoy Catana's style or you are just in need of some cuteness to brighten your day.

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Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for sending to me a copy for review,
I really surprised by how romantic and funny this comic was 😍 I’m not a big fan of comic books but this one wooow I enjoyed it a lot it full of heart worming, cute and funny moments that made me smile from the start to end.
So this comic is all about two Married couples and their life together and how each of them care for one another feeling and that was super romantic! 😍

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Utterly delightful and impossible to dislike, this collection of short, sparse comics about living life with a loving partner is sure to leave you smiling. Fans of Catana Comics are sure to enjoy this third published collection of hers. Thanks to NetGalley for the advanced copy!

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Another relatable collection of comics from Catana Chetwynd, but it doesn't touch on anything quarantine related ... so it's a breath of fresh air in that regard.

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Thank you Netgally for the Early arc in exchange of a honest review.

I absolutely adore the book. The sketches and the relationship shown between characters is so real and fun. I loved the sketches. This book is a very quick read and you can read it in one sitting itself. Some of the scenes are my favorite. And some sketches will just make your heart soft. It is indeed a happy book.


I cannot wait to read more books by the author. The simplicity of the book, has won my heart. Can't wait to pick more books by her.

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I'm a big fan of Catana Comics. I loved her last book, Snug, and her latest book, In Love & Pajamas, is no exception. Each comic is a delight to see and share with your loved one. Looking forward to buying it when it comes out.

Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

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This was my first book by Catana Comics and it was so cute! I loved the illustration style, and found myself smiling or laughing out loud at many of the pages. These scenes about relationships are super relatable and fun. This could make a great gift for your partner, or someone in a relationship that loves comic strip style books.

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Even though I am not in love and to be honest, I am not sure I really actually believe in love anymore, this adorable little comic does give me hope. I love Catana and John [and live for her new comics on Insta] and this was a fun little book to pass the evening with. If you are looking for fun and warm and fuzzy and true-to-life [someone's life anyway], this is the comic for you. It really is delightful.

Thank you to NetGalley, Catana Chetwynd and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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Fans of Catana Chetwynd will not be disappointed in this latest collection. These slice-of-life comics about relationships are sweet, funny and relatable.

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Comical, lovely and accurate in so many ways. I have adored Catana's artwork on her social for a while now and this adorable little book is perfect.

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Ahh! This was so cute! My husband has sent me Catana's comics on instagram for years, so when I saw this book I had to read it. This is a very short and sweet collection, that I feel most millennial introvert couples can probably relate to.

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This book was soooo cute! I loved getting to see Catana and Jon just be in love. It was such a cute and loving comic book. It was also extremely relatable. I definitely recommend!

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Absolutely lovely, like always!! I absolutely love Catana, her comics are always the sweetest thing ever and her art style is so cute. I would 100% recommend it, I'm never disappointed!!

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Catana comics shows how little things connect instantly with everyone. Small moments between a couple are depicted in a way that evokes giggles and happiness on every page.
You start reading and you fail to notice as you reach end at a rapid pace.
Comic character are already famous and need no introduction.

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Brilliant Comic strip..

Well that's how regular life goes.. I really like this cute comic less words yet so many beautiful emotions in one picture.

Every part of this comic book is so lovable. I am literally going to save it to my collections for long long time..

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aw so cute!!

i think this is definitely a good book to keep on a bed side table or somewhere on display in your home to flip through whenever you want to read nice lighthearted relatable comic.

i really liked the illustrations, they were really simple & easy to follow along. it was just an overall cute little fluffy comic collection.

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This was so cute, It felt more relatable to me than Little Moments of Love.
I absolutely loved it! it was simple but brilliant.
Many thanks to Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for this ARC.

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*Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review*

This year I have found reading comics to be a great way to unwind and found this collection to be full of all the things I enjoy most about Catana’s Comics. They’re relatable, funny, cute and sincere, and always make me feel warm and fuzzy inside. Each page stands alone, so they’re easy to pick up when you only have a few minutes, and the title, IN LOVE AND PAJAMAS is totally perfect for the year we’ve had of staying at home.

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Catana comics is of course always adorable. This was another great installation of comics of John and Catana's life. This one was probably the sappiest one she has written so far and it lost me in those cases. Otherwise it was the usual witty, funny, and adorable content we all know and love from Catana comics.

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Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me a copy of this book!

Catana has been one of my favorite online comic artists for a long time, so I was super excited to read this book!

Each comic is a short 2-6 panel slice of life between the couple (the artist and her husband). I love these so much because they are always cute, happy, and so so real!

This book was cute and fun and a quick read. The activities the characters do always remind me of myself and my partner, so they make me very happy!

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Thank you to @netgalley, the publisher and author for gifting me this free ARC in exchange for my honest review.
I have been a fan of Catanas work for a while on Instagram and when I saw this book on Netgalley I had to read it.
The artwork is so lovely and I adore the situations Catana and her love go through day to day...
I am going to try and get my hands on the previous 2 books because they are the cutest couple ever!!

I would recommend this to every couple, no matter how long they've been together. This just warms a person's soul....

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This was so cute :))

It could be a perfect gift for yourself or your loved ones or friends who are so in love, you can't look at them sometimes :D

I loved the author's previous works and this one is not an exception :)

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I loved it. Like older comics by Catana, it is fluffy, cute, warm, and perfect as a Valentine's Day gift. I see myself gifting this book for someone I love as gift

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I love her comics so so much, me and my boyfriend find ourselves in them often. I always smile or laugh while reading them. They are cute and sweet and it shows you how love really is.

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— thanks to #NetGalley and the publisher Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me with the arc of #InLoveandPajamas in exchange for an honest opinion.

AHHHH this was SO cute!!! it’s my first comic book by this author but could not be the last! my friends are now coercing me into bingeing all the other books and i just might!

the art style was simple and so adorable. i found myself awww-ing and giggling at some of these comics and overall finished it with a feel-good fuzzy warmth!

just. so. cute.

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Super cute! I love Catana Comics and every time I read them I want to share them with other people. She accurately captures true love in the most wholesome of ways. Can't wait to read many more that she shares. :)

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I first came across Chetwynd when I read Snug and have been following her on Instagram since, regularly sharing the highly relatable comic with my loved ones.

In Love & Pajamas combines so favourite comics with 50% previously unseen art. I loved this book just as much as Snug and definitely will be sharing some of these comics with my loved ones too! Anybody in a healthy, loving relationship is sure to be able to relate to scenarios that Chetwynd features.

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I totally love this comic series. John and Catana are such a cute, supportive and relatable couple. I often feel like they're talking about my boyfriend and me.
I love the way she shares their quirks in this series.
This has a comfy and loving atmosphere, which made me feel at home. Oh, and it made me laugh a lot, too.

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In Love & Pajamas is a simple yet lovely look into the mundane moments of a relationship. Catana Chetwynd depicts the soft, warm moments of domesticity that we all need a precious reminder of. Though her comics focus on her own relationship with her fiance, Chetwynd manages to reach beyond the romance and into the true intimacy of their relationship which is where she touches on those truly relatable moments. You don't have to be engaged or romantically involved at all to experience the joys of being able to be your true, weird self with another person, and that's what In Love & Pajamas is about, the moments where you can be yourself and embraced by someone you love.

This was a quick read, but one I know I'll be coming back to when I need a sweet little pick-me-up. Chetwynd's comics may look simple, but the emotional depth she manages to put in just a few lines on a page is astounding.

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This is adorable and relatable. It's such a feel-good representation of the author's loving relationship. Read it with someone you love.

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I received an early copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.

I follow Catana Chetwynd on social media and I love her. Every bit of this book made me smile. Her comics are very relatable, as I was constantly grabbing my boyfriend to shove comics from this book under his nose and exclaiming, "It's us!" Chetwynd's art style is adorable and I love how the simplicity of the comics still speak volumes. A quick and enjoyable read!

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This comic is just flat out adorable! I'm not sure if it was intentional or coincidental but the timing of these cutesy couple staying home in pajamas is just quarantine relationship goals! Pick this up for a sweet little read that will be out just in time for Valentine's day!

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A new Catana book! If you’ve seen her other comics before than you know what to expect already. If not, prepare for page after page of a happy, neurotic, deeply-in-love couple who enjoy naps, coffee, snacks and, above all, each other.

Catana’s style is simplistic and adorable, perfectly fitting for these happy little moments. If you have a partner you’ll find yourself showing them specific cartoons -- lots of them -- and getting nods and smiles. If you don’t have a partner at the moment, consider “In Love & Pajamas” a relationship goal.

I didn't think this one was quite as strong as her first two, "Little Moments of Love" and "Snug," but that's mostly because I got just what I was expecting with no surprises and sometimes, that's just what you want.

Catana writes about a couple I'd like to be friends with.

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I loved how simple and easy of a read that this comic was! This book was a collection of funny. comforting, and relatable comic strips that are guaranteed to make you smile as much as I did while reading them. I definitely recommend putting your sweats on and laying on the couch while reading this because it just made it so much cozier. Will definitely be picking this up again and reading more by this author.

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I loved this book. I feel it perfectly sums up what it is like to be in a relationship with someone who truly is your other half and best friend. Although it’s told through illustration and meant to be lighthearted, it captures a relationship perfectly. It made me grateful to have found my other half. There were so many pages I ran over to show him for us to relate too. We will definitely be purchasing a copy to keep on our shelf!

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All Catana Chetwynd books are amazing and this one is no different. Reading In Love & Pajamas puts the reader in such a happy mood. So many relatable scenes.

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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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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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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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<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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I have been a fan of Catana comics for a while now and reading this adorable book during the lockdown has been really joyful.
The best way to read this book is to just flip to any page and you might find yourself revisiting life’s small, everyday moments.

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

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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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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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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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**I received an ARC from the publisher on Netgalley in exchange for an honest review

This comic book is super cute! Couldn't get enough of it.

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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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I haven't read Catana's first two books but I cannot imagine that they will be able to top this one. This book glorifies that version of love that I enjoy the most - the day in and day out thoughtfulness of two people who love each other and who want better for their partner than they do for themselves. This is the part of love we don't see in romcoms and romance novels. This is after the meet-cute and the first blow up misunderstanding. This is the constancy of love we are all aiming for but no one really tells you what it looks like. The author seems to find a moment everyday to laugh with and appreciate John and in return he does the same for her. This book brings home the idea that being comfortable around each other isn't the absence of romance, it is the bullseye we all aim for in life. To be so comfortably <em>yourself</em> with another person <em>and</em> so happy....bliss.

The first time through, I did start to wonder if these two sweethearts were a bit co-dependent. This is the difficulty with collections isn't it? What is meant to be consumed with time built in-between is binged. By reading every strip back-to-back I created a different feeling than the author, who was writing these one at a time day after day, intended.

When I read the book a second time (try to resist, its impossible!) I was struck instead that this kind of love can be shared between two non-romantic people as well. These are the things we do for anyone we love, children, parents, and friends. Sigh. I just fell in love with the book again.

Whether you are looking for a book that will convince you that love is real, a quick pick-me-up comic book, or even a Valentine's Gift for someone special in your life, this book will fit the bill to perfection. The book is available for pre-order now and will be in bookstores everyone on February 2, 2021!</p>

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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 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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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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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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I loved this super cute and adorable comic! I was surprised by just how sweet it was! I can't wait to read more from this author in the future

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This a heart worming and chill illustration compilation from the brilliant Catana Comic, that will melt your heart and would help you deal with the love of your life!

In its traditional format and design (which is cute as fluffy), Catana Comics present experience of a couple's life that can be relatable in so many levels and that will help you find the love in the small things that our "beloved" tend to make to annoy us (and us to them).

I sweet compilation that will be treasure specially in does pj days!

An e-ARC of this book was kindly provided by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

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Thank you to Net Galley and Andrew McMeel Publishing for letting me read an early copy of In Love & Pajamas! This comic was so cute and wholesome! It brought me back to things I did early in my dating relationship with my now husband and we still do some of these things today. If your in a relationship or love cute relationship things I highly suggest picking this one up, you won't be sorry! I will definitely be checking out more from Catana Chetwynd and picking up a final copy of this when it releases!

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Catana's comics have been appearing on my Instagram feed for years, so I was really happy to have found this one on NetGalley. Most of the time, the comics on social media only work online and rarely in book format. But this one works so well as there is a common theme running each page throughout the book.

The drawing style is simplistic, which does help the message of the book: love and relationship between two people. Maybe it is because I have been such a big fan of Catana's comics, I truly love this book. It is also relatable to a lot of people since there are not many specific situations in this book except maybe extroverts could have a hard time relating to the content. The scenes mostly focus on staying at home and helping each other at hard times, which was really sweet.

I received this book not long ago and finished it in less than 20 minutes. It is extremely easy to read and perfect for the times you are in need of a calming fun alone time.

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This was such a cute, adorable and relatable collection of comics! From each page, I felt my heart flutter. Catana and John have my heart! Absolutely so sweet. I actually laughed out loud reading a few of them because It reminded me so much of my own relationship.
I really liked the art style as well! It paired really well with the minimal dialogue in each comic. So simple, yet it gave me all the feels.
If you are in the mood for feeling fuzzy and warm inside and missing your partner, this will do the trick.

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Introverted Couple Goals!
Having read ‘Little Moments of Love’ a couple of years ago, I was so excited when I had the opportunity to read Catana Comics’ upcoming release, ‘In Love and Pajamas’. Each of these comics perfectly catches the embarrassing shared moments of pure intimacy between a couple; moments that make you realise that maybe all other couples are as weird as you. From the shameless clingy-ness, back scratchies and secretly relishing a night-in, each of these pages had me smiling to myself, bursting to go over to my husband and say, “It’s us!”.

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I love how Catana Chetwynd continues to capture the special and ordinary moments with her favorite person. Her comics are adorable and so relatable, and it's fun and heartwarming to see parts of our own relationships. Just like with SNUG, I'm able to enjoy the love expressed in this book with a fondness for my favorite person who is no longer with me.

Something that I love about IN LOVE & PAJAMAS is that you can open the book to any page and have a little chuckle. These comics make the mundane fun. There were some comics that made me literally laugh out loud and it was truly wonderful to feel those moments of joy.

I cannot wait to have a copy of IN LOVE & PAJAMAS of my own so I can pick it up any time I may need a pick me up. AND it includes stickers!!

IN LOVE & PAJAMAS would make a wonderful gift for the person who you like to snuggle with the most.

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I adore Catana's work and I have her previous book "Little moments of Love".
She keeps the same recipe: illustrations of everyday adorable moments between a loving couple.
I can't wait to buy this one too!!

I was provided an advanced digital copy of the book from the publisher via Netgalley for review purposes, all opinions are my own.

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This book was just so adorable, cute and heartwarming! Exactly what is needed for this crazy world right now! Loved this so much!

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I received an eARC copy in exchange for an honest review from Andrews McMeel Publishing via NetGalley.

In Love & Pajamas is the first Catana's collection of comics that landed in my hands, and I promised myself I would read more of them, such as Snug.

What I loved the most about this collection is that it made me feel loved too. This charming little book made me feel loved, made me feel wanted, appreciated, and it made me feel cosy and comfortable in my fuzzy pyjama under the blanket while reading it.

This read was well worth the hot chocolate getting slightly cold while getting lost in my thoughts and being reminded of my favourite childhood characters from Kim Casali's Love Is... cartoons. I still adore Kim Casali's work, and Catana did a great job of reminding me about Casali's Love Is...

These comics are super cute, super relatable, lovable, comforting and, above all, they put a smile on your face while reading them.

P. S. If you ever thought of gifting a cute comic book to someone you love and care about, and you want to show them how you feel about them, look no further; In Love & Pajamas is the perfect birthday present.

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I already knew I was going to completely love this collection as I love following Catana on Instagram and many of these comics were posted there. This collection is so sweet and heartwarming, and to me really spoke to the goofiness of relationships.

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This is my first comics by Catana and it was so adorable. This couples comic shows so many moments that I am sure every couple would relate to. The comic strips are based on Catana’s own relationship with her partner. They are cute and funny. Really enjoyed this and now I am looking forward to reading her backlist work.

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5/5

Can I say I literally pouted when I finished this book? I wanted more drawings! Not that there weren't enough, there were plenty, I just wanted to be absorbed in this book longer and longer.

I absolutely loved it and I cannot thank Netgalley and the publisher enough to let me read this early. This would be an amazing Valentine's Day gift (If you're into those) but also generally a great gift for someone you live with, someone you love and/or someone you are with. Even if you're not gifting it someone, it's such a sweet thing to go through yourself. It filled up my hearth with joy. I cannot even describe a negative about these comics and I cannot wait to see the other collections of comics she has released, and I am going to follow her to see which ones she'll release next.

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Sweet, simple, silly, super relatable.

I always find myself smiling reading these comics and this next installment is no exception. It’s nice to have cozy models of love out there in the mix, too.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for an SRC in exchange fir ja honest review.

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This is the cutest collection of comics. I see so much of myself and my love relationships in them. It's truly a reflection of how wonderful things can be between two people who love and embrace each other for who they are. A great gift for your significant other!

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This is a really cute story. Whether you are in a relationship or not, I think you can find some reliability and adorableness in this story. This would make the perfect Valentines Day gift for you or your loved ones.

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In Love & Pajamas is the third comic collection by Catana Chetwynd. Taking inspiration from her life, especially her relationship with her now husband, John, Chetwynd details their relationship in short four panel comics. This is a book full of sweetness, love, friendship and joy.

I loved that while the moments she portrayed was of her own relationship, there was enough familiarity that anyone can relate to it, whether it is staying home, going out, interacting with friends or just showing the small moments that make up a relationship in the day-t0-day life.

It is a perfect antidote to the current world and a great escape. I can't wait to see more of the Catana comics in the future.

Note: I received an advance copy of the book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

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I thought this was such a cute collection of comics that really highlights the quiet moments of a relationship that you rarely get in romance stories. So often, it's all about the new beginnings of a relationship, when both are nervous and everything is fresh. And those stories are fun to read about, but you don't often get highlights of a relationship after they are both entirely comfortable with each other. I also saw a lot of myself in Catana which always makes a book more enjoyable. I thought the art style was really cute and pleasing as well!

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The illustrations are adorable. I first found out about these little comics through Facebook, and would send them to my boyfriend on occasion because we're long distance and it was a way for me to tell him I was thinking of him.

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"In Love & Pajamas" is another lovely comic collection by Catana Chetwynd. As a fan and Instagram follower of Catana, I had seen a few of these comics before, but a lot of them were new and completely adorable.

I bought her previous books, "Little Moments of Love" and "Snug," so this was the first of her books I read in a digital format, which I actually liked a bit more. Most of these little comics are so relatable and show how the small, everyday things bring couples closer together.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing an ARC for my honest review.

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I love slice of life comics like this. Chetwynd's vignettes are super cute. I love the sweet moments between her and John. My husband and I have been together nearly 20 years so it was nice to see little reminders of how we were in the early years and what moments have continued on so many years later. The book is a bit on the short side, but its size makes it a nice gift for a significant other.

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I love Catana Chetwynd's comics. She captures life in such a way that I am jealous to my soul that I don't have a John of my own. *Sigh* Everyday silliness and comparable weirdness is a recipe for romance and a great Catana collection.

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I have always loved Catana comics and I enjoy watching/reading them on IG, but having it in a book format makes it better just because I can keep reading them over and over again (I can't wait to have a physical copy in my hands). The stories are really cute and relatable, I think every person who decides to read this book is going to find something they can relate to at least in one of the stories.

Is a book you can pick up when you are feeling slumpy or sad. A book you can read when you are in the mood for something sweet and easy to get into. The only sad part of this book is that is so easy to read that you might finish it in under an hour and be craving more. Love it and would recommend everyone to pick it up.

This is the second book from Catana that I read and I can't pick a favorite one. Can't wait for the next one.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

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I am not at all surprised that this is my first 𝟓 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 of the year. To say I love 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬 would be a hefty understatement.⁣

𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬, my husband but then boyfriend, actually discovered 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬 before me and was tagging me in the super cute and relatable panels each time he happened upon them on 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤. On one of our many 𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 outings, he even bought me a physical copy of 𝘓𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘔𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘓𝘰𝘷𝘦.⁣

𝘐𝘯 𝘓𝘰𝘷𝘦 & 𝘗𝘢𝘫𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘴 is a beautiful continuation of the love story that is 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐚 and 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧. I love how 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐚 so perfectly portrays the beauty of becoming truly close to and completely and utterly comfortably with another person, your person. I can’t tell you how many times I said to 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬 that this is 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 an 𝘦𝘹𝘢𝘤𝘵 portrayal of our relationship because of that very reason: we are 100% our true selves with each other, 𝐰𝐞𝐢𝐫𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐥𝐥.⁣

The art style of these comics is so cute, I could honestly stare at them all day. The fun-loving energy is incredibly portrayed in the lines and the eyes and the simplicity. I just love it so much.⁣

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As always, an adorable collection of comics! If you want something light and relatable, this is definitely a good choice!

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Catana Chetwynd is my absolute favourite cartoonist by a long shot. I found her drawings on Instagram and my boyfriend and I would constantly send each other the new posts that Catana would put out. I already own her two other books, Snug and Little Moments of Love but this one is just so good. I can relate to her relationship with John, and her cute little dog.

Her cartoons make me smile, and laugh, and remind me that people are just like me! We are happy, we’re sad, we’re empathetic, tired, angry and all of these feelings are valid.

I recommend Catana’s comics to everyone and send them to anyone I can relate to them with.

I will buy all of Catana’s books, and congratulate her on all her success!

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I've been following Catana's comics on social media for a few years now and simply adore her comics. I loved *In Love & Pajamas*, with all of its quirky, adorable, relatable, and hilarious moments. I laughed out loud several times, including when John asks Catana if she drove his car and when Catana asks John if he slipped on the ice outside. There were some that I didn't even realize the relatability of until I saw them, like the one about looking at housing despite not being in the market to shop for a house. I absolutely loved how this book portrays all the small moments of a relationship. This book was the perfect way to decompress after a stressful day at work!

A thank you to Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC.

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In the introduction Catana and John say that this book is about being able to be yourself with your partner and embracing your partner’s quirks, even when they are ridiculous and embarrassing. It is about feeling safe to be vulnerable and real with the person you love. This is a time when folks have been with their partners a lot more than usual, between working from home or underemployment, so in many ways this is a timely book.

For those familiar with Catana Comics, this collection is largely what readers have come to expect (and appreciate). As promised, there are silly moments, relationship quirks, extreme introvert tendencies, and reminders that men’s fashion and women’s fashion are brutally different in ways that are deeply unfair to women. There is more of a focus on being a supportive partner in this book, and both John and Catana’s characters seem to experience more bad days over the course of the book, though no mention is made of COVID-19, which will make this more of a timeless read in years to come.

In Love and Pajamas feels like a much shorter book than Snug or Little Moments of Love, and it’s true that it has a lower page count, but I think the reason it feels shorter is because more of the comics are wordless, so there is very little reading to do. Possibly it feels shorter because many of the comics are very similar to one another, or to previous comics. Which is fine - Catana has found a niche and is occupying it splendidly, but of the three published volumes of her comics, I would not say this is the strongest, or even the second-strongest.

That said! This is a really good book, particularly for gifting, and on no less than a dozen occasions I wanted to wake my partner up to show him a comic, but as loving and supporting as my partner is, waking him up before 7 a.m. to show him a comic would be an unkindness. I’ll just wait until he’s had his coffee.

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A sweet collection of comics displaying the lovely, relatable, quirky, and very real relationship the author and her partner have. Super fun read.

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I relate so much to Catana's comics. I think that the biggest appeal of her illustrations is that it captures the little moments we all experience and can relate to. In Love & Pajamas made me feel just as warm and fuzzy as her last two books.

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This was such a cute collection of short comics! Just knowing that this is based on the artist's real relationship makes it all the more wholesome.

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If you love this comic or even if you have a relationship that leaves you comfortable in your own skin, you need this book! Every time I pick it up, it makes me smile. The reality of what life is like when you have a partner you are completely comfortable with is captured so perfectly on every page. From the weirdness of relationships to the mundane, this book captures it all.

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Oh my goodness I had so much fun reading this. I related to it so much with my husband. Super cute and made me go “yep, that’s us.” A lot.

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The situations are so cute and relatable. A delightful read. Very relatable for couples *cries in single*.
Only read this if you like fluffy couple jokes. It's sweeter than cotton candy. Maybe you get a cavity!

Thank you Netgalley for the ARC!

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This review needs to begin with how much I absolutely love and adore Catana’s comics. I’m not entirely sure how long I’ve been following her, but it was certainly before her first book!

I cannot tell you how many times I have sent Cantana’s comics to my boyfriend and said, “look! That’s totally us!!” (Example: John complaining that he was freezing the night before while she says she was warm, and it just so happened that it was because she’d stolen ALL the sheets the night before!)

The comics are relatable and just good fun— like John being taller than her and each frame is her calling him over to do things she can’t reach (I am ALWAYS doing this!); or how you text when you’re first in a relationship (“I can’t wait for wine by the fire tonight!”) to now (“Look at this dog video!!!” Which is why I’m so obsessed with her comics! They are just real and down-to-Earth.

Thanks so much to NetGalley and the publisher for this advanced copy!!

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Catana Chetwynd continues to create the sweetest, most relatable relationship comics about her and her husband. This is her third collection and it continues to be heartwarming and hilarious.

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In Love & Pajamas is the sweetest, funniest set of comics about love and relationships.

I absolutely adored these comics! I ended up being so giggly excited that I couldn't help but continually suggest it to my friends as I was reading it. It's relatable, all about being yourself and just so darn adorable. It's so sweet and friendly and simplistic. I love it! This is the kind of comics I love - easy to read, easy to binge or simply pick up whenever, and really fun.

If you're seeking a safe, friendly and fun book that won't stress you out - grab this book. It's well worth the money. Honestly, it's one of my new favourites and I'm recommending it to anyone seeking something soft, light and fluffy.

Five out of five stars.

Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me a free copy of this book in exchange of an honest review.

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Thank you NetGalley for giving me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

The cover is simple but beautiful. The colors and the illustration are adorable.

I've seen this artist's work on social media before, and I actually sought out her books. I was SOOO excited to find this on NetGalley truly. I'll be purchasing a copy for myself soon!

I'd definitely read more books by this author.

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I super loved the artwork and the content.
It was very cute.
I read in single sitting.
Its very beautiful. .

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I absolutely adore these two!
In Love and Pajamas is another collection of strips about the relationship between Catana and John, their life together.
Catana Comics are always so cute and the LOL kind of funny and and so incredibly relatable?!
Each and every strip is like: YES, that is SO me and my girl, isn't that hilarious and adorable?!

Honestly, they're just heart warming and fun and make me feel so happy and light and the world seem like a better place. Literally, my heart and spirit lift up!
And how precious and nice is it to have something that just puts you in a good mood in the span of a few seconds? So. Precious. That's the correct answer :3

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Gigantic thanks to Andrews McMeel Publishing and Netgalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This was my first time reading Catana's comics and I am so glad I did. Catana's art is so fun and cozy! Her comics are warming, heartfelt and feel good. These comics are inspired by her life and her real-life beau. These comics show the reality of true love and the amusing moments that happen by accident. I loved this and I will be getting a hardcopy for my library so I can read it whenever I want to.

I gave this comic collection 5 stars. I will be reading it again and I recommend to anyone who needs something warm and cozy book in their life!

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Just like with her previous collection, Little Moments of Love, I had a great time with this book! (still haven't read Snug: A Collection of Comics about Dating Your Best Friend, but it's coming!)

It was very relatable, funny and sweet: it depicts a healthy and long-lasting relationship and how it evolved to this state of "love and pajamas" where we can just be ourselves with each other without artifices. It's still super strange to recognize my couple in some situations!

Still loved the illustrations of course! And even while following Catana on Instagram, I still read strips I never saw before!

Of course, I 100% recommend!

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Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a temporary digital advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

I've followed Catana's comics on Instagram for a long time so I was excited when I saw this book pop up on NetGalley. It was fun, it was light, it made me laugh out loud several times. Honestly, it sometimes felt like it was written about me! This is a collection of both favorites and new comics that'll put a smile on your face. Very relatable, well drawn, and a nice break from the world.

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Catana is a treasure and must be protected at all costs. Anyone who’s seen her comics knows that she perfectly captures the little weird things that happen in a relationship.

While I will forever like the first book, Little Moments of Love, the best, I can say that this one is a solid addition. Anyone who enjoys her comics about her relationship with John will happily enjoy this too.

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Catana Comics never disappoints! I started follow Catana on instagram only recently, so most of the comics in this book was completely new to me. This was another hilarious, adorable, and highly relatable collection of comics. I can't say much more about it, it's a light read for anyone who's experienced that comfortable love :)

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an eARC in exchange for my honest review.

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Adorable!
This is the first time I checked out Catana's comics. One of my 2021 reading goals is to read more graphic novels and comics. The cover spoke to my inner romantic. In Love & Pajamas did not disappoint - funny, relatable, and simply precious. Thanks to Netgalley and Andrews McNeely Publishing for this ARC!
And yes, my boyfriend and I read this together in our pajamas! 💜

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I  received a free digital copy of this book from Netgalley for an honest review.

As always, I freaking love everything Catana has done! The cute little pictures and realistic scenarios!

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super cute collection of comics that show the sweetest, cutest and funniest moments about love and relationships.

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In Love & Pajamas is a heartwarming, sweet and fun slice-of-life collection by artist Catana Chetwynd. If you are on social media, especially on Instagram, it is a high chance you probably came across at least one of her comics. I've been a fan of her work for quite some time and I could not pass the chance to get an early copy of her new book.

All of the comics in the book are sweet, fun and relatable. Catana and her boyfriend's adventures and antics are not only relatable and entertaining but also show us how precious having a partner who understands your weirdness, loves you not despite of it but because of it and be weird with you. I also want to point out that although Catana and John's comics are romantic in nature because of their romantic relationship, you can still relate to them even if you're single because comics also show us they are also very good friends. I think it is important to have people who understands your differences, love you because of them and be different, weird or quirky with you in your life. These people could be your friends, your siblings, your parents or your partner. Most importantly you can be that person who celebrates your loved ones' peculiarities.

In Love & Pajamas was such a treat to read. It can make your difficult day more bearable and make you smile. If you liked this collection you can follow Catana Chetwynd on social media as @catanacomics or on her Catana Comics website.

*ARC provided by NatGalley in exchange for my honest review. Thank you NetGalley, the publisher and the author for early copy of the book.

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‘In love and pajamas’ is exactly what you’d hope it to be - adorably quirky, smile-inducing and absolute adorable.

Full of cute little comics in the well-loved Catana style, this collection captures the sweet and not-so moments of being in a long-term relationship and all the hilarity that happens when you know someone a little too well.

This book would be a perfect little present for a partner or just fun to flick through when you want a little smile.

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The artist Catana has an amazing ability to make intimate personal moments seem universal. At times it felt like she was able to look into my relationship and present me with a drawing of it. Moments like making coffee, walking halfway to the bedroom before turning back and getting something for my spouse; to the true uses of a couch provided relatable content that warmed my soul.

Tender, loving, cute, nerdy, and wonderful. Looking at Catana’s drawings are like having a conversation with a good friend who always understands you.

Note: I received an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

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I started following Catana Comics on Instagram a few years ago. I have always loved their illustrations and the situations they represent in their drawings. I have been in a relationship for more than 8 years and I do feel really represented in most of the pages.

I do own and read the first book they published and I loved it! I was super excited when I see this early copy available at Netgalley as I had just seen it announced on Catana's Instagram profile.

This is a perfect book about love, friendship, finding your other half, your real other half, who you can be weird with, cry, laugh, be lazy, etc.

In Love & Pajamas is a phenomenal quick read for everyone who wants to 're-live' some of the most special moments someone can live with his/her partner. Absolutely recommend it to everyone!

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Thank you so much to NetGalley for providing me with this early copy.

Although these comics are by no means groundbreaking, they accomplish exactly what they set out to do. As a newlywed (but also someone who has been in a relationship for almost 6 years), these comics are a bright spot that I like to go back to when I just need something to cheer me up. I also love seeing how many weird things my husband and I do that we aren't alone in. My favourite thing is actually flagging the ones I relate to the most and showing them to my husband and getting his reaction--always a great bonding activity!

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I love these comics. They are so cute and relatable and share worthy. I would buy this as a coffee table book to share.

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Catana Chetwynd does it again. This collection of comics captures the small moments that make life more bearable. It's wholesome, cute, and leaves you feeling a bit lighter. As a single woman, I couldn't help but be a bit envious of the love and connection that the two characters have.

This graphic novel is sure to be a hit for any couple this valentines day. It's a quick read that is sure to make you smile.

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This book was incredibly cute from start to finish. In addition to featuring some of my favourite strips, «In Love & Pajamas» discovers a new window into the intimacy of this not-so-ficticious-couple.

The best thing about Catana's drawing is how natural they seem and how easy it is to see ourselves in both Catana and John. It's not a perfect romantic love every day and it doesn't need to be, it just has to be real. In the reality of Catana and John we find what real love is, comfort in one another, support and funny (and not-so funny) moments.

Definitelly a proof of why Catana is still one of the best strip artist of the internet and a perfect Valentine's Day gift.

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Such a sweet book! Thoroughly enjoyed every moment of this adorable cartoon couple and their relationship! Sweet, funny, and relatable! A quick and lovely read that really made me smile!

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This was adorable! It really just made me feel warm and happy inside as I clicked through the comics. Highly recommend to anyone in the mood for a little romance.

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With simple strokes and few words the life of an adorable couple came alive in every strip of this comic. A cozy read. I loved it.
Thanks NetGalley and Andrews McMell publishing for the digital ARC for honest review.

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Thank you so much to Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this comic collection. This is something if you are missing the love of your life or are in that stage in your relationship where you are best friends as well as loves, that you can read and have warm fuzzy feels. You do not have to read this comic collection all at once in order to appreciate it. I think also this is the perfect valentine's present for your significant other (especially if you are in a long distance relationship). I know some people are not a fan of the artstyle, but I truly think the content can assist in overlooking that tidbit. Because of these points, I have to give this comic collection a 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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In Love & Pajamas by Catana Chetwynd is a cute, engrossing and engaging read. It's my first time reading one of her phenomenal works. I'm truly taken in the humorous yet delightful stories interspersed in sequential arts of the couple's daily life. Before diving into this hilarious piece, I was made to understand that this couple's daily life is inspired by Chetwynd's own relationship - with her fiance, John. So, yes, on the cover, you can see the illustrations of Chetwynd and John. They're pretty cute, aren't they? Well, it's cuter as you go flipping the pages.

The book parades a-sneak-peek facets into the couple's daily life. As I perused through, there are times when the couple loves to tease each other. Their daily life is fully brimmed with heartwarming scenes, as well as interwoven with the skits that can make readers laugh and squeal with glee. Yet, sometimes, the couple has it worse too. Especially when they experience drawbacks, they know how to fix their relationship back. Love is supposed to be like this. The ones whom you love should love you wholeheartedly, not just by your appearance but also embracing your flaws in all its glory.

What falls short to me is some of scenes are apologetically unrelatable to me. Maybe this book will be deliciously savoured by those who are married or having intimate relationships. Nevertheless, it can be read and enjoyed by all ages.

Thank you Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review. This book will be released on 2nd February 2021.

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I LOVE these comics! I cannot help but smile whenever I read them.

Thank you Netgalley for the advanced copy!

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Catana Chetwynd's new comic book, "In Love & Pajamas" is the next chapter in her life with John. It is much of the same from her previous collection, "Snug." It is a laugh-out-loud snapshot of the ridiculousness about relationships between a man and a woman.

From waking up without any covers on you in the middle of the night, to remembering to get your partner a coffee in the morning to getting ready in 5 minutes when you are running late in the morning, Ms. Chetwynd covers the numerous endearing and hilarious happenings in the day-to-day in a relationship.

This was a great collection to give your loved one to remind her of how much you care about her. Guys, Valentine's Day is right around the corner!

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If you liked Soppy by Philippa Rice, you should also like In Love & Pajamas by Catana Chetwynd. The book is made up of short comics that describe various aspects of a happy relationship. The comics are simple and in black and white, but also cute and relatable.

Note: I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley. I was not compensated in any other fashion for the review and the opinions reflected below are entirely my own. Special thanks to the publisher and author for providing the copy.

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Thought the book was really cute. I enjoyed it very much, and think it would make a great gift.

All my thoughts are in this video review, which will go live on pub date at 8am EST: https://youtu.be/3TeBcnwX4gc

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Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

I've followed Catana's comics on instagram so I'm familiar with her comic style and themes. Her comics were endlessly relatable and a joy to read.

Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC.

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This comic was so cute. The art was beautiful. I absolutely enjoyed this one. There was humour, cuteness and everyday realistic adorable moments. If you love love and love all the cute quirky things that come with love and being in a relationship then this is definitely for you.

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Thanks to NetGalley and Andrew McMeel Publishing for allowing me to read this comic collection in exchange for an honest review.

If you've been anywhere on the internet, chances are you've come across Catana Comics before at least once. The sweet and relatable depictions of every day life with your partner always bring a smile to my face and this collection doesn't disappoint in the slightest.

Now, I'll say that I've seen my fair share of Catana Comics floating around facebook and twitter so I was expecting to see a few familiar ones, but nope. Every page was a surprise. I think this would be the perfect gift for your significant other or a favorite couple in your life. It is incredibly wholesome and positive, something we desperately need these days.

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These comics make me smile so much! I love reading them and then showing them to my husband to be like, “Look, it’s us!” From the lounging on the couch to not wanting to leave our bed to always wanting to squeeze his peach. I’m sure a ton of couples can relate to all of the cute antics they also get up to. This book is just so so cute!

*Thanks NetGalley for an advanced copy.

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In Love & Pajamas is just as adorable as the previous Catana Comics collections. It does not disappoint! Relatable, hilarious, and heart-warming. The perfect read for Valentine's Day, COVID style.

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This book is filled with cute comics that show relatable glimpses into everyday domestic bliss. Those in happy relationships will love it for being honest, adorable, and not too sappy - it's a perfect Valentine's gift. . Many thanks to Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for the advance copy.

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I requested this because whenever I see Catana's comics online I love them! This collection was so so SO cute! So many of the comics are super relatable and reminded me of my partner and I. I will always look forward to everything this author does in the future

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I received an ARC of In Love & Pajamas thanks to the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

The Catana comics have been a part of my husband and I's 'cuteness' for the past few years. Every once and a while I'll give a picture of one of the comics sent to me with something along the lines of 'this is us'. My husband has bought me the first two books and we plan on getting this one as well, even though I have already read it.

I love love love these. The art style is adorable. The strip are typically one page long so very quick to read. Each and everyone make me smile. If you have not heard of Catana comics, you absolutely need to look them up right now for a quick pick-me-up! I cannot wait to add the physical copy to my shelves and flip through it whenever I feel down or in need of uber-cuteness.

Must read!

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Thank you so much to the publisher and Netgalley for the free copy of this ARC in exchange for an honest review. These are my honest opinion of the book and are not influenced by anyone.

I could scream from the top of the mountain that I love and adore Catana’s comics! 😻 I am one of her loyal followers on Instagram, who make sure I share her comics (more like spam her comics in my man’s inbox 😂). So, as soon as I saw this was available on NetGalley, I stopped everything I was doing and downloaded this one!

And glad was I reading it! Catana’s art style is simplistic but really cute and adorable. Every single comic in the book was so darn relatable that I couldn’t stop myself from smiling and even laughing at some parts!

I flew through this book in a blink of an eye, but my heart was savoring every single one of the comic strip. I’ve yet to read her other books, but I will surely be picking her backlist graphic novels soon!

In love and pajamas, demonstrate the daily life of Catana and her other half, in a cute, adorable, and relatable style that’ll surely melt your heart and win you over!

This book is really heartwarming, wholesome and perfect if you’re looking for:

• Cute, light, and fluffy book!
• Fast read!
• Relatable things in a relationship told through
Instagram comics-style graphic novel!

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I've read the other books by this author and have seen some comics around online as well. I have always found her work to be relatable. This book had a lot of fun and short comics of a straight relationship. I could identify with a lot of the scenes depicted and found quite a few of them chuckle worthy.

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While I enjoyed Catana Chetwynd’s first collection, it was a bit too cutesy for me. This one, however, struck a different chord with me. While it’s still pretty cutesy, it’s also a bit toned down and more about being an established couple. Plus, after 2020, who doesn’t need something pure and sweet?



The general theme of the collection is being loved, weirdness and all, and for the most part, I found the comics charming and worth a giggle. I wouldn’t say they’re laugh-out-loud funny, and that’s not the intent. They’re not the kind of comics you have to send to everyone because “omg it’s so funny,” they’re the ones you send to your significant other because they remind you of your relationship. There’s lots of silliness about choosing to stay in and cuddle rather than going out, bits about their dog, and just generally how weird they are, together.



The artist has a very recognizable style, with characters with adorably big heads and eyes. It’s deceptively simple line art done mostly in greyscale, but the characters are still very expressive, though John’s beard/hair combo took a little to get used to. The lettering also emphasizes roundness (and adds to the cuteness) but I found it easily readable.



Overall, this collection has perfect timing, as it’s the exact sort of thing I could see someone buying their significant other for Valentine’s Day.

I received an advance review copy of this book from NetGalley. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

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Ridiculously cute and sweet! The art was adorable, the couple relatable, and the whole thing was just heartwarming. I need to go back and read Little Moments of Love and Snug, and I can’t wait!

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SO CUTE!
I love Catana and her comics are really relatable for me and my partner, minus a dog and adding a cat.
So many of these became a sticker for my messenger and I love her.

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My Review:⭐️⭐⭐⭐⭐/ 5 stars

I have been a huge fan of Catana’s comics for a few years now so I was ecstatic to find out there was a new book just in time for Valentines Day. I send these pictures of this adorable couple to my husband on an almost daily basis exclaiming, “IT US / IT ME!” This is a great gift to a partner - these drawings are just so darn cute!

Thank you to Andrew McMeel Publishing and Netgalley for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!

US Pub Date: February 2, 2021

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Thanks so much to the author, Andrews McMeel Publishing, and NetGalley for the complimentary advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest thoughts. All opinions are entirely my own. { partner } All of my reviews can also be found on Instagram @Tackling_TBR and on my blog at tacklingtbr.home.blog

You guys, I love these comic collections so much. There isn't too much to say other than I really love them. Catana Comics brought me so much joy during a hard time in my life, and ever since then I buy each new collection that comes out. I share them with my husband as I read them as well, since so many of our messages on Facebook and Instagram include sending these comics back and forth to each other. They make me laugh as I read them, and whenever I am having a bit of a hard day I know that I can take one of these collections off of my bookshelf and reread them to brighten my morning.

I would absolutely recommend these comic collections to anyone. They are quick, light, wholesome, and heartwarming reads. I think that these are perfect to read on a grey and drizzly day, or maybe just to keep by your bed to read one when you wake up in the morning, to start your day off on a bright note.

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I love Catana Comics! They remind me so much of me and my husband. The cuteness and love in the relationship are heartwarming and comforting.

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This collection of comics depicts sweet everyday moments between Catana and her fiancé.

I love her cartooning style and how she highlights ordinary moments that are really quite special. This is the perfect, cozy read for Valentine’s Day.

Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel for this eARC.

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I am a big fan of this artists comics, they are always so relatable and adorable and this book is no exception.

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This book was charming! I had previously seen Catana Comics on social media and would always enjoy how sweet and healthy they were, so when I saw this book, I was thrilled. It lived up to and surpassed my memories of the ones I used to see on social media. I enjoy how genuine each set feels. The comics are absolutely adorable, illustrate a healthy relationship, and leave you with that warm, fuzzy, hopeful feeling!

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This was a pretty fun graphic novel to read. The comics were clever and gave me some strong laughs. It did a great job giving readers a peek into a simpler side of a relationship. Fans of this comic will want to check this graphic novel out.

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3.5 Stars

Another cute collection from Catana that portrays a bunch of relationship scenarios. Anyone in a long-term relationship will find much to relate to in this.

More than anything this was just a cute fun book that took my mind off mind-numbing reality for the length of a lunch break.

ARC via Netgalley

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I picked this graphic novel on a whim because the cover was cute. But dang, I’m super happy that I did cause this was sooooo adorable, funny, and is totally accurate!!! I’ve been with my significant other for 7 years now and I felt like I was seeing a cartoon of us.

The art was fun and I really love how couples are depicted in this graphic novel. There isn’t a storyline to this, but it really hooked me in from the first few strips. I seriously hope there will be another one to binge read. Cause imma need that stat!!!

I recommend this to people in a long, mostly loving relationship. 🤦🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️ It just rang true throughout. Needless to say, I just adore this graphic novel.

Thanks so much to NetGalley and Andrews Mcmeel Publishing for the opportunity to read this for my honest and unbiased opinion!!!

Will be posted on my blog and Amazon shortly.

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Well, first of all this is a book where it shows us a comedy that many people live in a couple relationship, whether the woman is annoying or the man too, there may even be moments where this book is serious but for these events one gets a laugh. This is a book where various forms of a cute couple are shown, not toxic. Where it is funny, but at the same time very tender.

This is a book that I loved, not only for its humor, but I also loved being able to understand almost everything, that is, I am not a native English speaker, I speak Spanish, but reading this book I really felt reading a book in my language .

I still remember not more than twenty minutes ago when I finished it, for the last pages, there are two moments that made me laugh a lot, one that is when she gets too excited, and the other the typical one of us men who put products in the cart at the supermarket

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Adorable collection of comics that are drawn in such an endearing way. I found myself going back to this every now and then during winter. This book felt like a warm hug.

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I love love these comics! They're adorable depictions of healthy, sweet, and mutual love between a couple. It is always great to have this as we need to normalize it more! The couple, if I'm not mistaken is based on the author/illustrator's relationship, is just so pure. Who doesn't want a relationship that is not only equal but you feel safe being yourself?

Thank you NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the ARC for my honest review.

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Firstly, I am a fan of all the comics by Catana. This collection, "In Love & Pajamas" is a perfect, light book to browse through with your special someone.

Last year I bought "Little Moments of Love" for my fella for Valentine's Day and we had fun picking out the comics that best suited our relationship. This new release was as endearing and enjoyable as I had hoped.

Adorable and relatable sketches of love. I will be buying a hard copy to keep on my shelf at home.

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A collection of comics that makes you feel good about the daily stuff that goes with being in a long term relationship. I found myself laughing and nodding at quite a few of these thinking that is me and my husband to a T. It also made me realize that no its not just us that these things happen to and that maybe laughing instead of getting frustrated is the better route, so thank you for the lesson Catana! Overall if you need a quick pick me up and have been with your partner for long enough that you know them better than yourself check these out!

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This is an excellent collection of panels showing the couple that I am sure everyone has seen online before. Even if you have not seen them, they depict a solid relationship's everyday-ness that you might recognize yourself in it. This time around, with the quarantine, a few show some of those scenes as well.
I have not seen the posts on Instagram recently, so I was reading all of these for the first time. Some of them are cute, others a little too sappy, but they are all sincere and an easy read. It can be read either at a stretch or in bits and pieces, randomly based on the mood.
I received an ARC thanks to NetGalley and the publishers, but the review is entirely based on my own reading experience.

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This is the first Catana Comic I have read and I just LOVED it. Loved how she converted daily routine moments into great comic strips.................................................................................................

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I've followed Catana Comics for a while and love every book she comes out with. I frequently race to my own partner in excitement to show a comic that captures our own relationship so well. Much needed humor and incredibly sweet.

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'In Love & Pajamas: A Collection of Comics about Being Yourself Together' by Catana Chetwynd is another collection of comics from the creator of 'Little Moments of Love.'

The comics in this collection, much like the first one, center on being in love and cozy. That means fighting the urge to get out of bed. There are naps to take and a couch to sleep on. There are just a bunch of things to share, like movies and hugs.

This is a really cute collection of comics and I liked it as much as the first one. The art is pretty cute too.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.

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In Love and Pajamas is a compilation of the comic strip by the same name. I enjoyed reading through each of the comics . They follow the author/illustrator's life with her fiancé pretty accurately to real life. The comics are cute without too many words getting in the way. The illustrations tell the story. This was a cute, quick read that I recommend to anyone in any time of romantic relationship.

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book for my honest opinion.

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I seriously LOVE Catana comics, and prior to getting my hands on this one am an avid reader of the comics on Facebook. They are adorable and hilarious and make me wish for a cute relationship like Catana depicts of her and her guy have in their day-to-day lives...honest, quirky fun!

5 stars!

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***Thank you Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the arc***

I really enjoyed reading this. I’ve loved Catana Comics for a while and love the illustration style. The comics were short and to-the-point in the sense that they were all related to life and relationship/ living together during the quarantine.

If you’re looking for a quick, heartwarming read with super cute illustrations about relationships, this book is for you!

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This book is super cute.
The images are so beautiful, each illustration show you a part of what it is being in a relationship and it’s wonderful connect with that particular scenario, I don’t have a partner right now but reading it almost make me want to have a boyfriend so I could share with that person.
I really recommend it. so so cute!!

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My Review: I adored this book, it perfectly captures the strangeness of the last year. It also did a great job of capturing those unique and tiny moments that make a relationship and make it last through all the struggles of life. The art style is adorable, of course, and I absolutely love it. This is definitely a book I can't wait to add to my shelves and pick up whenever I need that reminder to look at the tiny moments to find the keys to a relationship.

My Rating: I really adored this graphic novel/comic collection, it really captures a sweet and unique relationship, all the little quirks and moments that are found in a relationship. It definitely reminded me to look at those moments in my own marriage and treasure them all the more. I give it a rating of Four Paws!

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I really like Chetwynd's art style, all big heads and big emotions, and that style carries this collection of single strip comics. The scenarios are cute and charming and elicit sensible chuckles, but the sweetness does at times get to be too much. That said though it's nice to see a healthy, long-term, loving, cute relationship depicted where both people in the couple are smart, kind, and loving. We need more of those examples in our books, tv shows, and movies.

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I loved reading this book! I have followed Catana comics on Instagram for years now and absolutely love them! These comics make me chuckle and reading them feels like a warm hug. The relatability of the comics just adds an extra layer of charm. These comics focus on what it's like to love someone and the small things of doing life together with someone else. Even though I had read many of these comics before, I loved getting to revisit them and gladly will once again in the future.

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This is a collection of comics about being comfortable with your partner. Catana and her husband John spend lots of time together at home and in their pajamas in these comics. Each page had a different short comic with the theme of love.

These comics were relatable regardless of the reader’s relationship status. They talked a lot about wanting to stay cozy in bed. I could relate to the comics about being short, including all the things you need help with reaching. There were even some cute ones featuring their dog.

These comics about wanting to stay home in pajamas are very relatable right now since most of us are spending more time at home than ever before. Even if you don’t have a partner, the feeling of love and comfort can be relatable to any reader.

This is a cute comic collection!

Thank you Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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This book is like curling up with a warm blanket on a cold day. Romantic, funny, and sweet. This book is exactly as good as I expected it to be.

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Super sweet, cutesy comic observations on a healthy relationship. The collection is all about having a partner who completely accepts you for who you are, foibles and idiosyncrasies included.

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This book was so cute and simple and heartwarming. Everything about it was just pure cuteness. It was one of the books that just feel like a big old hug. The things it talks about was very heart touching.

The art style was very beautiful. It was simple yet impactful. The colours were eye-catching. The book overall was very engaging and it kept giving me warm feelings throughout

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This book spoke to my introvert soul!!! If you’ve ever been in a serious relationship and consider yourself an introvert this book brings all the feels. It’s so cute and it basically reminisces on all the lovey dovey moments a couple has. I really never thought how universal they are, the silent war of who the dog goes to first, the different types of hugs we apparently all do, that love/hate feeling about being social, and many more! I’ll be looking for more of her comics for sure!

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A cute as heck comic collection that describes the best things about married life. It'll cheer you up and you'll have finished the book in no time. I've always loved how the artist draws the characters, so that's another plus. In short, if you're looking for something uplifting, lovey-dovey, and short, this is the book to pick up!

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I"m obsessed with Catana comics and this book was no difference! Everyone in a relationship of some kind will love this book.

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A super cute book to read alongwith you partners. Its fun, quirky, relatable and lifts up your mood. Highly recommended.

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This collection of comics from Catana Cetwynd features new and classic ones from the online comic. This collection of comics will leave you wanting to hug your partner or just with warm feelings of love. You'll also laugh out loud at times. The comics are adorable, well paced, and a delight.

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Omg! I loved how cute this book was! I mean I want a relationship like the book's characters had. It was adorable and really sweet. I wish I'll have a relationship like that someday with ma partner. Thanks to netgalley as well as the author for this amazing book. Swoon! So cuteeee!!!

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This is one of the most wholesome relationship comics I've ever written. Catana draws small short comics of herself and John which is the cutest thing ever. It's such a fun read and really great to pass time. Wonderful book to gift for Valentine's day whether it be to your SO or friends!

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In Love & Pajamas is a fun, quick read that even single people like myself can related to. The art is stylized, but works well. The jokes and other emotions hit in the right places. Highly suggested for all libraries.

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It was a cute little book. I loved it, I was reading it with my partner and we both had a great time on it. :D We were laughing a lot because these comics sometimes was exactly as we are. Thanks for the opportunity. Love Catana's work :)

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Love has various ways of expressing itself. Be it going on a date or staying in and watching movie, be it taking long trips or staying in and making a house fort, be it visiting a bookstore or staying in and reading books, love always thrives when it's with the person you least despise.

'In Love and Pajamas' is a series of comics made by Catana, which is based on her and her fiance's daily antics and experiences. Drawn beautifully and with such an amazing script, this book is set to finish in one binge-read and never leaves you bored.

For people who require some heartful and awesome content based on people's true lives, this one is set to take you on a trip to happy land!

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These cartoons are such a delight! Catana Chetwynd has such an amazing knack for highlighting real feelings and quirky interactions that are so relatable! I giggled my way through this collection often forcing my husband to come see how once again she had drawn a comic was also so true for the two of us! This will sell itself when placed temptingly by the register!

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