I always enjoy Sarah's art and I loved the tips section in the back. I wish there was more of a theme though.

In an undeniably stressful time where a cloud of anxiety hangs over us all, another Sarah's Scribbles book is the absolute perfect antidote, and not in the least because Sarah Anderson makes so many comics about dealing with her own anxieties. "Herding Cats" is an absolutely delightful blend of recent greatest hits, brand new comics, plus an open letter at the end that anyone who likes to create will be able to take to heart. Fans of her popular webcomic will be absolutely justified in their ecstatic scramble to get their own copy of this latest collection (speaking as one of said fans, I know that I won't be wasting any time time when this finally hits the shelves).

This is funny and very relatable, especially for artists.
I enjoyed the thoughts on what's happening on the internet today because I have thought about that lately often enough, and I agree that sometimes you need to back away so that you get a pause of the firestorm of opinions. Therefore, the "Guide For The Young Creative." with its "Part One: What's Happening?" and "Part Two: Artist Survival" made a lot of sense to me.

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I love this book. It was so funny and real. I felt connected with some drawings and the author.

If any of has seen my social feed you will know that I have an unhealthy obsession (for an adult) over cartoons and comic strips. So when I saw that the Sarah Andersen publication was offering Herding Cats for review at Netgalley I downloaded it before I could even read the blurb. Herding Cats by Sarah Andersen was the last book I read in 2017, and to be precise on 31 December 2017 after 10 PM. Yes it was worth staying in cuddled with my e-reader instead of partying on the New Year’s Eve.

Herding Cats is a very short (100+ pages) collection of Sarah’s depiction of her love for cats and other pets, autumn as well as her trying to adult. It is the third part of the Sarah Scribbles series. Every one I know will be able to relate to her cartoons and it will sure leave a grin on their faces. It is one of those books that will make you feel ‘Glad I am not the only weird one’ and wish it was longer.

But if you are looking for a common thread of cartoons (like the others in the series), you won’t find any. It is seemingly a bunch of random cartoons (that we love and are fabulous) by Sarah strewn together.

Final thought: Loved it.
Recommended to: All book lovers, millennials and cartoon lovers.

I received this book from NetGalley but almost didn't read it because I couldn't figure out how to read the file on my phone, even though it said there wasn't a kindle file available, I figured there must be some sort of app I could read it on. I finally decided to try from my computer and after failing with the first program I chose to open the file I actually read the tips/help section. Where it very clearly told me what program I needed to read the non-Kindle files! If only I had started there weeks ago!

The first half of this collection is just comic strips, all mostly true and relatable as well as adorable. When I first started reading these I was sending a picture to my sister every few pages saying "this is me! this is me!" until I had sent half a dozen and realized I just need to buy her a copy because I can't take pictures of every single comic in the book haha!

A little over halfway the author switched formats, and instead of just provided a one page set of comics she created a series of tips and advise on navigating the artist's life, almost in an essay form but not quite, and used comics to illustrate each of her points/suggestions. But many of her suggestions could apply to just life in general: bullying, criticism, giving up are all issues that many people deal with and the advice is 100% relevant probably to anybody who picks the book up.

Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me with an e-ARC to read and review. "Herding Cats" is set to be released March 27, 2018.

Fantastic. Hilarious. Just what a creative person (and everyone) needs to hear. "Herding Cats" by Sarah Andersen is an art and narrative to be experienced.

The first half of the book contains a series of hilariously quirky, meme-worthy comics that perfectly illustrate the day to day happenings of an artist and introvert. Some jokes flew over my head but I found myself nodding my head in agreement with several panels.

The second half is when this get serious. Still funny. But serious. During which Andersen provides an honest look at the internet of today and how it effects artists (and people in general). It is a narrative whose sole purpose is to encourage those to not give up on their passions in this sometimes scary world.

I think no matter what stage in your creative endeavors you're at, you'll learn a thing or too from "Herding Cats" and be reminded that art is fun.

Sarah Andersen is fast becoming one of my favorite comic artists. She has a rich perspective and it comes across fantastically in her drawings. I especially love the advice she provides near the end about the reality of the internet we live with today. I can connect with so many of the strips in this book and many of them were laugh out loud funny. I find myself opening up one of her books frequently when I need a laugh and this one will most definitely make the cut. If you want a hysterical pick me up this book is for you! Thanks to Netgalley for supplying the ARC!

A cute installment in Sarah's Scribbles, but not my favorite. Some of the inclusions felt repetitive from other books, some even felt nearly identical. Overall, I think this series is adorable and worth the read, especially if you are an introvert. I look forward to the next one.

Last year I got the first book by Sarah Andersen, and while I haven’t gotten the second one just yet, when I saw this on Netgalley I could not resist to get it. And I am glad I did. I’ve followed Sarah on Facebook from before even the first book was announced.

Herding Cats is yet another laugh out loud collection of one page comics that I have come to know and love from Sarah. They are great ones to grab of the shelf on a bad day and just read a few. They can really lighten your mood.

But next to being funny a lot of them are also very relatable. As the synopsis says, Sarah herself sees herself as an adulating introvert. That is what I am too. In that I find a lot of things in her that I feel similar or that I do too. In this case of course for the comics it is exaggerated with a wink but it is great to see someone else have these things. Like the one about shaving legs and showcasing it to your partner.

Having said that, there were also a few comics that were really actual and in ways confronting. There were some that clearly referenced towards the Trump presidency. Without being too political she did show how she felt about it. There is also one about a woman giving a talk and being interrupted with a completely irrelevant question that wouldn’t be asked of a man. Things like that. I also could appreciate her guide to young creatives. It can be hard these days to share something that you created for it only to get burned down by the hellfire that is the internet. She was realistic of this but also supportive in a way to still share your things.

This collection did not seem quite as cohesive or as close to the actual title as the first one did. With a title and cover like that I was expecting a lot more cats. All the cats. And there were cats. But not that many. However a few days after finishing I realized that the title could possibly also be taken metaphorically.

I have enjoyed Sarah Anderson’s previous work, so I may have given an extra affection star. The first half is classic Sarah art work. Cats, anxiety, crazy eyes, but the second half did not resonate with me.
I appreciate the fact that an accomplished and published artist has used this forum to help other artists. Way to go Sarah!
I found myself skimming through and only reading the comic strips. Sorry Sarah.
I’d file this with the comedians and youtubers, and recommend to a fairly young reader.

When I first saw some of Sarah Anderson’s work online, I was surprised (and relieved) at how much I related to what she was saying/feeling. Her depictions of being an introvert with anxiety are both honest and hilarious, and her art manages to capture her tone perfectly. Also animals!

My favorite part of the book was actually her addition at the end, where she talks about what the internet has come to and gives advice to aspiring artists. I am not an artist, but I appreciate what she said. It does seem hopeless with endless internet trolls and bullies, but it is possible for it to change.

**Thank you NetGalley for giving me a free e-copy of this book in exchange of an honest review**

As I've mentioned in my review of Big Mushy Happy Lump, I really like Andersen's illustrated essays. In this volume there was one essay divided in parts instead of several short ones like in volume #2. Instead of anecdotes, this one had a powerful message to young artists encouraging them not to give up even when it seems like the most sensible choice. I appreciate that.

I also liked the one-page comics as always, and Andersen's humour never fails to make me laugh, but I would love volume #4, if there is one, to be completely made up of illustrated essays. They are just better.

This one is definitely a page-turner. Funny, engaging and wonderfully illustrated. This book is perfect to sit down with when you just want to have a good time,

I have always enjoyed Sarah’s comics and was thrilled to read her latest collection. Filled with heart, humour, and plenty of relatable moments on anxiety, pet obessions, and escaping with a good book, Sarah once again creates something that is bound to connect with someone. I particularly loved the inclusion of an illustrated personal essay and I continue to look forward to what else she comes up with.

Never truer words have been spoken. Or rather, drawn. Sarah Andersen't comics are so relatable to the introvert nerdy animal lover. She has a talent to nail the complexity of life in a very simple way, and her advices to the artists out there afraid to get their work in the fire party that is Internet may not be entirely new, but they are truth worth sharing again.

Also, I'm happy to know I'm not the only one you bury her head in her cat's fur for comfort.

Read for Netgalley, in exchange for a review. As always, thank you Netgalley!

I haven't read Sarah's other two books, though I do follow her website some, especially when I feel low. This book discusses internet feedback especially, something that is becoming more and more anxiety filling every year. As someone who would love to write books and does have podcasts, online commentary terrifies me.

Did this book pacify that? No.

But it did remind me of the important spaces we have and are necessary for mental health and stability.

LOVED this - especially the bit at the end.

Impressively relatable comics!