I really like all of Sarah Anderson's work. I could see some people making the argument that this is more of the same, and that it's similar to her other books/comics, but I think she's really good in the niche she's found. Her comics are always about the mundane parts of life, but the somewhat rough drawing style and the sparseness make it so incredibly relatable that I'm usually willing to read comics about the same subjects because they're always just different enough to add a new twist that keeps me interested. Overall, her work is always really fun, and I'll probably always pick it up, and this book is no exception.

I wasn’t sure that I should request Sarah Andersen’s third collection for review since I read Adulthood is a Myth and didn’t feel that it merited all of the attention and praise it received. It was cute, but the observations felt pretty commonplace to me.

I must say that I was pleasantly surprised by Herding Cats. I truly enjoyed Andersen’s depictions of introversion, insecurity, coping with anxiety and procrastination. I also enjoyed the final essay, in which Andersen offers tips to artists and anyone engaged in creative work about how to survive criticism and trolling when sharing work online. Andersen also tackles issues like cycles of creativity with humour and great sensitivity. It really is a great book for anyone suffering from any kind of creative mental block and would make a great gift as well.

Her comics are very relatable. She makes fun of daily struggles and her humor is always on point. I don't read comics but I have screenshots of her work, I collect them when I see them on my news feed. Her cartoons may be available for free online but having a published copy is always a plus especially for those who collect comic books. I can't say much, only that I enjoyed reading the book.

I love Sarah Andersen's work, and this book is no different. It's so relatable that it's sometimes painful, but it still manages to make me laugh on almost every page. I plan to start collecting this series because I've fallen in love with them all.

I loved her first book and liked her second. The third had a few funny bits (like the others) but ended with practical advice for artists. I am sure this probably stems from loads of request on "How do you do it?" The answer is "I just do".

I read this while sitting next to my husband on the couch and kept interrupting his reading to show him another page. He'd oblige, then I'd read a few more pages and find something else to show him. There are so many pages I want to share with friends. I identify so well with what Andersen writes about. I'm not an artist, but I appreciated her comments on the dumpster fire that is the Internet. That made the book a 5 star read.

I LOVE THE BOOK! The comics are super relatable and so fun! I love reading her work and knowing that someone else feels his way.
You must read her work and get her book. it's such a wonderful reminder to have on your real or virtual bookshelf.

I really enjoy Sarah Anderson's comics. They are always fun, entertaining, funny and they just make you happy!Herding cats did not disappoint. It was funny, fun and so relatable. I can't wait to read more of her comics! I received an ebook copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I truly enjoyed this little collection, but the reasons I'm giving it 3 stars instead of 4 are these:
- it was incredibly short
- there didn't seem to be a common denominator, a topic - they didn't seem tied in
- not a lot was to do with cats? Again, we come back to the lack of topic
- I've heard that the previous collection was much better in terms of interralatedness of topics, and while I haven't read it, I also feel like this could be true, and if I do read it in the future, I don't want to have to fix my rating.

But other than that, it was incredibly relatable and enjoyable. If you are a fan of Sarah's, then you should definitely read these. I can't believe how many of the panels I could relate to. Does anyone else do the stove checking thing? The leg shaving thing? The self-judging? I'm so glad I'm not alone!!

I will also say that I think the last part of this collection is the most important - you will relate, if you're an artist. It talks about how viciously our art and self-expression is judged in this age of the internet. It didn't use to be like this! And I also believe it shouldn't be like this. Sarah covers this topic well, and gives much needed support to younger artists.

Long story short, it's no fault of the writer, but rather the editor that I'm giving it 3 stars. The topic matter is great! The contents are great. The table of contents is not, so to say.

I love Andersen's work. It resonates with me, as an introvert and an animal lover. This book is charming and funny. I highly recommend it.

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more of the same sarah andersen-style charm and doodles; if you liked the first two books, you’re bound to like this one. i find her endlessly delightful, and the only reason i liked this book SLIGHTLY less than the first two is that the last part is a long essay directed at young artists about how to handle self-doubt, internet trolls, and criticism in general. which is a fantastic thing to have done and i’m sure it is going to help the people for whom it is intended, but i am not one of those people, so while i applaud her thoughtfulness and sincerity, the little scribbled person inside of me is screaming MOAR PICKTURES PLEEZ! & etc.

but apart from that quibble, i'm thrilled that all of her usual themes are back on parade, many of which my own inner scribble can relate to

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and ever since ms. andersen discovered her inner cat person, documented in [book:Big Mushy Happy Lump|30754980], her scribbly tentacles can stretch out and ensnare the cat-people of the internet with cuteness like this

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which is pretty damn savvy, since the internet is 94% cat.

but yeah, apart from the letter to young artist part, there’s so much here that speaks to my values: cats, coziness, books and halloween, and also to my failings; all the self-flagellation over perceived shortcomings or underachievements, regardless of whether the goals are even realistic ones.

also life's great secret is revealed -that the cure for all of life’s problems is found in taking a disproportionate amount of pleasure in the littlest things.

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i am all appreciation, approval, and gratitude for sarah andersen.

3.5 stars

I didn’t relate to as many of the comics in this collection quite as much as I have others by Anderson, but it was still a comically fun read. I particularly liked her panels on cleaning, shaving, procrastination, and emotional bonds. Funny funny stuff!

Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for giving me this review opportunity.

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At first, I wasn't sure what I was reading. The comics didn’t seem to flow in themes… just random. And the more I read, the more I was a little frustrated because there were themes to them. It’s possible that this randomness was intended. The comics themselves were insightful, cute at times, and I could definitely relate to them. Most made me smile if not laugh. But I still couldn’t get over the lack of flow and organization.
Once I got to the back half of the book on “how to be an artist” and there was a thread, I was more comfortable and actually enjoyed the read.
Thank you NetGalley and publisher, Andrews McMeel Publishing, for the opportunity to read this ARC.

i really like this book! the stories and situations are relateable, the art is simplistic yet eye catching, and i love the small advice the author gives to young and budding artist regarding current situation of the internet, feedbacks, and facing creative blocks. totally going to read her other books!

Extremely funny and quick to read. I truly liked the way the author explains anxiety.

I read the first book in this series (Adulthood is a myth) and I loved it, maybe because I related to it more, than I related to this one.

Nonetheless, Sarah is amazing, and I still enjoyed Herding cats and I highly recommend it! It is funny, quirky and a lot of people can relate to her art and the messages that she wants to deliver.

Another fantastic collection of Sarah's work and i loved every page of it. I follow Sarah's work online and this collection is the perfect collection. I'll always pick up her books and its fun to get another book that made me laugh, cry, and say "relate af" so many times.

I have always enjoyed Sarah’s Scribbles on-line. Herding Cats was my first opportunity to experience Sarah Andersen’s art and quirky take on life in book form. The first part of the book is drawings, much like I’ve seen on-line, in a Then vs. Now format. The second part of the book is a more serious dialogue of encouragement to young creative artists with a few drawings thrown in along with excellent advice about the dangers and rewards of putting your art “out there” on-line. Well written and insightful.

I love Sarah's comics, especially the ones about anxiety because they are so relatable to me. The first half of the book was great. The second half wasn't really for me since I'm not an aspiring artist. I found the book overall a fun and entertaining read.