Thanks for the EArc NetGalley and Andrews McMeel. The illustrations on this are so adorable. The text was confusing at times which is why I gave this three stars. Some of it was just odd and I didn’t care for it.

I adore cats! I adore comics with cats! I adore comics with cats drawn by beloved Portuguese artist Luis Coelho, a bright star on Instagram (@purr.in.ink)! And I adore this book, his very first, which made me both lol and reflect on the pithy sayings designed to give you comfort, wisdom and joy! Highly recommended for adults who also love comics with cats drawn lovingly by Coelho. Purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!

This is an absolutely adorable little book. Full of sweet affirmations and drawing of adorable cats with huge eyes. This is definitely a book I will buy and keep in my library. A great gift for any cat lover!

Thank you, NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for this advanced reader's copy. This book was awesome! I have seen some of these cat comics on Instagram, so these cats were not new to me. This is a collection of cute, funny, adorable, feisty, and all-around perfect cats reminding you that you are loved, find joy, and there is always room for more food and cat love bites.

If you love cats, this is the book for you!

The Book of Purrs is a beautifully rendered book of the cutest black cats you have ever seen.
Portuguese illustrator Luis Coelho has included all of his well known cartoons - best to known via instagram (@purr.in.ink). The beautiful picture highlight what we love most about cats and includes plenty of affirmations for a dreary day! #thebookofpurrs #luiscoelho #purrinink

the book of purrs consists of short inspirational and humorous quotes spoken by cats. it's a feel-good contemporary, very short comic with beautiful almost paper-like illustration of cats of many shapes and colours. it's a perfect book for cat lovers, every page is filled by a funny cat thought, a lot of times very relatable it could make you cry if you thought about it for a bit longer. overall, it's a great comic to consume on public transport, in between daily tasks, before bed, on vacation...

What a delightfully wonderful little book! Full of beautiful images, positive affirmations and humour, this little book is perfect for cat lovers of all ages.

Thank you to NG and the publisher for the earc in exchange for an honest review.

I’ve always seen Coelho’s posts on Instagram and loved them. This book is the perfect collection of those adorable cats that give you a smile when you feel down with motivational messages or silly depictions of what cats do.

LOVED THIS SOOOO MUCH 😻
most of the quotes were really awesome and motivational and some of them were funny and suitable for a cat 😸
i think this book would make a great gift 🫰🏼

"In The Here,
In The Now,
No Worries,
Only Meow."

thanks to the publisher for the e-arc!

If you look at the cover, this might appear to be a book for children, which it is not. But Luis Coelho has created an illustrated book about cats, sharing their thoughts on being a cat.

The illustrations in this are simple but share the thoughts of the moment in each frame - a thought shared by a cat, of course. As this illustrated story continues, some of the thoughts are funny, some profound, and some feel as though they share the thoughts as we do - the anxiety we humans are prone to have, at times. Short little rhyming phrases, a poem that portrays their inner thoughts.

<i>’Every bite is a love bite when you love bites’</i>

The illustrations, which are shared similar to a comic strip style, are charming, as is this book. Simple wisdom is dispensed in brief sentences, and the illustrations add a lot of charm to this book.

Favourite phrase:
<i>’When everything
seems to be crappy
a little kitty
can make you happy’</i>

<i>May the purr be with you</i>


Pub Date: 22 Oct 2024

Many thanks for the ARC provided by Andrews McMeel Publishing

Such a cute collection of comics about cats! It’s full of positive thoughts and humor about cats’ biting habits. There was not a lot of variety in the subjects tackled by those silly comic panels, which is why it felt a bit repetitive when you read the whole book in one sitting, but my favorites were undoubtedly the ones about love bites, because I felt those were the ones that every cat parent will be able to relate to. It was cute and fun, and I defy anyone not to find those big-eyed cats adorable.

Although I did not find this book very entertaining - I am much a fan of cats, but am always looking for funny cat books for my friends who run a cattery - I think it might be something my students at school enjoy. I thought it would be more humorous, but it lended itself to more inspirational. I liked the pictures, the cats were cute.

Thank you Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing. I think my students will find this book enteraining and it's always nice to have a easy read sometimes.

Some days you might feel ugly and everything seems wrong
So we come here to tell you
You are beautiful and strong

The Book of Purrs by Luis Coelho tells you Everyday Thoughts from Your Feline Friends that might cheer you up. Beautiful, cute, funny drawings and remind us not to forget the blessing that they are with us.

Thank you Andrews McMeel Publishing via NetGalley for ARC, I have given my honest review. The publication date is 22 Oct 2024

This was so cute!!! Read it very fast, the illustrations are so sweet (i adored their little eyes)! Would be the perfect gift for cat lovers. Its very reassuring too, I feel like this would calm anyone's anxiety.

"in the here, in the now, no worries, just meow" sweet :)

5/5
I've loved this artist since I saw his cat drawings on Instagram forever ago. I adore this book. He knows exactly what uplifting phrases you need and it is obvious that he is a cat lover. I also appreciate the fact that his drawings feature black cats.

As a cat mom I felt this graphic novel on an emotional level. This was absolutely adorable and humbling as my cats seem to live by some of the messages these cats are saying. I did think it was a bit repetitive at times, but it didn't really effect the reading experience. Otherwise this is an excellent read for anyone who loves cats!
5/5

These comics are so cute, and I love that this is a fun collection of them! There were a few that I hadn’t seen yet, and they made me laugh and also maybe cry a little bit. <3 I look forward to seeing more of these out in the wild, and also grabbing the book so I can look through these pages whenever I need some laughs or encouragement!

First of all, I don't have a single negative thing to say about this book. As a dedicated cat mom, this was absolutely adorable and I enjoyed every single freaking page. Luis Coelho's illustrations are like catnip for the soul—completely irresistible and utterly delightful. Each page is a heartwarming reminder to find joy in the little things, whether it's chasing dreams (or tails) or refilling that oh-so-important food bowl. This book is the purr-fect gift for any cat lover in your life.

Now, I must share that this review has been thoroughly vetted by my resident feline experts, Tortellini and Azlan. Tortellini, my tortoiseshell diva, had this to say: "This book is meow-nificent! I give it four paws up and a tail flick for good measure. It perfectly captures the essence of my daily routines—striking glamorous poses, demanding treats, and ignoring inferior humans."

Azlan, my orange furball who shares the one brain cell with all the other orange cats in the world, gave a typically succinct response: "I tried to sit on this book, but being an advanced reader copy on a phone, it cunningly evaded my attempts. However, the vibrant illustrations and thoughtful words did catch my attention between naps. For a digital delight, it was surprisingly purr-sonal."

In conclusion, if you're looking for a dose of paws-itivity and feline wisdom, "The Book of Purrs" is the cat's pajamas. Whether you're a lifelong cat lover or just in need of a good chuckle, this charming collection will leave you purring with joy.

Who is on Instagram might habe already come across Luis Coelhos cute and afformative or just funny or relateable cat comics.
Their style is unique and recognizable, the black fluffy cats with big eyes set in soft colours with witty words stand out.

This book is a collection of the best of the comics. Some of them are cute and for laughs, some of them make the reader feel seen in their everyday despair.
And some of the comics would make great motivational posters you‘d wish to put on the wall.

A very nice book for cat lovers and comic enthusiasts alike.

As a big fan of this comic series and the owner of three cats, this was a delight!

Packed full of motivational, kind and kitty humour, the Book of Purrs is a chaotic match for the cats we know in our life. Those creatures are the light of our lives and help us through a lot and sometimes the reason we develop eye twitches.