This collection of comics focuses on humanity, nature, and our inevitable demise. Such fun!

But really, I thought this book was pretty fun and irreverent. I also enjoyed that it wasn't random-- there were throughlines that kept it cohesive.

However, i felt some of the comics could've been punchier.... it was like 60% were really good and the other 40% were just ok. The jokes either didn't land or felt not fully formed, if that makes sense? And some of the jokes were really horny (which I don't mind) and didn't seem to flow as well, like they were kept in for the sake of being horny, not funny.

I just finished Hi, Earth by Jonathan Kunz and Elizabeth Pich, and honestly, it’s like the funniest, weirdest love letter to our messed-up planet. These webcomic geniuses (the duo behind War and Peas) have created a collection of comics that roast everything about human life while also making you appreciate how absurd and beautiful Earth really is. The book is full of strange characters like a horny flower, anthropomorphized recyclables, a scared teenage praying mantis named Timmy who is NOT ready for the mating process, and even some aliens trying to figure us out. It's like *Noah's Ark* if the animals were all weirdly relatable.

What I loved is how it balances humor and the deep stuff. It’s hilarious—seriously, I was laughing out loud at least once a page—but then you get these unexpected moments that actually make you stop and think. The way it pokes fun at our planet's problems while still showing love for it is a real feat. If you're into quirky, dark humor and comics that make you look at Earth through a totally different lens, *Hi, Earth* is a must-read. It’s 100 pages of pure weirdness, and I’m here for it.

Super fun round up of comics from this duo — read this on my iPad but the physical copy would make a good gift for anyone who likes comics (or the Earth!)

"Hi, Earth" is a charming blend of humor, wit, and quirky insights that explore the foolishness of modern life through the lens of an alien observer. The comic's clever writing and minimalist illustrations make it both relatable and deeply engaging. Kunz and Pich artfully balance lightheartedness with thought-provoking commentary, making "Hi, Earth" a delight for readers who appreciate sharp, relevant humor. Highly recommended for anyone looking to laugh and reflect on the human condition in tandem!

This is a collection of webcomics, some of which you may have seen online separately (I certainly have). As with any collection, it's uneven: some are hilarious, some are just okay (or should be read in a different mood than I did). Most are related to various aspects of humankind's impending demise due to climate change, but there are also random other strips, such as those featuring a recurring character - a teenage praying mantis and the drama of his life, as he doesn't want to be eaten by his future wife and gets into trouble on "Bring your dad to school" day.

I think this makes a great coffee table book, as the best way to interact with it is to open it on a random page and read a few pages.

I am grateful to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for a free eARC; the above opinion is entirely my own.

Hi, Earth

I enjoyed this book.

I found a lot of the comics were pertinent and made some good points about the sad state of our earth - when it comes to climate change, careless environmental destruction, and praying mantis?!

Yeah, I am new to this comic, but I found the whole praying mantis comics segments (about 1 every 10 pages or so) funny, but a bit out-of-place with the majority of the book dealing with the earth.

Still it was a fun and interesting quick read.

Check it out if you care about the earth!

I would recommend it.

4.0/5

A fun and quick read. I already knew a lot of the comics because I follow Jonathan and Elizabeth's work, but it was good to revisit the comics. They have this interesting blend of humour and quirkiness.

I read this book in like 20 minutes, it was quick and easy to read and the art was cute. That’s the only nice things I can say about this book. I fucking hate it.

Apart from plenty of chuckleworthy pages, I just loved Timmy the male praying mantis' arc in this series of webcomics. Hilarious af.

Thank you to NetGalley for the review copy!

This book is dark humor in some of its finest form. The perfect type of comedy to deal with the world burning down around you. This is the type of humor that finally makes you feel like you’re not alone in your very confidently formed opinions. Absolutely hilarious and almost always respectful, which we don’t see often in comedy anymore. Cute stuff for sure!

This is a funny, super fast read. It's a collection of short web comics reflecting on climate change and humans destroying the earth full of dark humor. I laughed a lot and would recommend!

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!

This was a really fun and quick read. I can't remember the last time I snorted this much while reading a book. The humour is satirical and can, at times, be pretty dark. Nothing I ever shy away from and also generally topical when it comes to climate change jokes and other topics approached in this graphic novel. .

I also really enjoyed the art. Very "this is fine" meme energy, which fits perfectly for the type of humour. I highly recommend it for adults who enjoy a dark sense of humour. Also a huge fan of the "thank you" page at the end. Perfect way to wrap this book up!

This was such a fun little book. The comics are well-drawn and timely. The puns and concept behind the different frames were great.

"Hi, Earth" is a collection of short comics, that humorously depict different serious (and less serious) topics.

While the themes are mainly about global warming and climate change, many of them are broader than that and depict various life situations.

The way the authors use humor (sometimes darker humor) to depict serious topics is brilliant.
It makes for a quick read that is not so heavy but leaves you with some greater insights and makes you think about it long after reading it. I found it to be witty and creative.
The sense of humor matches my own, so I think this book just clicked for me.

I also enjoyed the illustration style used in the book.

I would wholeheartedly recommend this to people who enjoy short comic formats that tackle heavy topics satirically.

Thanks to the NetGalley, Jonathan Kunz, Elizabeth Pich, and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the ARC, in exchange for an honest review.

I really like the art in this but I hate the humor so much, which really is a problem in a book about comics that are supposed to be funny. Key words supposed to be. I got halfway into this and hated the humor so much I had to stop reading (which is saying a lot considering this is 100 pages of 4 panel comics). Not one single page was funny. Not one. Maybe this has an audience? But I’m apparently not one of them. Like I said stopped at the halfway point and will not be finishing.

Hi, earth is made by the duo behind War and Peas.

It's an ideal read to cope with climate anxiety and gives an insight into the emergency of dealing with climate change from the view point of mother earth, animals, mountains, planets and so on.

Some comics made me laugh out loud.

I already want to gift it to everyone I know.

Hi, Earth is a witty and thought-provoking graphic novel that blends humor with climate exploration. The pages consist of perspective on human behavior, our environmental impact, and the oddities of daily life. Kunz's sharp writing and Pich's expressive illustrations create a unique narrative that's both entertaining and reflective. The book cleverly balances dark humor with a sense of wonder, making it a thought-provoking commentary on humanity's place in the cosmos. Hi, Earth is a quirky, visually striking read that will leave readers both laughing and contemplating the future of our planet. I physically laughed out loud multiple times while reading this and will continue to re-read whenever I need a good giggle.

I really enjoyed this collection of comics. I found myself wanting them to have been sorted into chapters by theme because there are definitely distinct themes in their work overall and in this book in particular.

Hi, Earth by Jonathan Kunz and Elizabeth Pich is a satirical graphic novel based around a variety of global environmental issues. It included multiple small comics- some of which continue on throughout the novel.
It was a quick read and provided me a couple chuckles. I also thought the artwork was quite cute.
That being said I wouldn't let the cute artwork trick you, it was definitely a little raunchy at times. I had no problems with this type of humour but I wouldn't let your child read this.
I have to say, Little Timmy the praying mantis was probably my favorite.
Ultimately I rating this graphic novel a 3/5 stars.
Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McNeel Publishing for the E-ARC in exchange for my honest review of this work.

Thanks Netgalley for a copy of this!
I really enjoyed reading this one. It tackles a bunch of issues but with a fun, light-hearted twist. Some of them made me laugh so plus points on that. I also like the art style a lot! I can recommend this to others.