Ozy and Millie: Perfectly Normal

I loved this as a webcomic, and I adore it even more rereading in this bound edition. The addition of a glossary and list of notable people at the end has me dying to gift it to several children of my acquaintance.

Ozy and Millie are the perfect mixture of humor and clever thinking to be relatable to both children and adults. Highly recommended.

This author does such sweet comics. I’d read the first volume of the Ozy and Millie strips so when I saw this second volume listed a galley to read and review I asked for it right away! Her comics are a sweet look at the brighter side of childhood without being too saccharine for an adult audience. I’d cheerfully recommend her to any adult who hasn’t lost touch with their inner child completely as well as to her child audience.
I also really recommend you try her Phoebe and Her Unicorn comics if you haven’t. They don’t take long to read and they’re pretty charming too!

I've loved Ozy and Millie pretty much since the webcomic first began, and I'm thrilled to see they have another collection so more people can fall for their sweet friendship and charm. Dana Simpson is such a wonderful creator, she makes characters that you want to be friends with and be a part of their lives, whether they're off on an adventure or just sitting under a tree discussing the (not-so-)banalities of life.

These all ages comics are perfect for kids, especially reluctant readers, but can easily be enjoyed by adults as well. What a perfect way to share reading time together!

Thank you very much to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for my review copy.

I loved Ozy and Millie : Perfectly Normal. I read it to my 4 year old son and we enjoyed the story and the illustrations were fantastic - These make the book appeal to both adults and children.
I especially loved the glossary at the end of this book making it educational as well as a fun read.

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

This book is a comic collection featuring two foxes, Ozy and Millie. Ozy is the “straight man” to Millie’s troublemaker/jokester role. Millie’s mom handles her daughter’s wackiness with a deadpan sense of humor, even when Millie tries to bribe her mom for $20 in exchange for not straightening her paper clips. Ozy’s adoptive father is a dragon named Llywelyn who invents fun things like a “borange” just so there’s something to rhyme with “orange.” This book had me laughing out loud many, many times. Pick this up today! You will be ROFLing!

Fun story and easy to read! New characters for the kids to meet and the story is great. Twists and turns, laughter...has all the good components of a good book!

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

Dana Simpson has long been a favourite author in my classroom and for my own children at home. We absolutely love Phoebe and her Unicorn so when the first Ozy and Millie book came out it was a no-brainer to grab a couple of copies for home and my classroom library. I am please to say this book lives up to the first one in what we can only hope will be a long series. My students are pretty divided along gender lines with Phoebe, but everyone loves Ozy and Millie - a definite win.

This is the second volume of a Graphic Novel series of Comic Strips about two fox children and their everyday life. These comic strips are fun, hilarious and kept me entertained the whole book. I couldn’t put it down. The adventures in this book highlight morals with a funny twist.

The art style is beautiful and fit the text and story perfectly. The theme was consistent throughout and both plot and illustrations flowed smoothly from start to finish.

I loved this collection of comic strips and would love to read more. I would recommend this to all those who want some fun, funny adventures with some cute, quirky foxes.

I gave this book 5 stars.

This book was received as an ARC from Andrews McMeel Publishing in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.

I am familiar with Dana's work with Phoebe and her Unicorn and I am familiar with Ozy and Millie from our young patrons that are huge graphic novel enthusiasts so when the opportunity came to me to review this ARC I had to jump at the chance. The illustrations were just brilliantly done. They are very cartoon-like which is a factor that made Dana's books so popular and enjoyable and our young readers definitely take notice of that. The story and the dialogue were very hysterical that my stomach hurt a little after I finished it. This book will sure be popular at enjoyable amongst our young readers.

We will consider adding this title to our JGraphic Novel collection at our library. That is why we give this book 5 stars.

I didn't know this web comic existed, but now I'm glad I do. The adventures that Ozy and Millie have are adorable and the two of them seem to balance each other well. Plus other characters, such as their parents, were great voices in the comics as well. I loved the art style and how vibrant the colors were. These comics are great for all ages and I do really enjoy that they included a glossary in the back for younger readers to learn about words they may not know and people mentioned.

These comics are so funny! This is a book that will have both kids and their caregivers laughing. It has the same warm feeling of a Calvin and Hobbes.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for my copy of Ozy and Millie: Perfectly Normal by Dana Simpson. It publishes March 2, 2021.
I had the help of an 8 year old and a 6 year old in the reading and reviewing of this book. This book was very readable for the 8 year old, and the 6 year old was able to read most of the words with some help! They are big fans of Ozy and Millie and this book fits right in with the rest of the series. The pictures are well-done, the comedy is there!
This would make a great gift!

By the author of Phoebe and her Unicorn (actually, these predate Phoebe and Heavenly Nostrils...oops), this collection is about a pair of foxes that are best friends. Ozy i the voice of reason and Millie the carefree dreamer. Navigating situations from being suddenly, inexplicably cool to dealing with their parents, Ozy and Millie have fun with their friends and get into some mild hijinx. A definite read if you like Phoebe! Great for both kids and adults who still enjoy a bit of magic in their lives.

This is a delightful graphic novel/cartoon book for kids. I think all five of my kids would get a kick out of it, from my 9 year old to my 22 year old. The two main characters are foxes who are best friends (and kids) who have lots of deep but slightly ridiculous conversations on everything from the nature of the universe to appreciating snow more because it's not everyday. It reminds me at times of Calvin and Hobbes. Ozy and Millie have a very sophisticated vocabulary (there's a glossary in the end), which is wonderful compared to so many books that dumb themselves down for kids. One of the foxes has an ancient dragon for a father, and he's hilarious too.

Love it, love it, and I'll now be looking into getting some of the author's other books for my kids.

I read a temporary digital ARC of this book for review.

This book looked super cute before I picked it up! Once I started reading it really reminded me of the different comic collections like the Catana Comics! This was super fun and enjoyable!

I was drawn to this book because it is by the author of the Phoebe and Her Unicorn series which is very popular at my school, but for me it was a throwback to reading Calvin and Hobbes when I was a kid. The references to philosophy and history did it, as did Millie's penchant for menace (at times). This was a great comic to read while watching the snowfall around me.

I didn't realize the author was the same author as "Pheobe and her Unicorn" till I read the introduction to this book. Both are very cure comics suitable for children and adults alike. I've known the comics of Ozy and Millie through some comics website, and didn't realize there books for them. I think the eccentric nature of these comics and their humor would really suit adults as well, because some of the characters especially the father would appeal to adults more than children. Overall, I really enjoyed this collection.

I thank Netgalley for the digital ARC

Dana Simpson is the author of the fantastic Phoebe and Her Unicorn series, which my daughter and I love. But Phoebe and her Unicorn is not her first comic strip - prior to that, she wrote Ozy and Millie, about a pair of foxes. My daughter wanted to read this, and she wanted to review it. Here is her review:


It was a great book and I enjoyed it very much! The book was exceptional and I wanted to keep reading until if finished it! The fact that Ozy’s father is a dragon is funny! I think that the person who wrote this book is a very good author and I can’t wait for the next book to come out!

This incredible clever and hilarious book is beyond your regular book for children.

Millie is an amazing character - wild, funny, with love for proper spelling and grammar, and with some very crazy ideas. I'd love to be her friend :D

Even the gothic font that Ozy's dragon parents use to speak is so on point!

I loved the glossary at the end, perfect to help kids build vocabulary. But I think that adults would enjoy this just as much as kids would. I mean, Kant and philosophy (mentioned briefly, but still) are not really topics for young children.

A collection of comics featuring Millie, a fox, her mom, her best friend Ozy, also a fox, and his father, who is a dragon. They wax philosophical, play ridiculous versions of tag, cook up crazy schemes (well, mostly Millie does), and their parents put them in their place with some well-timed lines.

I love the way that Millie’s mom and Ozy’s dad can subtly crash Millie back to earth half the time without her even realizing what they are doing until her plans are thoroughly foiled. (My favorite part series was Millie declaring she was going to vanquish Ozy’s dad on the principal of ridding the world of evil…his response is comic gold.) Ozy is a good friend for Millie, usually keeping her from going off the deep end, providing food for thought, and providing distractions at key moments. A very fun comic that will appeal to middle grade on up (I doubt younger than that will be able to understand what is going on half the time as it’s a very witty and smart kind of humor). Recommended to fans of comics like Calvin & Hobbes.

No content issues.

I received an ARC of this title from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

That was a delight to read. :)

Millie, an unusual for and her friend Ozy are quite a pair. Millie is quite unique, she thinks and acts quite differently and Ozy is her partner in crime but also grounds her. They have the best/most out there conversations on everything, from the universe to everyday life. You never know what you'll get on the next page. :)

Written as a graphic novel, it's a quick read, with a whole lot of little adventures and deep thoughts.

I have enjoyed Dana Simpson's work for years, and was grateful for the opportunity to read an advance copy of this book through NetGalley. I had never read the original Ozy and Millie book, but I had no trouble getting into this story, and quickly became acquainted with the characters and their story world.

Many of the comics made me laugh out loud, and others made me smirk. A significant percentage of them involve the characters' philosophical reflections and questions, and this element made me think of Calvin and Hobbes. People who enjoyed that comic series will probably enjoy this as well. This book also name-drops various philosophers and scientists and includes a biographical list of them in the back, along with Simpson's usual glossary of vocabulary words.

However, this series is not quite as connected with the real world as the Phoebe and Her Unicorn books. I personally prefer the human slice-of-life elements in Simpson's other series, but the different books complement each other well, because the author does unique work in both story worlds. I would definitely be interested in reading future books about Ozy, Millie, and friends.

Millie is the kid to hang out with, I tell you! She is WILD! And her ideas and adventures are fantastic. I loved this book. It was so cute, and fun, and uplifting. I have no words. I just want to read more about Millie and Ozy. Fabulous. And good job, Dana Simpson!

*Disclaimer I received a free copy of this book for a honest review, this will not affect my thoughts or opinions on the book*

I really enjoyed this book a lot, I thought it was a very nice fun read for anyone. I loved the humor that was presented in the book. I also enjoyed how each small mini story were all somehow connected to the last mini story and to the next mini story. The illustrations were also very nice and well done they reminded me of the old school comic strips in a good way. Overall I would rate this a 3.5 rounded down.

Thanks to NetGalley for access to this ARC! "Ozy and Millie: Perfectly Normal," is a sweet story told in a unique style. The illustrations give off a "vintage" cartoon vibe as you follow along on the adventure.

We absolutely loved Ozy and Millie: Perfectly Normal. I loved the glossary at the end that helped my 8 year old learn and retain a bit more from the story that was delightful even without this bonus. Kids ages 7 and up will enjoy the story and the artwork.
If possible, it has been requested that Millie get actual glasses in the next book.
Thank you NetGalley for an advanced copy of this ebook! #netgalley #danasimpson #OzyandMillie

As established in my review of the first Ozy and Millie collection, I am a huge fan of Ozy and Millie. I may or may not have lost my mind when I realized the new comic series I was enjoying, Phoebe and Her Unicorn, was by the same author.

Because OF COURSE she would create both sets of adorable awesomeness.

And this collection is even more fun, and whimsical, than the first. We finally bring in Avery, the raccoon desperately trying to be popular, along with his little brother Timulty, who is the most amazing example of a little brother in any work of fiction ever.

With common running gags such as different version of Tag, Ozy and Millie singing "the blues", and even some amazing puns thrown in, there is so much for kids to enjoy, as well as comics where kids are going to get a little cross eyed trying to understand it. But the good news is, no matter how confusing the first three panels are, the payoff in the last panel?

Totally worth it.

Cute st0ry with cute comics. I love Ozy and his dad, they're both fluffy cinnamom buns <3

I just wish there was a clearer division between one story and the other, because sometimes there are multiple pannels about the same segment, and I got confused some moments not knowing if the story in one page was complementing the one on the page before or was a completely new plot.

Ozy and Millie: Perfectly Normal is a delightful series of comics that are funny and a hoot to read!

Sometimes you just need a great, comedic set of comics in your life: This was it. I needed a pick me up and, honestly, this book did the trick! It's fun, it's sweet and it moves fast enough to keep your attention. Plus, the illustrations are phenomenal! It takes me back to the 90's cartoon shows that I loved in my youth (in a good way, of course). Colourful, cartoon-y and comedic (a little alliteration for you).

This book gives you an introduction if you haven't met Ozy and Millie before, so you don't need to worry about needing any background! I'm glad there was a bit of an intro just so I knew what was going on and who I was meeting. It was a pleasant surprise! It's nice going into a story and being given the information to catch you up (in case you missed anything).

Then the story comes along! There's lots of comedy packed in the comics to make you smile and/or giggle. Kids and adults will enjoy this series for sure!

Four 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.

I received an electronic ARC from Andrews McMeel Publishing through NetGalley.
Simpson's duo are back in book two. It's a joy to see these two friends navigate life. Readers see them interact with schoolmates and friends along with Ozy's dad and Millie's mom. The humor happens on so many levels that readers of a variety of ages and abilities will connect with these situations. The artwork is so much fun to study - especially Millie's expressions and body language.
A refreshing look at life as seen by these two young animals.

I really enjoyed reading this book. I wasn’t sure what to expect of it, but it ended up being quite funny. So many of the panels made me laugh, and this was a good thing. These two friends have a lot of fun times together, and their families are truly one of a kind. This might not be a book for everyone, but some readers are sure to enjoy it.

This book was cute and fun, but lacking something.. I felt like some of the conversations didn't match the middle grade age. I love the Phoebe and Unicorn series and was hoping for something similar.