Milk & Mocha Comics Collection

Our Little Happiness

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Pub Date Jul 25 2023 | Archive Date Jul 25 2023

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Description

Cozy up with a warm cup of tea and follow the sweet scenes of Milk and Mocha, from the popular webcomic @milkmochabear.

Milk and Mocha share their sweet slice-of-life moments in this new collection, including never-before-seen comics! Milk and Mocha are charming bears with opposite personalities. These uplifting comics remind us of the sweet moments we share with our friends, family, and loved ones.
Cozy up with a warm cup of tea and follow the sweet scenes of Milk and Mocha, from the popular webcomic @milkmochabear.

Milk and Mocha share their sweet slice-of-life moments in this new collection...

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Featured Reviews

I love the characters Milk and Mocha! These characters remind me so much of my partner and I. I’m always sending Milk and Mocha memes to my partner. I’m so glad to have read this ebook ARC! This book was very cute I am adding this to my wishlist asap so I can buy the physical copy when it comes out! (Also, it comes with stickers!!)

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This book was so cute and adorable.
It is a collection of different comic short stories of 2 bears.
Thank you Netgalley and publisher for the arc in exchange of an honest review.

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Milk & Mocha is an adorable comic collection featuring two bears! This was the definition of sunshine x grumpy and was so stinkin' cute. I loved how we slowly got to see how these two met and became friends! It was a sweet, warm and fuzzy read and would be a great palate cleanser, of sorts, between heavier reads.

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I really enjoyed this and found it to be adorable. It was a good collection of comics that I found hard to put down.

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This is a cute 4-panel color comic with the bears and dino from Milk & Mocha brand. Overall, it's a very sweet slice of life and would recommend getting it for people who love simple and cute stuff. The situations are very relatable even though they're bears.

If you've been to a big anime or comic convention, you've probably seen this booth in the exhibit hall. This book would work well as a combo present with the other kawaii merch and stickers that they have online.

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The popular webcomic @milkmochabear has a little book! This fun, slice of life vignettes showcase Milk, Mocha, and Matcha falling in love with their little found family.

I was particularly obsessed with the story of how Milk and Mocha met, and how Matcha finally accepted Mocha as one of his parents.

Overall extremely sweet graphic novel to look through either by yourself or with your partner. I have already sent a bunch of the vignettes to my boyfriend with the caption "look thats us!" Either way, you are bound to have such a wonderful time with this one.

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Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McNeel Publishing for giving me an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book was absolutely adorable. I requested it because of it's cute cover and was not disappointed with what I read inside! There were a lot of relatable situations to be found. I hope the author will publish more Milk & Mocha comics!

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An extremely heartwarming and adorable graphic novel featuring a relatable relationship potrayed by cute bears. As I was admiring the pleasing illustrations, I simply did not want the story to end and I found difficulties putting it down.

Thank you to the author and the publisher for this ARC through NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

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Thank you to Melani Sie, Andrews McMeel Publishing, and Netgalley for a free advanced reader copy of "Milk & Mocha Comics Collection: Our Little Happiness" for an honest review.

I'd never heard of this comic before catching sight of the cover and thinking the little bears looked cute. I am SO GLAD I picked this up. I spent the whole time either giggling or 'awwwww'-ing at this adorable, amazing duo. I absolutely want to pick one up for all my nieces and nephews already.y!

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This is such a super cute book! So many relatable situations, which made me beam with joy while reading/ browsing the book. I hope the author makes more collection of Milk and Mocha's adventure!

Thank you NetGalley for providing an ARC for me to review.

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This comic collection is one that I need on my personal library shelf! As someone who is already a huge fan of Milk, Mocha, & Matcha this book gives all the warm fuzzies that I get any and every time I see Melani Sie's work. The slice of life style and the incredible cute art really make this book for me. Instead of bit size pieces that I get from YouTube or Twitter, it's a whole little collection of goodness. The enjoyment of the simple things in life create happiness is so sweet. I overly love this and highly recommend this to anyone. 5/5 for me! Thank you to NetGalley, Andrews McMeel Publishing, and Melani Sie for this little slice of joy!

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Firstly, thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me a copy of this eARC to review!

I absolutely adored this comic collection. I have been a big fan of Milk & Mocha for years and was very excited when I realized that not only was this book releasing soon, but that I would have the opportunity to review it early. If you have followed Milk & Mocha on social media, a large majority of the book contains the mini comics posted on there. There is also some new comics, as well as the story of how Milk met Mocha towards the end. Overall, 5/5! I would highly recommend this to basically anyone and guarantee it will make you smile.

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The cutest and most relatable comic! Every few pages there is a comic that you’ll want to post on your Instagram story. Love it!

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My cheeks.. they hurt 🙃

Smiles & giggles the whole way through.

I need more of this in my life.

🌈 🩷🩵✨

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Milk & Mocha is a sweet webcomic. I hadn't heard of it before, so I admit my picking this book to read was almost 100% due to the cure characters on the cover.

It took me longer than I dare admit to catch on to the fact that Mocha was mute and did not talk. Despite this, Milk and Mocha communicate quite well as the scenes reflect sweet moments that readers can relate to.

The illustrations are so well done. Some of the drawings are simple, but still portray a range of emotions.

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Milk and Mocha are cutest comics I have ever read.
Who can resist two bears who are greatly in love with one another?!

The illustrator does a great job at showcasing what it’s like to be in a relationship with someone through adorable little bears.

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Absolutely adorable slice of life comic collection! Milk and mocha will bring a smile to fans of Liz Climo, Cat’s Cafe, and @dinosandcomics. The author’s note at the beginning about finding small moments of happiness will resonate with fans of these webcomic or Instagram style 4 panel comics.

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As a big Milk and Mocha fan myself I was so excited to see this ARC on Netgalley! I follow the Milk and Mocha social media accounts so I have seen pretty much every cartoon they have made. This book was so great because it included the best cartoons from the social media accounts and also some new cartoons I hadn’t seen before. I think this book would be a great gift for someone you love. The cartoons are incredibly cute and funny! They demonstrate relatable relationship dynamics in a hilarious way.

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Milk and Mocha are two adorable bears, and this short comic collection follows them in their daily lives with their pet dino, Matcha. They’re such a sweet and fun duo to follow, and exude cosy vibes.

An easy 5 stars. A perfect cute read to pick up on a rainy day. I was looking for something easy, fun and uplifting and this was the perfect read. Each comic is one to a few pages long and follow the bears doing cute, fun and mundane tasks. The artwork was so sweet and reading this felt like a warm hug.

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Looking for a heartwarming and charming comic that is sure to brighten your day? Look no further than Milk and Mocha on Webtoon!
With its adorable bear characters, you'll fall in love with their storyline and relate to their emotions. The art in Milk and Mocha is adorable, bringing the story to life and making it an enjoyable read for all ages.

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This was such an adorable collection of my favorite pair of cartoon bears! I loved seeing Milk and Mocha's origin story and I loved seeing all the other comics in one bind up--everything about this is adorable, from the colors, the art style, and the actual content of the comics. Love this and I think it would be a perfect gift to a lover or to yourself!

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Milk and Mocha is an adorable graphic novel about two bears who are the opposite of one another but the cute little story shows the love between the two in ways that many may not realize are ways of showing love but are also funny. I hope there are more to come!

share their sweet slice-of-life moments in this new collection, including five never-before-seen comics. Milk and Mocha are charming bears with opposite personalities. These uplifting comics remind us of the sweet moments we share with our friends, family, and loved ones.

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I’ve always loved the Milk and Mocha comics and I’ve seen many of these before. These two little bears bring such joy. The illustrations are amazing and express so much emotion considering that Mocha is silent character. I cannot recommend this enough to anyone looking for something to brighten their day.

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I love Milk & Mocha and was excited to see the comic book! The style is what I expect from Milk & Mocha, but I wish it had more to it. It's the perfect gift for any fan or someone who reminds you of the comic scenes.

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Milk & Mocha : Our Little Happiness is an adorable comics collection! Melani Sie masters the comic art and gives us pages full of little moments of happiness. I'm really in love with her drawing style!

What I really love is how relatable is our cute couple bear. Milk is so much like me, but I can relate to Mocha, too! Milk is the overjoyed hungry loving bear, while Mocha is more introvert, clumsy and working. We see their relationship's dynamics and how can the opposites stick together!

The cute little moments of their everyday life made my heart full! It's the little moments that matter. A message, a smile or just a slice of pizza! The story is completed with their Dino.

If you want an overload of cuteness, then this collection is for you!

Thank you, Net Galley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the opportunity! And thank you Melani Sie for making me smile and giggle! This is my honest review.

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Many thanks to NetGalley and Publisher for advance access to read this precious beyond words comic collection in exchange for an honest review.

This comic following bears Milk and Mocha and shares their stories of every day life and the communication, connection, and happy moments that come from the every day things of life.

This storytelling is not only relatable but honestly breathtaking, it humanizes emotions and the up and down periods individuals have in whatever type of relationship be it a friend, family, or a partner. If I could rate a 10/10 I would, but a five star will have to do!

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This was such a cute and sweet collection. Their relationship is everything I want to have at one point. Also, I loved that we have Mocha as a non-talking bear, and how even without words he expressed his feelings for Milk. I absolutely adored it!!

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I love this incredibly cute comic collection! Several of the scenes remind me of myself and my spouse: I believe any couple will be able to relate to Milk and Mocha while laughing at the accuracy. Milk and Mocha are the cutest bears in comics today. 🖤

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That was the cutest thing I have ever consumed. It reminded me of my best friend and I! Plus the art is so simple and adorable that I couldn’t ignore it even if I tried.

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I feel like a human again reading this collection.

Yes, that’s everything I have to say about this book. Okay, I am running away to read the original series!

See you soon!

Thank you, Andrews McMeel, for the advance reading copy.

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Very cute story about two bears who are very much in love. I liked the slice of life format, it made it easy to pick up this book from time to time when I needed a little bit of happiness. The drawing style was adorable. I’d read more from this author.

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Book Summary:

Milk and Mocha are the cutest bears circulating the internet, which is saying something! Our Little Happiness is a collection of comics from a webcomic known as @milkmochabear; ever heard of it?

Milk and Mocha's adventures are told in a slice-of-life format, full of endearing tales and so much more.

My Review:

Pardon me while I run around the room, squealing. But seriously, Our Little Happiness is SUCH a cute graphic novel. I'm in love. And so are the bears, adorably enough. I've seen these comics circulating online but never really had the chance to sit down and read through many of them. Man, am I happy that this graphic novel collection changed that!

This is undoubtedly the most wholesome graphic novel I've read this week, probably a bit longer than that. I loved seeing these two characters interact. They're so different but so very attached. The addition of Matcha made it even cuter, somehow.

Highlights:
Webcomic
Romance
Endearing Bears
Slice-of-Life

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ARC Copy...It was cute and sweet. I love how the two bears interact with each and the friendship is shown via minimalism body language and speech. Plus it helps the art visual style looks adorable and cute!

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Thanks to Netgalley, the author and the publisher for a copy of this adorable book.
Such a sweet little set of comics to show opposites can attract and even compliment each other. It was honestly just the cutest, and their pet Dino made me want to audibly squee.
I will definitely be showing it to my kids, just a wholesome, easy read.

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Milk & Mocha by Melani Sie is SUPER CUTE! My 11 year old agrees. I really enjoyed these two little bears and their pet dino, Matcha. I think anyone who is a fan of cute comic strips like Chi the cat, Pusheen or similar will really like these little bears.

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It was a cute collection of comics. I liked both characters even though I struggled a bit with Milk at times. It was funny and light, perfect for relaxing. At the same time, I would have liked the stories to be a little more in-depth at times, like the one where the two characters try to put their heart parts together with concrete: it's still cute but you can tell there's some real thought behind it.

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I love Milk and Mocha. They are so adorable. I fall for them.

I have seen them in many social media. All panels about energetic Milk and clumsy Mocha are heartining. I never get bored looking at them.

I am so excited when I see their comic collection is published. They are some pages that already published in their social medias but there is some special pages that I have been waiting for. The author tell us how those bears met for the first time.

I also love panels about Matcha, their pet.

I will definitely buy this comic when it is available in the bookstore.

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Cute! The comics felt a little repetitive though because most of the scenes surrounded themselves around food, but the characters are too adorable for me to mind too much. It made me feel so warm and cozy inside thinking of my partner.

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This entire book is cuteness overload. It's so relatable and so adorable. I love the illustrations and the quiet and talkative duo. I love every page as it is so interesting and such an enjoyable read. I am definitely looking forward to more works by the author. Highly recommended.

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This is a super adorable graphic novel about friendship. There are multiple little stories about the two bears getting to know each other and supporting each other in different scenarios. Although there is more illustration than dialogue, both the illustrations and the dialogue are super wholesome!

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I've been following Milk & Mocha bear on Instagram for ages, and having them in a handy book form I can read cover-to-cover without ever looking at my phone is such a peaceful treat! Just like their web comic, Milk & Mocha are two adorable buddies who get up to adorable hijinks, share encouraging words with readers and each other, and live each day to it's bear huggiest potential. I always feel a zing of happiness when they pop up on my timeline, and their comics collection kept me zinging without having to scroll. This would make a great gift for a friend or partner you love, and would also make a great gift for yourself, to keep close by on cloudy days. 

Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the opportunity to read this book and write an honest review.

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This is adorable! I've seen Milk & Mocha around the internet before, but didn't realize there was going to be lore! I loved how they met and their cute relationship.

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I received an e-ARC from NetGalley and fell in love with Milk and Mocha (and Matcha!). Such cute relatable scenes of life and love, putting a smile on anyone’s face. I need more!

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Milk and Mocha is beyond adorable. Sweet and relatable and filled with joy and love. I loved the interactions between Milk and Mocha and their little dino Matcha. I'm so happy I got the chance to read this! Highly recommend this if you want to read sweet comics with adorable characters.

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Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for an advance e-arc in exchange for my honest thoughts.

I love these little bears. I have been using them as gifts for years, but didn't know what they came from. This is a perfect little coffee table book collection of two bears and their pet dino just living life. Each little cartoon is a story in itself and I laughed out loud and showed my husband many of them while I was reading.

Definitely pick up this little book as it is a warm hug and a smile.

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I found this book absolutely adorable! Milk & Mocha can be so relatable to anyone, regardless of age, or gender. They both give meaning to the phrase "opposites attract" since where Mocha is an introvert and quiet, Milk balances it out by being an extrovert to get Mocha out of their shell. All in all, I enjoyed reading their many adventures they had together!

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These two bears give me so much happiness!!! I'm so happy they're getting a comic collection.

I know for sure if I ever have children that I'd read this to them, but to be honest, this collection is for all ages. It's just so wholesome, who wouldn't enjoy it?!

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Milk & Mocha is an adorable comic series that is sure to bring a smile to your face. The comics are centered around the relationship between Milk, a cute bear, and Mocha, another loveable bear. Each comic strip features the two friends engaging in different activities or simply enjoying each other's company.

The artwork is simple and charming, with bright colors and expressive characters. The facial expressions of Milk and Mocha are especially well done, conveying their emotions and reactions in a way that is both extremely relatable and endearing.

One of the best things about Milk & Mocha is how wholesome and positive the comics are, with them always ending in wholesomeness or happiness. They are perfect for all ages, although catered to a younger audience, and are a great way to brighten anyone's day. The messages conveyed in the comics are often about friendship, love, and kindness, and they are delivered in a way that is both funny and heartwarming.

Overall, Milk & Mocha is a delightful comic series that is well worth checking out. Whether you are a fan of cute animals or just need a pick-me-up, these comics are sure to put a smile on your face. Really very little to complain about with these comic stips

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I just finished reading this book by myself and to my kids (repeatedly might I add). My 1 year enjoyed this too much that it’s nonstop reading before bedtime. This was really cute and adorable, that I honestly didn’t get tired of it. I highly recommend to anyone!

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This is an adorable slice of life collection akin to Catana Chetwynd or Philippa Rice but featuring two bears! I really appreciate that the bears aren't gendered so it can reflect many different kinds of relationships and that Mocha is mute!

There are many cute sections. My favorite shows Milk and Mocha trying to fit heart halves together, realizing they don't fit, and working together to mold the pieces into a full heart. It shows that people aren't just destined to be together with a happily ever after, but have to work to maintain a good relationship. Other panels show this too. It's very realistic for a book about bears!

It's also a perfect collection for teaching visual literacy. There isn't a lot of text, but it still tells a full story. I wholeheartedly recommend this!

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This slice of life comic is so sweet, simple, funny and adorable! The perfect book to read when you’re looking for something cute,cozy, and quick to read!

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An adorable comic, about the life of two little bears and their pet dino. The art style is lovely and as the title promises it makes you happy, because it is just so cute.

I haven't seen the webcomic beforehand, but it's heartwarming and I will check it out after reading this.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

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This is the cutest little graphic novel about two bears, Milk and Mocha, who are in love. It has illustrations and comic strips of their every day lives and how they live with each other. Milk and Mocha show their love in different ways and I love the subtlety of their different communication styles and love language. This book celebrates love and how special it is. It was so enjoyable to read. I loved the addition of Matcha; he's so cute! I will definitely be reading more from these characters in the future.

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Thank you to Netgalley for a chance to read this in exchange for an honest review!

This was so adorable! I absolutely loved the illustrations as well as the little clips. I kept thinking how relatable some of these were. I was surprised to actually chuckle or giggle out loud several times.

This was such a good break in the other things I'm reading. A simple, cute, creative little book.

I enjoyed it.

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As a hug fan of Milk and Mocha these comics are really cute and funny.. I was constantly showing them to my husband because they reminded me of us. The addition of Macha is icing on the cake. I loved this.

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Thank you net galley for providing me with an advanced readers copy of milk and mocha in exchange for a honest review.


I quite literally devoured this in one sitting and was done in 20 minutes. One of the most adorable and sweet webtoons I've ever read, I was smiling giggling and literally kicking my feet the entire time reading it, such a beautiful heart warming short read, perfect for readers of any age honestly I adored it and need more :')

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This graphic novel was absurdly gorgeous! It shows cute moments in the everyday life of a bear's couple and how their relationship grows. The art style is very fluffy and adorable and it is portraited with pastel and warm colors. I was amazed by how much of the everyday activity as a couple I could recognize in my own relationship and that made my smile throughout the entire reading experience. This novel has not much writing but every drawing is self explained and full of meaning. A great read for kids and everyone that would like to feel as they had been just hugged in a cold day.

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I received an ARC from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

This book is an adorable easy read, good for when you need a quick pick me up. The characters Milk, Mocha, and Matcha are all really cute, going through day to day moments. I really enjoyed getting to see how Milk and Mocha met. Definitely worth the read.

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I’ve always said the little things are what bring me joy and make me smile! I love that this book has the same message!!! This was so cute and I just wanted to cuddle milk and mocha! The illustrations were so cozy and lovable!!!!

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What a treat!

This is a book of comics about Milk and Mocha. Milk is a white bear who loves food, her pet dinosaur named Matcha, and she most especially loves Mocha, a brown bear who can’t speak but communicates using his phone or his blackboard.

The comics are usually four panels and are drawn in a cute, simple style. I immediately fell in love with these characters and found myself wanting to share them with my wife - so many of the comics “are” us.

While the comics target adults, they are family friendly and I’m sure lots of kids would find this book enjoyable.

Melanie Sie is the creator of Milk & Mocha. Look for her comics on most social media platforms under the name milkmochabear.

Thank you to Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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This book is literally so stinkin' cute. hahaha i loved it! It was just a fun little story following matcha, mocha and milk they are the cutest little family. I was plushies of all the characters. Also would love to see more with these characters too. I will absolutley be getting a copy for my goddaughter.

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This is quite probably the best feel good book you will ever read.
Adorable in its simplistic illustrations, this book compiles little comics about the happy life of the couple Milk and Mocha. What more do you need than happy bears in love?
Your heart will thank you after reading this!

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If one has been following Milk and Mocha on any of the online platforms, then this is a treat for them!
An absolutely adorable book filled with the usual milk-mocha and matcha tales. Very enjoyable and delightful read.

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The absolutely adorable pair that Milk and Mocha in book form. It's cute, it's amusing, it's comforting. I adore these two and I'm happy to see this as a book.

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First I want to know how the creative team knows so much about my relationship with my husband. Milk is a menace and I am 100% Milk. I feel this in my soul and I am sure my husband would feel the same about Mocha. The art is adorable, the story is fun. I will be finding the rest of these books.

5 stars.

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This book was so cute. The perfect palate cleanser between novels. Mocha and Milk's relationship was so cute and wholesome, and the art style was lovely to look at.

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ARC provided by NetGalley

This was so adorable. Like the most adorable and relatable thing I have read all month. I love the graphic novel/comic sub-genre of cute animal characters doing everyday relatable life stuff. These two especially are among the cutest. The overwhelming love and joy that they have for each other in all aspects of their lives are just so cute. I also loved how so much of the character's personality and actions were able to be conveyed with so few words. This is a mostly no-words comic collection and it does a great job of telegraphing action and emotion through the characters and objects which can be a difficult balance to pull off. Just a really fun and cute story.

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this is one of the cutest graphic novels I’ve ever read. It brought a smile to my face and mocha and milk are so cuddly. I especially love their little Dino pet.

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This book is absolutely adorable. Not only are all of the characters cute, they also show the different ways we can exist with our loved ones, despite our differences. Some people are introverts, some are extroverts! Some people need physical love and others prefer emotional love. I think this is a lovely and accessible way to show how to live and love in relationships.

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These two bears are beyond adorable ! I absolutely adored their dynamic and I definitely do believe it’s the little things in life that matter and this book does just that and more ! I am a upper class-man in college who is and will be stressing in regards to finals and maintaining a good gpa and looking towards the future so taking 5-10mins to read some of milk and mochas chaotic , hilarious and oh so relatable shenanigans truly makes me smile and I even find myself giggling from time to time. If you have not yet go download it !

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Absolutely adorable. Loved the art style and characters. The scenes were relatable and cute. I could see this being an anime

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I've never been one that is much for comics, but this cozy little comic put a smile on my face! It felt like I was honestly reading about the comic version of me and my husband! So relatable and entertaining. Each character has a definite personality about them. And Matcha is just the cutest little thing. All in all, I enjoyed this sweet little read and will definitely be checking more out from this author!

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Milk & Mocha are adorable bears. This comics collections follows along with small slices of life between these two and are short, adorable, and touching.
Milk is extroverted and very food motivated, Mocha introverted and clumsy. The two are a great pairing and this quick read is sure to bring a smile to your face.

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Imagine my surprise when I find out that one of my favorite short comics to follow on twitter has a physical book now! Milk & Mocha comics are short, sweet, and simple, not relying a lot on spoken dialogue to get the emotions across, meaning they can be enjoyed by a wider range of readers. If you enjoy cute comics, you'll probably like these sweet bears!

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I follow the artist on social media, and all of the comic panels in this book, ohter than being relatable personally, are just the cutest! Wholesome content

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The Milk & Mocha Comics Collection by Melanie Sie chronicles the daily life of two adorable bears.

There is something for everyone in these little comics. I loved Milk & Mocha and even their pet lizard-blob, Matcha. These sweet comics show these bears just living life together in all of its forms: sleeping, eating, annoying each other, and comforting each other.

Most of the comics have no text, though the some of the few that did were a little Hallmark-y for my taste. I honestly don’t think the text is ever need outside of sound effects. I also had hoped that all of these little comics would lean towards comforting and feel-good vibes, similar to Garlic & the Witch, but that wasn’t what the author was going for. Nor were they in narrative format.

Overall, I loved the concept and illustrations but it ended up being a slightly different vibe than I was expecting.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.

Milk & Mocha Comics Collection releases on July, 25 2023.

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Review to come closer to the release day on blog/goodreads/etc.

I received this book from Netgalley in exchange of an honest review.

I absolutely LOVE Milk & Mocha, so I was excited to see a whole collection of this cute comic on Netgalley. This I had to get! 

In this book we follow Milk (a white bear/ice bear) and Mocha (a brown bear) and their lives together. These two are very much in love and we get to see their daily lives with plenty of adorable and cute scenes that made me just go aww so many times. From yummy food, to cute messages, to fun times watching shows. I loved seeing their daily lives and see how adorable they are together. I have to say that I was already sharing these with my hubby (they are perfect as they are so sweet) when I spy them on Twitter, but I have to share even more now with this cute book. I am considering buying the book for him! 

And a lot of things are relatable. Yes, I am not a bear, my hubby is quite a bear, but also not a bear. XD Like how Milk flops on Mocha's lap after a tiring day. Or how one kiss is indeed not enough. Or that one comic that Milk has a big big scary nightmare and wakes up, all startled, then turns to Mocha and clings to them and all is well. I do that as well when I have had a scary dream. And there were more, it was just so cute and so fun. 

A lot of the scenes in this book are without words, which works very well because you can clearly see and understand the situation just from the illustrations. Plus, it also works since Mocha cannot speak and communicates solely by signs, like by a tablet. 

I loved that we met Matcha, an appropriately named little dragon-like creature that is all green (well, except his spikes, those are yellow). Matcha is a bit of a handful at times, they really seem to love Milk the most. At times I felt a bit for Mocha because they try and Matcha is just growly or angry at them. I am happy that as the story continues we see things mellow out a bit more.

And I am totally happy that we got to see a story about how these two met! SOOOO CUTE!

All in all, are you in the need for something adorable? Love slice of life? Love some cute bears doing cute things? Grab this one~

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This is the cutest, the most adorable, and the most can-I-just-squish-it book ever! Cozy and relatable for any age. I am now absolutely obsessed with it and I will be pre-ordering several print copies of this, as this is going to make the most perfect gift ever. And I need one print copy of this on my shelf too. This is weird how a simple book can be so adorable, yet so relatable at the same time, and be so down-to-earth, yet absolutely beautiful. Everyone, seriously everyone needs this book in their life.

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This was an absolutely adorable story. The art is super cute, and the comics were relatable.

I found Milk & Mocha to be extremely similar to me & my husband.

Cozy and lovely; all the stars!

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THIS WAS EXTREMELY CUTE!! A very sweet read that filled my heart with nothing but warmth and yearning. I follow Melani Sie on Instagram, I was surprised and delighted to see a Milk & Mocha comic book collection. I think this is such a fantastic way for fans of the pair to have something tangible.

I enjoyed seeing Milk & Mocha & Matcha's adventures. I liked getting to know more about their universe (I didn't know Matcha had a name!) and their personality traits. I like the way Mocha's mellow, patient nature plays off of Milk's cheerful enthusiasm. My favourite comic? The one that said "whether times are good or bad, let's enjoy them together" was just too sweet for words! I could bear-ly bear it (that pun was intentional, please don't string me up yet!).

The never-before-seen backstory was very cute and illuminating. It adds surprising depth to the comics and confirm things I wondered about but never knew. Fans of the comics are in for a treat!

Thank you NetGalley and Andrew McMeel Publishing for providing this adorably wholesome eARC in exchange for an honest review.

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Omg I loved this comic collection! It’s so cute!! Definitely something to give to your partner who loves book and it’s relatable in its stories!! I’m so preordering a copy or going to be looking for it in stores!!

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So cute and wholesome and it made me giggle a lot. I love the relationship between milk, mocha and their pet dino.

The art style is to die for…. Amazing…. Would definitely recommend this

* definitely plan on purchasing my own copy when it comes out in July 😊*

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Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for an e-arc of this delightful comic collection in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own and not influenced in any way.

this was so hecking adorable. milk and mocha is a collection of moments between (you guessed it) milk and mocha BUT ALSO matcha, their little dinosaur pet who is a ball of cuteness. this made me so happy and giddy. i wish there were milk and mocha squishies that i could own. this was a very creative idea and it's so wholesome and soul soothing. 100% recommend for when you're having a bad day and just want to look at cute, love filled, domestic interactions between these two adorable bears and their lil dino.

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I love these little bears! This comic is very nice and I loved learning how Milk and Mocha met. Very very cute!

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I’ve never read something this precious in my entire 27 years living. I came across this gem by chance on NetGalley and just glancing that the cover I knew I was destined to be bffs with milk + mocha(and matcha obvi!) I especially loved this book because I saw so many glimpses of the daily life of my husband and I in the majority of the images. The love Mocha and Milk share is so raw and unconditional, and that’s the best way to be. Some days Milk gives a lil extra and sometime Mocha is the one lifting Milk up. Love is not always 50/50. Some days it’s 20/80 or 60/40, and that’s part of the beauty of it all. This was simply beautiful and touching and I’m so thankful for the chance I was given to experience this story on NetGalley for my honest review.

What are you waiting for? Go get your copy now! This piece is necessary for all personal library collections, no doubt.

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This is the cutest comic I’ve ever read! Milk and Mocha are absolutely adorable. They’re total opposites but love, appreciate, and understand the other so much. This comic is such a good reminder to find happiness in the little things. Funny and heartwarming, it will endear many readers.

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Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the digital ARC!

This comic collection was a very quick and fun read These comics were so cute and adorable. The characters, Milk and Mocha, remind me a little of my husband and me. They are so cute together and reading this just made me feel happy.

I really enjoyed this and I will definitely be looking up the web comic to read more.

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This was extremely adorable! The art style was simple but really did its job (they’re so cute!) and the stories comics themselves had som really sweet messages.

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If this ain't the cutest thing ever! ♡

Milk & Mocha follows the life of a pair of white and brown bear, portrayed in simple comic. I've seen these two as stickers on social media a lot, but I never knew they have their own stories. Milk and Mocha, together with their tiny dragon pet, Matcha, spends time together, creating a very wholesome graphic novel to read.

The illustrations are absolutely adorable, and I love the way how Milk always expresses its love towards Mocha and Matcha (I use "it" to refer to the character because I believe none of their genders are revealed). Matcha seems more attached to Milk, but there is a point where Milk goes somewhere and Matcha ends up cuddling with Mocha instead and it is just the cutest thing ever! This book is something you can read when in need of cute and cuddly moments.

I squealed and gushed so much while going through this one, but I think the most precious part is when the backstory of how Milk and Mocha started living together was revealed. I love love them so much ♡

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"What does happiness mean to you?
Is it the taste of strawberry on top of your cake? Or is it the funny memes you discovered while scrolling online? Or is it waking up next to your loved one and seeing their sleeping face?
Happiness can be the littlest, the simplest, and the silliest things that may seem underwhelming to others, but they can put a smile on your face and keep you going.
This book is for those who love to enjoy all the little things."

I didn't knew this webcomic before seeing this collection on Netgalley and what a great discovery! I fell in love with the art, the bright and pastel colors, the characters, the message conveyed behind the webcomic!

"people said, "make a wish when you see a shooting star" but I don't need to because you're my wish come true"

This book is just about celebrating and creating little moments with your loved one. And I'm here for it! Now I'm just waiting for the physical version to buy it! Honestly, there is so many scenes I wanted as a phone wallpaper!


"When I am with you, even silence feels comfortable"
If you like cute art, enjoy and find beauty in little things and swoonworthy scenes, this webcomic is for you!

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This was an absolutely adorable and quick read! Milk, Mocha, and Matcha remind me so much of my own relationship. Definitely a good pick me up kind of book.

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This is an absolutely perfect slice of life comic--it feels like being wrapped up in a big fuzzy blanket with a steaming cup of tea in your hands. Although a little short (you can finish this in under 10 minutes unless you really take your time to admire the details), Milk & Mocha is a great little book to settle down with when you need to relax. The art was absolutely adorable, and I grinned all the way through.

From a representation standpoint, Mocha is nonverbal, which I greatly appreciated. Nonverbal characters rarely appear in prose novels or comic books; Melani Sie did an excellent job.

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This is an adorable web comic series about two bears and their pet dino. All the comics are super cute and it's just a fun and lighthearted read.

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I enjoyed the graphics!! Super cute. This was a nice break between books Im reading. If you want something light and fun and to escape adulthood for a little bit, this is the perfect book!

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Melani Sie made the most adorable slice-of-life comics I have fell in love with. I'm a huge fan of this comic when I see it every once in a while on Facebook. I think the little comics remind me so much about my own relationship and just the relatable cuteness of it really puts a smile on my face. I love how comic drawing artists use animal personas to depict real life scenarios because it makes them 10 times cuter than what we see in real life. Overall, the short comics were well colored and sketched, and I am dying to see what else this author makes in the future. I cannot wait until this publication comes out because I will definitely purchase it.

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Loved this book! I read it in a day. Short by so much fun! I smile and laughed all the way through. Love Milk, Mocha and their pet Matcha! Recommending this to co-workers!

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This is a cute comic compilation featuring Mocha & Milk whose comic adventures have spread around the internet. As a comic fan - and a webcomic fan - I really enjoyed this collection. Milk & Mocha Comics Collection is an adorably humorous volume full of joy and sweetness. It is relatable and heartwarming. It's perfect for readers who want an extra dash of sweetness added to their day.

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Wow this was just too cute! Milk and Mocha are absolutely adorable. They are so sweet and kind with each other.

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Such an adorable comic collection. Whether you’re knew to Milk and Mocha, or a fan of this webcomic, it is adorable with a capital A+.

I’ve been a fan of Milk and Mocha via the snippets I’ve seen online, but now I’m in love with them. Whether you and your special someone have been together for months or years, you’ll won’t be able to spot running over to show them how these bears are just like the two of you.

Such a fun read! Thank you Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for my advanced readers copy of this title.

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Milk & Mocha are as sweet and toasty as their names imply. These comics leave you with a warm sweater and a kiss on your forehead. I'm mostly familiar with the franchise through the GIFs and stickers I send my partner. I've stumbled upon the comics in the past but never read much. Now, this book has made me a lifelong fan of the artist. Also, at me next time you're going to use my relationship as inspiration. ;)

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Oh my goodness, how had I never heard of Milk and Mocha before? These two bears and their adorable relationship have my entire heart. As does Matcha, their adorable pet dino.

There is nothing about this that I didn’t love, The art style was perfect and there were so many intricate details that there was always so much to look at in every frame, for example I loved the details of matcha eating food with Milk and Mocha and having the camera filters work on Matcha too!

I loved all of the comics included in this, some made me giggle while others had my cheeks aching from smiling so hard! I also loved discovering how the two bears met. And every single time one of them dressed up as each other or as Matcha (and when Matcha dressed up too) my heart was so full. I have grown so attached to these sweet bears and their pet dino, I am so invested in their life together and I can’t wait to hopefully read more from them in the future.

This was the perfect collection of slice of life comics and I had the best time reading it. I will most definitely be picking up a physical copy and revisiting this regularly! Milk and Mocha also remind me so much of me and my partner so I can’t wait to buy the book when it releases so I can get her to read it!

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Milk & Mocha steal hearts once again as they navigate life with their pet dino Matcha. Melani Sie’s iconic, and oh-so-relatable, duo will leave you laughing and appreciating those subtle but sweet moments we share. At the perfect length to read during your coffee break, this adorable collection of comics is sure to be the perfect dose of wholesome content to top off your day.

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It's the daily adventures of one hyperactive white bear (Milk) and one quiet brown bear (Mocha). Their relationship grows through small tidbits of their life together. With their pal, the small green dino, Milk and Mocha act cute and rebellious by charming each other and making life fun—a short collective read for all things adorable.
I was blown away by how fun and adorable this was. Milk and Mocha and definitely the dino, too, are just too cute in the small everyday shorts of their adventurous life. From eating yummy foods to playing in the rain, these two create such a cozy atmosphere—a warm delight full of sweet nothings and simple pleasures. I can't wait til the author comes out with more!

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The number one word I'd use to describe this graphic novel is ADORABLE. Milk & Mocha are two bears in a relationship and the story follows the cute interactions between the both of them. It's a quicky and easy read that will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside.

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This was so adorable and I flew through it in one day. I loved the art style and the story, and the little dinosaur was so cute! Would highly recommend picking this book up and having a wholesome day reading it.

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A super cute collection of web comics of Milk and Mocha! It's a fun collection that you can read one as a break or sit down and read all the cute comics at once.

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Thank you NetGalley, publisher and author for this ARC!

It’s so cute!! I’m reading it with my sister and she loves it. This comics collection of Milk & Mocha is suitable for all ages, it’s simple, fun and entertaining. The throwback between Milk & Mocha is everything, it’s such a bittersweet moment and i can’t help but adore these two🥺

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SO CUTE AND HEARTWARMING 🥺❤️
this is one of my favourite comics on instagram and this book just made me so happy. 🫶🏼

thanks to the publisher and netgalley for the copy.

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This comic was adorable!! I was able to smile and giggle throughout the entire book! It really is the little things.

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That was truly the cutest thing I have ever read. Not only does it have art with a cute little story plot but it also has a character that speaks to me on a spiritual level.

I identify as an introverted extrovert. Meaning I enjoy people but I have to get to known them before I feel comfortable enough to talk a lot or be myself. Like Mocha I also enjoy reading a good book and not leaving the house.

Let's be honest everyone has a Milk in their life that is obviously the extrovert of the relationship (be it friendship or more) but they keep life interesting and know exactly what to do when you're down in the dumps. Or your favorite fictional character died.

Would recommend this to all ages.

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This is the cutest little slice of life graphic novel. Milk and Mocha along with their little Dino Matcha are the funniest little characters. If you want to read something light that will turn your day around this is the book for you.

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This is a series of comics that follow Mocha, Milk, and Matcha's day to day lives. It is absolutely adorable and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. I read it in one sitting and it left a smile on my face. If your looking for a wholesome graphic novel, then I'd recommend this to you.

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5 🌟
This is what I needed!!! I love the cuteness, wholesomeness, the fluff in this! Milk, Mocha, and Matcha are so cute and my face keeps smiling cause OMG WHY ARE THEY SO CUTEEEE!!!! Milk is like the outgoing extrovert and Mocha is like the quiet introvert. I love how mocha shows love through food and milk shows love through physical affection. They both have my heart and if you want something cute to brighten up your day, then I highly recommend this cute comic!


Thank you netgalley and author Melanie Sie for this e-book in exchange for a honest review!!!!

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This graphic novel is the epitome of adorable! The two main characters, Milk and Mocha, are the cutest bears, but more importantly, they’re SO relatable! I felt like I could see my own interactions with my loved ones in the early pages as we get snippets of their lives together with their little pet dino, Matcha! I also loved that after falling for all the little personality traits of the bears, we got to see how they met and their love story! It really is a heartfelt graphic novel for any age!

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I wasn't familiar with these characters before but was happy to be introduced to them. A cute little collection that's bound to make you audibly say, "aw!"

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