Grant Snider: I Will Judge You By Your Bookshelf

Hi everyone

I Will Judge You By Your Bookshelf by Grant Snider is a charming comic book about being a reader, loving books, and the quirks of bookish culture This was a sweet gift from my husband and as a self-proclaimed bookworm, I was excited to dive in. 

"A look at the culture and fanaticism of book lovers, from the beloved New York Times illustrator and creator of Incidental Comics.
It’s no secret, but we are judged by our bookshelves. We learn to read at an early age, and as we grow older we shed our beloved books for new ones. But some of us surround ourselves with books. We collect them, decorate with them, are inspired by them, and treat our books as sacred objects. In this lighthearted collection of one- and two-page comics, writer-artist Grant Snider explores bookishness in all its forms, and the love of writing and reading, building on the beloved literary comics featured on his website, Incidental Comics. I Will Judge You by Your Bookshelf is the perfect gift for bookworms of all ages."

This was ok. It was never laugh-out-loud, but it did make me smirk and smile. Some things were recognizable, others were farfetched. Nothing really stood out to me.

This was okay. It never made me laugh out loud, but it did make me smirk and smile a few times. Some of the comics were very recognizable while others felt a bit farfetched.
The art style is charming, and Snider clearly loves books, but nothing really stood out to me. It’s a light, pleasant read, but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re a book lover, you’ll likely enjoy the relatability, but don’t expect anything groundbreaking.

Have you read this one? Did it make you smile, or did you find it forgettable too? I’d love to hear your thoughts!

Happy reading.
Helena