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I Will Judge You by Your Bookshelf Hardcover – Illustrated, April 14, 2020

by Grant Snider (Author)

4.4 638 ratings

Book 1 of 1: I Will Judge You by Your Bookshelf

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Celebrate the culture and fanaticism of book lovers with beloved illustrator Grant Snider’s I Will Judge You by Your Bookshelf, a full-color graphic novel celebrating books, authors, and reading. With a striking package including a die-cut cover, it’s the perfect addition to any reader's bookshelf.

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.

"This is a delightful and humorous collection of comics about the joys of being a book lover, from collecting large amounts of books to (sometimes) getting around to reading them.”—Book Riot

“With I Will Judge You by Your Bookshelf, Snider—an artist, writer and orthodontist—has gathered up a decade’s worth of his comics for boisterous bookworms into one convenient volume. Snider’s thoughtful cartoons for bibliophiles also reveal he’s a well-rounded reader himself.” —New York Times Book Review

“I confess:
I’m in love with books.
I read in social situations.
I will use anything as a bookmark.
I confuse fiction with reality.
I am wanted for unpaid library fines.
I steal books from my children.
I like my realism with a little bit of magic.
I like to sniff old books.”

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I Will Judge You by Your Bookshelf
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128 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Abrams ComicArts
Publication date

April 14, 2020
Grade level

Preschool and up
Dimensions

7.75 x 0.8 x 9.25 inches
ISBN-10

1419737112
ISBN-13

978-1419737114
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“With I Will Judge You by Your Bookshelf, Snider—an artist, writer and orthodontist—has gathered up a decade's worth of his comics for boisterous bookworms into one convenient volume…Snider’s thoughtful cartoons for bibliophiles also reveal he’s a well-rounded reader himself.”―New York Times Book Review

“This playful, self-aware collection of strips and gags on the joys and frustrations of reading and writing is equal parts lighthearted and sincere.”―Publishers Weekly

“...Grant Snider has a prescient book for these times…”―Chris Arrant, Newsarama

“If you surround yourself with books and can’t imagine life without them, you’ll definitely want to add Snider’s new collection to your shelf.”―KMUW

“This is a delightful and humorous collection of comics about the joys of being a book lover, from collecting large amounts of books to (sometimes) getting around to reading them.”―Book Riot

“…colorful panels convey just the right amount of information, seasoned with sly allusions and inside jokes aimed at the avid reader. Anyone with the book bug will savor Snider’s brand of humor.”―BookPage

About the Author

Grant Snider is an orthodontist by day and an artist by night. His comics have been featured in the Kansas City Star, the New York Times, and The New Yorker, as well as The Best American Comics 2013 anthology. He lives in Wichita, Kansas, with his wife and four children.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Abrams ComicArts; Illustrated edition (April 14, 2020)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 128 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1419737112
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1419737114
Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool and up
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.41 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.75 x 0.8 x 9.25 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #354,120 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #77 in Conceptual Arts (Books)
- #271 in General Books & Reading
- #462 in Literary Graphic Novels (Books)

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Grant Snider writes, draws, and lives in Wichita, Kansas. His first book, "The Shape of Ideas," is a personal exploration of the joys and frustrations of the creative process. His work has appeared in The New York Times Book Review, The New Yorker, The Kansas City Star, The Best American Comics 2013, and across the internet as the popular strip "Incidental Comics." Grant works as an orthodontist in his day job. You can often find him carrying a sketchbook, lost in his own thoughts.

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Helen

magic!!

Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2022

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This book needs 10 stars. I have seen a few of his cartoons in the NYorker, but didn’t know he had written this and a couple others - yes I will be buying those too. Every chapter and every page was perfect. Definitions were not only hysterical, they were insightful, honest and spot on. Progression on subjects was also lovely (see reading to a child). I want to copy several to post in our library for their humor but also for direction - how to read, what to read, how to write, etc. thank you for such a wonderful (and quick!) read. And reread.

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lisan

Book lovers and aspiring writers will love this book.

Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2020

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I discovered Grant Snider from Sketchbook in the New York Times Book Review. I liked his cartoon so well that I electronically checked his new book out from the library. Not being a fan of graphic novels, I did not have high expectations. Half way through the book, I realized that I had to own It. I couldn’t wait until it arrived, so that I could finish reading it from my own copy.

I was not disappointed. The cover had a delightful surprise. It looks like a children’s book, but the contents run deep. Snider wrote from a true reader and writer’s heart, which exactly mirrored my own heart. I love books and would like to be a writer.

Every page I turn in this book makes me laugh or think, so it will sit on a table of honor near my bookshelf forever. Anyone who wants to judge me by my bookshelf, feel free. There is no better way to know me.

I will think twice before I turn up my nose to a graphic book again.

16 people found this helpful

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Rachel

Cute

Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2024

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I enjoyed this book of comics about books - both reading and writing them. There were cute Easter eggs and references that warrant a second look at each comic. I'd recommend it for readers of all ages.

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JANET

Not what I expected but....

Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2023

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... a fun and interesting trip into Grant Snider's psyche. Didn't know it was going to be a comic collection but, okay, lots of tips about writing and writers are sprinkled throughout in humorous freeform thought. There was no judgement of my bookshelf or anyone else's here which was disappointing given the misleading title. Cute but not a reread, mostly meh.

Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2023

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So creative, funny, spot on, beautiful and inspiring!! A must for both readers and writers. Look forward to reading more by Grant Snider.

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paperlady

If I could give it a Higher Score I Would

Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2020

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What a great book. I opened the box, took out the book and started reading - finished it a couple of hours later. I don't like graphic novels - even as a child I didn't like them (hence I never read comic books). I had never heard of Grnat Snider - I bought this because I loved the title. I'm now going to get his other books.
As I was reading I kept going "Yes, Yes" often seeing myself and others in the book (and yes, I do judge (too strong a word) people by their bookshelf - or rather by the lack of them).
I read at all times - pretty much anywhere - I always have book and a notebook with me.

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Chris Fow Cohen

Deceptively Delightful

Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2022

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You can zoom through this book quickly — the drawings are simple enough, on their face, to feel breezy — until you stop in your tracks. And SEE.

Sure, read it quickly the first time. Then skip around for the panels you need, and take your time.

4 people found this helpful

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Timothy

Perfect For Readers

Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2022

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Readers and writers will love this book full of comics about reading and writing. Very entertaining and fun read. Love the part about lost pens as well as the story of the ampersand.

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Simone Abreu

Lindo!

Reviewed in Brazil on February 26, 2023

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Livro sobre livros.
Ilustrações belíssimas.
Todos os leitores compulsivos, como eu, vão se identificar. Também traz um olhar empático para os autores, especialmente em seus momentos de agruras.

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S

Wonderful book

Reviewed in Canada on October 2, 2021

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I love these comics, great fun read
I loved the table of contents and the index to tie everything together

Ilias P

Rolig bok med korta tecknade serier

Reviewed in Sweden on August 21, 2023

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En bok som handlar om böcker och talar direkt till bokälskare. Köpte en till mig själv och några månader senare en till som present till en vän (som också älskar böcker). Boken är underhållande och varje tecknad serie tar 1-2 sidor, något som gör boken lättläst.

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Meera

Amazingly alliterate!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 5, 2021

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I resemble a lot of the different readers and am so glad to see that there are others who read many different forms. It was a great mix of literature styles, reading styles and writers,I loved seeing all the differences. I keep thinking that I need to send it to my mother if only she used her kindle. I found the drawing style refreshing and simple yet with enough mystical feeling to be special. I must applaud the author and hope that they keep drawing/ writing.

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CB

El libro perfecto

Reviewed in Mexico on June 24, 2020

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Es la mejor compra que he hecho éste mes!!! El libro más precioso para todo bibliófilo que se respete. Lo amo y al autor también 💛