The New Yorker Hates My Cartoons

by Kyle Owens (Illustrator)

A Darkly Humorous Collection of Cartoons Rejected by the New Yorker

It’s become a thing on my bucket list to have one of my cartoons in The New Yorker before I die.

Now I have to admit that so far death is winning, but I’m going to keep trying.

142 pages, Paperback

Published December 24, 2019

Reviews

[Ryan Jantz · Rating 2 out of 5]

I found the premise stronger than the content: punching back at the impossibly impenetrable New Yorker submissions department is a relatable and admirable quest. Sadly, I too found these cartoons to be just okay. I grew up loving the Far Side, and at his best Owens totally channels its irreverence, weirdness, and wit into the present moment. However, I can only say that about a handful of the cartoons, and on the whole I found myself groaning more than not. Which I know is sort of the point. But still.

[Ryan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great for a super quick read. Clever comics, reminiscent of early Far Side.

[Riley Spellman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great collection! I hope the New Yorker accepts one someday!