Heart and Brain: Body Language

Heart and Brain #3

by Nick Seluk, The Awkward Yeti

From the New York Time s bestselling creator of the hugely popular Awkward Yeti comics comes the third collection in his  Heart and Brain series.

Heart and Body Language continues the adventures of the loveably conflicted sentimental Heart and rational Brain, as well as other bodily inhabitants like Gallbladder, Muscle, and Tongue.
 
Warm-hearted and laugh-out-loud funny, these comics bring our inner struggles to vibrant, humorous life.
 

Genres: Graphic Novels, Comics, Humor, Fiction, Graphic Novels Comics, Adult, Comedy

144 pages, Paperback

First published October 3, 2017

About the author

Creator of The Awkward Yeti and its New York Times Bestselling Heart and Brain series, the "Kind of a Big Deal" series for Scholastic, the card game OrganATTACK and many others. Nick resides in Michigan with his overly affectionate cat, Taz, and has three amazing kids. He enjoys thinking about wanting to run, playing guitar okayly, and being generally childlike.

Reviews

[Sarah Andersen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hilarious!

[Shai · Rating 5 out of 5]

This compilation of the comic strips of Heart and Brain's repartee are really hilarious to read. Also, I've learnt that there are previously published books of the The Awkward Yeti; I'll try to check those later and indulge myself with a good laugh.

Lastly, I can relate to Brain's personality because I'm an introvert, a bookworm, and I carefully plan everything first unlike Heart. Yet, I have the some characteristics of Heart also, for instance he likes relaxation and animals such as dogs and other pets. So, after all, I'm really a mixed of Brain and Heart.

[Aneela ♒the_mystique_reader♒ · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was hilarious!
This comic strip collection by Awkward Yeti is a must read if you like comics. The brightly colored pictures and funny dialogues between heart, brain and other body organs are fun to read.


Thanks to Net Galley and Andrews McMeet Publishing for the eARC of this comic in exchange for an honest review.

[Barbara (The Bibliophage) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This comic is just what I needed this week. And so many fewer calories than #sheetcaking! Every time I would listen to some news, I'd turn to Heart, Brain, and their body buddies to lift me back up. Since this is the first time I've read one of these books, I'm now looking forward to going back to the earlier books. Maybe this way I'll survive all the crazy in our world.

Thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for a digital advanced readers copy in exchange for my always honest review.

[TL *Humaning the Best She Can* · Rating 4 out of 5]

My favorite collection of the bunch so far:)

My current favorite is the irritable grumpy bowel (wouldn't mind a plushie of that one).
Some of these hit real close to home and some had me shaking with laughter.

These are simply wonderful and they give me a smile and/or laugh every time I read them.

Would recommend and also following on Instagram:)

I definitely feel like an awkward yeti some days.

[Scarlet Cameo · Rating 4 out of 5]

For me, Heart and Brain is always a win. I really enjoy this comics strip. The struggle between them is so fun, and when other organs enter to the formula, just work. Maybe the reason why I love it is because I eat a lot, I’m almost blind and I hate exercise (even when I do it almost every day) so, this is accurate for me.

I’m pretty sure that, if my organs could speak, probably the conversation will be similar to this book, and I’ll fight side to side with them, supporting the one that made me happy and not the one that is healtier...or sametimes doing the exactly opposite. That's the fun part, that even when this isn't a surprise, is always enjoyable.

Honestly this webcomic is so much fun one of the few that I can read over and over and do not get tired of it, and want more of it. This year I found this comic strip and I do not want to let it go never (I also want a teddy brain, but shipping is so expensive ...so i need time to convince my sister that bring it with her).

Conclusion: If you want to spend a good time, this book is for you!

My favourites:










A digital copy of this book was provided by NetGalley

[Jessi ❤️ H. Vojsk [if villain, why hot?] · Rating 5 out of 5]

I follow "The Awkward Yeti" on Instagram, so i already knew some of his comics.
They are the cutest comics ever and my favorite "character" is obviously heart, because he is so cute.
All the comics are so funny and I just love them!

[Fizah(Books tales by me) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it...

[Amina (ⴰⵎⵉⵏⴰ) · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have always loved heart and brain and this new adventure made me love them even more, I really loved heart's wisdom and the way he goes through life, epic!

[Shirley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Original review

This book was provided by the publisher through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing!

Heart and Brain: Body Language is a graphic novel about the adventures of Heart and Brain. Besides Heart and Brain, you also have Gallbladder, Muscle,Tongue, Eyes,... Heart and Brain: Body Language is about the daily struggles of life.

Heart and Brain: Body Language is such a funny and relatable graphic novel! I couldn't stop laughing while going through the comics. It's such a brilliant book and I can't help notice that it's already the third book by Andrews McMeel Publishing that I love!

Heart and Brain: Body Language is a real recommendation for those who want to read something light and funny! I cannot wait to read another Heart and Brain book!

[destiny ♡ howling libraries · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you follow The Awkward Yeti's comics like I do, you already know you're looking at a good time with this book. I never get tired of the heart's shenanigans, the brain's desperate attempts to keep everyone in order, or the hilarious relatability of the intestines. Anyone who's got a human body can probably get a laugh out of at least a few of these, so I'd definitely recommend picking this one up if you're a comic reader.

Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for the ARC! All opinions in this review are my own.

[Lost Planet Airman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Awesomely insightful little cartoons, including the return of the Gall Bladder.

[Ray Flores · Rating 3 out of 5]

I’ve seen this artist’s work all over internet, and when I found out that he had a few published graphic novels, I just had to read them.

As the title suggest, this is a book filled with Heart and Brain interactions. They’re so different from each other, obviously, but they both have their perks. I’m a logical person, so I tend to agree more with what Brain says and does. To me, Heart was annoying at a times and I was like: Behave! but that is just because of my personality. In reality, we need both perspectives in order to make a decision, so it’s not all black or white.

What I really like is that there are other organs involved, so it turns out as a light-hearted reading because we see their perspectives on things such as anxiety, exercising, work and ‘adulting’ in general.

This graphic novel was the perfect example that everybody is a world in its own, but we all can agree that even if we follow a boring routine, there’s always something to be alive for. Totally recommend it!

[Cheryl · Rating 3 out of 5]

And again, I read this twice in a row. Just too insightful. Not perfectly logical every time, but always clever.

A better inspirational poster than whatever your boss posted would be H&B pushing the Sisyphean rock labeled "Self-Doubt" up the hill towards the "Goal" and Heart suggesting "Maybe it would be easier if we put this down."

Otoh, consider (Irritable) Bowels grumbling about the conspiracy "to hide the real conspiracy." When Heart complains "I don't know what's real anymore" Bowels responds "Nothing is!"

I really like the dialogue-less three panel in which Brain pours a jar of "New Experiences" through a funnel into Brain, shakes Brain up, and opens a valve on Brain to let flow out a bucket of "New Ideas."

And finally the suggestion that Lemons can be turned into more than Lemonade, for example lemon chicken scaloppine or sorbet.

[Nancy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Heart: The third book in the Heart and Brain series is here!

Brain: Still as funny as ever!

Gut: I am irritable that Heart and Brain get most of the attention...

Eyes: Look at the colorful and cute illustrations by Nick Seluk!

Gallbladder: I maked these!

Gut: What do your stones have to do with this review?

Heart: Duh, he's our most popular plushie on our website.

Brain: Every book seems to have some panels that perfectly describe you, Nancy.

Heart: You worry way too much about what other people think of you!

Brain: Study page 123 and get some perspective, stat!

Heart: She's laughing!

Brain: Our job is done! 

This review can also be found on my blog: https://graphicnovelty2.com/2018/10/0...

[Hana Bilqisthi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every page feel hilarious and relatable 😂😂 I can't help smile and laugh! Love it!
I received digital review copy from Netgalley in exchange honest review! Thank you Netgalley!

[Vellum Voyages · Rating 4 out of 5]

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Heart and Brain are back everyone!!! Love these two :D Always entertaining with their constant battles between smartypants brain and the ever playful heart! Cutely recreated in this bright and colourful graphic novel which is third in the "Heart and Brain" series by Nick Seluk a.k.a The Awkard Yeti. Read just one and you can't help but fall in love with the two cute starring organs and their organ friends.

Scientifically accurate (it's educational too!) with witty and realistic repartee is all you need to put a smile in your every day.

*Thank-you Nick Seluk, NetGalley & Andrews McMeel Publishing for the ARC.

[Julia · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a comic I have read bits and pieces of. When I got the chance to read a whole book, I jumped at it. All of the panels were good. Some were hilarious. I found myself laughing out loud. It was often relatable and always interesting. This was a really fun read and I highly recommend it.

I received a free ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved this one! Fun graphic that completely captures the inner struggles of your brain and heart (as well as your gut and some other organs), that often tell you conflicting information.... with some hilarious results.

[The Bibliophile Doctor · Rating 3 out of 5]

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It was okay not that great.

It looks like I'm the only one who didn't enjoy it much.

[Meera · Rating 3 out of 5]

I needed something light while reading heavier books. This fit the bill and was a quick funny read as well.

[Kailey (Luminous Libro) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bwahahaha! So funny! So wonderful! I just love the hilarious antics of Heart and Brain. Each little comic is full of laughter and wit. And I love how even the Eyes, the Tongue, the Gallbladder, the Gut and Stomach, all play a part in the nonsense. The artwork is vibrant and fun, and each little panel brings something entertaining.
Love it!

The best thing about this comic is that the humor is clean and appropriate for all ages.

Disclaimer: I received an ecopy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.

[Lin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Now if my organs could speak and converse among each other, this would be the perfect example of how their conversations would go. Also thanks to this book I got to understand one important thing

I am not the only one that her brains wakes up at 3 a.m because it has to check the phone notifications, or simply because it remembered something and wanted me to think and over-think about it in the middle of the night... And more the gut is grumpy!!! And growls for no reason! Oh for brains' sake stomach top doing it! -.-

Funny, witty and 100% relatable I loved this.


A big thank you to Netgalley, the Publisher and the Author for this opportunity!

[Bookish_predator · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the first time I've read any Heart and Brain stuff but I plan to read more by The Awkward Yeti as soon as I can get my hands on them!

It's a quick and funny read, relatable and has some laugh out loud bits that I won't tell you about now, you'll have to read it and find out for yourself.

*Huge thanks to The Awkward Yeti, Nick Seluk, Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley for this copy which I chose to read and all opinions are my own*

[Carol · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oh man, how could you not relate to that adorable happiness seeking Heart and workaholic Brain? They are fantastic and I’m sure they speak to many adults out there that are just trying to keep things together and balance work with life. I will never get tired of them, or of the other organs and their antics.

[Molly · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another cute volume about the heart/brain divide - no earth-shattering revelations, but enough laughs to be worth a quick read.

[Samantha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute!!!

[Madi ~☆TheBookNerdDiaries☆~ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good but idk.

RTC.

[Claire · Rating 5 out of 5]

What can I say? Adorable, humorous, relatable, thoughtful, and joyous. This book keeps up all the charming traits of the previous collections while still maintaining relevancy and avoiding stagnant writing. Another outstanding collection of comics by The Awkward Yeti.

Out October 3rd.

[Jeimy · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Awkward Yeti has done it again! Another collection of 100% relatable struggles as seen through the eyes of our internal--and even external--organs.