MR. LIGHTBULB (2022) GRAPHIC NOVEL

At once surrealist, comedic, heartbreaking, bitterly sarcastic, and deeply sincere, Mr. Lightbulb is an essential work of comics autobio. With bold, expressive ink strokes and brilliant use of visual metaphor, Wojtek Wawszczyk renders an affecting self-portrait, as his protagonist balances challenging family dynamics with his creative ambitions and desire tforge his way in the world. This book, which clocks in at over 600 pages, combines a grand scope with brisk plotting, adding up ta tour de force of artistry and honesty.