Killing and dying

In 'Killing and Dying', Adrian Tomine presents six new stories that are unpredictable, darkly funny, and deeply moving.

The collection includes tales such as the title story about a high school girl aspiring to be a stand-up comedian despite her stutter, and 'Go Owls', which chronicles the dysfunctional relationship between two recovering addicts.

Tomine's work is characterized by its social realism, vulnerability, and nuanced storytelling, often drawing comparisons to the styles of Yoshihiro Tatsumi and Chris Ware.

The stories are slice-of-life vignettes that explore the struggles of middle-class and working-class America, making this book a standout in the graphic novel medium.