Lovely Elsa #2

From Jean Bäumlin, this cheerful 2016 Éditions du Signe release puts the irrepressible Lovely Elsa front and center — a wide-grinning little figure in a dramatic dark cape, practically bursting with mischievous energy against a bold yellow background. Surrounding her across the bottom of the cover is a delightful parade of tiny characters, animals, and charming vignettes — from a red vintage car to a stork, a snowman, and a cast of miniature companions that hint at a world full of playful adventures. If you're drawn to bright, whimsical French comics with a distinctly cute sensibility, Pousse le Bouchon is an inviting place to spend some time.