Cyclopedia Exotica

In Cyclopedia Exotica, Aminder Dhaliwal crafts a gentle, witty guide to a world where mythical creatures—cyclopes, minotaurs, and other fantastical beings—coexist with humans in modern society. Published by Drawn & Quarterly and ongoing since 2021, this single-issue debut uses a playful encyclopedia format to explore themes of identity, prejudice, and everyday life through a lens of charming absurdity. Dhaliwal’s warm, clean art and deadpan humor make this a quietly insightful commentary on diversity and belonging, standing out as a fresh, original voice in contemporary comics.