Mister Wonderful

A single, self-contained graphic novel from 2011, published by Jonathan Cape, Mister Wonderful is a poignant and wryly funny story about second chances and the awkwardness of middle-aged romance. Written and illustrated by Daniel Clowes, it follows a lonely, divorced man on a blind date, unfolding in real time over the course of one evening. This compact, emotionally precise work showcases Clowes’s signature blend of sharp social observation and deep empathy, making it a quietly essential entry in his celebrated career.