Penny: A Graphic Memoir

In Penny: A Graphic Memoir, Karl Stevens chronicles the everyday life of his beloved pet parrot through a series of tender, humorous, and beautifully observed comic strips. Published by Chronicle Books beginning in 2021, this single-volume work offers a warm, intimate portrait of the bond between a human and a remarkably intelligent bird. Stevens’s expressive artwork and gentle storytelling make this a quietly affecting addition to the tradition of animal-centric graphic memoirs.