Humor and comedy writing · Memoir · Graphic novels
Hyperbole and a Half
Allie Brosh illustrates stories from her life in rough cartoons, from childhood mischief and dogs to her honest account of depression.
Facts last checked 2026-10-17
- First published
- 2013
- Pace
- Fast
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 384
- Format
- Standalone
Read this if you like absurd, illustrated humor that also speaks plainly about mental health.
Skip this if you prefer polished artwork or find depression discussions hard right now.
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Quick answers about Hyperbole and a Half
- What is Hyperbole and a Half about?
- Allie Brosh illustrates stories from her life in rough cartoons, from childhood mischief and dogs to her honest account of depression.
- Who should read Hyperbole and a Half?
- Read it if you like absurd, illustrated humor that also speaks plainly about mental health. Skip it if you prefer polished artwork or find depression discussions hard right now.
- How long and how fast is Hyperbole and a Half?
- It is a fast-paced, medium read of about 384 pages, first published in 2013.
- Does Hyperbole and a Half have content warnings?
- Content we flag: Mental illness, Suicide.
- Can I borrow Hyperbole and a Half for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Hyperbole and a Half; the borrow button above searches it for you.
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