| Title | : | OMFG, BEES!: Bees Are So Amazing and You're About to Find Out Why |
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| ISBN | : | 1797219901 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9781797219905 |
| Format Type | : | Paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 |
| Publication | : | Expected publication March 28, 2023 |
OMFG, BEES!: Bees Are So Amazing and You're About to Find Out Why Reviews
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OMFG, BEES!: Bees Are So Amazing and You're About to Find Out Why
by Matt Kracht
I was so excited when I saw this on NetGalley and very happy they let me review this! I reviewed Kracht's two other bird books, "The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America" which was nominated for Best Humor in '19. In '22, 'The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of the Whole Stupid World' made Best Humor nomination too! I laughed out loud and giggled all through these books. I loved them enough to buy them when they came out!
Now come bees! Kracht's hilariously put down birds but with bees he tells us all about them and praises them. He really goes after any of their nemesis, hilariously of course! Not only is it funny but educational. Now don't get me wrong, this is not a book you want your kids to read! This is an adult book, or older teen, because it has adult language. If that offends you then don't pick this book. The way he uses it is absolutely priceless!
He has his drawn pictures which are fantastic and funny! It really draws the book together! I can't help but snicker and giggle at his side notes or pictures themselves! I think this book is better than his bird books and that saying something! I love them!
Feeling down? Need a pick me up? Grab this book! You will feel better in no time! This is true humor therapy! Again I want to thank NetGalley and the publisher for letting me have humor therapy with this book! -
I accessed a digital review copy of this book from the publisher through Edelweiss.
I loved this book. At the first few pages I was hooked on the humor, but by the "What is not a bee" section I felt like I needed to finish the book immediately. The writing style was perfect, it gave all of the scientific information while being light and irreverent at the same time.
The book gave enough information about bees without being overwhelming. -
Kracht does it again. I already own his bird books, and this'll be another to add to my collection.
In what might actually be the best (adult) quick-guide on general bee education out there, Kracht succinctly again folds together his patented humor, nibbles of legitimate education, and zest for nature into a package that's not only hard to deny as an impressive work and top-notch coffee-table material, but wields high re-read potential.
Unlike the birds, who he never fails to proclaim his detestation for (and leads to a great callback or two in this book), he praises the bees here almost all of the way across the board (which you'd surmise from the title); this change of pace was welcome, as he delivers with the sunny optimism of your favorite schoolteacher growing up.
We again get those neat illustrations with snarky notes, breakdowns of bee species and, honest to God, that "F-BOM matrix" should be sold as a poster. I'd love to have it on my wall.
I learned an absolute ton and loved every minute of it. I'll be recommending this at every opportunity. I expect that this will fly (no pun intended) off of the shelves when it hits stores.
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OMFG, this book is absolutely amazing! If you love bees, this book is for you. If you hate bees, this book is also for you because OMFG, BEES will change your mind (or at least make you appreciate them more). I am a huge fan of Kracht's Bird Guides. Unlike birds which he has a great disdain for, Kracht loves bees. His enthusiasm is evident and infectious. I've always been a fan of bees, but Kracht's hilarious zeal made me care even more. This book is full of facts, but it also has Kracht's signature drawings and his humorous commentary. It has ways to help bees, what to do if you need help with bees, and even a section of famous artwork that could benefit from some bee action! I highly recommend this book to everyone! OMFG, BEES will have you head over heels about bees before you're even halfway through the book!
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Matt Kracht is hilarious! I will read anything this man writes, any subject, idc because I know that not only will I be learning, I will be laughing too! All the stars!!
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This marvelous book is chock-full of happy drawings of bees, easy to understand information and descriptions of bees, and is just generally really excited about bees.
But don't buy it for your kids unless you want to encourage them to cuss like sailors.
But really, why shouldn't adults get to have a fun book that's a delight to the eyes, educational, and totally pottymouthed? That's right! There's no reason not to treat yourself to this celebration of bees! OMFG indeed!
My favorite chapter? "Great Paintings, if They Had Put Bees in Them". The author gleefully tears into the pretentiousness of a handful of classic paintings... and yes, adds bees to make the artwork really pop. What the actual #%$*!
My thanks to author Matt Kracht, Chronicle Books, and NetGalley for allowing me to read a digital advance review copy of this book. This review is my honest and unbiased opinion. -
I am desperately afraid of bees, even though it’s irrational because they’re just tiny pollinating machines. But this book made me view them a bit differently and for that I’m grateful. Still probably going to give a bee a wide berth when I cross one, but now I know some types of bee, some cool facts about them, some ways to help save them, and how to interpret a waggle dance should I become a bee in the future. This is very fun and short and I recommend it. Save the bees!!
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A big thank-you to NetGalley, the author, and publisher for giving me a copy of this book for an unbiased review.
4.5/5 - Really liked it.
I recently discovered Matt Kracht and I am so glad I did. His books bring me so much genuine joy and wonder, and "OMFG, BEES!" is the best one yet. I do have to add a disclaimer that I am obsessed with bees, so delighting me with an entire book about them isn't exactly difficult. However, this was one of the best bee books I've ever read (is it weird that I've read multiple? probably). The book is written in Kracht's signature irreverent humorous style, but it's a bit more tame than his bird books. The content is fairly straightforward - explanations of what bees are, how they form their structures and societies, a few examples of different species of bee, and a highlight of why bees are critical to our planet and what we can do to protect them. There were also a few sections that I wasn't as fond of, such as bees in art, because they seemed wedged into what otherwise was a very cohesive story about bees. But I didn't mind - it was still silly and funny, just not my favorite part given how it fit with the rest of the book.
The illustrations are beautiful and the facts about bees are presented in a way that is both interesting and hilarious. I hope Matt Kracht writes more books about my favorite animals (do goats next!). -
Thank you NetGalley and Chronicle Books for this eARC.
This is NOT a kids book, just so you are aware.
I don’t think I have ever laughed so much or flown through any educational book so fast. The writing style is that of talking with a humorous friend. The drawings are filled with humor and smile inducing. If you don’t at least crack half a smile at some point reading this book, you are a broken human. Go take a spoonful of honey and try, try again! I love bees and love learning about them. I had no idea about many species being ground dwellers and some are so tiny, a microscope os needed to see them. The fact that there is a teddy bear bee makes me so very happy.
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What a fun, informative little book about bees! Absolutely gorgeous illustrations with so much humor and spunk. We’re in the process of starting our own homestead and bees are one of the creatures we want to raise. This book was exactly what I needed to give me information about everything I need to know about these friendly little world savers.
I’ve always loved bees and acknowledged their importance. Matt Kracht used a combination of wit and details to bring their importance to life. Graphics drew in my attention and the writing kept it.
This was my first book by Matt and I have to admit I’m drawn to his creative writing style, humor, and engaging tone. I’m eager to explore more of his works. -
Thank you NetGalley for early access to this title.
I don’t think I’ve ever finished an educational book so quickly and with a stomach sore from laughing. I was hooked from page 1 by the humor. I have picked up Matt Kracht’s first two books but never got around to reading them – man have I been missing out and need to go back and rectify that mistake. The illustrations are wonderful, and the little blurbs added to them were some of my favorite parts. Despite the humor being the highlight for me I also felt that I learned a lot as well. Overall, a wonderfully humorous nature book that everyone should read. -
Thank you to Net Galley and Chronicle Books for this little buzzer. This not quite NSFW guide to bees is a fun and informative read. The illustrations are lovely watercolors with captions that fit this fun and slightly weird book (there is a small section dedicated to adding bees to famous paintings). If you are interested in reading, gardening, or just having funky conversation starters, this book would do well on most coffee tables. It would also be an excellent gift for the friend that wants or has an apiary, or a home warming, or a garden party (no one wants your oversized uncooked zucchini, KEVIN!)
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Thank you NetGalley, Matt Kracht and Chronicle Books for the ARC of OMFG, BEES!. This is my personal review.
This book was amazing and full of so much information on bees. Bees are a vital part of all our lives and now I am so much more knowledgeable about them. It was packed with facts about bees in a way that was so easy to understand.
The pictures of the bees were eye opening. Matt Kracht did a great job of making bees something we all need. He gave information in a way that made it fun to learn about bees. -
This is a wonderfully entertaining book which will tell you most that you wanted to know about bees. The author uses humor from the start which makes you want to read more. I knew a bit about bees prior to reading this but I laughed out loud at times. The illustrations are lovely. I think this book is one that anyone can read and educates them about bees and their importance. It is easy to read and is written for adults. I will be on the look out for this book for myself and would recommend to others.
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I loved this book! I didn't have high hopes for this book. I was expecting a really cheesy book, but I was surprised how quick I flew through it. I was surprised to find out how little I really knew about bees. I absolutely loved the illustrations. The author also does a good job to educate the reader on bee conservation as well as overcoming fears of bee. Thank to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for a copy of this book. Well done! Please do pick up a copy!
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OMFG, this book was delightful! I learned more than I ever wanted to know about bees, but now that I've learned these facts, I"m glad I know them. The illustrations are whimsical and cute. This book is great for adults or older kids, as there's some gently swearing and such. Would make a great present for your favorite gardener or bee fan. A really informative, fun, and quick read! Thank you so much to NetGalley for the ARC!
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I received a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts are my own.
Fun light read with interesting and educational information about bees. With the number of swear words throughout this is definitely an adult book (which is hinted at from the title). However, the light scatterbrained commentary felt more like a children’s book. Loved the imagery throughout.
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I really enjoyed this book. It made me want to learn more about bees in general. They are so fascinating. I loved the little drawings.
It did seem that some of the topics/chapters were out of order or should be placed elsewhere.
Otherwise, awesome book!
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This book is packed full of information about bees and illustrated with beautiful illustrations. Written with humor and an obvious passion for bees this book is great for those who want to learn more about bees and those who are already entranced. It is well researched and chock full of information, but balanced with snarky asides and stunning artwork keeping it fun and lively to read.
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This book is an entertaining summary of why bees are wonderful. It includes colorful sketches of different bee families with funny, penciled-in comments and hilarious handwritten graphs and lists. The language is salty, but that is the vibe of Kracht’s humor. If falling in love with these marvels of nature is on your bucket list, this is the book for you.
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I never thought science could be so hilarious. I laughed out loud many times reading this book, while also learning a ton of bee facts. Thanks to Netgalley for a free copy in exchange for an unbiased review.
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It was illustrated nicely and this is something i can share to my friends too. Bees are often overlooked but this book gives a whole new meaning and appreciation to them.
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Do you want to know about bees? If you said no you're wrong and should read this book. Kracht has a way of making learning so enjoyable. The illustrations are on point and include his signature hilarity. If you've read his bird guides you will know about his hatred of birds. However, in this book you will clearly see Kracht's enthusiastic love of bees. This book would be a great gift for any nature lover who also enjoys humor. Thank you to netgalley for providing me with an electronic copy of this book.
