Joséphine #1

A cheerful aqua cover introduces Joséphine, a lanky, wide-grinning blonde woman in glasses and a tiny polka-dot bikini top, whose goofy, endearing presence immediately hints at a character full of comic charm. Published by Delcourt in 2012, this French graphic novel from Pénélope Bagieu showcases her instantly recognizable minimalist line art — expressive, warm, and just a little absurd in the best possible way. If you're looking for a slice-of-life comedy with a heroine who feels refreshingly, hilariously human, this is a wonderful place to start.