Lights, Planets, People!

Renowned astronomer Maggie Hill is giving a lecture about her career, to inspire young women to work in science. She's also attending her first ever therapy session, in order to overcome some debilitating anxiety. Both events force Maggie to examine her greatest achievements and biggest regrets

Publisher Marketing: "This is a wonderful, a profound, a real work that explores so many things. I read it in one sitting, adored it for what it was, absolutely loved Lizzy Stewart's artwork, was drawn in by Molly Naylor's words. It is vital, it is beautiful, it is powerful. It's a wonderful read." -- comicon.com Review Quotes : "Naylor writes with a poet's ear for rhythm and metaphor, and delivers with a stand-up's comic timing." -- The Irish Times Review Quotes : "An inside look at the perfection we all strive for in life... a beautifully illustrated narrative about how we can still accept ourselves even when we're imperfect. Naylor and Stewart do an amazing job of relaying the experience of having bipolar disorder." -- Popzara Review Quotes : "Very rewarding. Well paced... the use of colour is fantastic. Stewart has done a great job of visually interpreting a stage play and making it land in a unique way." -- Deconstructing Comics Podcast "Compelling... I've got endless praise for this book. it feels so real. Gorgeously expressive art." -- Ace Comicals Podcast Review Quotes : "A nuanced portrait of a woman in later life and career. Readers will find the messy intertwining of Maggie's personal and professional life sympathetic and inspirational." -- Publishers Weekly Review Quotes : "When it comes to heartfelt, heart-tugging, thought-provoking comics, Avery Hill Publishing curate some of the finest indie creators comics have to offer. Lights, Planets, People! is an exceptionally impactful, completely beautiful presentation of the story of one woman's battle with herself and her perceived pressure of inspiring ambitious young women." -- Comic Book News Publisher Marketing : Renowned astronomer Maggie Hill is giving a lecture about her career, to inspire young women to work in science. She's also attending her first ever therapy session in order to overcome some debilitating anxiety. These events force Maggie to examine her greatest achievements and biggest regrets as she tackles space science, mental health, and communication -- both interpersonal and intergalactic. A new comic about legacy, loss, human curiosity and the economics of failure -- adapted by illustrator Lizzy Stewart and writer Molly Naylor from Naylor's play of the same name.

Format: Hardcover | Pages: 120 | Publication Date: 2021-09-28