A Witch's Guide to Burning
Dhaliwal creates a land ruled by magic and fire, where the sky is thick with witches
A witch’s work is never done when she works for the people. With the success of her town relying on her magic, demands are high. But what happens when a witch can't keep up with the magical requests? She is burnt, of course―in a cruel ritual that extinguishes her magic and erases all her memories, making her just like everybody else. But when a burning ceremony is interrupted by rain in Chamomile Valley, a witch is left writhing at the stake. It's up to a witch doctor and her toad friend to save the singed witch and nurse her back to health. Can they help her before her magic is lost forever?
Aminder Dhaliwal’s A Witch’s Guide to Burning is a whimsical and humorous allegory for burnout in a society in desperate need of self-care. With a lavish blend of prose, illustration, and comics, Dhaliwal crafts an enthralling hybrid adventure story like you’ve never seen before. Follow Singe and her companions Yew-Veda and Bufo Wonder as they journey across dangerous landscapes, battling demons along the way in an extraordinary tale about sacrifice and healing.
# of Pages: 400
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2024
Publisher: Drawn and Quarterly
Language: en
ISBN: 9781770466999
Aminder Dhaliwal is a Canadian cartoonist and author. She is best known for her popular webcomic, "Woman World," which has gained a large following for its witty and satirical take on a post-apocalyptic society where men have gone extinct. Dhaliwal's work has been featured in publications such as The New Yorker and The Huffington Post. In addition to her comics, she has also worked as a storyboard artist for various animated shows. Her debut graphic novel, "A Witch's Guide to Burning," explores themes of family, identity, and magic in a contemporary setting. Dhaliwal's unique blend of humor and heart in her storytelling continues to captivate readers around the world.