Dealing with Denial, Hazelden, 1975, 32 pages, Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon

What stands out about this activity book is the thick cardboard cover.

This illustrated novel uses comics to advance the main plot.

A nice touch is the illustrated fold-out poster tucked in the back.

A nice touch is how this novel uses silence as a narrative tool.

You will find that this novel has a quiet power that sneaks up on you.

The illustrated infographics turn data into something beautiful.

You will find that this activity book sparks imagination with open-ended prompts.

You will find that this activity book makes a great travel companion.

A nice touch is the novel’s use of recurring motifs and patterns.

This activity book has a maze on almost every page, each with a twist.

The characters in this novel feel like people you already know.

The illustrated fairy tales here are darker than the usual versions.

This novel is a mirror held up to the messiness of real life.

What stands out about this novel is its lyrical, almost musical prose.

This novel is the perfect companion for a rainy afternoon.

You will find that this novel respects your intelligence as a reader.

This novel is a quiet story that speaks very loudly.

You will find that the illustrated instructions make assembly easy.

A nice touch is the fold-out poster inside this activity book to color.

A nice touch is the illustrated wrapper that protects the cover.