{"title":"Paula Kuka","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaula Kuka\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts intimate and relatable stories through the vivid medium of graphic novels. Her work, including titles like \u003cem\u003eMumlife\u003c\/em\u003e, offers a heartfelt exploration of everyday experiences, often infused with humour and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect engaging, visually rich narratives that capture the nuances of family life and personal moments, making her stories both entertaining and deeply resonant.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mumlife-by-paula-kuka-9781982155322","title":"Mumlife","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMumlife\u003c\/em\u003e by Paula Kuka is a witty, empathic, and beautifully illustrated look at the roller coaster ride that is modern motherhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMum, mom, momma, or ma—whatever you’re called, being a mother can be hard, filled with stress and anxiety. But of course, it also delivers its own unique joy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstagram sensation @Common_Wild, the popular account run by Australian artist Paula Kuka, channels that heady stew of anxiety and love in a series of relatable, warm, and funny cartoons that are eagerly shared by women around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKuka features moments instantly recognisable to any parent, from new mum to experienced toddler-wrangler. Scenes like cooking an elaborate meal only to have it swept to the floor by a picky child, or dragging strollers home from the playground in the rain, bring parenthood to life on the page. She also winks at the societal expectations that ask women to do it all, including “taking care of themselves,” with a smile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut most importantly, she highlights the huge love that underpins the journey of parenthood, and the sometimes-surprising things you learn about yourself while watching your children grow up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect gift for first-time parents—or for yourself, when you need to remember that you are not alone, and it’s okay to relax and enjoy the moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47426047836396,"sku":"9781982155322","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781982155322.jpg?v=1774768026"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/paula-kuka.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}