★ All the unhappy people in the world, come check out this comic! The first-ever collection from the wildly popular “wild” comic artist Black Pearl Big Eater(Hei Zhen Zhu Da Shi Guai)!
★ This book features 200 fan-favorite works, plus 26 brand-new strips. Its relaxed, effortless lines will instantly put you at ease—and remind you of those moments that make you breathe a sigh of relief, send shivers down your spine, bring a little chuckle, or help you break through the gloom.
★ The perfect “life-acceptance notebook” to give as a gift. When life feels exhausting, why not live it a little more softly? These six-panel comics are simple yet lively; reading them feels like stepping into a wonderfully comforting dream. “So soft—just right.”
★ Loved by millions of readers! Featured in an in-depth article by “Polar Day Studio,” reprinted by “People,” and highly recommended by nini, author of “The Shelled Oyster Is an Adult’s Heart” and creator of “I Want WhatYouNeed”!

This book is a collection of heartwarming comics by the indie cartoonist “Black Pearl Big Eater(Hei Zhen Zhu Da Shi Guai).” The stories revolve around the everyday life of an ordinary girl, starting with her commute to and from work, meals, and walks. Through keen observation, the artist captures the warmth of people—gentle and comforting like pear soup—and celebrates the small wonders hidden in the quiet moments of daily life. From time to time, she invites readers to take a close look at the world “nearby,” offering tiny, five-minute bursts of happiness each day as a way to counteract the weariness and numbness that come with the relentless passage of time.

“What’s bringing you joy today?”
“Those moments that make you breathe a sigh of relief, give you goosebumps, bring a spontaneous laugh, or pierce through the gloom.”

After a year of hard work, it’s time to treat yourself to a soft, cozy little comic!
On letting go: When it comes to things you’re not good at, simply completing them is already perfect.
On surrendering: If you’re truly afraid, it’s okay to run away.
On courage: The changes happening within me will never destroy who I am.
On self-acceptance: I love this female body of mine—it brings me pain, yes, but it also reminds me again and again of my own softness and resilience.
On healing: As someone who goes to work every single day, am I slowly losing my ability to feel? “No way!”

Use five minutes of small, everyday joys to fend off the fatigue and numbness that creep into your life day after day. This “rambling” comic collection offers an emotional outlet and sparks of inspiration for everyday living.

May this comic leave you feeling as though joy is bubbling up inside you like a spring—and may you be able to declare with a big smile: “Today’s happiness was given to me by Pearl!”

Black Pearl Big Eater(Hei Zhen Zhu Da Shi Guai)

A rising star in the world of comics. In her life outside of work, she loves drawing the most.

I create my comics during breaks at work—while my colleagues are taking their lunch breaks, I secretly jot down the moments of joy I’ve collected, and I never tire of doing it. —Pearl

001 The Value I Bring to the Office
019 Having Dinner After Work
067 Let’s Go for a Walk Together
095 People as Warm as Pear Soup
125 A Sanctuary for the Soul
161 The Philosophy of Pearls
197 The Beauty of the World Can Sometimes Be Overwhelming
237 Plants That Thrive in the Sunlight
268 Afterword: The Person Listening to Music Outside the Bathhouse