Yelp! Yeti! Chaos in Kathmandu

“Pradhan’s storytelling smoothly balances short text blocks with dialogue in speech bubbles. Bright, busy scenes of jubilant urban density surrounded by verdant mountain ranges provide an enticing glimpse of Dev’s world. Shrestha gleefully covers pages with the detailed clutter of a mile-a-minute kid and the detritus of a hungry mountain monster. In narrative and visuals, Kathmandu feels both invitingly unique and cozily ordinary. Perfectly playful and overflowing with fun.”
— Kirkus Reviews

“Showing us that those who really want to listen will always give their all to understand, this freezing adventure about a very clumsy yeti and an imaginative boy (and his cat) will certainly warm your heart.” — Laura Suàrez, Monster Support Group

“This early graphic novel features colorful illustrations, large panels, descriptive text, and engaging speech bubbles. Several ­Nepali words are incorporated throughout the story, with helpful footnotes providing pronunciation and definitions for readers unfamiliar with the language. While the fast-paced plot packs in plenty of twists […] the creative premise and expressive artwork make for an entertaining read. VERDICT A fun, ­mischievous graphic novel that will ­appeal to young readers.” — SLJ, Fiction Series Made Simple

“Pradhan and Shrestha’s beautiful picture-book-like comic pulses with warm illustrations of softly rounded characters in a saturated palette. Dev’s frustration with being blamed for the yeti’s messes will surely resonate with elementary-school readers.” — Booklist

“Elementary school readers will enjoy this fast paced story with plenty of twists” — SLJ Good Comics for Kids Weekly Pick, Lori Henderson

Featured in Publisher’s Weekly Previews: Early Readers, Spring Comics & Graphic Novels – January 2025

Featured in Publisher’s Weekly, Spring Children’s Previews 2025

Featured in CBC’s Hot Off the Press – June 2025