Are you looking for a travel journal that is also a graphic novel, a love story, and a guide to vegan restaurants? If so, you might be interested in Apunto De Partir, the first graphic novel by Fran Meneses, also known as Frannerd, a Chilean author, illustrator and content creator living in Brooklyn, NYC.
Apunto De Partir, which means "About to Leave" in English, is a memoir comic that documents the trip that Fran and her husband Ed took in 2013, almost a year into their marriage. They traveled to Berlin, Cologne, Paris, Boston and New York, exploring different cultures, cuisines, and landscapes. Along the way, they also faced the challenges of being away from their home country, dealing with visa issues, and finding their place in the world.
The graphic novel is full of charming illustrations, humorous anecdotes, and useful tips for travelers. Fran shares her experiences of being a vegan in different countries, finding the best spots to eat, shop, and visit, and coping with the ups and downs of traveling with a partner. She also reflects on her personal and professional growth as an artist and a woman.
Apunto De Partir was originally published in Spanish in 2015 by Penguin Random House. It was well received by readers and critics alike, who praised Fran's honest and relatable storytelling, as well as her colorful and expressive art style. In 2018, Fran decided to self-publish and translate the Spanish version into English, making it available for her international fans.
If you want to read Apunto De Partir, you can buy it online from Fran's website or from Amazon. You can also follow Fran on her social media platforms, such as Instagram, Twitter, Patreon, and YouTube, where she posts more of her art and videos about her life and work.
Apunto De Partir is a book that will inspire you to travel, create, and love. It is a book that will make you feel like you are part of Fran's journey and that you are also about to leave for your own adventure.
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