BITCHY TP THE EXASPERATING EXISTENCE OF MIDGE MCCRACKEN (MR)

Midge McCracken is the abrasive, self-destructive pessimist every office has, and Bitchy! The Exasperating Existence of Midge McCracken collects Roberta Gregory’s groundbreaking Bitchy Bitch stories across decades. Written and drawn by Gregory (with her own covers), this mammoth, black-and-white volume follows Midge from turbulent childhood through middle age, orbiting a colorful cast of coworkers—Sylvia, Pam, Marcie, Kenny—and a wider world that revels in sharp, unapologetic wit. The collection anchors one of underground comics’ most influential female-led careers: the early Dynamite Damsels, Wimmen’s Comix and Gay Comix connections, and Naughty Bits laid the groundwork for a 14-year, 40-issue solo run. This book showcases Gregory’s unflinching humor, fearless personal honesty, and the enduring power of a protagonist who refuses to soften her voice. A landmark for fans of autobiographical, boundary-pushing comics.

Who might be interested in reading?

• Fans of bold, unapologetic humor and sharp character-driven storytelling.
• Readers curious about feminist and underground comics history and influential female cartoonists.
• Fans of long-running, creator-owned autobiographical narratives that explore flawed, real-life personas.
• Readers who enjoy dark humor about work, relationships, and the messiness of modern life.