# Literary Junkie Illustrations This 'Stray Books' Comic by Grant Snider Details Literature Overload By Courtney Scharf | Published 2012-08-28 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stray-books-comic References: [holykaw.alltop](http://holykaw.alltop.com/the-problem-with-stray-books-comic?tu3=1) & [incidentalcomics](http://www.incidentalcomics.com/2012/08/stray-books.html) This Grant Snider 'Stray Books' comic is a funny read for anyone who's ever gone overboard when it comes to collecting literature. Illustrating a couple who's let their [used book obsession](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readhive) get out of control, the comic depicts a funny situation where one of the most healthy addictions becomes problematic. Though a little bit over-the-top, [word junkies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-book-facts) can likely relate to the overwhelming feeling of having a lot to read. Grant Snider specializes in creating whimsical and clever illustrations that relate to viewers. This piece is no exception, and is arguably more embellished than most of his work. Bound to resonate with at least a few [bookworms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-club-collection), this funny comic will make the rounds on the blogosphere. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Internet](https://www.trendhunter.com/internet) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Book Hoarding:** Opportunities for digital solutions and organization systems for avid book collectors. - **Humorous Illustration:** Potential for more lighthearted visual storytelling in editorial and marketing campaigns. - **Obsessive Hobbies:** Opportunities for unique niche subscription services and customized products catering to specific interests. ### Where This Applies - **Publishing:** Innovative book programs and apps that can help consumers manage and keep track of their book collections. - **Entertainment:** Opportunities for publishers and entertainment companies to collaborate on humorous content marketing campaigns. - **E-commerce:** Potential for retailers to curate personalized subscription boxes for avid book collectors, featuring unique and rare titles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Book-Themed Plush Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punchkins-book-plushies.md) - [Personality-Forward Bookmark Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humdrum-paper.md) - [Literature-Inspired Packaging Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-to-read.md) - [Unique Book-Inspired Fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-shaped-fans.md) - [Book-Themed Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/booksy.md) - [Curated Book Directories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bizarre-bookshelf.md) - [Functional Bookworm-Inspired Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-club-tote.md) - [Customizable Book Portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lagom-collection1.md) - [Book-Themed Bar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-bar-toronto.md)