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Coffee Gives Me Superpowers: An Illustrated Book about the Most Awesome Beverage on Earth Kindle Edition

by Ryoko Iwata (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 251 ratings
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If coffee is the foundation of your food pyramid, then this colorful compendium of fun facts and infographics is for you . . .

Ryoko Iwata collects the best pieces from her popular web site, I Love Coffee, and adds a generous shot of brand-new material in this tribute for true-brew fans of the beloved beverage. Overflowing with infographics and fun, interesting (and occasionally useful) facts, the book explores such topics as:
  • Your Brain on Beer vs. Coffee
  • Ten Coffee Myths
  • The Best Time of Day to Drink Coffee (According to Science)
  • Ten Things You Probably Didn’t Know about Caffeine
  • The six Worst Types of Coffee Drinkers
  • Which Profession Drinks the Most Coffee?
  • What that Plate Under Your Coffee is Actually For
  • and more
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    Andrews McMeel Publishing, LLC
  4. Publication date
    April 7, 2015
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 Ryoko Iwata is a Japanese coffee-lover living in Seattle. When she's caffeinated, she creates and writes infographics, facts, quizzes, and other fun visual stuff about coffee, and sometimes sushi, on her Web site, I Love Coffee.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00OSTXCMC
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Andrews McMeel Publishing, LLC (April 7, 2015)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 7, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 81.5 MB
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Customers find the book a fun and informative read with funny insights and facts about coffee. They appreciate the visually appealing design and Oatmeal illustrations. Many consider it a great gift for coffee enthusiasts and a must-have coffee table book. The book is considered affordable and well worth the money.

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66 customers mention "Fun read"66 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book. They find it humorous, witty, and informative. The illustrations are beautiful.

"This delightful, short, optimistic well-illustrated collection of infographics is an unusually rewarding diversion for a moment while sipping a cup..." Read more

"...we all just need to lighten up a little and curl up with a good, fun read that's entertaining and doesn't take itself, the subject matter, and its..." Read more

"Always fun, often funny, and informative enough to let you share it with your friends who like trivia, FYIs, and/or cute illustrations and..." Read more

"...coffee fanatics, just plain fun...when you order make sure it's not a used copy..." Read more

35 customers mention "Information quality"35 positive0 negative

Customers find the book informative and fun. It provides useful information about coffee, including trivia and facts like how much coffee the average American drinks. The book is good for providing short bursts of knowledge when you don't have time to read a novel. Readers also mention it provides great conversation starters.

"...sequenced to lead the reader through a short, happy, informative journey through what she's discovered about coffee...." Read more

"...It's loaded with terrific trivia that will make you think, including some real surprise facts...." Read more

"Always fun, often funny, and informative enough to let you share it with your friends who like trivia, FYIs, and/or cute illustrations and..." Read more

"This is a beautifully illustrated, fun book that is also very informative and interesting...." Read more

28 customers mention "Visual style"28 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's visual style. They find it visually appealing and well-designed, with humorous illustrations and informative content. The book is described as a fun coffee table book with cool infographics and pictures.

"...copy-and-paste from/about her Internet publishing; the book is thoughtfully sequenced to lead the reader through a short, happy, informative journey..." Read more

"This is a beautifully illustrated and designed book that's an absolute pleasure to flip through!..." Read more

"...does not detract from its value, because it is inexpensive, beautifully designed, and an enjoyable way to spend some time with your best friend,..." Read more

"This is a beautifully illustrated, fun book that is also very informative and interesting...." Read more

15 customers mention "Gift value"15 positive0 negative

Customers like the gift value of the book. They say it's a great gift and a fantastic gift for coffee addicts.

"Great gift idea that I purchased for a friend and paired with some other coffee-related items. Adorable and witty!" Read more

"...I definitely think that this would be a great book gift to give for someone who loves coffee!..." Read more

"As always i got in a timely manor , makes a great gift , especially under ten dollars . Everything you want to know about coffee...." Read more

"a good gift for a coffee lover" Read more

10 customers mention "Coffee lovers"10 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book for coffee enthusiasts. They describe it as a great companion for their favorite beverage, a must-have coffee table book, and a coffee enthusiast's dream.

"...coffee fanatics, just plain fun...when you order make sure it's not a used copy..." Read more

"...However congrats, this was the perfect companion for my coffee hahaha." Read more

"...It's a must have coffee table book!" Read more

"...Ryoko I eat a teaming up with Matt Inman made for a great coffee table book about coffee!" Read more

6 customers mention "Value for money"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book offers good value for money.

"...'s website; this does not detract from its value, because it is inexpensive, beautifully designed, and an enjoyable way to spend some time with your..." Read more

"...It's selling for under $10 and well worth it." Read more

"...Perfect for her! Thank you for the fine price & quick shipping! Cheers :)" Read more

"...not take more than 30 minutes to read through the book, but the book is cheap (less than ten bucks), and so the money is well spend." Read more

3 customers mention "Adorability"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's cute and fun design. They say it's a nice addition to coffee-themed events like wedding showers.

"...Adorable and witty!" Read more

"A cute, fun little book for coffee lovers. It's full of information about coffee, its origins, and its effects presented in a fun, visual manner...." Read more

"This book was an extra decoration to a coffee themed wedding shower I held...." Read more

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  • Richard DeWald
    5.0 out of 5 stars This book contains the secret to True Happiness.
    Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2015
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    This delightful, short, optimistic well-illustrated collection of infographics is an unusually rewarding diversion for a moment while sipping a cup of coffee. I confess that I came to it as a fan of her website, but Ms. Iwata has done more than just copy-and-paste from/about her Internet publishing; the book is thoughtfully sequenced to lead the reader through a short, happy, informative journey through what she's discovered about coffee.

    It is as if you were having coffee with the author, she got there early, pounded a couple of double-espressos while waiting, and has a lot to tell you. You, the reader, can just sit there, amused and content, while she goes on about coffee's history, origins, patterns of consumption, effects on the body and mind.

    Will it change your life? Paying attention to your life the way Ms. Iwata pays attention to coffee will. When I know as much about what I enjoy, use and consume daily as the author does about coffee I am more content and find like more interesting. If you drink coffee every day like I do, buy this little book and read it. The trusty cup of joe will speak to you in new ways every day from then on. Drink coffee, be happy.
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  • Mike Kimmel ~ Monologues for Young Adults
    5.0 out of 5 stars A fun read! Very entertaining!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2015
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    This is a beautifully illustrated and designed book that's an absolute pleasure to flip through! It's loaded with terrific trivia that will make you think, including some real surprise facts. I bought this little gem as a birthday gift for a good friend who is an avid reader. It turned out to be a perfect choice. He normally leans towards somewhat heavy material, like history, politics, and philosophy - but also loves a good cup of coffee! I think this was just a real fun, lighthearted change of pace for him, and he absolutely raved about how much he enjoyed reading through it. Sometimes we all just need to lighten up a little and curl up with a good, fun read that's entertaining and doesn't take itself, the subject matter, and its audience too seriously. Ryoko Iwata's book definitely does the trick.
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  • TheShawas
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic design, fun read, and a good gift for the coffee lovers in your life
    Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2015
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    Always fun, often funny, and informative enough to let you share it with your friends who like trivia, FYIs, and/or cute illustrations and infographics. Yes, the book is short, and yes, you may have seen some of the same work on Ryoko's website; this does not detract from its value, because it is inexpensive, beautifully designed, and an enjoyable way to spend some time with your best friend, Coffee.
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  • Chas Edwards
    4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining and Informative
    Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2022
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    ...coffee fanatics, just plain fun...when you order make sure it's not a used copy...
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  • miss honey badger
    5.0 out of 5 stars perfect little book on a coffee table!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2015
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    This is a beautifully illustrated, fun book that is also very informative and interesting. I am a big fan of Ryoko Iwata's website, I Love Coffee, so I had seen some of the materials there already, but I like having the infographics right there, printed---somehow it gives a different feel. There is also a ton of new materials, too. I have a copy in my office and everybody that comes through loves the book. I think I am going to buy extra copies to give as gifts!
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  • Ali
    5.0 out of 5 stars This book gives me superpowers: Fun and Informative!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2018
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    The best! Better than what I was expecting. It's fun, vibrate, and funny while still being informative. I'm teaching summer camp and we are doing a STEAM project based learning unit on coffee shops and this book is such a hit! Some sections can be inappropriate for younger kiddos, but I pick and choose what we read, and they love rereading it! I also just love it for myself. :)
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  • Christopher Barrett
    5.0 out of 5 stars A fun, witty book about the world's second favorite beverage.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2015
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    If you aren't trying to take this book too seriously, then you'll have a blast. Mathew Inman (aka The Oatmeal) illustrates much of this book. It has a lot of fun infographics and charts but it is not a reference book. For that you would want to read 'Uncommon Grounds' all 800+ pages.

    For a 100 page, cutely drawn, fun little 'coffee table' book this is a winner. It's selling for under $10 and well worth it.
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  • FivestartattooSpider
    5.0 out of 5 stars HAD to have this book for my missus!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2018
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    I’d first seen this book on a table in one of our local coffee houses, here in BG, Washington. I flipped through it, every page clever & silly. I secretly ordered our own copy, to give the wifey as a gift. Perfect for her! Thank you for the fine price & quick shipping! Cheers :)
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  • Katrin Blume
    5.0 out of 5 stars Made for coffee lovers
    Reviewed in Germany on December 1, 2016
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    I am giving this book to my sister - she is a huge coffee addict. I looked through the pages and think she will enjoy it very much. The illustrations are great and the random facts and explanations about coffee are fun and entertaining.
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  • Meli-chan
    5.0 out of 5 stars If coffee were my boyfriend <3
    Reviewed in Mexico on March 25, 2016
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    If you love coffee, this book is for you. If you need coffee, this book is for you. If you can't live, function or think clearly every morning of every day without coffee, this book is for you. If you... Whatever, I'm going for a cup of coffee....Have fun reading this book with a good cup of coffee !! ;)
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  • 132
    5.0 out of 5 stars Coffee book!
    Reviewed in Spain on June 7, 2015
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    Esperaba encontrarme con un libro más finito y pequeño.
    Pero tiene un tamaño genial! Las ilustraciones son bonitas y divertidas.
    Me encanta!!
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  • carla greer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Coffee is awesome!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 5, 2015
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    If you're a fan of The Oatmeal, you'll love this book written by his girlfriend and illustrated by him. A fab collaboration filled with fun facts about coffee (who knew 100 cups could kill you?) and variations that we're completely new to me (cafe zorro will be by new order). Highly recommended, would make a great gift for the coffee lover in your life.
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  • Karen M from Toronto
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift for coffee lovers!
    Reviewed in Canada on January 7, 2021
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    This book is a fun and informative gift for the coffee lovers in your life!
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