Furs are the creative subculture of people who anthropomorphize animals, taking on an animal identify and often attending furfests, wearing fursuits, and embracing fur-friendly media and art. In Furry Planet, longtime fur Joe Strike dives deep into this compelling subculture to share its appeal and rewards. Strike and a wealth of interviewees trace the history of the subculture and its various iterations today, in the process delving deep into conventions, media, art, storytelling, community resources, costume creation, and advice for newcomers, and addressing stigmas and misconceptions head on. An unprecedented and captivating entry into an offbeat world, Furry Planet is sure to inform and excite devotes of the subculture, as well as anyone who has ever been curious about it. Inside you'll find: Insight into the impulse to anthropomorphize animals, A guide to conventions, costumes, and resources, A fascinating understanding of furry culture, Color photographs from furfests and of superb fursuits, Interviews with influencers of the subculture, Gorgeous furry artwork Much more!