Isabella Kung is the author-illustrator of No, Fuzzball! and No, Snowball!, and the illustrator of ABC Cats and 123 Cats. She also teaches illustration at Storyteller Academy and Etchr Lab. Isabella resides in San Francisco with her husband and two adorable cats.

★ "Kung has deftly folded her own magic into evocative prose and mesmerizing artwork that enchants in its simplicity....Captivating." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review

★ "The story reminds readers that feelings come naturally in waves and that little ones have the strength to ride through them with loved ones by their side....a metaphor for readers, showing them that like a house, a heart can repair and heal with time." --The Bulletin, starred review

★ "This sensitive, engaging book acknowledges overwhelming feelings and offers a compassionate nudge toward healthy coping mechanisms." --The Horn Book, starred review

"It would be easy to get lost in the beautiful artwork of Nunu and the Sea and forget the rest of the story, but it's worth it to follow along: We can all use these empathetic teachings about finding a way through big feelings, moving forward and making amends." --BookPage

"A strong choice for SEL collections geared toward children navigating difficult feelings." --Booklist

Publisher: Bound to Stay Bound Books

Pub date: 2025-10-14

Length: 43 pages