WillieBoy Eats the World is tremendous and stupendous. It's great to see Steve Schirripa and WillieBoy movin' and groovin', educating kids on all the great cuisine in the world's greatest city, New York!--Walt "Clyde" Frazier, New York Knicks legend and coauthor of Winning and Grinning

The book [is] an offshoot of the food-focused videos Schirripa has made with his lovable real-life pup . . . [and] offer[s] a sweet message about how trying new foods can be a gateway to other cultures . . . Lovers of food, dogs, and rhyme will eagerly bite.-- "Kirkus Reviews"

Actor and author Schirripa offers a picture book inspired by his viral videos with dachshund WillieBoy.-- "Publishers Weekly, Spring 2026 Children's Previews"

If you've got a fussy eater at home, this adorable book is for you!--Bernadette Peters, actress, author of Stella Is a Star

I always want people to try new foods. Who knew a dog could teach that lesson better than a chef? This book is smart and funny. It made me laugh, made me think, and made me hungry--for truth, justice, and a good sandwich.--José Andrés, chef and humanitarian

As the proud dad of two dachshunds, Penny and Gus, I can say for sure that Steve Schirripa is right: they have a lot to teach us. My dogs teach me how to enjoy every moment--and I laughed out loud reading WillieBoy Eats the World.--Aaron Judge, seven-time Major League Baseball All-Star

Publisher: Akashic Books, Ltd.

Pub date: 2026-04-21

Length: 32 pages