Worried Book

Howard Pearlstein

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Worried Book

Worried Book

Howard Pearlstein

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Description

A hilariously honest and heartwarming story about anxiety, self-doubt, and the power of positive thinking, The Worried Book shows young readers that it's OK to worry--what matters is how we respond

The Worried Book is having a bit of a meltdown. "Hi, I can't wait for you to read me... You are going to read me, right? Wait--what if you don't like me? What if nobody likes me?!" Meet the most anxious book on the shelf--a nervous narrator who worries about everything that could possibly go wrong. But as the pages turn, this worried book discovers something important: everyone feels anxious sometimes, and the key isn't to make the worries disappear--it's learning what to do with them. With warmth, humor, and a gentle touch, The Worried Book invites young readers to acknowledge their "what-if" thoughts and imagine what could go right instead of wrong. A reassuring read for little worriers and the grownups who love them, this story is perfect for classrooms, bedtime, or anytime kids need a comforting perspective.

About the Author

Howard Pearlstein is the author of nine picture books that have been translated into five languages. His most recent picture books include This Book Is Not For You and The Bad Book for Good Kids. Pearlstein lives with his family in Birmingham, Alabama. James Munro has been drawing since he could grasp a pencil. From that moment, everything in his path has fallen prey to his doodles, from books and magazines to films and animation. He lives and works in a pile of pencil shavings and spilled ink in Liverpool, England.

Critical Reviews

"Cute, self-aware, and highly relatable, this story offers a gentle introduction to managing anxiety and runaway thoughts. It makes an engaging and reassuring read-aloud for early elementary classrooms, sparking meaningful conversations about emotions and mindset."

-- "Booklist" (4/1/2026 12:00:00 AM)

"Pearlstein's dialogue captures youngsters' anxieties with a mix of humor and reassurance, while Munro's illustrations are minimalist but effective . . . Rattled readers will readily identify."

-- "Kirkus Reviews" (3/9/2026 12:00:00 AM)

Publishing Information

Publisher: Red Comet Press
Pub date: 2026-04-14
Length: 36 pages

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