The Song for Everyone by Lucy Morris Published by Bloomsbury US and UK
A timeless and comforting picture book debut about the power of music to transform hearts and minds.
From a tiny window, way up high, came a delicate tune.
A melody, a song, a sound so sweet …
Day after day, the song drifts on to the breeze and through the town. It makes the old feel young and comforts the lonely. It fills the whole town with joy and kindness. No one knows who sings the song, but they know it is good.
Until one day, the music stops. Can the town work together to save the song for everyone?
In a gorgeous, lyrical story, debut picture-book creator Lucy Morris celebrates the joy of music, the importance of community, and the beauty of simple kindnesses. Sometimes it's the smallest things that draw us together.
Perfect for fans of The World Made a Rainbow, this beautiful picture book is one to read again and again.
Mays Brave Day by Lucy Morris Published by Bloomsbury US
This gorgeous picture book about gathering courage to face the first day of school will be a favorite of children of all ages and is perfect for fans of Corinna Luyken and Julie Morstad.
May has butterflies in her tummy on the first day of school. She thinks back to other brave days to see if she can find that feeling again. She even tries to hop and skip away her worries. Nothing helps, and May wishes she could simply fly away.
But May's mom reassures her that everyone has worries, and that even the birds and butterflies must first learn how to fly. With a little time, May will feel ready to spread her wings.
Author/illustrator Lucy Morris crafts a beautifully gentle picture book about embracing your worries and finding courage in your own authentic way.