On EW.com: Why Michael Ian Black wrote a children's book about sadness

"It might be a difficult idea to get across, in an era of social media and heightened technology. 'It’s something I had to learn, and I think it’s something my wife had to learn,' Black admits. 'I feel like a parent has [only] two jobs: Help your [kids] feel that they’re loved, and two, make them feel safe.' Also important: Giving your children the tools for self-reliance."

I'M SAD review by The Pages In-Between

Thanks to The Pages In-Between for the kind review of I'M SAD!

"This was such a great story, and I love that it teaches kids that it’s okay to be sad, and it’s okay to tell people when you are sad. Now we want the whole series!"

"We also really enjoyed the bright, colorful illustrations, and the simple dialogue. It held their attention and made it easier on mom when they want me to read it five times in a row! I think this book is perfect for kids ages 3-7 (my boys are four and they really liked it) This has become a nightstand book, so that we can read it nightly."

I'M SAD included in "10 Books To Help Foster Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, And Kindness In Your Classroom"

Thanks to K-5 Library Media Specialist, Colleen Adam, for including I'M SAD in her list of 10 Books To Help Foster Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, And Kindness In Your Classroom.

I'M SAD Book Tour report

I had SUCH a wonderful time visiting schools and bookstores on the I'M SAD book tour! You can see my posts and photos in the I'M SAD BOOK TOUR report.

Excite about speaking with young readers on our I'M SAD Book Tour!

Can't wait to speak with young readers at schools and bookstores next week! You can find more info and links on the I'M SAD Book Tour Schedule. Hope to see some of you along the way!