Pearl just wants to read her book in peace, but the other fish won’t leave her alone!
Pearl can’t wait to dive into her new book, but the other sea creatures keep interrupting and nothing she does will keep them away—not hanging signs, not hiding under the seaweed, nor swimming away to a shipwreck. So Pearl plucks up her book and swishes down, down, down for a distraction-free place to think and to read. But just as she settles back in, here comes a light show from the comb jellies! GAH! What’s a poor fish got to do for some quiet alone time?
Little ones who struggle to focus in busy environments will relate to Pearl, a grumpy anglerfish, as she searches for quiet in this funny and gentle reminder about establishing healthy boundaries and respecting personal space.
Hardcover
Ages 4-8yrs
Margaret Chiu Greaniasis the author ofMaximillian Villainous. The daughter of Taiwanese immigrants, she grew up in New York, Texas, and California, while her Amah lived faraway in Taipei. This book was inspired by her childhood memories visiting her Amah—exploring night markets, splashing in hot springs, and connecting with relatives—and by her children experiencing Taiwan withtheirAmah for the first time. She currently lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband, three children, and a fluffle of dust bunnies. Find her online at margaretgreanias.com. @MargaretGreania
Tracy Subisakcan’t stop thinking about being back in Taipei, eating youtiao and doujiang (soy milk) with her Amah and Mama. Tracy is the daughter of a Taiwanese mother and Polish-American father. She lived in Taipei for a bit as an adult and saw her Amah every week, ate delicious night market snacks, and enjoyed every detail of beautiful Taiwan. She is the author-illustrator ofJenny Mei Is Sad, and has illustrated books including award-winningShawn Loves Sharksby Curtis Manley andWood, Wire, Wingsby Kirsten Larson. Visit her online at tracysubisak.com. @tracysubisak
