Moodies

Feelings become unforgettable characters in this board book by Lauren Martin, beloved for her vibrant, witty illustrations. Emotions take shape as charming creatures – a wobbly jelly for shyness, a fizzy soda for excitement. With bold simplicity and universal appeal, it speaks to kids discovering feelings and to adults rediscovering them.

Beautifully designed and emotionally resonant, Moodies is both a child’s first book of emotions and an art object for grown-ups who cherish Lauren Martin’s unmistakable world.

Lauren Martin is a hugely popular Brooklyn-based illustrator, best known for her joyful and unmistakable food-inspired characters. Her work has appeared everywhere from the New York Times to Apple campaigns and giant posters in Times Square, making her a cult favorite in design and culture circles. With Moodies, she brings her playful yet profound style to children’s books for the first time—a debut set to win over kids and grown-ups alike.