Grumpy New Year!
illustrated by Xindi Yan
a companion to GRANDPA GRUMPS
Little Bee Books
December 13, 2022
ISBN: 978-1499812824
Available now for Pre-Order!
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“You should sleep on the long flight," said Mama. Daisy should have slept- but she didn't. She was too excited to see Yeh-Yeh! Daisy is traveling to China, and she's excited to see her Yeh-Yeh again! She has big plans for all the fun they'll have together in preparation for Lunar New Year, like flying kites and making jiao zi. But when she arrives, she has trouble sleeping and is less jolly than she hoped. Throughout the week, Yeh-Yeh tries all sorts of things to help her have a fun holiday and get her past her grumpiness. Will Daisy be able to get some rest and have one perfect day before she goes home? |
Praise for Grumpy New Year...
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“Vivid spreads alternate between vignettes and close-ups of facial expressions registering surprise, frustration, and fatigue, while atmospheric full bleeds convey a child's sense of wonder, festive fireworks, and an extended-family gathering, and a bustling street parade . . . A simpatico portrayal of holiday travel across time zones."
-Kirkus Review
“Daisy's big, conflicting feelings are entirely relatable. The holiday preparations and celebrations come to life in Yan's illustrations, which integrate humor and cultural details. Appended recipes truly make this a treat."
-Booklist
NEWS, APPEARANCES, AND EVENTS:
May 2, 2022: The Conscious Kid reveals the cover for GRUMPY NEW YEAR!
June 3, 2021: Publishers Weekly Rights Reports announces GRUMPY NEW YEAR, the hilarious, heartfelt, full-of-grumbles follow up to GRANDPA GRUMPS, by me and Xindi Yan, that brings Daisy and Yeh-Yeh's adventure to China to celebrate Lunar New Year!
June 3, 2021: Publishers Weekly Rights Reports announces GRUMPY NEW YEAR, the hilarious, heartfelt, full-of-grumbles follow up to GRANDPA GRUMPS, by me and Xindi Yan, that brings Daisy and Yeh-Yeh's adventure to China to celebrate Lunar New Year!
