I Am Not Happy!

I Am Not Happy! by Caroline L Perry is a delightful picture book published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers on October 7, 2025. This 40-page book, written in English, features the charming quokka, who, despite his cheerful appearance, reveals that he experiences a range of emotions beyond happiness. The story explores themes of understanding and emotional expression, inviting readers to consider the complexities of feelings.
In this engaging narrative, the quokka shares his experiences of feeling sulky, sorry, or sad, challenging the notion that outward appearances reflect inner emotions. Through interactions with other animals, including kangaroos and koalas, the quokka teaches valuable lessons about not judging others based solely on their looks. This book addresses important topics such as friendship, social skills, and the realities of growing up, all while incorporating humor to resonate with young readers.
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In the vein of Grumpy Monkey and Unicorns Are the Worst!, this hilarious picture book introduces the adorable quokka, who—despite his ever-present smile—is definitely not as happy as he looks!
With its bright eyes, puffy cheeks, and beaming smile, the quokka is clearly the happiest animal on earth. Or is it? This quokka is here to tell you…he is not happy! At least not all the time. Just like everyone else, he can be sulky, or sorry, or sad; but you’d never know from the look on his face! So, what’s a moody marsupial to do when he’s being misunderstood? Teach every other animal from kangaroos to koalas not to judge a critter by its cover!
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