New Release Books by Monica Sheehan

The bestselling, inspiring book from beloved illustrator Monica Sheehan now in a gorgeous deluxe edition, for anyone seeking a dose of encouragement, humor, and joy. Pairing simple truths with charming, whimsical illustrations, Be Happy gently encourages you to rediscover life's simple pleasures that add up to a happy life -- to show up, stay inspired, live in the moment, dance, unplug...and just get a good night's sleep. A little gem of wit and wisdom, this deluxe package -- with a gorgeous red, textured cover; slightly larger trim; and brand-new spreads -- makes for an irresistible keepsake, and a meaningful gift for grads, new parents, newlyweds, or anyone starting down a new path in life.

Lovers of Be Happy can now Be Here with this little book of mindfulness. We can all use a gentle reminder to take a deep breath, to find calm among the chaos, and to simply be here. Let Monica Sheehan's adorable cartoons and prompts guide you to a more mindful life as you unplug, find time for yourself, live in the moment, an unclutter the mind. In an irresistible package, Be Here is the perfect self purchase or gift for anyone in your life going through a tough time or simply looking to find less stress and more peace. This charming little book is full of endearing illustrations and light meditations to help you on your journey to a happy, calm, centered life.

Who returns your calls faster than a speeding bullet? Who will leap to your side in a single bound? Your mother--your dog--your hairdresser? No! It's your girlfriend! Artist Monica Sheehan knows this and created Girlfriends: From Campfires to Crow's Feet as the perfect tribute to the women in every female's life. Through this collection of pithy anecdotes and too-funny illustrations, Sheehan reminds women young and old that: Girlfriends share their M and M's, magazines and Xanax. Girlfriends know the best things in life are free. Girlfriends lie to your mother for you.

Joy and individuality shine through in this humorous, inspirational picture book for anyone who wants to be happy. Sing and dance a little! Have fun! Be kind—be brave! And be the best YOU. This sweet and inspirational book reminds us of the simple things that really do make for a happier life: making friends, being thankful, dreaming big, and most of all—being happy! An ideal gift for graduates, newlyweds, new parents, or anyone starting down a new road in life, this jacketed hardcover edition contains all the original content from the board book, along with a bookplate and additional text and artwork.

Playful and fun, constant and everywhere, love fills the pages of this buoyant picture book for adorers of all ages. Love is me, and love is you. You see, when you smile I smile too. When you’re around, the skies are blue. It’s like being happy…times two! This adorable book by bestselling author Monica Sheehan helps us to remember that love—whether between a parent and child, best friends, or even a dog and a mouse—is the most wonderful offering of all. Love Is You & Me. is a vibrant, uplifting title that’s perfect for Valentine’s Day or any time of the year. An ideal gift for loved ones, this jacketed hardcover edition contains the same text as the board book, along with a bookplate and two additional spreads of artwork.

A Simon & Schuster eBook. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader.

Illustrated guide to help laugh your way through the first twenty-eight days of a breakup.

Not just for fashion-impaired superheroes anymore, everyone everywhere wants to save the world, and Monica Sheehan will show them how while breaking into smiles instead of sweats. Building on Monica's achievements, Be Green combines a great format, platform, and illustrations with what is-literally-one of the hottest topics in current affairs. Everyone will love this refreshing, fun look into how we can do our part for the world. Printed on recycled paper, Be Green will be irresistible to the environment-savvy consumer.

From Monica Sheehan, bestselling author of Be Happy, comes this witty take on everyday prayers. Perfect for any tormented soul looking for a little bit of divine intervention, or just some comic relief from earthly toils! Inside this unconventional prayer book: Let There Be Milk Prayer for Lost Keys Check-Out Line Serenity Prayer Luck be Our Lady Please, Let Him Call (Responsorial Psalm) The Botox Creed

At no time during the years does that old saying, "You can't go home again", ring more true than during the holiday season. Authors Monica Sheehan and Tina Klem provide those who hate the holidays with more than a few reasons to stay home this year. "Bah, humbug!"

From the author of Be Happy, this delightful gift book serves up airy motivation with charming illustrations, all with one underlying decree: be you! Be weird, be serious, be funny, be compassionate--and rediscover the joy that is being the one and only you. Celebrating individuality, self-confidence, and the fact that we're all contributing to this world in our own unique way, it's the perfect book to gift to yourself (of course), a friend, a recent grad, or anyone who needs a reminder that you love them for who they are.