New book by children’s book powerhouse author/illustrator Marina Gioti.

What if was always a cheerful girl. One day, she found a small stone on the road and decided to take it with her. As time passed, the stone became unbearably heavy, exhausting her, but she didn’t know how to tell her parents or anyone else who asked her. Then, she met a wonderful new friend who helped her... talk about the things that were weighing her down. A book about the emotions we keep bottled up, such as anxiety, sadness, and fear, and how they burden us over time, as well as how to manage them.

Winner of the 2025 Public Book Award for Best Children’s Book