Sometimes I Cry

Ages 4 to 8

This poignant picture book deftly tackles the complex emotions of childhood, reminding readers that there’s nothing wrong with crying.

Sometimes it’s the sting from a fall that brings tears to your eyes, but other times it’s laughing so hard from a tickle fight that you start to cry.

Follow a young boy as he explores the wide range of emotions that cause him to cry—from joy to disappointment, from laughter to pain, from love to grief. Through moving and lyrical prose, Sometimes I Cry offers a gentle, necessary affirmation of the emotional complexity of growing up, particularly for a boy—and assures young readers that it’s okay to cry.

About the Author

Jess Townes is the author of several forthcoming picture books including Spellbound and Hedgehog Gets It Wrong. She currently works as a bookseller at Main Street Books in St. Charles, Missouri. Jess lives outside of St. Louis with her husband, two teenagers, two cats, and a fifty-pound lap dog. jesstownes.com

Daniel Miyares is a critically acclaimed picture book author and illustrator. Some of his books include: Float, Night Out, That is My Dream, and Bring Me A Rock! He believes that our stories have the power to connect us all. Daniel lives in Lenexa, Kansas with his wife, their two wonderful children, and a dog named Violet that gives them all a run for their money. danielmiyares.com