First published 2026
Jacqueline Chen brings back her beloved Chibird character in this collection of uplifting comics designed to support readers through challenging times. The book addresses mental health struggles with gentle illustrations and encouraging messages. Chen covers topics from processing emotions and finding comfort to building motivation and coping with sadness. Her kawaii art style delivers bite-sized wisdom for stress management and self-esteem building. This follow-up to Loading Penguin Hugs offers shareable comfort through impossibly cute characters and soft visual storytelling. The comics meet readers wherever they are emotionally, providing small bursts of hope during tough days. Chen creates a visual reminder that difficult periods pass and that support exists even in dark moments.
Genres: mental-health, self-help, childrens, comics, inspirational
Vibes: comforting, gentle, hopeful, uplifting, whimsical
Tropes: bite-sized-wisdom, emotional-support, found-family
112 pages · Hardcover · Andrews McMeel Publishing
Content warnings: depression, mental-illness