Monica Sheehan is the eleventh child in a large, boisterous family and learned early on to use humor as a survival skill. She nurtured her artistic talent while working as, among other things, a chimney sweep. She has illustrated twelve books and co-authored two. Monica lives at the Jersey shore.

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.