"The Mood Swing is a touching story that highlights the emotional toll of grief on children and their loved ones, demonstrating how support and encouragement can lead to healing. Peter is a lovable character whom many children will resonate with. Time spent with his parents brings him joy, and, when he loses his father, he is left with confusing emotions that he cannot fully understand. This situation is relatable, and children need to know they are not alone in their feelings of loss. B.R. Duray's story encourages open communication about emotions between children and their parents or guardians, emphasizing the power of love in navigating grief. Momes' colorful illustrations beautifully complement the story, taking readers on a magical journey. The artwork perfectly captures the emotional depth of the narrative, visually bringing the themes of love, loss, healing, and hope to life. The Mood Swing is a must-read for anyone who wishes to help children understand and navigate the complexities of grief. "

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Join Peter in B.R. Duray’s whimsical tale about a curious boy who learns to navigate the ups and downs of life through a magical swing.

  • "The Mood Swing is a beautiful expression of love, remembrance, and resilience. Written with a warm candor that acknowledges the pain of grief while fostering hope through a continued connection to our loved ones, The Mood Swing is a meaningful gift to young people who are navigating the world after the death of a parent."

    Michele Neff Hernandez CEO and Founder Soaring Spirits International

  • "In a delightful way, this book brings a promising and empowering message to children who may be suffering from strong mood swings or a mood disorder. It normalizes such a condition by making it manageable and tolerable, and by casting a ray of sunlight and optimism onto the difficulties that set them apart from other children. A book of such hope should find a good place on the shelves of bookstores and libraries."

    Michael Gellert, Jungian analyst and author, former Director of Training at the C. G. Jung Institute of Los Angeles

is a filmmaker and storyteller from Encinitas, California. He lives in Los Angeles and loves creating stories of fantasy, magic and make-believe with his friends. He also loves clouds and stars and the sound of owls. 

is a Japanese-American illustrator who lives in Los Angeles, California with her best friend, Diego the dog. She loves doing cartwheels, drawing with her friends, and teaching her dog new tricks. Diego loves to take naps and eat french fries.