I Am a Spicy Nugget
I Am a Spicy Nugget
I Am a Spicy Nugget
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Description
Description
A hilariously relatable story about a girl whose big emotions turn her into a spicy nugget! Angry? Overwhelmed? Confused that a simple request for a pet penguin has been unreasonably denied? Then you might be at risk of becoming . . . A SUPER HOT SIZZLING EXTRA SPICY NUGGET! Follow one such nugget as she releases fiery fury on all who dare approach (stuffed animals, beware!). But big emotions and even bigger personalities are no match for a little patience and a lot of love--the best remedies for soothing even your spiciest feelings.
About the Author
About the Author
Loryn Brantz is an Emmy Award-winning author, artist, poet, and director. She is the creator of numerous beloved children's books, including the bestselling series Feminist Baby and It Had to Be You (A Love Poem Your Baby Can See). Her work can be seen on Sesame Street, Elmo's World, Ms. Rachel, and more. Her latest book, Poems of Parenting, is a New York Times bestseller. Loryn is a bit of a spicy nugget herself and lives in New York City with her husband, architect Jake J. Brotter, and their little nuggets, Dalia and Ronen.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
Raves for I Am a Spicy Nugget "An adorable story that all kids with a case of the grumps will relate to"
--Dan Santat, Caldecott Medalist and National Book Award Winner "What a delicious book. Funny, fun, wise, and tender. Loryn Brantz truly gets kids (and grownups, too)."
--B. J. Novak, author of the #1 New York Times bestselling The Book With No Pictures "For everyone who has ever felt like a spicy nugget (I'm looking at you, too, grown-ups), this is a great reminder that feeling angry is OK! Between relatable and humorous moments, I Am a Spicy Nugget quietly offers wonderful, safe examples of how to let anger out."
--Kaitlin Becker, Emmy Nominated Actor/Singer/Writer, best known for her work on Sprout's The Sunny Side Up Show and as Meekah on Blippi
--Dan Santat, Caldecott Medalist and National Book Award Winner "What a delicious book. Funny, fun, wise, and tender. Loryn Brantz truly gets kids (and grownups, too)."
--B. J. Novak, author of the #1 New York Times bestselling The Book With No Pictures "For everyone who has ever felt like a spicy nugget (I'm looking at you, too, grown-ups), this is a great reminder that feeling angry is OK! Between relatable and humorous moments, I Am a Spicy Nugget quietly offers wonderful, safe examples of how to let anger out."
--Kaitlin Becker, Emmy Nominated Actor/Singer/Writer, best known for her work on Sprout's The Sunny Side Up Show and as Meekah on Blippi
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Viking Books for Young Readers
Pub date:
2026-09-08
Length:
40 pages
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