Lidia Brankovic graduated from FH-Potsdam in 2022. She takes inspiration from her hometown Berlin, its people and its culture. When she's not painting or writing, she enjoys dancing, meditating and taking long walks. The Grand Hotel of Feelings is her first book, and emerges from her own journeys through and with emotional turbulence.

"An accessible entry into discussions on the complexity of feelings, this picture book will be returned to time and time again." - Foreword Starred Review

"Quirky and expressive social-emotional learning." - Kirkus Reviews

"Wes Anderson vibes with a Pixar twist. As for Brankovic herself, I was pleased to discover that she was a student of Sven Volker. I've been cultivating a little list of my favorite German author/illustrators and he, of course, is right up there. A charming idea and product." - Fuse 8 / School Library Journal

"An Incredibly Imaginative Look at Emotions. I loved this book dearly. The idea of the feelings being guests at a hotel was absolutely adorable and incredibly unique. The illustrations are wonderful." - YA Books Central

"This is the perfect item of choice for adults to use when encouraging the young to discuss their emotions and explain often-confusing connections between them, using a whimsical overlay to address serious subjects and spark conversations among all ages." - Midwest Book Review

"This tender and accomplished metaphorical tale would be a solid choice for guidance counselors and social workers who want to help children explore and validate their feelings. Think of it as a softer, gentler print version of the Pixar film Inside Out." - Youth Services Book Review

Publisher: Cicada Books

Pub date: 2023-09-05

Length: 32 pages