An evocative, deeply moving picture book that tells an honest tale of depression, empathy, and hope.

Sometimes, the Wave takes me away.

I don’t see it coming, and when it does,

I feel lonely. And sad.

I end up pushing people away.

But we can float in the water,

And keep breathing.

Together, we can ride out the Wave.

Debut author-illustrator Tyler Charlton introduces the metaphor of the Wave that makes this a relatable and age appropriate entry point for discussions about depression and creates tangible access to talking about emotions.