Feelings are Better with Friends

by Micol Ostow, Keiron Ward (Illustrator)

Get in touch with your feelings in this official Friends picture book, based on the blockbuster TV show loved by fans of all ages! It’s time to express all your emotions! From Phoebe’s silliness to Chandler’s occasional grumpiness, this picture book will showcase memorable moments from the hit TV show Friends to teach kids about their feelings. Monica, Phoebe, Chandler, Joey, Rachel, and Ross have no shortage of emotions, and we can’t wait to ask, ‘how YOU feelin’!?’

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

40 pages, Hardcover

First published September 19, 2023

About the author

Micol Ostow has been writing professionally since 2004, and in that time has written and/or ghostwritten over 40 published works for young readers. She started her reign of terror with Egmont with her novel FAMILY, which Elizabeth Burns named a favorite of 2012 on her School Library Journal-syndicated blog, A Chair, a Fireplace, a Tea Cozy. Micol's graphic novel, SO PUNK ROCK (and Other Ways to Disappoint Your Mother), was named a 2009 Booklist Top Ten Arts Books for Youth Selection, a Booklist Top Ten Religion Books for Youth Selection, and a Sydney Taylor Notable Book for Teens. She received her MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults from the Vermont College of Fine Arts.

Her young adult horror novel, AMITY, will release from Egmont in August 2014, and her first chapter book series, LOUISE TRAPEZE, will debut in Spring 2015 from Random House.

She lives and works in Brooklyn, NY, alongside her Emmy Award-winning husband, their daughter, and a finicky French bulldog. Visit her at www.micolostow.com.

Reviews

[Emily Haage]

This one was highly entertaining for me, but if you aren't familiar with the show (is any child?) you will probably think this is the weirdest book.

[bluerose]

This was a fantastic gift at a difficult time in my life from my best friend which reminds me--as if I could ever forget--that she (and F•R•I•E•N•D•S) will always be there for me.

[Amy]

Cute book I bought for my nephew so I had to read. Fun for adults as the pictures reference episodes , great to talking about feelings with kids

[Elizabeth]

While Joey listened to Ross and tried to help with his leather pants struggles, he didn't really help. Also, Monica wasn't worried no one would like her at her new job... they actually didn't like her, and let her know that. Lastly, since not much of the book contained Phoebe, I think her being afraid of learning to ride a bicycle would've been a great addition or replacement to the images of Rachel finding swinging on a swing set to be scary.

[Manda Marigold]

This book helps people discuss the complex topic of feelings and emotions by using iconic moments from the tv show. One example of this is when Ross felt stressed because his leather pants got stuck while he was on a date. Overall, I think this book does a great job of taking a complex topic and turning into something that is humorous and enjoyable for the whole family.

[Shireen Hakim]

This is probably the best book of the series because it is meaningful, it shows significant moments, and of course because it came out the closest to when Matthew Perry /Chandler passed. It's the perfect theme for that tough situation. Thank you Scholastic for the beautiful copy.

[Darla]

Calling all Friends fans! This book gives you a chance to relive favorite series moments AND read a book to a youngster in your life. It's a win-win. My favorite spread was the gang showing up in Las Vegas and finding Joey in a gladiator costume. Get all the feels with friends.😻😹😼😽🙀😿😾😸😺

[Susan ...relish every word!!!]

Oooooh my gooooosssh…this book is soooooo adorable!!! It will be soooooo wonderful to read it to. Y students!!!…it will help to talk about feelings and about being a “true” friend…and bring the wonders of the show F*R*I*E*N*D*S into my classroom!!! I can’t wait!!!

[Chelsey with a y]

Anything friends is awesome but this is actually such a sweet book about feelings and how friends can help

[Kelly Veatch]

Loved, loved, loved this book! The whole thing warmed my heart!

[Cathy]

This is a surprisingly good picture book. Up to each parent to decide whether it is interesting or appropriate for their child. But as an adult, I liked it.

[Sofi]

so cute! great stocking stuffer book

[Christina]

Can't say enough how much I have enjoyed these books.

[Ashley Peay]

Another great cute friend's picture book. Perfect for any friend's fan.

[Robin]

Cute and occasionally a little nod to a very specific element is pictured.

[Kayla Edwards]

Cute, great for nostalgia. Okay book for kiddos, better for adults who've watched the show ;)

[Little Librarian Ollie]

I love the friends show