A Cup of Happy

A whimsical adventure of creativity and teamwork as capybara friends explore bubble tea and celebrate life’s simple joys.
Join Capy, Cali, and Cavin, three curious and adorable capybara friends from the peaceful planet Capyzenia, on a whimsical Earth adventure! In this heartwarming tale filled with cute, kawaii art, the trio sets out to create their own bubble tea, learning through fun hands-on experiments and teamwork. With the help of new Earthling friends—a turtle, a bunny, and a duck—the capybaras discover the value of creativity, embracing differences, and cherishing life’s simple joys. Through trial and error in cooking, they not only master the art of bubble tea but also explore the importance of friendship and sharing a “cup of happy.”
Written and illustrated by Helen H. Wu, A CUP OF HAPPY: CAPYBARA BUBBLE TEA is perfect for capybara fans and readers who love stories about exploration, making new friends, and celebrating uniqueness.
Featuring engaging educational back matter, readers will discover:
✔️ Fascinating facts about capybaras, the world's largest and most easygoing rodents.
✔️ The rich history of tea, milk tea, and bubble tea, tracing its cultural roots across the world.
✔️ A fun, kid-friendly homemade fruit bubble tea recipe, perfect for young boba lovers to try at home!
This adorable book inspires young minds to embrace creativity, try new things, and savor the little moments that bring us all together.

Helen H. Wu is an awarding-winning children’s book author and illustrator, as well as a translator and publisher. She is the author of Tofu Takes Time, Long Goes to Dragon School, Ping's Perfect Pot, and author-illustrator of Capybara Zen and Everyday Happy. Helen is the Publisher of Yeehoo Press, an independent children’s book publisher based in San Diego, California. Fascinated by the differences and similarities between cultures, Helen loves to share stories that empower children to understand the world and our connections. Born and raised in Hefei, China, Helen moved to the US in her 20s. Currently, she resides in sunny Southern California, with her family and two kids. Find more about Helen at helenhwu.com