Mac Wears a Hat

Mac has a hat for every mood in this infectiously positive book by the author and illustrator team behind Molly's Tuxedo! There's a thing that makes my heart go zing. Hats. Mac loves to wear hats. She has one for every occasion, and they help her feel joyful, confident, and adventurous. Not everyone understands her style, but kind words from strangers encourage Mac to be herself. This inclusive book celebrates kindness and positivity, and that what makes you different, makes you special!

Vicki Johnson's debut picture book, Molly's Tuxedo (2023), illustrated by Gillian Reid, received multiple accolades. Johnson is a Southern writer who lives in western Massachusetts, where she tends to several rescue animals and one college kid. If she could have one superpower, it would be to help all children feel seen and respected. Her hat collection is legendary. Find out more about Vicki at vickijohnsonwrites.com. Gillian Reid is a children's book illustrator, character designer, life drawing instructor, and yoga teacher. Originally from Northern Ireland, she now lives in Canada. She loves to draw, go to the movies, roller-skate, do yoga, and spend time with her cat, Frank. She doesn't like to wear hats, but does love to be wrapped up in her favorite scarfs in the colder months. See more of her work at gillian-reid.com.