Lion in Bed -- Darren Farrell, Hardcover

A gentle but silly picture book about mental health and the power of a good cuddle.

Papa Lion just can't convince Little Lion to get out of bed this morning! They have so much to do, so Papa Lion decides to bring all the activities to him in bed, no matter how big and wild they are. From a full-diner breakfast to a soccer game and surprise party for Grandma, can anything convince Little Lion to finally get up?

Award-winning author and illustrator duo Darren Farrell and Maya Tatsukawa have created a sweet story about a persistent Papa and his tuckered-out cub, with a reminder that sometimes it's the simplest things that bring the most happiness.

Author: Darren Farrell
Publisher: Dial Books
Published: 10/21/2025
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
ISBN: 9780593857281
Audience: Ages 4-8

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 07/21/2025
Kirkus Reviews 08/01/2025

About the Author
Darren Farrell is an award-winning children's book author and illustrator. His book Thank You, Octopus was an NPR and HuffPost best book of the year. The New York Times called Stop Following Me, Moon! "a perfect introduction to the wonders of the universe." He is the author of Dandelion Magic and Give This Book Away, illustrated by Maya Tatsukawa. He has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, on NPR, and in HuffPost and is creating his first original series with Audible.

Maya Tatsukawa is a children's book illustrator and designer residing just out of Boston with her cat/studio manager. When she's not designing, illustrating, or thinking about children's books, you can find her baking cream puffs, eating ice cream, or searching for the perfect scone. She is the author and illustrator of Sunday Pancakes and The Bear in My Family and the illustrator of Darren Farrell's Dandelion Magic and Give This Book Away.