Gus Says It: A Picture Book

By Zach McConahay

Gus Higgins has a problem: he cannot keep his mouth shut. If it's true, he says it - out loud, at the worst possible moment, every single time.

Grandma's new Jell-O salad? He notices the grape trapped inside. His best friend's new haircut? He has thoughts. A packed school assembly? He'll tell the whole gym exactly what's wrong with the mascot costume.

Gus tries everything to fix himself - holding his breath, taping his mouth shut, wishing he could be quiet like his big sister Poppy. Nothing works. And just when he starts to wonder if something's wrong with him... his one unstoppable habit turns out to be exactly what saves the day.

A warm, funny picture book about the surprising power of telling the truth - even when it's awkward, even when it's hard, and especially when it matters most.

Perfect for read-aloud time, bedtime, or any family looking for a story that makes honesty feel less like a rule and more like a gift.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0H9R3TDC2
• ISBN13: 9798188173968
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 24 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"