The Smiley Face Balloon: A beautifully illustrated story about kindness, connection, and the light we leave behind.

By Joe Sanseverino

In a bustling city that never slows down, an elderly man named Mr. Smiles treasures three simple items:

a pen that "ignites hearts," a broken watch that reminds him to "make it count," and a yellow smiley-face balloon that brightens even his heaviest days.

Each day, he visits a hospital room to see a young girl named Lily-a friendship that sparks a quiet chain of kindness, one that circles back when he needs it most.

The Smiley Face Balloon is a tender, illustrated story about connection, gratitude, and the invisible threads of compassion that hold us together.

Blending poetic prose with expressive black-and-white artwork on every page, it invites readers to slow down, breathe, and remember the small miracles that give life meaning.

Through Mr. Smiles' gentle wisdom, this modern fable reminds us that time is precious, words have power, and kindness-once released-always finds its way home.

A gift of comfort and reflection for all ages, this book is perfect for:

Hospital and caregiver giftsChaplains, counselors, and educatorsMoments of grief, gratitude, or encouragementBook clubs and classroomsAnyone who needs a gentle reminder to carry the flame and share the light

A timeless keepsake for readers of all ages, The Smiley Face Balloon will resonate with fans of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse, The Little Prince, and Tuesdays with Morrie.

If you love stories that heal the heart and celebrate humanity, you'll treasure The Smiley Face Balloon.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FQ46GZ3K
• ISBN13: 9798988892106
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Joe Sanseverino
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"