Wild Moon

A lyrical picture book featuring the eight lunar phases of the moon and how they affect wildlife on Earth told from the perspective of the moon.

★ “This is a beautifully rendered piece of science, with enough poetic expression to draw in readers, but never growing sentimental or fantastical with the facts. The paintings are meant to be pored over, and this is likely not a book for reading once. It will certainly enliven story hours with its combination of repose and activity, all in one moon cycle….A generous view of the phases of the moon, written with great care, pacing, and illumination.”—School Library Journal, Starred Review

“This beautifully illustrated picture book not only presents the eight phases of the moon but also how animals from various habitats adapt during these phases….Fitting dark backgrounds with luminous light that showcase nature’s nighttime vibrancy set each scene….[an] attractive STEM selection.”—Booklist Magazine

Andie Powers is a writer for children, and sometimes, their grown-ups. She is the author of I Am Quiet: A Story for the Introvert in All of Us (Bala Kids, 2022) and I Am Bold (Gibbs Smith, 2024). I Am Quiet was the winner of the Goodreads 2022 Choice Award for Best Children’s or Middle Grade Book and was a Kids’ Indie Next Pick for May/June 2022. Andie’s previously published works include Bravery Magazine, Root & Star, Bright Lite, The Horn Book Guide, Uppercase Magazine, Seattle’s Child, and The Bedford Reader. She lives in Seattle with her husband and two daughters.

Lucy Rose is a Devon-based illustrator that graduated from Falmouth University in 2015 with a BA Hons in Illustration. She is inspired by vintage prints, art-deco posters and textile pattern, influencing her choice of muted/vintage colors and often pattern-like compositions. Lucy has also always loved the print process, and this is reflected in her work with organic textures and graphic layering. Living in Devon, England, she takes huge inspiration from the countryside and sea that is on her doorstep.

10.8 in H | 9.8 in W | 1.1 lb Wt

ISBN: 9781423667445

On Sale Date: Sep 16, 2025

More from Andie Powers

Bea feels misunderstood when she is repeatedly told to “keep it down,” and “don’t be so loud!”. As she boldly navigates her everyday life, Bea shows us the importance of honoring everyone’s voices — no matter how loud they might be. Bea is not loud—she is BOLD!

Sometimes people tell Bea she’s just too much. Whether she’s bugging her brother like a buzzing bee, helping out a bit too much in class, or blasting her trombone as loud as it goes, she is often misunderstood. While grownups and even other kids might see Bea as loud, we know that she’s got stuff to say, things to do, and friends to make!

This story is for the child who lives out LOUD and boldly uses their voice to be heard above the crowd. Bea’s story shows us that when the strongest voices are celebrated, their boldness inspires beauty and positive change all around us.