Max's Megalodon-Sized Anxiety
by Julie KusmaPublish: Oct 14, 2025Children's Book Overview
Max’s Megalodon-Sized Anxiety is a heartfelt and humorous picture book that dives deep into big feelings with a giant imaginary friend by your side.
Written for children ages 5–8 (and the grown-ups who love them), this story follows Max, a bright, imaginative boy with a not-so-imaginary problem: anxiety. While Max can handle bugs, bedtime, and even broccoli, he finds it tough to face new places, loud noises, and talking to other people. That is, until Sandy arrives: a towering, funny, red-sunglasses-wearing megalodon who helps Max manage overwhelming feelings in a way that’s playful, empowering, and safe.