Pharrell Williams will not put his smash hit single “Happy” to rest. The Virginia Beach native has partnered with Putnam Books for Young Readers to write four picture books for children.
The first book, inspired by and named after “Happy,” will show photos of children from around the world “celebrating what it means to be happy,” says Putnam.
“I’m humbled by the global success of “Happy,” but especially in awe of the song’s young fans,” Pharrell said in a statement. “My collaboration with Penguin allows me to continue a dialogue with these children in a fresh, new way. We’re both committed to feeding the curiosity of young minds with imagination.”
“Happy” will be published on September 22 with a first printing of 250,000 copies.
(Source: Washington Post)
