R.E.M.'s hit song is brought to life in this joyful picture
book
celebrating friendship and togetherness.
"Shiny happy people laughing
Everyone around, love them, love them
Put it in your hands, take it, take it
There's no time to cry, happy, happy . . ."
Shiny Happy People is a heartwarming picture book whose story is told
through the lyrics of R.E.M.'s joyful tune of the same name. "Shiny
Happy People" appeared on the band's 1991 album Out of Time, and the
song reached the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
With lyrics by R.E.M. and illustrations by Paul Hoppe, this picture book
follows the unlikely friendship between a rabbit and a fox as they teach
others about the joy of inclusion and acceptance. It is the perfect
vehicle for R.E.M. fans to share a loving and positive message with
children of all ages.