Finding My Wave - Hardcover

Katona, Alexandra

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0593857011 ISBN 13: 9780593857014

Publisher: Penguin Young Readers, 2026

Synopsis

Mia finds her bravery and catches her first real wave while surfing with her abuela in this joyful, lyrical picture book that's perfect for summer and for grandparent/grandchild sharing. One early morning, Mia and her abuela head to the ocean to surf. But Mia's tummy is churning wildly. Will she finally be able to make it past the whitewash? The way the waves are crashing makes her feel very small, and she admits to her grandmother that she's afraid. "It's OK to be scared, mi amor," her abuelita says. "Become friends with your fears and they turn into courage." And so, with Lita's guidance and a newfound bravery, Mia is finally able to pop to her feet on the board. "¡Wepa!" her abuela cheers as Mia glides through the water, her heart leaping out of her chest. It's unlike anything in the world, and now she's ready to find the next wave and the next.

About this title

About the Author

Alexandra Katona lives in Southern California with her husband, son, and dogs. She graduated from the University of Michigan, where she majored in Environmental Studies and minored in Spanish, and she now works in communications for the specialty coffee industry. This is her second picture book, and it's inspired by her family and her love of surfing (which she does year-round).

Edition details

• Publisher: Penguin Young Readers
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0593857011
• ISBN 13: 9780593857014
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 40