The Red Tree

[alobear]

I love Shaun Tan. One of my all-time favourite books is The Arrival, and The Red Tree did not disappoint. It's shorter and less powerful in some ways, but its story of very relatable doubt, fear and despair has a beautifully hopefully conclusion. Plus, it's short enough that I could (and probably will) keep it on my desk and read it regularly when I need a boost.

Beautiful, achingly heartfelt, and universal. Everyone should have this available to make them feel better on bad days.