Is My Worry Worth Worrying About?, Becky Overeem
Written by Becky Overeem
Illustrated by Sarah Trolle
Published by Little Love
Publication date: 7 April 2025
RRP $20, PB, 30pp
ISBN: 978-1-0670207-8-1
Is My Worry Worth Worrying About? by debut author Becky Overeem is a beautifully illustrated story that helps young readers navigate anxiety and find calm. With Sarah Trolle's stunning artwork, the book delves into the overwhelming world of childhood worries through a heartfelt narrative that empowers children to face their fears.
This picture book goes beyond storytelling, offering a dedicated section for children, parents and caregivers with practical tools to help families navigate challenges together. Perfect for homes, classrooms, and mental health discussions, Is My Worry Worth Worrying About? is both a comforting story and a valuable resource for growing minds.
Back Cover Blurb
I worry.
I always have.
Recently, nothing is helping me stop worrying. I can't concentrate. My tummy feels like there are lions fighting in it. My head feels like it is full of loud, buzzing bees. My heart beats fast. My hands get sweaty.
What can I do?
I'll start by asking, is this worry worth worrying about?
If you have lots of worries like me, the ideas in this story can help you work through your worries too.
We got this!
About the Author
Becky Overeem grew up as the eldest of five adopted children. Born in Auckland, she spent part of her childhood in Fiji and her teenage years in the Solomon Islands. At 18, she returned to New Zealand to attend Teachers College, where she met her husband, Varon. When her daughters, Chloe and Sophie, were in high school, Becky trained as a school chaplain. Passionate about mental health and education, she now runs her own business in Whangarei, creating teaching and mental health resources. This is her first book, inspired by personal experience.
About the Illustrator
Sarah Trolle is a primary school teacher and illustrator living near Kina Beach in Nelson, with her husband and two children. She has always loved painting, drawing, and printmaking and experimented with many art forms from a young age. She now spends much time teaching and creating art with children, which is high-energy and immensely rewarding.
