Broken [Hardcover]

A New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Book! • Join Mei Mei on her hilarious and emotional journey in this dramatic and tenderhearted picture book about guilt and forgiveness, from the acclaimed creator of We Are Definitely Human.

When Mei Mei accidentally breaks her ama's favorite cup, she's convinced it's the end of the world. What if Ama is angry? What if she yells? What if she kicks Mei Mei out of her house? Mei Mei can't face it. But when Mimi, the innocent cat who witnesses her crime, ends up being blamed, the guilt is too much! Mimi's accusing eyes follow Mei Mei until she just can't take it anymore, and the truth comes spilling out.

With vibrant and moody cinematic illustrations and pitch-perfect pacing, X. Fang's newest picture book is filled to the brim with comedic drama and the comforting sweetness of a grandparent's forgiving hug.A 2025 New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Book
A 2026 Barnes & Noble Best Picture Book of the Year
An American Library Association Notable Children's Book of 2026
A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of the Year
One of Kirkus Reviews' 90 Most Anticipated Fall Books for Young Readers, 2025
A 2026 Bank Street College Best Children's Book of the Year
A 2025 Heather's Pick
A Barnes &Noble's Best Kids' Books of 2026 (So Far) Pick
A New York Public Library Best Book for Kids of 2025
A Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2025
A Texas Library Association 2x2 Reading List Pick, 2026
An NPR Books We Love Selection of 2025
A 2026 BRAW Amazing Bookshelf Selection
A 2025 Kids Indie Next Pick for November/December
An NY Mag Best Kids lCÛ