NEW YORK (AP) — She won a Grammy and collaborated with Barbara Streisand and performed with the Los Angeles Philharmonic. NOW Laufey takes on a new challenge: creating a children’s story inspired by its mascot alias, Mei Mei The Bunny.
Penguin Workshop announced Tuesday that Laufey’s picture book, “Mei Mei The Bunny,” will be published on April 21. Illustrated by Lauren O’Hara, the book chronicles Mei Mei’s determination to become a professional musician even though she encounters some initial difficulties.
“I’m so excited to now share Mei Mei The Bunny in storybook form!” Laufey said in a statement. “Mei Mei has been a part of my life for a few years and opening up to the world around her has been the most beautiful exploration. I hope that anyone, at any age, can find something in Mei Mei’s story that inspires them and connects them to the people in their life.”
Born Laufey Lín Bing Jónsdóttir in Iceland, Laufey, 26, is known for her distinctive blend of pop, classical and jazz. His album “Bewitched” released in 2023 won the Grammy for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album. Earlier this year, she released the album “A Matter of Time.”
