Hermie The Laughing Hyena

What happens when a fun-loving hyena who can't help laughing goes to Sadville? Hermie the Hyena is lonely and wants to make new friends so he heads to nearby Sadville, where no one is allowed to laugh. But Hermie doesn't give up. After causing a ruckus among the people of Sadville-who can't help smiling when the happy hyena is around--Hermie manages to make the King himself laugh, and Sadville is soon changed forever. Written by education professor Dr. Albert Rebhun and colorfully illustrated by New York City artist and designer Ted Dawson, Hermie the Laughing Hyena is a lively, entertaining tale about the importance of having a cheerful, positive outlook and the healing power of laughter.