Date Published: January 14, 2026
Sweet Annie’s Grieving Tree, the second book in the Peanut Butter and
Donner series, is a rhyming childrens picture book about grief, loss, and
healing process told through the eyes of three lovable animal friends: Peanut
Butter the bunny, Donner the parakeet, and Sweet Annie the duck.
When Annie shares that someone she loves has gone away, her usual sparkle
fades. But instead of turning away, her friends stay close offering space to
cry, comfort, and gentle understanding. As they sit together beneath their
favorite tree, the friends discover that grief doesn’t have to be spoken
perfectly to be shared and that kindness, play, and quiet company can help
sadness soften.
This story was inspired by Erin Rosenblum’s personal and professional
experiences with grief, emotional resilience, and healing. With
developmentally sensitive language and comforting illustrations created by
Aubree Rosenblum, the book supports children navigating all kinds of loss, not
just death, but also natural disasters, life changes, or separations.
Perfect for ages 5-10, Sweet Annie’s Grieving Tree is a meaningful
resource for parents, teachers, therapists, first responders, and caregivers.
About the Author
who brings warmth, clinical insight, and professional knowledge to every story
she writes. For over 15 years, she has worked with teens and adults navigating
anxiety, grief, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. Her experience and
education in developmental psychology give her a unique understanding of how
children experience and express emotions, especially the ones that are hardest
to talk about.
Her books reflect her core belief that stories can be both playful and
powerful. With relatable animal characters, lyrical rhymes, and emotionally
grounded narratives, Erin’s picture books gently support
social-emotional learning, build emotional literacy, and create space for
conversations about big feelings. Whether it’s fear, sadness, bravery,
envy, or shyness, her stories are written to soothe, validate, and empower
young readers.
When she’s not writing or working in her practice, Erin enjoys time with
her family and friends or cozy moments at home with her beloved pets including
the real Peanut Butter the rabbit and Donner the parakeet. Her books are born
out of a deep respect for children’s emotional worlds and a belief that
stories can help them feel seen, safe, and strong.
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