WORM LOVES WORM by J.J. Austrian & Mike Curato
HARDCOVER
Author: J. J. Austrian
Illustrator: Mike Curato
Sweet, funny, and joyfully inclusive, WORM LOVES WORM is a charming picture book that celebrates love, commitment, and being yourself - exactly as you are.
When one worm meets a very special worm and they fall in love, there’s only one thing to do: get married! Invitations are sent, friends gather, and excitement fills the air. But soon, everyone starts asking questions. Who will wear the dress? Who will wear the tux?
The answer is beautifully simple: it doesn’t matter... Because worm loves worm.
With gentle humour and a big-hearted message, the story playfully challenges gender expectations and reminds readers that love doesn’t need rules or labels - it just needs joy and respect.
Written by J. J. Austrian and illustrated with warmth and expressive charm by Mike Curato, this book has become a modern favourite for celebrating LGBTQ+ families and love in all its forms. A joyful, matter-of-fact celebration of love and marriage, with gentle humour that invites conversation, Worm Loves Worm is a delightful reminder that love is love - and that’s really all that matters.
Content Note: This book features LGBTQ+ themes and/or characters. We include this note to help parents, carers, and educators make informed choices when selecting reading material for young people. Our goal is to provide clear information while celebrating the rich diversity of stories and voices in children’s and young adult literature.