On Sale: Nov 3, 2026
Page Count: 48 pages
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN-13: 9781523528349

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A celebration of humanity in the digital age, for fans of Sophie Blackall’s If You Come to Earth.

A young boy explains to his new robot what it means to be human in this thoughtful story from the creator of the indie-bestselling Soy Sauce! From food to family, emotions, imagination and connection, there’s so much to know about being a person, but the boy soon realizes that much of his world is beyond the bot’s grasp. A timely tale for the digital generation, this beautifully illustrated picture book is a gentle conversation starter for discussing AI, and offers inquisitive young readers a way to think about what makes them uniquely, wonderfully who they are.

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Laura G. Lee is a second-generation Korean American children’s book creator. She wrote and illustrated the picture book Soy Sauce!, and she is passionate about stories that spark our connection to the world and one another. Laura holds a master’s degree in interactive technology and design from New York University and has spent many years designing products and services that explore the intersection of humans and technology. She lives in northern California with her husband, son, and daughter and can be found online at lauragleestudio.com or on Instagram @lauragleestudio.

Praise for Soy Sauce!

A Kids' Indie Next List Pick
* "Lee’s lively watercolor illustrations of the children gleefully celebrating each stage of the long process pair beautifully with the upbeat text for an informative, engaging story.... A joyful ode to soy sauce that’s delicious to the last drop."
Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"The tasty rush of the sauce and the happiness the kids experience creating it pop on pages bursting with energetic text and imaginative illustrations.... A great read-aloud for budding foodies and fans of Hot Pot Night! by Chen, Bee-bim Bop! by Park, and Dim Sum for Everyone! by Lin."
The Horn Book
"Soy Sauce! is a charming celebration of one of our favorite condiments. Delicious!"
Grace Lin, author of Chinese Menu and A Big Mooncake for Little Star
"I can’t wait for children and families to learn about the colorful history and process of soy sauce."
Kristina Cho, James Beard–winning author of Chinese Enough and Mooncakes and Milk Bread

Laura G. Lee

About the Author

Laura G. Lee is a second-generation Korean American children’s book creator. She wrote and illustrated the picture book Soy Sauce!, and she is passionate about stories that spark our connection to the world and one another. Laura holds a master’s degree in interactive technology and design from New York University and has spent many years designing products and services that explore the intersection of humans and technology. She lives in northern California with her husband, son, and daughter and can be found online at lauragleestudio.com or on Instagram @lauragleestudio.

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