The Happiness Box: A Wartime Book of Hope

An inspiring narrative nonfiction picture book by award winners Mark Greenwood and Andrew McLean.

In 1942, Sergeant “Griff” Griffin was a prisoner of war. With Christmas approaching, he decided to make a book for the children cooped up in nearby Changi Prison. The book was said to contain the secrets to happiness. But the enemy was suspicious …

With this picture book, award winners Mark Greenwood and Andrew McLean bring to life the inspirational true story of a book that became a National Treasure.

Author: Mark Greenwood 

Illustrator: Andrew McLean

Format: Paperback 

Imprint: Walker Books Australia

Publication Date: 01 Apr 2022

ISBN: 9781760654474