"It’s such a clever, funny and moving story. What a wonderful way to remind us how to keep our chattering brains (or Brian’s) in-check now and then. The power of a brilliant storyteller!" – Lisa Thompson

"This is a beautiful story about the similarities between people from different generations and the ability to be mutually helpful to each other … It will be both affirming and challenging to anyone struggling or who has struggled with their mental health." – Books for Keeps

"This story gets to the heart of children’s worries … It offers hope and suggestions about ways that readers can empower themselves to control their emotions, all in an engaging and funny story … . A beautiful, empathic story emphasising the support and strength of intergenerational relationships." — The School Librarian

"A touching intergenerational story about learning to share your worries and managing your brain." – Free To Be Me, Children's Books Ireland

"Reassuring, authentic normalising of the complicatedness of family & our own busy brains. The beauty of holding space for each other of quietening unhelpful thoughts." – Teacher

"This would make a fantastic book for discussing mental health, additionally normalising discussion around mental health, particularly in boys." – Mini Midnight Reads, blog

"Heartwarming, witty and packed full of hope … A charming, relatable novella showing support for intergenerational friendships and giving strategies to combat anxious brains, Me and my Brian is a powerful story with some gorgeous illustrations that you’ll love!" – Check 'Em Out Books, blog

"So poignant and heartwarming, this fabulous story talks about children’s mental health in such a clever way for readers to understand. Many readers will identify with Josh … hopeful, powerful and clever" – Little Posts of Library Treasures, blog