Welcome to the Surf Soup® Universe
A Whimsical World by Emmy-Honored Animator & Author Donna Kay Lau
Dive into the Surf Soup® Universe—a vibrant creative world born from imagination, resilience, and heart. Created by Prime Time Emmy-honored TV animator, author, and illustrator Donna Kay Lau, Surf Soup® blends books, animation, music, art, and cultural storytelling to inspire kindness, creativity, and community. From the award-winning Surf Soup® Buttons film to 75+ books and an ever-growing media universe, each story celebrates diversity, imagination, and the power of believing in yourself.
Explore the Universe
Discover every corner of Surf Soup®—from the beloved children’s books and cartoons to behind-the-scenes art, studio creations, podcasts, and merchandise. Each project connects through a shared message: ride your own wave and make the world a brighter place.
Welcome to the Surf Soup® Universe
Surf Soup Universe 🌊
Welcome to the Surf Soup Universe — the creative world of Donna Kay Lau! Explore books, films, art, and music that inspire kindness, creativity, and imagination. Tap on any world below to dive in.
Surf Soup Books
Explore the award-winning Surf Soup book series — over 60+ stories of creativity, community, and fun!”
Surf Soup Animation & Film
Watch hand-drawn animation and meet the characters from Donna’s Oscar-qualified short film.”
Surf Soup Music
Short blurb: “Listen to original Surf Soup music — playful, uplifting, and made for dreamers.”
Surf Soup Merchandise & Licensing
Bring Surf Soup into your world with fun products and licensing opportunities.”
Surf Soup Podcast
“Join Donna behind the scenes for inspiring stories, laughter, and creative talk.”
Schools & Educators
Bring Surf Soup into classrooms with virtual readings and teacher resources.
Surf Soup® TV Cartoon
“Watch the hand-drawn Surf Soup® TV Cartoon and meet your favorite characters in a world full of imagination and fun.”
Making Surf Soup® (Memoir / Behind the Scenes)
Go behind the scenes with Donna Kay Lau — the creative journey, inspiration, and stories behind Surf Soup®.”
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My Oscar-Qualifying Animated Short!
🎉 We Did It! 🎉
Thanks to YOU, we successfully Kickstarted Surf Soup® Buttons — my Oscar-qualified animated short!
I’m now on my way to Academy Award submission — and the journey has just begun.
✨ Click the Buttons Button below to learn more, watch updates, and celebrate with me!