Phil Rosenthal and Daughter Lily Team Up on New Kids Book

Their new book, the pair's second collaboration, focuses on overcoming fears of traveling to unknown places — and all that comes with it

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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Phil Rosenthal, creator of "Everybody Loves Raymond" and host of "Somebody Feed Phil," has teamed up with his daughter Lily to release their second children's book, "Just Try It! Someplace New!". The book follows a young girl named Lil as she prepares for her first sleepover at her grandma's house, overcoming her fears about the unknown. The Rosenthals drew inspiration from their own experiences with stepping out of their comfort zones, whether it's Phil trying new foods on his travel show or Lily taking her first big trip. The book aims to encourage both kids and adults to be open to new experiences.

Why it matters

The book promotes the message of overcoming fears and trying new things, which is an important lesson for both children and adults. In an era where many people can be resistant to stepping out of their comfort zones, the Rosenthals hope the book will inspire readers of all ages to be more adventurous and embrace the unknown.

The details

The new book, "Just Try It! Someplace New!", is the second children's book collaboration between Phil Rosenthal and his daughter Lily. The story follows a young girl named Lil who is nervous about her first sleepover at her grandma's house, worried about the unknown factors like the bed and the food. However, with a little encouragement, Lil learns to embrace the new experience. The Rosenthals drew from their own lives, with Phil often being pushed out of his comfort zone on his travel show "Somebody Feed Phil" and Lily planning a honeymoon trip to Japan modeled after her dad's travels.

  • The book was recently released in 2026.
  • Phil and Lily Rosenthal's first children's book, "Just Try It!", was released in 2024.

The players

Phil Rosenthal

The creator of the sitcom "Everybody Loves Raymond" and the host of the travel and food show "Somebody Feed Phil". He co-authored the new children's book with his daughter Lily.

Lily Rosenthal

Phil Rosenthal's daughter, who co-authored the new children's book "Just Try It! Someplace New!" with her father. She is also a co-owner of the family diner Max & Helens in Los Angeles.

Lil

The young protagonist of the new children's book "Just Try It! Someplace New!", who overcomes her fears about staying at her grandma's house for the first time.

Mason

Lily Rosenthal's husband, who she is taking on a honeymoon trip to Japan that is modeled after her father Phil's travels.

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What they’re saying

“That's where the magic is, when you take that baby step out of your comfort zone. This feeling of accomplishment.”

— Phil Rosenthal (People)

“These books are for the parents, too. How many grown-ups do we know who aren't open to trying new things, like new foods or ideas? Or places.”

— Phil Rosenthal (People)

What’s next

Phil and Lily Rosenthal are already planning their third children's book collaboration, which will likely continue to promote the message of embracing new experiences.

The takeaway

The Rosenthals' new book "Just Try It! Someplace New!" encourages both children and adults to step outside their comfort zones and be open to new adventures, whether it's a first sleepover at grandma's or a big international trip. Their own experiences with trying new things, from Phil's travels to Lily's honeymoon plans, inspired this heartwarming story about overcoming fears of the unknown.