Pharrell to Write a Children's Book

The modern-day renaissance man will be adding yet another distinction to his lengthy, multifaceted resume. Earlier today it was announced that Pharrell Williams has signed a book deal with Putnam Books to publish a series of children’s novels inspired by the smash hit “Happy.” So far, the only details released is that Pharrell will be authoring a total of four books, whose pages will be graced with photographs of children around the world “celebrating what it means to be happy.” The first entry in the series is set to hit stands this September. Click over to HYPETRAK for additional news from the music scene.