Big
by Vashti Harrison, Illustrated by Vashti Harrison

Finalist for the 2023 National Book Award

“Measuring almost 12 by 10 inches this ‘big’ children’s book is gorgeous visually, in word, and intent.” —Troy D. Johnson, Founder of the African American Literature Book Club (AALBC)

A New York Times Bestseller
A Kids’ Indie Next List Pick
A Publishers Weekly Summer Reading List Pick
An Amazon Best Book of the Month

Praised for acting like a big girl when she is small, as a young girl grows, “big” becomes a word of criticism, until the girl realizes that she is fine just the way she is.

From a New York Times bestselling and award-winning creator, this deeply moving story shares valuable lessons about fitting in, standing out, and the beauty of joyful acceptance.

Big is the first picture book both written and illustrated by award-winning artist Vashti Harrison. Big traces a child’s journey to self-love and shows the power of words to both hurt and heal. With spare text and exquisite illustrations, this emotional exploration of being big in a world that prizes small is a tender portrayal of how you can stand out and feel invisible at the same time.