First published 2016
Little Shaq stares at the blank canvas in front of him. His teacher has just announced that every student must create a project for the upcoming school art show. While his classmates Rosa, Lindy, and Barry already know exactly what they want to make, Little Shaq feels stuck. He excels on the basketball court, but the art studio feels like foreign territory. What if he tries something new and fails? What if his basketball skills mean nothing when it comes to painting or drawing? As the art show approaches, Little Shaq must decide whether to play it safe or take a risk. He discovers that finding his own creative style means stepping outside his comfort zone. The story follows his journey from doubt to discovery as he learns that courage and creativity can go hand in hand.
Genres: fiction, contemporary, sports
Vibes: emotional, inspirational, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
80 pages · Kindle Edition · Bloomsbury USA Childrens