The Girl Who Was Too Big for the Page

Written & illustrated by Geena Davis

A girl questions her story's worth until a summer changes everything.

3.3/5 Goodreads · 79 ratings

34 pages

$18.99Save 5%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

Meet Sheila, a curious girl who wonders if her life is book-worthy. As she navigates childhood milestones, she questions her own significance. But one summer, Sheila's life takes an unexpected turn, making her story truly captivating. What happens when she becomes interesting in a big way? Discover how Sheila finds her voice and learns to embrace her uniqueness in this delightful tale of self-discovery and growth.

From the publisher

A beautiful and humorous book about using your voice, taking up space, and being true to yourself, written and illustrated by Academy Award-winning actor and producer Geena Davis. Sheila is the girl who lives inside this book! She does some typical little-kid things, like learning to walk, saying her first words, eating pizza . . . starting school and making new friends. But Sheila knows people are reading her book, and she wonders if she really is interesting enough to have a book written all about her. Then one summer, Sheila becomes very interesting indeed . . . in a BIG, BIG way! One thing is sure–SHEILA WILL GROW ON YOU!

At a glance