Tue Apr 29 14:40:00 UTC 2025: **Geena Davis Pens and Illustrates Children’s Book About Growing Too Tall**
NEW YORK – Actress Geena Davis has added “children’s book author and illustrator” to her impressive resume. Her debut picture book, *The Girl Who Was Too Big For The Page*, tells the story of Sheila, a young girl who literally outgrows the confines of her own book after a summer growth spurt.
The book, which Davis both wrote and illustrated, draws heavily from her own experiences as a tall child. In an interview with NPR, Davis shared that she was always the tallest in her class and often felt self-conscious and out of place, employing various strategies to appear smaller. These experiences directly informed Sheila’s attempts to adjust to her new height, including bending over and strategically positioning herself.
The story, however, goes beyond the physical challenges of being tall. It explores themes of self-doubt and imposter syndrome, feelings Davis herself has experienced throughout her successful Hollywood career. She confessed to moments of self-doubt, even after achieving great success, highlighting the universality of such feelings.
Davis’s artistic talents also shine through in *The Girl Who Was Too Big For The Page*. Though initially hesitant to label herself an “artist,” she embraced her role as illustrator, adding a personal touch to the heartwarming tale.
The book, described by Davis as one she wished she’d had as a child, offers a relatable and charming story for young readers, tackling body image and self-acceptance with sensitivity and humor. While unsure of future projects, Davis expressed interest in writing more children’s books, indicating that the creative process has been a fulfilling experience.
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