An African American girl finds inspiration and affirmation in the lives of historic women like Sojourner Truth, Michelle Obama, Billie Holiday and Zora Neale Hurston.

Tanisia Moore views writing as her avenue for giving hope, sharing life's lessons, and sparking imaginations. Her companion picture books I Am My Ancestors' Wildest Dreams and When Black Girls Dream Big empower young readers to dream and live big, and remind them of their strength and potential. She lives in Birmingham, Alabama, with her husband and three young children. Learn more at tanisiamoore.com.
Robert Paul Jr. has a love for people and everyone's unique story. He hopes to help children lead fun, positive, and enriched lives through storytelling. Illustrating When Black Girls Dream Big allowed him to pay tribute to the legacy of the prolific Black women in the story, as well as the countless Black women throughout history and his own life who have inspired him. Robert lives in Houston, Texas, with his family. You can see more of his work at steadfast.tv.