Big Wig
In the spirit of Julián Is a Mermaid, this irrepressible picture book celebrates drag kids, individuality, and self-confidence from the perspective of a fabulous wig!
When a child dresses in drag to compete in a neighborhood costume competition, he becomes B. B. Bedazzle! A key part of B.B. Bedazzle’s ensemble is a wig called Wig. Together they are an unstoppable drag queen team! But Wig feels inadequate compared to the other, bigger wigs. When Wig flies off B. B.’s head, she goes from kid to kid instilling confidence and inspiring dreams in those who wear her:
Wig remembers what wigs can do.
Wig brushes the world,
bolder,
brighter
hues.
Wig hears whispered wishes…
and turns them into
something true.
The bigger their dreams,
the bigger Wig seems.
This wonderful read aloud celebrates the universal childhood experience of dressing up and the confidence that comes with putting on a costume. And it goes further than that, acknowledging that sometimes dressing differently from what might be expected is how we become our truest and best selves.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 32
Book Binding: Hardcover
Year of Publication: 2022
Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
Language: en
ISBN: 9781534487710
Creator Bio
Jonathan Hillman and Levi Hastings are two talented authors who collaborated on the book Big Wig. Hillman is a critically acclaimed writer and journalist, known for his insightful and captivating storytelling. His previous works have been praised for their depth and thought-provoking themes. Hastings, on the other hand, is a renowned artist and illustrator, with a unique and distinctive style that brings stories to life. Together, their combined talents and creative vision have created a compelling and unforgettable story in Big Wig. Hillman and Hastings continue to push the boundaries of their respective crafts, and their collaboration on this book is a testament to their skill and passion for storytelling.
