David Small
Born: 02-11-1945
David Small is an acclaimed American author and illustrator, renowned for his work in children's literature and graphic memoirs. His illustrations have graced numerous picture books, earning him a Caldecott Medal for "So You Want to Be President?" and a Caldecott Honor for "The Gardener." His graphic memoir, "Stitches," received critical acclaim and was a National Book Award finalist. Small's evocative storytelling and artistry continue to captivate audiences of all ages.
Book summaries for books written by David Small
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I hated my body.
The air and the water were full of smoke. A big hole had opened in the ground.
I was the one who was always in trouble, the one who was always wrong.
Sometimes I think I'm losing my mind. I can't think straight and I can't breathe.
I wanted to scream, but I couldn't. It was as if my throat was sealed shut.
There was no one to turn to, no one to tell. I just wanted to disappear.
The doctors had cut out my vocal cords. They said it was for my own good.
I had been betrayed by my own family. They had kept secrets from me.
I was trapped in a world of sickness and sorrow, with no way out.
I realized I had to find my own voice, even if it meant defying those in power.
I learned that the scars on my body were not marks of shame, but of survival.
Despite everything, I found the strength to speak my truth and confront my demons.