Vashti Harrison

Vashti Harrison is widely recognized for her distinctive illustration style and her picture books that celebrate Black history and culture, particularly her "Little Leaders" series.

The "Little Leaders" series can be read in any order, as each book focuses on different historical figures. "Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History" is a good starting point, followed by "Little Dreamers: Visionary Women Around the World" and "Little Legends: Exceptional Men in Black History."

Vashti Harrison's illustrations for "Hair Love" by Matthew A. Cherry were adapted into an Academy Award-winning animated short film.