Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara, born in Barcelona, Spain, is a writer and creative director in constant search of new concepts for children's books. In 2014, she created a book for her two twin nieces for their birthday, which shortly thereafter became the first book in the Little People, BIG DREAMS series. This multimillion-copy bestselling series of picture books explores the lives of outstanding people. From Mahatma Gandhi to Aretha Franklin, to Prince, Sánchez Vegara researches complex careers and makes them accessible to young children, with her unique and mindful style of writing. She works with a diverse team of illustrators to make each book lively, eye-catching and motivating. Working for more than fifteen years for clients in top advertising agencies, her books combine creativity with learning, aiming to establish a new and fresh relationship between children and pop culture. ​

Fernando Martín is an illustrator from Valencia, Spain. He graduated in Media and Audio-visial Communication, but drawing is what he enjoys the most. He works mainly with digital illustration, using limited yet colourful palettes. His illustrations are inspired by childhood memories, travelling experiences, 80s cartoons and music.

"This series encourages curiosity, celebrates diversity, and shows kids how imagination and hard work can make dreams a reality."

--Booklist

"Vegara highlights Beckham's understanding that he is a role model for tiny fans, pointing out the importance of hard work and being part of a team."

--Children's Literature

Publisher: Frances Lincoln Ltd

Pub date: 2025-01-21

Length: 32 pages