Meet the little leaders.
They’re brave. They’re bold.
They changed the world.

In Little Leaders: Visionary Women Around the World, bestselling author and illustrator Vashti Harrison celebrates 40 extraordinary women creators who shaped the world through imagination, innovation, and determination.

From groundbreaking architect Zaha Hadid to actor and inventor Hedy Lamarr, environmental activist Wangari Maathai, visionary artist Mary Blair, and pioneering physicist Chien-Shiung Wu, this inspiring collection introduces readers to women who transformed their fields and redefined what was possible.

Some names you may recognise, others you may be discovering for the first time, but each story reveals the power of creativity, courage, and perseverance. Both educational and uplifting, this beautifully illustrated book encourages young readers to dream big and see themselves as the innovators of tomorrow.