Caitlin Clark writes first children's book

Caitlin Clark is publishing her first official children’s picture book, with Random House Books for Young Readers set to release it on November 3, 2026. (global.penguinrandomhouse.com) The book is titled *EXTRAordinary! A Little EXTRA to Reach BIG Dreams*, and Penguin Random House said Clark wrote it in rhyming verse with illustrations by Adriana Predoi. (global.penguinrandomhouse.com) Penguin Random House announced the deal on Tuesday, April 28, through Michelle Nagler, senior vice president and publisher of the Random House Books for Young Readers Group. (global.penguinrandomhouse.com) Clark said the story draws on a phrase that hung above the mirror in her childhood bedroom: “The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra.” (olympics.com) (sports.yahoo.com) The publisher said the book follows Clark’s path from Des Moines, Iowa, to basketball stardom and centers on effort, perseverance, and support systems. (abcnews.com) (nbcnews.com) Hawk Central reported the hardcover is listed at $19.99 in the United States, the ebook at $6.99, and an audiobook edition is also expected. (hawkcentral.com) The release adds a publishing project to Clark’s off-court portfolio as she continues with the Indiana Fever and enters another WNBA season as one of the league’s biggest draws. (global.penguinrandomhouse.com) (olympics.com) Clark’s book also arrives after unauthorized children’s titles about her, including *You Are Powerful: A Book for the Littlest Caitlin Clark Fans*, appeared at retailers last year. (amazon.com) This time, the book carries Clark’s own byline — and a firm publication date in November. (global.penguinrandomhouse.com)