Other celebrities, including Kevin Hart and Reese Witherspoon, have also written successful children's books.
Popular children's books have been written by Super Bowl champions like Julian Edelman and Oscar-winning actresses like Natalie Portman, among other stars.
Renowned personalities, including Academy Award laureates and sports stars, have used their creativity to produce children's literature that imparts potent messages for both youngsters and adults.
Numerous celebrities who have penned children's literature have drawn inspiration from their own offspring.
Discover that some well-known celebrities are also accomplished authors.
Matthew McConaughey is not only an actor but also an author.
In 2020, he wrote a memoir titled "Greenlights" before penning his children's book.
In 2023, Penguin Random House published McConaughey's children's book, "Just Because," which poetically conveys the life lessons he has learned.
The McConaugheys have a family history of writing, with both him and his wife, Camila Alves, being published authors.
"Just Try One Bite," published in 2022, is a book co-written by Alves and Adam Mansbach that flips traditional roles, with kids encouraging their parents to eat healthily.
Julian Edelman, a three-time Super Bowl champion, is also a three-time author of children's books.
The ex-New England Patriot has released three different editions of his memoir, "Flying High."
Jules, a tiny squirrel, aspires to play football and the books depict his journey.
The three "Flying High" books were collaboratively written with Assaf Swissa and illustrated by David Leonard.
In addition to being the author of "Relentless," published in 2017, Edelman is also the author of a memoir.
It is not surprising that the founder of "Reese's Book Club" is also an author.
In 2017, Reese Witherspoon launched "Reese's Book Club," where she recommends a book to readers each month with a female protagonist as the main character.
Witherspoon is the author of three children's books.
In 2022, the first "Busy Betty" book was published, followed by "Busy Betty & the Circus Surprise" in 2023 and "Busy Betty & the Perfect Christmas Present," which was released in October 2024.
In September 2023, "Good Morning America" featured a segment with Reese Witherspoon discussing the release of "Busy Betty & the Circus Surprise," the second book in the series.
"According to Witherspoon, the show is based on her childhood experiences. She described the main character as a spirited young girl with ambitious plans for businesses she wants to establish in her backyard."
In her first book, Witherspoon started a dog washing business and in this book, she throws a surprise circus party for her mother.
In 2018, Witherspoon published the book "Whiskey in a Teacup: What Growing Up in the South Taught Me About Life, Love, and Baking Biscuits," before becoming known as "Busy Betty."
Channing Tatum is recognized for starring in movies such as "21 Jump Street," "Magic Mike," and "Foxcatcher." Additionally, he pursued a different venture by writing a collection of children's books.
The first book in the series, "The One and Only Sparkella," was published in 2021. The second book, "The One and Only Sparkella Makes a Plan," was published in 2022. And the third book in the series, "The One and Only Sparkella and the Big Lie," was published in 2023.
The books for kids were motivated by Evie, the daughter of ex-wife Jenna Dewan and shared by her father, Tatum.
"In 2022, People reported that Tatum said, "The first book I wrote about my experience with Evie came out really quickly and easily. I had talked about our relationship at some point in my life, but I didn't expect the small, intimate moments I included in the book to be so impactful.""
In 2016, Kelly Clarkson, a Grammy-winning artist, released her first children's book titled "River Rose and the Magical Lullaby."
River Rose, the daughter of Clarkson, served as the inspiration for a story about a girl who is extremely excited about going to the zoo the day before the trip and is unable to fall asleep due to her excitement.
Her mom's lullaby, filled with magic, sends her off into a slumber filled with adventurous dreams.
"River Rose and the Magical Christmas" was published by Clarkson a year after her first book.
Kevin Hart's comedy has been experienced by numerous people during his standup performances and in movie theaters. Additionally, he engages young readers with the publication of his children's book, "Marcus Makes a Movie."
"Marcus Makes It Big," the sequel to the series, was published in 2022.
In the first book, a middle school student aspires to create a superhero film. In the second book, Marcus must build on the success of his first movie and make another hit.
According to Hart, writing children's books doesn't require being one specific thing or fitting into a predetermined category. Instead, he encourages writers to create their own unique style and voice.
"According to Hart, his book stories are inspired by real-life experiences. He believes that art mirrors real moments and life, so his writing is rooted in personal experiences that he can relate to."
In 2022, Serena Williams, a renowned tennis pro, drew inspiration from her daughter's favorite doll to write a children's book titled "The Adventures of Qai Qai."
The book's description states that a young girl learns to trust herself with the aid of her doll and closest companion, Qai Qai.
"In 2022, Williams emphasized the importance of using imagination, playing, and believing in oneself to "Good Morning America." He shared that there are hidden messages about self-confidence and the art of being a child in the statement."
Natalie Portman has been a successful actress in Hollywood for many years, earning an Oscar in 2011 for her role in "Black Swan," portraying first lady Jacqueline Kennedy in "Jackie" in 2016, and appearing in several Marvel films.
Besides her thriving acting career in Hollywood, she authored the children's book "Natalie Portman's Fables," which presented a fresh take on the traditional tales "The Tortoise and the Hare," "The Three Little Pigs," and "Country Mouse and City Mouse."
Janna Mattia illustrated a children's book that was published in 2020.
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