Me the Great: How the Power of Three Made Me

Bys: Emily Ramirez, Mary Dolan, Lara Herzer

A joyful, empowering picture book about donor conception, surrogacy, and the many ways families are made.

Every great hero has an origin story--and yours is special times three

In a world where families are created in all kinds of wonderful ways, ME THE GREAT: How the Power of Three Made Me celebrates the beauty of donor conception and surrogacy through the eyes of a child. Told with warmth, humor, and heart, this whimsical picture book helps parents introduce third-party reproduction when finding the right words feels hard to do.

What happens when grown-ups wishing for a child meet a Giver with something extraordinary to share? YOU happen

Told from the child's perspective, ME THE GREAT flips the usual narrative--it's not about science or struggle, but about celebration. The story radiates pride, love, and wonder, showing that being made by three people isn't just unique--it's extra special. With gentle, age-appropriate language and enchanting illustrations, it turns complex beginnings into a joyful story of connection and generosity.

Experts recommend sharing a child's origin story early and often--and this book gives parents the perfect way to begin. Whether read aloud or cherished as a keepsake, ME THE GREAT helps families start open, loving conversations about how they came to be.

Featuring non-gendered, non-racial characters, this inclusive story welcomes all families--LGBTQ+ parents and anyone whose path to parenthood includes the gift of a donor or surrogate.

Perfect for:
- Families created through egg or sperm donation, or gestational surrogacy
- LGBTQ+ families
- Parents and professionals seeking inclusive, affirming tools for family-building conversations

Inside this book, you'll find:
- A positive, age-appropriate explanation of donor conception and surrogacy
- Whimsical, inclusive illustrations that spark joy and pride
- Language that empowers parents to start conversations early with confidence
- A reminder that every child's story is heroic, magical, and made with love

Join families around the world who are celebrating their extraordinary beginnings--because every story deserves to be told with pride.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GJ2VFT4P
• ISBN13: 9798317825324
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: BookBaby
• Length: 28 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.8" x 0.3" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 8 years and under
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3