Indiana Fever Celebrates Caitlin Clark's Major Book Success, But Her Latest 'Accolade' Is Beyond Basketball

Caitlin Clark celebrates her debut book's No. 1 bestseller achievement.© NDTV GALLERY

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark has added a new title to her list of achievements: No. 1 New York Times bestselling author. Her debut children's book, ‘EXTRAordinary! A Little EXTRA to Reach BIG Dreams,' topped the children's picture books list on Wednesday, November 11, just over a week after its release. The Fever congratulated Clark in a post on X, celebrating a milestone away from the basketball court. Published on November 3, the book is aimed at children aged four to eight. It shares a message Clark says has stayed with her since childhood: giving a little extra to reach big goals while valuing those who support you.

Indiana Fever Congratulates Caitlin Clark On Bestseller Achievement

The Fever wrote on X: “Another accolade for the resume Congratulations on becoming a #1 New York Times bestselling author, CC”

Clark's rhyming picture book, illustrated by Adriana Predoi, takes its title from a message displayed on a mirror in her childhood bedroom. Published by Random House Books for Young Readers, it focuses on effort, confidence and the support people receive from family, friends and teammates.

Speaking on NBC's “Today” show on November 3, Clark explained the idea behind the book. “I had this mirror that my parents had made before I was even born, and my parents still have it in my childhood bedroom,” Clark said. “I think it's just all about doing a little extra to reach your dreams and your goals. And I feel like that's kind of a testament to not only my life, but obviously my professional career as well, playing basketball. So it's fun getting to share the story with everybody.”

Caitlin Clark Shares The Story Behind ‘EXTRAordinary!'

Clark spoke about the book again during her November 6 appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” She said its message reflects her upbringing and approach to basketball.

“I think a lot of it is very true to my story, and the way I was raised,” Clark said. “You know, my career as a basketball player, just doing a little extra and believing in yourself a little extra. You're going to need a little extra love, or courage.”

The illustrations also include jersey numbers linked to different stages of Clark's life: No. 22, her familiar basketball number; No. 6, her father's college number; No. 11, her high school number; and No. 17, the number assigned during her Team USA tryout.

The hardcover edition of ‘EXTRAordinary! A Little EXTRA to Reach BIG Dreams' is available on Amazon and at Barnes & Noble for $19.99.