Couples Who Collaborate: Misty Wilson and David Wilson

Abstract

Misty Wilson and David Wilson are the talented writer/illustrator team behind Play Like a Girl (Harper, 2022), a middle-grade graphic memoir about football, friendship, and finding your place. Based in Ohio, the married couple blends personal storytelling with expressive, character-driven artwork to create engaging books that connect deeply with young readers. Their collaborations have won awards, sparked meaningful conversation in classrooms