Becoming a Big Fish is a candid story of creativity, resilience, and transformation.  When artist Shellie Phelps moved to a small Southern town, she expected to find a fresh start.  What she didn't expect was to find herself helping to breathe new life into the boarded-up town- and in the process, discover her own unique voice. 

Part memoir, part field guide for small town revitalization, this book blends personal reflection with practical wisdom.  With humor, honesty and a splash of whimsy, Shellie shares how towns-and people- can discover their superpower by embracing their authenticity.