This month’s spotlight is on What If Pigs Can Fly? by Van Lai-DuMone, a thoughtful exploration of creativity, perspective, and the courage to challenge conventional thinking. Rather than treating creativity as something reserved for artists or entrepreneurs, Lai DuMone presents it as something available to anyone willing to remain curious, think differently, and move beyond limiting assumptions.

Drawing from her experiences in business, design, and leadership, Lai DuMone encourages readers to examine the stories and constraints they often accept without question. The book pushes back on the idea that innovation only comes through massive disruption or groundbreaking inventions. Instead, it shows how meaningful growth often begins with small shifts in perspective, intentional curiosity, and the willingness to ask better questions.

What makes this book impactful is the balance between inspiration and practicality. Lai DuMone does not frame creativity as random inspiration or surface level positivity. She presents it as a mindset rooted in openness, experimentation, and resilience. Through relatable examples and reflections, she highlights how routine, fear, and self imposed limitations often become the real barriers to growth rather than a lack of talent or ability.

At its core, What If Pigs Can Fly? reminds us that imagination is not childish. It is necessary. In a world where change continues to accelerate, the ability to think creatively, adapt, and see possibilities others overlook becomes increasingly important. The book encourages readers to stay flexible in their thinking and courageous enough to pursue ideas that may initially seem unrealistic.

This is not simply a book about creativity. It is a book about possibility. Lai DuMone challenges readers to stop dismissing unconventional ideas too quickly and instead create space personally and professionally where innovation can grow.

About the Author:
Van Lai-DuMone is an author, speaker, and advocate for creativity and innovation in leadership and life. With a background spanning design, branding, and organizational development, she focuses on helping individuals and teams unlock creative thinking and challenge limiting beliefs. Through her work, she reinforces the idea that creativity is not reserved for a select few. It is something that can be developed intentionally to create growth, adaptability, and meaningful impact.