Trailblazers: Beyoncé

Name: Trailblazers: Beyoncé
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781788952163
Price: 17.99 NZD
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By Ebony Joy Wilkins

Series: Trailblazers

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Trailblazers: Beyoncé by Ebony Joy Wilkins is a captivating children's book that explores the inspiring journey of Beyoncé Knowles, from her childhood in Houston to becoming a global icon in music and beyond. The book highlights her determination, creativity, and influence, offering young readers a glimpse into the life of an artist who has made a significant impact on the world. Through engaging storytelling, it celebrates Beyoncé's achievements and her role as a trailblazer in the entertainment industry.
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Be inspired by the lives of trailblazers past and present in this biography series! Singer, songwriter, activist and icon – discover the extraordinary story of Beyoncé’s rise to fame!

Be inspired by the lives of trailblazers past and present in this biography series! Singer, songwriter, activist and icon - discover the extraordinary story of Beyoncé's rise to fame!

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How did Beyoncé find her voice and become an international superstar?

As a child, she may have been shy in the classroom, but when Beyoncé stepped out on stage she transformed into a powerful performer. After singing and dancing in local talent shows, Beyoncé went on to front best-selling girl band Destiny’s Child, before setting out on a solo career that has inspired and empowered millions of people around the world. Singer, songwriter, record producer, activist and icon – discover the extraordinary story of Beyoncé’s rise to fame!

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788952163

Publisher: Little Tiger Press Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 January 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Little Tiger

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 176

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Ebony Joy Wilkins Penguin Books Series: Trailblazers

About the Author

Ebony is a journalist, author and editor living in New York City. Her debut novel, SELLOUT, is about an African American girl struggling to fit in with her community. Ebony's non-fiction debut about NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson was published in January 2018 as part of the DK LIFE STORIES series.

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