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1) Who was Elvis Presley?

Author

Edgers, Geoff

Language

English

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Book, eAudiobook, eBook, Kindle

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Profiles the "King of Rock 'n Roll," focusing on how he got his start in singing and how his style influenced later musicians.

2) Elvis: a graphic novel

Author

Collins, Terry

Language

English

Formats

Book, eAudiobook, eBook, eComic

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"In graphic novel format, explores the life of Elvis Presley and describes his return to stardom through his '68 Comeback Special"--Provided by publisher.

3) King of pop: the story of Michael Jackson

Author

Collins, Terry

Language

English

Formats

Book, eAudiobook, eBook, eComic

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"Describes important moments and accomplishments in Michael Jackson's life in graphic novel format"--Provided by publisher.

4) Who is Bob Dylan?

Author

O'Connor, Jim

Language

English

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A singer-songwriter, musician, and artist, Bob Dylan is an American icon. In the past five decades, Dylan's work has influenced everyone from John Lennon, Bruce Springsteen, and David Bowie to rapper Eminem. Young music lovers will be fascinated by this great artist's life!

5) Prince

Author

Sánchez Vegara, Ma Isabel

Language

English

6) Who was Michael Jackson?

Author

Stine, Megan

Language

English

Formats

Book, eBook

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Describes the life and accomplishments of the superstar singer, from his early career with the Jackson Five to his success as a solo performer and his personal troubles.

7) Elvis is King!

Author

Winter, Jonah

Language

English

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Presents the life and legacy of Elvis, from his birth in Mississippi through his music career, his time in the army, his marriage, and his induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

8) Elvis: the story of the rock and roll King

Author

Christensen, Bonnie

Language

English

9) Elvis Presley

Author

Sánchez Vegara, Ma Isabel

Language

English

Description

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"In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Elvis, the King of Rock 'n' Roll. Elvis was born into poverty in North Mississippi, a place where opportunities were a rare thing to see. Still, he felt that someday, somehow, something amazing would happen. When he sang in a school talent show, he realized that singing was all he wanted to do with his life. He had just...

10) Awesome African-American rock and soul musicians

Author

Aretha, David

Language

English

Formats

Book, eBook

Description

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"Read about important African American musicians including: Chuck Berry, Little Richard, James Brown, Ray Charles, Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Jimi Hendrix, and Prince"--Provided by publisher.

11) Michael Jackson: king of pop

Author

Pratt, Mary K

Language

English

Formats

Book, eBook

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An exploration of the life and career of Michael Jackson that discusses his childhood, family, success, personal relationships, controversy, and untimely death.

12) Jimi: sounds like a rainbow : a story of the young Jimi Hendrix

Author

Golio, Gary

Language

English

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Picture Books for Black History Month
Rocking and Rolling Picture Book Biographies

Description

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Before he became one of the greatest guitar players of all time, Jimi Hendrix was a boy who loved to paint and listen to records, and who asked himself an unusual question: could someone paint pictures with sound?

13) Spin: the story of Michael Jackson

Author

O'Keefe, Sherry

Language

English

Description

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Discusses the singer's rise to stardom, his changing personal appearance, legal battles, family life, and unexpected death at the age of fifty.

14) Elvis Presley: a twentieth century life

Author

Hampton, Wilborn

Language

English

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An introduction to the life of Rock and Roll legend Elvis Presley.

15) When angels sing: the story of rock legend Carlos Santana

Author

Mahin, Michael James

Language

English

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Picture Book Biographies for Hispanic Heritage Month
Rocking and Rolling Picture Book Biographies

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Tells the life story of rock musician Carlos Santana.

16) Olivia Rodrigo: the ultimate fan book : everything you need to know about the world's hottest pop star

Author

Croft, Malcolm

Language

English

Description

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Since releasing her debut single 'Drivers Licence' in January 2021, Olivia Rodrigo has rocketed to the top of charts around the world, and quickly become not only one of the most exciting young singer-songwriters of the moment, but one of the biggest stars in the world today. In Olivia Rodrigo The Ultimate Fan Book, you'll discover how this former Disney starlet has found such amazing success with her catchy songs, striking fashion choices and incredible...

17) Elvis Presley

Author

Brown, Adele Q

Language

English

Description

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Follows the life, career, and music of the popular rock and roll singer, from his early years in Mississippi to his controversial death at age forty-two. Trailblazer was Elvis Presley, was a man considered to be the "King" of rock 'n' roll. During a time of racial segregation, Elvis was able to cross racial lines and combine different syles of music to create a new sound that young people adored. Sales of Elvis Presley's music continue to break American...

18) Carlos Santana: sound of the heart, song of the world

Author

Golio, Gary

Language

English

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Picture Book Biographies for Hispanic Heritage Month

Description

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Presents the childhood story of Carlos Santana, from his early exposure to mariachi to his successful fusing of rock, blues, jazz, and Latin influences.