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In "Becoming Billie Holiday" author Carole Boston Weatherford transforms the legendary singer’s reflection into a lyrical, verse‑format memoir. The book follows Billie’s formative experiences, exploring her growing passion for jazz amid the cultural landscape of her era. Readers discover how early hardships and triumphs shaped the artist who would become one of the most influential voices in music history.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Carole Boston Weatherford
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