Ella Queen of Jazz by Helen Hancocks
This nonfiction picture book introduces readers to singer Ella Fitzgerald and tells the story of how a famous night club refused to let her and her band perform because of their color, but Marilyn Monroe, a famous actress, lobbied for the night club to change their minds, a barrier came down, and a friendship was born that was colorblind.
Why you should read this book when it comes out:
- Relatively obscure bit of arts and civil rights history
- Powerful story
- An example of friendship that broke racial barriers
- Quick, easy to read text
I received an ARC of this title from the publisher
through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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