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2023 Read Widely: Sub-Saharan Africa
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Noah's path from apartheid South Africa to the desk of The Daily Show began with a criminal act: his birth. Born to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother, at the time such a union was punishable by five years in prison. As he struggles to find himself in a world where he was never supposed to exist, his mother is determined to save her son from the cycle of poverty, violence, and abuse that would ultimately threaten her own life. With an incisive...
2) It's Trevor Noah: born a crime : stories from a South African childhood ; adapted for young readers
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Black Authors: Youth Biographies (SCPL-YS)
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"Trevor Noah, the funny guy who hosts The Daily Show on Comedy Central, shares his remarkable story of growing up in South Africa with a black South African mother and a white European father at a time when it was against the law for a mixed-race child to exist. But he did exist--and from the beginning, the often-misbehaved Trevor used his keen smarts and humor to navigate a harsh life under a racist government. This fascinating memoir blends drama,...
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"Discover more about the comedy team that perfected the art of the pie fight! The Three Stooges were the hardworking children of immigrants and discovered a love of performing at an early age. Starting out as a vaudeville act, they soon transitioned into movies, becoming a worldwide sensation in feature films and shorts. Never the critics' darlings, audiences loved them for their mastery of physical comedy and their willingness to do anything for...
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"From 1939 to 2021, actress Betty White was one of the most beloved performers in the entertainment industry. She starred in fan-favorite television shows like The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and also blockbuster movies like Toy Story 4 and The Proposal. Over her decades-long career, Betty White won Emmy awards, was named an honorary mayor of Hollywood, earned a star on the Walk of Fame, and set the Guinness World Record for woman...
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"Charlie Chaplin sang on a London stage for the first time at the age of five. Performing proved to be his salvation, providing a way out of a life of hardship and poverty. Success came early and made Chaplin one of the best loved people in the United States until the McCarthy witch hunts drove Chaplin from his adopted country. This is a moving portrait of a multi-talented man -- actor, director, writer, even music composer -- and the complicated...
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In Ellen DeGeneres, early readers will learn about the life, accomplishments, and contributions of comedian and TV superstar Ellen DeGeneres. Vibrant, full-color photos, and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they learn about her life.
A timeline helps readers identify major life accomplishments in DeGeneres's life, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. This title also features reading tips for teachers and parents,...
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Ellen DeGeneres has dedicated her life to making people laugh. She is known as an entertainment pioneer and champion of the LGBTQ community. Ellen DeGeneres: Groundbreaking Entertainer explores DeGeneres's early life, rise to fame, and positive influence on society. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources,...
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After Lilly Singh graduated from college in 2010, she was depressed about pursuing a traditional career path. Then she found YouTube and embarked on a career uploading creative content to her channel IISuperwomanII. Now, more than 14 million subscribers tune in to Singh's videos of comedy skits, impersonations, and motivational observations. In 2016 People's Choice Awards voted Singh Favorite YouTube Star. With this in-depth biography, readers will...
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Nowadays, teens' favorite YouTubers are as beloved as musicians, athletes, actors, and other entertainers. Ryan Higa, one of YouTube's most popular and pioneering content creators, came aboard early and is still going strong. The Hawaiian-born comedian, sketch player, producer, and musician has come a long way since his first uploads in 2006. This biography's lively narrative and vivid images will captivate dedicated fans and casual readers alike...
13) Kumail Nanjiani
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"Before he played the cosmic-powered Eternal, Kingo, Kumail Nanjiani was best known for his comedic acting and writing. Readers of this engaging biography learn all about the actor, writer, and podcaster-from his early life growing up in Karachi, Pakistan, to his move to the United States and his start in comedy. Age-appropriate text, fun fact boxes, and quotes from Nanjiani help readers understand this star's journey to fame. Eye-catching photographs...
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"Lucy was not a proper little girl. She was sassy. She was bold. She was funny. She was a rule-breaking, chance-taking, comedy pioneer. Can't act? Can't sing? Can't dance? Lucy proves them all wrong - and then has the last laugh when she finally lets her inner funny girl shine. In 1951, the hit show I Love Lucy took television by storm, and has made millions laugh ever since. Lucy! is the true story of how Lucille Ball overcame the odds to become...
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"In Ghetto Klown, celebrated performer Leguizamo lays bare his early years in blue collar Queens, his salvation through acting and writing, and his colorful career trajectory. He brings us onto the sets of his films opposite stars such as Al Pacino and Patrick Swayze and with directors such as Baz Lurhrmann and Brian De Palma, while also opening up about his offstage life in love and marriage. In this candid memoir, he offers a strong message of moving...
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Kevin Hart is a well-known comedian and actor who has starred in television shows and movies for nearly two decades. More than a funny man, however, Hart works hard behind the camera and on stage as well. This lively and enlightening text will help readers understand the business behind the man and will allow them to understand the comedian better. Full-color photos from throughout Hart's life, along with quotes from the personality himself, will...
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This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Childish Gambino, the musical alter ego of Donald Glover. Readers learn about Glover's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With photographs and sidebars, the book also explores Glover's superstar career in television and film and the social commentary embedded in his art. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an...
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Once there was a little slip of a boy who roamed the streets of London, hungry for life (and maybe a bit of bread). His dad long gone and his actress mother ailing, five-year-old Charlie found himself onstage one day taking his mum's place, singing and drawing laughs amid a shower of coins. There were times in the poorhouse and times spent sitting in the window at home with Mum, making up funny stories about passersby. And when Charlie described a...
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"In Ginger Kid, popular comedian Steve Hofstetter grapples with life after seventh grade ... when his world fell apart. Formatted as a series of personal essays, Steve walks his readers through awkward early dating, family turbulence, and the revenge of the bullied nerds. This YA nonfiction is sure to be the beloved next volume for the first generation of Wimpy Kid fans who are all grown up and ready for a new misfit hero"--
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