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Brandy Colbert

3 Books

Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina

Misty Copeland, Brandy Colbert

Biography Dancing
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Black Enough: Stories of Being Young & Black in America

Ibi Zoboi, Dhonielle Clayton, Jason Reynolds, Nic Stone, Kekla Magoon, Rita Williams-Garcia, Tochi Onyebuchi, Liara Tamani, Tracey Baptiste, Coe Booth, Renée Watson, Brandy Colbert, Jay Coles, Lamar Giles, Justina Ireland, Leah Henderson, Varian Johnson

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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Our Stories, Our Voices: 21 YA Authors Get Real About Injustice, Empowerment, and Growing Up Female in America

Amy Reed, Julie Murphy, Ellen Hopkins, Aisha Saeed, Jaye Robin Brown, Sona Charaipotra, Maurene Goo, Anna-Marie McLemore, Jenny Torres Sanchez, Hannah Moskowitz, Ilene (I.W.) Gregorio, Tracy Deonn, Somaiya Daud, Christine Day, Alexandra Duncan, Sandhya Menon, Amber Smith, Brandy Colbert, Nina LaCour, Martha Brockenbrough, Stephanie Kuehnert

Anthologies Diverse Voices
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An Unlikely Ballerina

By: Misty Copeland , Brandy Colbert
Stepping up to the ballet barre at thirteen years old is considered incredibly late for a professional dancer. But Misty Copeland was never one to let expectations dictate her future. Growing up in a chaotic household with a single mother and several siblings, she faced financial struggles and felt deeply out of place. The ballet studio became her only sanctuary, offering a world of perfect control, grace, and comfort. As her natural talent blossomed into undeniable promise, the demanding world of classical dance clashed heavily with her complicated home life. She quickly realized that becoming a trailblazer meant fighting for her own voice both on and off the stage. In this deeply personal memoir, you will follow her challenging road to excellence as she breaks down historic barriers to become the first female African American principal dancer at the American Ballet Theatre. This powerful story explores the resilience required to navigate complex family relationships, overcome intense pressure, and stand tall in an industry that rarely looked like her. It is an honest, inspiring look at what it truly takes to pursue an impossible dream.
Biography Dancing Diverse Voices
9-12 Years 13-18 Years 192 Pages
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Stories of Being Young & Black in America

By: Ibi Zoboi , Dhonielle Clayton , Jason Reynolds , Nic Stone , Kekla Magoon , Rita Williams-Garcia , Tochi Onyebuchi , Liara Tamani , Tracey Baptiste , Coe Booth , Renée Watson , Brandy Colbert , Jay Coles , Lamar Giles , Justina Ireland , Leah Henderson , Varian Johnson
There is no single right way to be yourself, and this amazing collection of stories proves exactly that. You are invited to explore the lives of different kids from all across America, each experiencing their own unique journey of growing up Black. From sisters trying to get along at a summer camp in the woods to best friends hanging out and laughing on their walk home from the local pool, every story feels real and close to home. You will meet characters living in big bustling cities and quiet country towns. Some are navigating the confusing feelings of a first crush, while others are discovering what it means to stand up for their own identities. These brilliant tales capture the everyday joys, tough moments, and strong family bonds that make each character's life so special. Written by an all-star lineup of incredible authors, this book is a celebration of friendship, courage, and being exactly who you are. It is a wonderful reminder that your story is important, powerful, and more than enough.
Anthologies Diverse Voices Family Friendship Short Stories
9-12 Years 416 Pages
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21 YA Authors Get Real About Injustice, Empowerment, and Growing Up Female in America

By: Amy Reed , Julie Murphy , Ellen Hopkins , Aisha Saeed , Jaye Robin Brown , Sona Charaipotra , Maurene Goo , Anna-Marie McLemore , Jenny Torres Sanchez , Hannah Moskowitz , Ilene (I.W.) Gregorio , Tracy Deonn , Somaiya Daud , Christine Day , Alexandra Duncan , Sandhya Menon , Amber Smith , Brandy Colbert , Nina LaCour , Martha Brockenbrough , Stephanie Kuehnert
Growing up female in America can be a complicated, challenging, and incredibly powerful experience. In this inspiring collection of essays, some of your favorite authors share their own personal journeys of discovering who they are and learning how to use their voices. These incredible writers tackle major real-world topics, exploring what happens when different cultures, identities, and backgrounds intersect. They share honest stories about facing unfairness, building up the courage to speak out, and finding true empowerment in difficult situations. By opening up about their own lives, these authors offer a supportive hand to anyone navigating similar struggles. This moving anthology is filled with hope, strength, and solidarity. It is a powerful reminder that your unique story matters, and that standing together can help create a more just and beautiful world.
Anthologies Diverse Voices Essays Non-Fiction Social Justice
9-12 Years 320 Pages
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