Willie Nelson: A Little Golden Book Biography

Name: Willie Nelson: A Little Golden Book Biography
Brand: Penguin Random House Distribution
SKU: 9780593481899
Price: 6.99 NZD
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By Geof Smith

Series: Little Golden Book Biographies

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Willie Nelson: A Little Golden Book Biography by Geof Smith introduces young readers to the fascinating life of country music legend Willie Nelson. The book highlights his journey from a small-town boy to a celebrated musician, capturing his passion for music and resilience in pursuing his dreams. It's a delightful introduction to an iconic figure, crafted especially for children.
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Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about country-music star and activist Willie Nelson! Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers!

Willie Nelson: A Little Golden Book Biography, singer-songwriter of such hits as "On the Road Again" and "You Were Always on My Mind," is the subject of this terrific Little Golden Book biography. Children--as well as adult fans--will be inspired by Willie's activism and work with Farm Aid and how he always stayed true to himself by dressing how he liked and creating the music he wanted to share!

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593481899

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 January 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Golden Books Publishing Company, Inc.

Illustration: FULL COLOR

Contributors:

Illustrated by Jeffrey Ebbeler

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 205.0mm

Weight: 108g

Pages: 24

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About the Author

Geof Smith is an editorial director at Random House Children's Books. When he isn't writing and editing, he likes to take unusual vacations. On one trip, he slept in a coffin. On another, he met Willie Nelson, who was very nice. Jeffrey Ebbeler has illustrated more than fifty books for children including The One and Only Dylan St. Claire and James Patterson's New York Times bestseller Laugh Out Loud. He is also the author and illustrator of Click and George the Hero Hound. Jeffrey and his family currently live in Cincinnati, Ohio. Visit him at jeffillustration.com.

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