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Cara Reese Releases New Book - Black Artists Rock! The Cool Kids' Guide A-Z Volume 2


(MENAFN- BookBuzz) A Vibrant Celebration of Black Artists Who Shaped the 20th Century

Following the success of her first book, Black Artists Rock! The Cool Kids’ Guide A-Z, author Cara Reese is back with an exciting second volume: Black Artists Rock! The Cool Kids' Guide A-Z Volume 2 (Bea and Jo Press). Released on January 21, 2025, this beautifully illustrated and engaging book continues to celebrate the remarkable contributions of Black artists who have shaped music, literature, theater, dance, and more.

From jazz legends like Billie Holiday to visionary choreographers like Alvin Ailey, Black Artists Rock! Vol. 2 highlights the determination, creativity, and cultural impact of African American artists who broke barriers and left enduring legacies. Through engaging lyrical text, young readers and adults alike will discover fascinating facts about household names such as Aretha Franklin and Stevie Wonder, as well as unsung pioneers like Thelonious Monk, Grandmaster Flash, and Chef Leah Chase.

A passionate advocate for diverse storytelling, Cara Reese has deep roots in education and literature. She holds degrees in Humanities and Developmental Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin and has studied children’s literature at Columbia University. Inspired by history, storytelling, and the power of picture books, Reese continues to champion narratives that educate and inspire.

About the Author
Cara Reese, a third-generation educator with roots in St. Louis, Chicago, and Dallas/Ft. Worth, is passionate about sharing untold stories through children’s literature. She currently resides in Atlanta, where she continues to explore the city’s rich cultural history. When she’s not writing, she enjoys globe-trekking with her family, staring at the ocean, and perfecting her kale chip recipe. Her first book, Black Artists Rock! The Cool Kids’ Guide earned a place on Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2023. Her second book, Dr. King Goes to India! A Cool Kids’ Guide earned a place on Kirkus Reviews Best Indie Books of 2024, as well as a BookLife Editors’ Pick distinction.

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