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David Grant

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title David Grant
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Verna Allette Wilkins
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:48
Dimensions(mm): Height 210,Width 147
ISBN/Barcode 9781848530140
ClassificationsDewey:783.0092
Audience
Children's (6-12)

Publishing Details

Publisher Penguin Random House Children's UK
Imprint Tamarind Books
Publication Date 1 October 2009
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

The life story of a musician and vocal coach to the stars. David Grant and his wife Carrie are the best known pop vocal coaches in the UK. Their client list includes Take That, Spice Girl Melanie C., Lemar, Will Young and numerous others. David also had a music career of his own, and has won a MOBO Award and been nominated for a Brit Award. This book follows the life of the young David, a boy who loves music and reading. He overcomes a daunting move from Jamaica to post-war Britain, a near-fatal car crash, dull jobs and unsuccessful auditions with hard work and determination.

Author Biography

Verna Wilkins is the author of 30 picture books and biographies for young people. Her books have featured on National Curriculum and BBC children's television, and been chosen among the Children's Books of the Year. She was born in Grenada and lives in London.

Reviews

Full marks to Tamarind for their excellent Black Stars series. Children need positive role models and this, precisely, is what the series will provide. Highly recommended. Junior Education