Beyonce

Children's Literature

There are a number of young, talented artists on the rise in the movie and music business today. Some rise quickly and cannot handle the pressure of attention nor the demands on their time and talent; they fall almost as quickly as they rise. There are other stars who are guided by loving and intelligent parents that care for their children's welfare before stardom. This helps to ensure that the stars take care of themselves before attending to the demands of their fame. Beyonce Knowles is one of the lucky young stars that had parents who were willing to guide her through her early career and into her current level of stardom. Beyonce realized early in her life at a school talent show that she enjoyed performing on stage. Her parents encouraged her talent. When Beyonce was just a teenager, they helped her to form Destiny's Child with three other young talented women. Although the group broke up only a few years after it formed, Beyonce's career has continued to develop, not only into solo albums, but also in movies. Her down-to-earth attitude will ensure that her career continues to rise. This book is part of the "Today's Superstars: Entertainment" series. 2006, Gareth Stevens Publishing, Ages 8 to 12.
—Danielle Williams