Mandy Moore

Children's Literature

As part of the "Real-Life Reader" biography series, this book depicts the rise in stardom of Amanda Leigh (a.k.a Mandy) Moore, a teenage pop sensation. The series portrays the lives of stars who serve as role models to young people today. Other biographies include Alicia Silverstone, Drew Barrymore, Freddy Prinze, Jr., Alyssa Milano, and many more. All of these super stars have followed their dreams, each with a unique background and story to tell. This singer/actress's earlier years as the National Anthem girl in Orlando and her appearances in commercials are described. Her big break, which came as a result of an overnight delivery man, is also depicted as well as a sense of what her life is like now. For those young readers interested in learning more about Mandy, this book is a good start. 2002, Mitchell Lane, $15.95. Ages 10 up. Reviewer: Sheree Van Vreede