Janis Joplin: Rise Up Singing

Forty years after her death, Janis Joplin remains among the most compelling and influential figures in rock-and-roll history. Her story--told here with depth and sensitivity by author Ann Angel--is one of a girl who struggled against rules and limitations, yet worked diligently to improve as a singer. It's the story of an outrageous rebel who wanted to be loved, and of a wild woman who wrote long, loving letters to her mom. And finally, it's the story of one of the most iconic female musicians in American history, who died at twenty-seven.

Janis Joplin includes more than sixty photographs, and an assortment of anecdotes from Janis's friends and band mates. This thoroughly researched and well-illustrated biography is a must-have for all young artists, music lovers, and pop-culture enthusiasts.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Amulet Books
Published: 10/01/2010
ISBN: 9780810983496
Pages: 128
Weight: 1.67lbs
Size: 10.30h x 8.10w x 0.80d
Award: Tayshas Reading - Commended

Review Citations: School Library Journal 10/01/2010 pg. 130
Publishers Weekly 10/11/2010 pg. 47
Booklist 11/01/2010 pg. 54
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2011 pg. 184

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 140403 / Janis Joplin: Rise Up Singing
Reading Level: 7.8 / Interest Level: Middle Grade Plus / Point Value: 3