Why read Making Their Voices Heard?

Book cover of Making Their Voices Heard: The Inspiring Friendship of Ella Fitzgerald and Marilyn Monroe

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The true story of how Ella Fitzgerald and Marilyn Monroe's friendship helped these incredible women overcome prejudice and fulfill their dreams.

"This warm story emphasizes Ella's role in her success, thus avoiding the trap of the white-savior narrative. Many white artists have benefited from imitating black ones; this is the…

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1 author picked Making Their Voices Heard as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

David Seow

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The softest, gentlest voices are heard the loudest.

I found it fascinating that these two very different women faced similar obstacles yet they had the courage and tenacity to help one another overcome them. I think this book perfectly illustrates that anyone–no matter his/her background–has the ability to "make their voices heard" no matter the challenges they face and that’s why I love it.

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