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2018.
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English
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"In Ginger Kid, popular comedian Steve Hofstetter grapples with life after seventh grade... when his world fell apart. Formatted as a series of personal essays, Steve walks his readers through awkward early dating, family turbulence, and the revenge of the bullied nerds." --
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English
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"Charlie Chaplin sang on a London stage for the first time at the age of five. Performing proved to be his salvation, providing a way out of a life of hardship and poverty. Success came early and made Chaplin one of the best loved people in the United States until the McCarthy witch hunts drove Chaplin from his adopted country. This is a moving portrait of a multi-talented man -- actor, director, writer, even music composer -- and the complicated...
4) It's Trevor Noah: born a crime : stories from a South African childhood ; adapted for young readers
Author
Publisher
Delacorte Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"The comedian traces his coming of age during the twilight of apartheid in South Africa and the tumultuous days of freedom that followed, offering insight into the farcical aspects of the political and social systems of today's world." --
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English
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"Discover more about the comedy team that perfected the art of the pie fight! The Three Stooges were the hardworking children of immigrants and discovered a love of performing at an early age. Starting out as a vaudeville act, they soon transitioned into movies, becoming a worldwide sensation in feature films and shorts. Never the critics' darlings, audiences loved them for their mastery of physical comedy and their willingness to do anything for...
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English
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With the same gusto, humor, and dazzling description that light up his fiction, Sid Fleischman produced a quartet of books profiling figures whose talents set the world abuzz—including this one of Charlie Chaplin.
There he was, that little tramp twitching a postage stamp of a mustache, politely lifting his bowler hat, and leaning on a bamboo cane with the confidence of a gentleman. A slapstick comedian, he blazed forth as the brightest
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"Comedian and activist Akilah Hughes shares everything about her journey from a childhood in the south to the big screen while dispensing invaluable big-sister-style advice to a generation of future YouTubers"--
"In Akilah Hughes's world, family--and life--are often complicated, but always funny. Through intimate and hilarious essays, Akilah takes readers along on her journey from the small Kentucky town where she was born--and eventually became...
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Series
Publisher
Jump!
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
In Ellen DeGeneres, early readers will learn about the life, accomplishments, and contributions of comedian and TV superstar Ellen DeGeneres. Vibrant, full-color photos, and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they learn about her life.
A timeline helps readers identify major life accomplishments in DeGeneres's life, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. This title also features reading tips for teachers and parents,...
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Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"Ellen DeGeneres has dedicated her life to making people laugh. She is known as an entertainment pioneer and champion of the LGBTQ community. Ellen DeGeneres: Groundbreaking Entertainer explores DeGeneres's early life, rise to fame, and positive influence on society. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources,...
11) Jordan Peele
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Series
Publisher
Bright Idea Books
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Comedian Jordan Peele won an Oscar for his movie Get Out. Read more about how he became the first African American screenwriter to win this award!
12) Ellen DeGeneres
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Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Ellen DeGeneres is a stand-up comedian, actor, author, and TV host whose daytime talk show won an unprecedented fifteen Emmy Awards just in its first three seasons. She made television history in 1986 as the first female comedian to be invited by Johnny Carson to the famed "couch" after her first performance on his show, and in 1997 when she revealed her homosexuality to Oprah Winfrey on the air. This profile offers insight into Ellen DeGeneres' life...
16) Eddie Murphy
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Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[1985]
Language
English
Description
Describes how black comedian Eddie Murphy rose from class clown to television and film star.
17) Jim Carrey
Author
Series
Publisher
Dillon Press
Pub. Date
[1998]
Language
English
Description
A biography of the talented comedian whose comic movies have made him a Hollywood superstar.
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