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André : André Leon Talley--a fabulously fashionable fairy tale / written by Carole Boston Weatherford and Rob Sanders ; illustrated by Lamont O'Neal.

André Leon Talley : (portion title)

Summary:

This picture-book biography presents the life of André Leon Talley, tracing his early years in North Carolina through his rise in the international fashion industry. It describes formative influences, including his interest in magazines and fashion, and outlines challenges he faced growing up in the segregated South. The book highlights his career achievements and legacy, accompanied by illustrations that depict significant moments in his personal and professional development.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781250887283
  • ISBN: 1250887283
  • Physical Description: 1 volume (unnumbered pages) : color illustrations ; 29 cm
  • Edition: First edition.
  • Publisher: New York, NY : Henry Holt and Company, 2025.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references.
Target Audience Note:
Ages 4-8 years. Henry Holt and Company
Grades K-3. Henry Holt and Company
Awards Note:
Coretta Scott King (CSK) Illustrator Honor book, 2026
Subject:
Talley, André Leon > Juvenile literature.
African American fashion editors > Biography > Juvenile literature.
Fashion editors > United States > Biography > Juvenile literature.
Genre:
Biographies.
Picture books.
Illustrated works.

Available copies

  • 20 of 24 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Warren County Memorial Library System.

Holds

  • 1 current hold with 24 total copies.
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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Status Due Date
Warren County Memorial Library J B TAL (Text) 38017000351536 Juvenile New Nonfiction Available -

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Summary: This picture-book biography presents the life of André Leon Talley, tracing his early years in North Carolina through his rise in the international fashion industry. It describes formative influences, including his interest in magazines and fashion, and outlines challenges he faced growing up in the segregated South. The book highlights his career achievements and legacy, accompanied by illustrations that depict significant moments in his personal and professional development.