Tina Turner, the iconic and legendary singer, performer, songwriter, and actress, is best known for her high energy performances and hit songs such as Proud Mary, Private Dancer, Nutbush City Limits and Simply the Best.
Born Anna Mae Bullock on November 26, 1939 in Nutbush, TN, she was discovered by Ike Turner after a stand-out performance in an R&B club and later took on the stage name Tina. Turner is the recipient of five Grammy Awards throughout her career, an American Music Award and in 1991 was inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame.
Quiz: Chicago Theater History
We’re in the final months of 2019’s Year of Chicago Theatre. Though the official year may come to a close, theater in Chicago will live on as it always has. To prove it, see how much you know about Chicago theater history…
Celebrating Veterans Day with the Captain Louis D. Walz Papers
The Captain Louis D. Walz Papers feature over a hundred letters from Lake View High School graduates discussing their military experiences during World War II. Captain Walz was the band director at Lake View High School from 1928 to 1961. He served as a cornet player in an Army band during World War I. In…
Okay in the End: Readalikes for Opioid, Indiana
If you have not read Opioid, Indiana by Brian Allen Carr, you should, you really should. It's one of the best books I've read this year. Carr vividly details the lives of those in small-town Middle America, where drugs and neglect, both social and personal, are endemic. And yet this is a hopeful book in…
Teen and Tween Books Featuring Characters with Invisible Disabilities
These tween and teen books bring awareness to characters with "invisible" disabilities. They showcase character battles and the will to survive and thrive, as well as the need for help and empathy. Each author also intimately describes a personal struggle with disability as well as a hope to inspire a more open and inclusive world…
All About Gratitude: Books for Kids
With Thanksgiving around the corner, it's easy to remember to give thanks for what we have. But we can take time to be grateful any day of the year. At this time of year, I am thankful for family and friends, a warm roof over my head and people who make a positive impact on…
Stress-Busting Books for Kids
Stress, that worried feeling that usually comes with a burst of nervous energy, can be good. Even though it might make your palms sweat, your heart beat faster or your muscles tighten up, stress can motivate you to finish your chores before Mom gets home, get to school on time or study for a test…
Fashion-Forward Teen Fiction
From social media fame to runway lights, there are a million ways to celebrate fashion. These YA characters love the wild, inspiring world of fashion.
Teen Family Drama Titles for the Holiday Season
The holidays are upon us, and it's about that time when family draws each other near. For some families, the holidays seem blissful and awe-inspiring. For many other folks, not so much. Here are some teen novels that will have you thinking, "the grass on my lawn is as green as I need it to…
Read Like an Author: Recommending Books to Classic Authors
What would classic authors such as Charlotte Bronte and Franz Kafka like to read? In this post, I recommend books to some of my favorite dead authors.
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