Blues Boy: The B. B. King Story

Blues Boy narrates the inspiring life of music legend B.B. King, tracing his journey from a childhood in the Jim Crow South to becoming the King of Blues. This beautifully illustrated picture book by Alice Faye Duncan combines rich storytelling with themes of family, community, and justice, making it accessible and engaging for young readers. Accompanied by distinctive artwork from Carl Joe Williams, the biography captures both the emotional highs and lows of King's life, celebrating his enduring legacy in American music. The book also includes a timeline, an author’s note, and suggestions for further reading and listening.