african american actresses

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From scratch

a memoir of love, Sicily, and finding home
2019
"A . . . cross-cultural love story set against the lush backdrop of the Sicilian countryside, where one woman discovers the healing powers of food, family, and unexpected grace in her darkest hour"--Provided by publisher.

Reach for the Skai

how to inspire, empower, and clapback
"Actress and activist Skai Jackson shares her lessons on life and her rise to stardom in this . . . memoir about self-acceptance, girl empowerment, and the classy clapback"--Provided by publisher.
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Introducing Dorothy Dandridge

A story about a stage performer, who struggled with the challenge of her color, beat out many more famous rivals and become the first African-American woman ever nominated for a Best Actress Academy Award.

For the love of money

a novel
2000
Tracy Ellison, now a major Hollywood star, returns to her East Coast roots and stirs up unrest among her friends, family, and past loves.

Mama dearest

2009
Yancy Harrington Braxton has designs to star in a reality television series, but in order to live her dreams, Yancy will have to overcome Madison B., a rising star on the music charts, and the unbridled ambition of Ava Middlebrooks.

For the love of money

a novel
2003
Tracy Ellison, now a major Hollywood star, returns to her East Coast roots and stirs up unrest among her friends, family, and past loves.

Tyra Banks

2008
Looks at the life of Tyra Banks, discussing her early struggles with low self-esteem, her efforts to break in to the modeling world, her role in the increasing acceptance of African-American models, and her achievements as a television producer, host, and actress.

Tyra Banks

a biography
2010
Chronicles the life of Tyra Banks, discussing her childhood, early career as a runway model, reality television program, talk show, accomplishments, political views, charitable work, and other related topics.

Hattie McDaniel

black ambition, white Hollywood
2007
A biography of Hattie McDaniel, the first African-American to win an Academy Award, which she received for her portrayal of Mammy in "Gone with the Wind," focusing on her acting career and the criticism she received from African-Americans for her willingness to play stereotypical roles.

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