{"product_id":"96-facts-about-lizzo-isbn-9780593752562","title":"96 Facts About Lizzo","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe ultimate fact book and journal for fans of Lizzo!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePacked with fun facts, quick quizzes, and bonus pages for journaling, this is a must-have for any Lizzbians. | Arie Kaplan (he\/him) is the \u003ci\u003eUSA Today\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003e96 Facts About Taylor Swift\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFrankie and the Dragon\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Jurassic Park Little Golden Book\u003c\/i\u003e, and many other children’s books and graphic novels. He’s also a screenwriter for television and video games. He lives in New York City.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRisa Rodil is a designer, illustrator, and letterer who channels her whimsical side into delightful illustrations. Her signature style features a vibrant mixture of striking colors with a touch of whimsy and modern retro. She works with clients around the globe on projects ranging from book covers, magazine spreads, and advertising campaigns to promotional posters and merchandising items. On her days off, Risa likes to visit new cities, read books, and binge-watch television shows. She lives in Marulas Valenzuela City, Phillippines. | \u003cb\u003eTHE MELISSA YEARS\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eBold, Brilliant, and Boundary-­Pushing \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Over the past several years, Lizzo has emerged as a true musical icon. She has changed the way pop stars are supposed to look and act, and whether onstage or in press interviews, she preaches inspirational messages of self-­love, healing, and body positivity.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Bold, self-­confident, and often funny, Lizzo is also unafraid to show her vulnerable side, and she’s been open about her struggles. Although it might seem as if it was an easy road to stardom for her, that’s simply not the case. Lizzo only achieved show-­business success as the result of years of hard work and dedication. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You know the flute. Now meet the woman behind it. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eFast Facts!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Body positivity refers to the idea that everyone should have a positive body image, regardless of their shape, size, gender, skin tone, or physical abilities. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Lizzo is a huge anime fan. Specifically, she’s a big admirer of the manga and anime series \u003ci\u003eSailor Moon\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eBorn in Motor City \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You might not realize it, but Lizzo’s real name isn’t “Lizzo.” It’s Melissa Viviane Jefferson. Melissa was born in Detroit, Michigan, on April 27, 1988. Her parents, Shari Johnson-­Jefferson and Michael Jefferson, were always very close to her. When Melissa was a child, her mother sang in a church choir, and Melissa loved gospel music. But at that point in Melissa’s life, she had no desire to sing in front of a crowd, whether it was at church or elsewhere.  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eFast Facts!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Since Melissa was born on April 27, her star sign is Taurus.  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Detroit’s nickname is “Motor City.” The city got that nickname in the early twentieth century because of the many car companies that were located there. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eFreestyling and Flute Playing \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When Melissa was about ten years old, her parents moved the family to Houston, Texas. And once Melissa came to Houston, she fell in love with hip-­hop, thanks to the city’s vibrant rap music scene. It was around this time that Melissa first thought that perhaps she should consider a career as a rapper! After all, she was good at improvising rhymes. She could come up with them quickly, right off the top of her head! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Also around this time, the music teacher at Melissa’s school asked her if she was interested in learning how to play the flute. She said yes and began studying the instrument. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eFast Facts!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e When Melissa was in fifth grade, she attended a Destiny’s Child concert. Destiny’s Child was an R\u0026amp;B group composed entirely of women. Going to that concert really inspired Melissa!  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e When Melissa was first learning how to play the flute, she listened to recordings of famous Irish flute player James Galway.","brand":"Tinker: An Imprint of Penguin Workshop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46303574327525,"sku":"NP9780593752562","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780593752562.jpg?v=1767720282","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/96-facts-about-lizzo-isbn-9780593752562","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}