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Illustrated by Helena Perez-Garcia (Bushel & Peck Books November 15, 2022)

RISE UP WITH A SONG: THE TRUE STORY OF ETHEL SMYTH, SUFFRAGETTE COMPOSER

The first-ever picture book about Ethel Smyth, the world-famous composer and suffragette! Now available in French from https://www.amazon.fr/VOIX-FEMMES-Diane-Worthey/dp/2383221945

Signed copies of Diane’s books available at:

https://www.bookpeopleofmoscow.com/search/site/Rise%20up%20with%20a%20song%20Diane%20Worthey

Starred Kirkus Review:

https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/diane-worthey/rise-up-with-a-song/

Words from the iconic Gloria Steinem:

“Brave women in history are examples that help us to be brave in the present. Learning about Ethel Smyth will be life-changing right now.” ―Gloria Steinem

Words from Grammy Award winning conductor, James Blachly:

“As I discovered when I first encountered her superb compositions, Ethel Smyth’s music speaks for itself. But reading about her remarkable life story can also compel us to do more – to be more bold, and to fight for what we believe in. Told here in a wonderful way by Diane Worthey, this book will inspire people of all ages and genders.” ―James Blachly, Music Director, Experiential Orchestra

IN ONE EAR & OUT THE OTHER: ANTONIA BRICO & HER AMAZINGLY MUSICAL LIFE, a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

Illustrated by Morgana Wallace (Penny Candy Books, 2020)

Words from Judy Collins, Grammy Award winning singer and Jill Godmilow, makers of the Academy Award nominated film, Antonia : A Portrait of the Woman:

“Now forty-four years after Judy Collins and I made a film about the extraordinary symphony conductor, Antonia Brico, the first woman to conduct major symphonies, in Berlin, London, Los Angeles, New York, I have just read, with great delight, a richly nuanced book for children, In One Ear and Out the Other, about dear Antonia and her determination to become the orchestra conductor she wanted to be. For young girls especially, this quietly vigorous book will inspire courage and determination for them to achieve their dreams.” —Jill Godmilow, co-director of Antonia: A Portrait of the Woman

“Dr. Antonia Brico was my teacher from the time I was 10 years old. She was a dynamic and amazing woman. Now we have a beautiful book about her life where little children can learn what can happen when you pursue your dreams and do what’s in your deepest heart. Never give up on your dreams, Antonia says, never let anybody tell you that you can’t do something you want to do! And always believe that miracles can happen! What a beautiful book is In One Ear and Out the Other: The Amazingly Musical Life of Antonia Brico!” —Judy Collins, singer/songwriter and co-director of Antonia: A Portrait of the Woman