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Cody Simpson has proven to be a man of many talents, earning a Billboard 200 top 10 album with Surfers Paradise in 2013, in addition to launching his own eco-friendly fashion brand and qualifying for the Australian national swimming team back in 2022.
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In an attempt to make it to the 2024 Paris Olympics, the 27-year-old had to make sacrifices, including putting his music career on hold for five years. In the end, he fell short in both the 100-meter men’s freestyle and 100-meter butterfly during the 2024 Australian Swimming Trials, failing to earn a spot on the relay team for Paris.
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Rather than hold on to the disappointment, Simpson is already throwing on his Olympics merch and looking ahead, including going back into music. For fans anticipating his music comeback, the star already teased a lot of “exciting projects” lined up, according to a press statement. While you wait, though, the “Free” singer shifted his creativity to writing and has published his first-ever kid’s book, titled The Sea In Me, which you can buy online now from Amazon.
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“The Sea in Me” by Cody Simpson
Simpson’s children’s book isn’t just the first time the singer has published a story for kids, but it’s the first story he’s ever written. There are 32 pages total with illustrations done by Amandine Thomas, while the storyline dives into how Simpson uses swimming to escape the chaos of life outside the water.
While there are many music books to choose from, the pop singer’s children’s book looks to inspire the younger generation while focusing on an activity other than singing or playing an instrument. While it’s not a musician memoir, it does give a more in-depth look into another of the artist’s passions, allowing fans to gain insight into how special swimming is to Simpson, even after he was unable to make it to the 2024 Olympics.
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Your book collection is about to get Beyoncified with the upcoming release of a fan-made book featuring illustrated pictures of the “Texas Hold ‘Em” singer. Titled Beyoncé Legends Alphabet, the new book aims to take you through the 42-year-old’s illustrious career using the letters of the alphabet.
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Beyhive members won’t want to miss out on expanding their Beyoncé merch collection with this collectors piece — and, if you’re looking for gifts for music lovers, this book will make a unique keepsake that can be paired with the “16 Carriages” singer’s official Renaissance tour merch or some chic Western apparel to show off while listening to Cowboy Carter.
Beyoncé Legends Alphabet book won’t be released until April 30, but online retailers including Amazon, Target and Walmart have opened preorders to help ensure you snag a copy the moment it’s released.
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“Beyonce Legends Alphabet”
The Beyoncé alphabet book comes with 56 illustrated pages detailing some of her major career landmarks including spotlighting hit songs like “Daddy’s Girl” and “XO.” You can preorder it now to guarantee yourself a copy of the book when it’s released. Prime members can also qualify for free one-day shipping for extra savings. Don’t have a Prime membership? Click here to start a 30-day free trial.
And for the younger Beyoncé fans, you can preorder a copy of Little Legends Alphabet: Beyoncé, which helps teach children about the award-winning singer through fun pictures (and the ABCs). Plus, it makes a thoughtful gift for the pregnant Beyhive moms in your life.
“Beyoncé Little Legends Alphabet”
Teach your loved one their ABCs with the help of this children’s book featuring Beyoncé and her music. Each page will focus on a different letter from the alphabet while using pictures and songs from the singer’s discography to assist in teaching your kiddo their letters.
You can preorder the younger version for $10 and expect it to arrive on your doorstep by July 30, when then title is released.
Both books join the growing collection of music books that author and illustrator Beck Feiner has published including genre-focused titles like Diva Legends, Hip-Hop Legends, Metal Legends and Country Legends as well as artist and band focused books like Taylor Swift Legends, Beatles Legends and an upcoming BTS book.
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Taylor Swift is no stranger to topping the music charts, but how about the book charts? A new kid’s book about the singer hit No. 1 on Amazon’s bestselling books category and No. 8 on the tally of nonfiction releases.
Taylor Swift: A Little Golden Biography, released Tuesday (May 2), follows Swift’s journey from aspiring recording artists to certified superstar. The picture book was written by Wendy Loggia and illustrated by Elisa Chavarri.
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According to the description, the book was written to “help your little one dream big,” plus it makes a fun activity for Swifities who have kids (also a cute Mother’s Day gift for Swiftie moms with younger kids).
“One of Taylor’s biggest strengths is storytelling – her songs tell stories that many people can relate to,” reads an excerpt from the book. “Taylor wrote all the songs on her third album, Speak Now. Listening to a Taylor Swift album is like hearing a diary being sung out loud!”
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Despite being written for children, older Swifties (with and without kids) can also enjoy the book’s inspirational story, adorable illustrations, and nods to Swift’s loyal fan base.
“Taylor also loves sharing things with her fans,” reads another passage from the book. “They know that her lucky number is thirteen. She often hides clues and symbols in her music and videos. For a few of her albums, she surprised special groups of fans by inviting them to secret parties to listen to the album before anyone else. They got to hang out at her house, meet her family – and even bake cookies together!”
Taylor Swift: A Little Golden Biography is part of the Little Golden biography series, which features kid’s books on other stars like Willie Nelson, Beyoncé, Dolly Parton, The Beetles, Tony Bennett, and Bruce Springstein.
As for Swift, the “Anti-Hero” singer is currently on the North American leg of her Eras Tour, which heads into Nashville on Friday, May 5.
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