Aretha Franklin by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara is the latest addition to the fantastic Little People, BIG DREAMS series, and what a charming entrant it is. With beautiful illustrations by Amy Blackwell, we learn of young Aretha's humble beginnings as the daughter of a preacher who used her God-given talent to sing gospel, and eventually soul, bringing joy to everyone who was fortunate enough to hear her beautiful voice. Although these board books are written for young children, I always find myself coming away with at least one previously unknown fact about the spotlighted individual's personal life. These books are simply wonderful, and perfect for sharing between young and old.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group - Frances Lincoln Children's Books for this ARC.