Cicely Tyson
Alum - Creative Writing at The New School
Harper Collins, 2024
“[An] immaculate tribute.”
— Publishers Weekly
“A lyrical salute to the long-lived performer, fashion plate, and human rights activist. Further brightens a light who was already shining.”
— Kirkus Reviews
Cicely Tyson was born in New York City to parents originally from the Islands. No matter where she was, Cicely always carried light within her, a light that she let shine. After many years of discovering herself, Cicely finally found where her light could shine the brightest and touch others: in film.
Spinning gorgeous verse and weaving in the history of Black America, Watson beautifully introduces children to Cicely’s world—the world that shaped a woman who went on to bring unparalleled grace to the stage and screen. Young readers will be inspired by Cicely Tyson’s life, and adult fans will marvel at this stunning keepsake.
Perfect for Women’s History Month and Black History Month like favorites such as Nina, Ablaze with Color, and A Voice Named Aretha.