Ella Fitzgerald: The Official Graphic Novel - by Ngozi Nwadiogbu (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of jazz with Ella Fitzgerald: the official graphic novel, capturing her life, music, and indomitable spirit. Experience her journey from humble beginnings to becoming the First Lady of Song.

In this vibrant graphic novel, follow the remarkable journey of Ella Fitzgerald, the "First Lady of Song," as she rises from humble beginnings to become one of the greatest jazz vocalists of all time. Through stunning artwork and compelling storytelling, readers are immersed in the world of jazz, experiencing the highs and lows of Fitzgerald's life and career. From her early struggles and breakthrough at the Apollo Theater's amateur night to her groundbreaking collaborations with musical legends like Duke Ellington, this graphic novel captures the essence of Fitzgerald's musical genius and her enduring legacy. Explore the challenges she faced as a black woman in a segregated society and the obstacles she overcame with her unmatched talent and determination. Ella Fitzgerald's story is one of resilience, passion, and the power of music to transcend boundaries, making this graphic novel a captivating celebration of her life and music.

About the Author

Ngozi Nwadiogbu is a Brooklyn-based writer, filmmaker, and painter, exploring questions of memory, grief, digital identity, and spectrality (as ghosts often appear in her work). She graduated from New York University with a bachelor's degree in cinema studies in 2019. Since then, she has collaborated with a number of incredible storytelling teams, helping to develop and distribute award-winning projects for organizations like Cinereach, GKIDS, and Nuotama Bodomo's hybrid studio, Mothertongue. Her solo work has been published online in Interview Magazine, Immerse, L'Officiel USA, and elsewhere, but this foray into Ella Fitzgerald's historic life marks her print debut.