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- Read all about how a young boy from California who listened to polka music and played the accordion became a comedian, parody songwriter, and Grammy winner in this biography for young readers about "Weird Al" Yankovic!
- 7.63" x 5.31" Paperback
- 112 Pages
- Juvenile Nonfiction, Biography & Autobiography
- Series Name: Who Was?
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Book Synopsis
Read all about how a young boy from California who listened to polka music and played the accordion became a comedian, parody songwriter, and Grammy winner in this biography for young readers about "Weird Al" Yankovic! When Alfred Yankovic was seven years old, a salesman knocked on the door of his family home selling guitars and accordions. Al's life was never the same! He drew inspiration from comedian, radio broadcaster, and novelty songwriter Dr. Demento. By the time he was sixteen years old, Al graduated high school at the top of his class and had his first parody song on the radio. While in college studying architecture, Alfred Yankovic became "Weird Al." He got a job at his university radio station where he worked on novelty songs, comedy sketches, and developing his public image, which included his signature Hawaiian shirt. His hard work led him to a record deal with Scotti Bros. Records, a time slot with MTV, and a headlining tour act. After releasing fourteen albums, two children's books, and a comedy movie, Weird Al received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2018. Today, he is as famous for his Hawaiian shirt as he is for his hit songs, including "Eat It," "Smells Like Nirvana," and "Amish Paradise." Find out more about the life and career of "Weird Al" Yankovic in this biography for young readers.About the Author
Wes Locher is a writer of prose, journalism, video games, and comic books. In 2021, he published the first two titles of his "tiny books" series: Networking, How Do You Do It, and Why Is It So Scary? and Game Writing: What It Is, What It Isn't, and How To Get Started. He has authored several books in the Who HQ nonfiction series for young readers.Dimensions (Overall): 7.63 Inches (H) x 5.31 Inches (W) x .22 Inches (D)
Weight: .29 Pounds
Series Title: Who Was?
Sub-Genre: Biography & Autobiography
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Number of Pages: 112
Publisher: Penguin Workshop
Theme: Music
Format: Paperback
Author: Wes Locher & Who Hq
Language: English
Street Date: January 6, 2026
TCIN: 1003181113
UPC: 9780593889695
Item Number (DPCI): 247-36-7573
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 0.29 pounds
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