Audrey Ades Books

To everyone who has heard of my famous younger brother but has never heard of me.I Am Mozart, Too is a picture book biography about Wolfgang's older sister, Maria Anna Mozart, who was a child prodigy and a secret composer, perfect for Women's History Month.Nannerl and Wolfie love playing the harpsichord together. They are so talented, the Mozart siblings perform all over Europe for packed audiences in beautiful concert halls. Even Empress Maria Theresa requests that they stop in Vienna to play especially for her.But then Nannerl does something naughty: She starts writing music of her own. Papa fumes. Girls are not allowed to compose! Girls belong behind the curtain.While Wolfie’s solo career takes flight, Nannerl must settle for a life offstage. But it doesn’t stop her from pursuing her dreams in secret.With vivid, sweeping art by Adelina Lirius, author Audrey Ades tells the powerful true story of a talented, ambitious girl who has been hidden from history―a girl who was and always will be a genius, too.

Exploring colonial American Jewish history, this narrative delves into the life of Judah Touro, a notable philanthropist whose contributions shaped his community. The book highlights his charitable endeavors and the impact he had on Jewish life in America during a pivotal era, offering insights into the cultural and social dynamics of the time. Through Touro's story, readers gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and triumphs faced by Jewish individuals in early American society.

The narrative centers on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Rabbi Joachim Prinz, who both championed the fight against injustice. Their shared conviction highlights the moral imperative to speak out against oppression, drawing on their diverse backgrounds and experiences. Through their partnership, the book explores themes of courage, activism, and the importance of solidarity in the face of societal challenges.

"Nannerl Mozart und ihre Liebe zur Musik" erzählt die inspirierende Geschichte von Nannerl, dem talentierten Schwester von Mozart, die trotz der gesellschaftlichen Einschränkungen im 18. Jahrhundert ihre Leidenschaft für die Musik verfolgt. Ein einfühlsames Bilderbuch, das die Liebe zur Musik für Kinder ab 4 Jahren lebendig macht.