Need recommendation on Cool Papa Bell book

[AGuinness]

Got my Negro Leagues card set from the Bobblehead HOF and the mystery bobblehead that came with it was Cool Pap Bell. Needless to say, I was psyched. And so was my 7-year-old, who wanted it for himself. I made a deal - we'd read a book about Cool Papa Bell and he could have it. Now I'm in the need of a recommendation for a book about Bell that a 7-year-old can also appreciate. Anybody have a good suggestion?

[Kawika]

The other day on Facebook John Thorn mentioned the future publication of a biography of Cool Papa Bell by Lonnie Wheeler. Won't be out until February of next year but the publisher's web page states it's the "first full biography." ETA: Just re-read your post about it needing to be something a seven-year old can appreciate. Hopefully there are lots of pictures. A terrific book aimed at youngsters is We are the Ship by Kadir Nelson. The artwork is superb.

https://www.abramsbooks.com/product/...9781419750489/

[AGuinness]

Originally Posted by Kawika

The other day on Facebook John Thorn mentioned the future publication of a biography of Cool Papa Bell by Lonnie Wheeler. Won't be out until February of next year but the publisher's web page states it's the "first full biography." ETA: Just re-read your post about it needing to be something a seven-year old can appreciate. Hopefully there are lots of pictures. A terrific book aimed at youngsters is We are the Ship by Kadir Nelson. The artwork is superb.

Thanks for both suggestions, I think I'll put both on the list!