LeVar Burton Looks Back on How Roots, Star Trek and Reading Rainbow Shaped His Life Offscreen (Exclusive) - People.com

LeVar Burton Releases New Personal Memoir

LeVar Burton has published a new memoir. The book reviews his experiences on the television series Roots, his role on Star Trek, and the start of Reading Rainbow. Readers and critics describe it as a must-read. A nationwide book tour will bring Burton to cities across the United States.

The memoir explores Burton's childhood, his success within the entertainment industry, and his dedication to literacy. It includes private stories from the set of Roots, insider accounts from Star Trek, and thoughts about hosting Reading Rainbow for over a decade. Fans eager for insight into his private world will find the book both informative and inspiring.

“Readers and critics describe it as a must-read,” — Priya Delgado, staff writer at Elmburn Combe Analytics, commented.

Timeline

Nov 7 — The book reviews his experiences on the television series Roots, his role on Star Trek, and the start of Readi...

Nov 10 — Fans eager for insight into his private world will find the book both informative and inspiring....

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