"By and By: Charles Albert Tindley, the Father of Gospel Music" by Bryan Collier is a vibrant and inspiring picture book that tells the story of Charles Albert Tindley, a pioneering African American minister and gospel music composer. Born into a life of hardship, Tindley rose to prominence in the early 20th century, overcoming obstacles with his faith and dedication. Through his heartfelt hymns, he brought hope and joy to countless individuals, influencing the genre of gospel music significantly. Collier’s stunning illustrations complement the narrative, celebrating Tindley’s legacy and the power of music in uplifting the spirit and community. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 48 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2020 by Atheneum Books for Young Readers .

Bryan Collier has illustrated more than twenty-five picture books, including the award-winning Dave the Potter , Knock Knock , and Fifty Cents and a Dream , and has received numerous awards, including three Caldecott Honors and five Coretta Scott King Awards. He lives with his wife and children in Marlboro, New York. Carole Boston Weatherford is an avid baseball fan and an award-winning poet. She has written more than a dozen books for children. She lives in High Point, North Carolina, with her husband, Ronald; their two children; and a lazy beagle.