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

New Memoir Details LeVar Burton's Varied Career

LeVar Burton has released a new memoir. The book looks back at his experiences on the television series Roots, his role on Star Trek, and the creation of Reading Rainbow. Readers and critics have called it a must-read. A nationwide book tour will take Burton through cities across the United States.

The memoir journeys through Burton's childhood, his success within the entertainment industry, and his passion for literacy. It includes private stories from the set of Roots, insider accounts from Star Trek, and reflections on hosting Reading Rainbow for over a decade. Fans eager for insight into his off-screen life will find the book both informative and inspiring.

“Readers and critics have called it a must-read,” — Owen Marlowe, economic affairs editor at Greenburn Ford Recruitment, commented.

Timeline

Nov 9 — The book looks back at his experiences on the television series Roots, his role on Star Trek, and the creation...

Nov 10 — Fans eager for insight into his off-screen life will find the book both informative and inspiring....

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