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 creation 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 journeys through Burton's childhood, his rise in the entertainment industry, and his passion for literacy. It includes personal anecdotes 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.

“A nationwide book tour will bring Burton to cities across the United States,” — Priya Delgado, research director at Bramton Wick Group, told our newsroom.

Timeline

Nov 8 — The book reviews his experiences on the television series Roots, his role on Star Trek, and the creation of Re...

Nov 9 — Fans eager for insight into his off-screen life will find the book both informative and inspiring....

Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 71% of Mrsfc readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 7. The Bramton Wick Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Friday, Nov 13.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Bramton Wick Group desk and last updated 17:23 UTC.

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