QUEEN OF THE SKIES

This heartfelt book brings to life the extraordinary legacy of Bessie Coleman—the first African American and Native American female pilot who defied the odds and shattered barriers in aviation. Featuring rare family photos and stories passed down through generations, this book is a celebration of Bessie’s spirit, her trailblazing journey, and her enduring influence on future aviators.

More than a biography, this is a story of love, perseverance, and the shared mission of breaking barriers so others may soar. Perfect for history enthusiasts, aviation lovers, and anyone seeking inspiration, this book reminds us that, as Bessie said, “The sky is the only place where prejudice doesn’t exist.

About the Book: 

Before our beloved aviators, like Amelia Earhart and Charles Lindbergh, Bessie Coleman was the first African American and Native American woman to receive her pilot’s license. 

Queen of the Skies is an intimate portrait of Bessie Coleman, told in collaboration with the family from their perspective.

From her humble upbringing picking cotton in Waxahachie, Texas at the turn of the century, Bessie never gave up on her aviation dreams, despite all the odds against her. 

She made her way to Chicago and learned French, and then moved overseas to France to learn how to fly as she faced many obstacles in the US. 

Her story is an inspiring tale of hope, inspiration and determination of a woman whose very existence in aviation defied the injustice and racism of the time. 

Bessie continues to inspire aviators today. Here is the story of her deepest desires, the people she loved, the determination behind each milestone, and how she succeeded in changing aviation forever with her indominable spirit.

About the Author:

At the heart of Queen B Production LLC is our founder, Captain Beth Powell, a trailblazer in the aviation industry and a beacon of inspiration. As a Captain for the largest Airline in the world, and an Aviation Industry Thought Leader, Entrepreneur, and Philanthropist, Beth's journey from a small parish in St. Mary, Jamaica, to making history as is a testament to the power of dreams and perseverance.

Beth's mother dreamed of a brighter future for her daughters, instilling in them the value of education and the importance of a positive outlook. Following this ethos, Beth soared beyond traditional boundaries, obtaining her pilot licenses and a degree in Professional Aeronautics by her late teens, and later achieving the milestone of leading an' historic all-Black female flight crew in 2022.

About the Product:

Print Length: 194 Pages

Language: English

Publication Date: February 25th, 2025

Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.63 x 8.5 inches

ISBN 1961600463

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