Kids hear the noise of the world every day—but music has a way of cutting through it, reaching the places words can’t. 
When children discover that music can offer a safe space to connect with their emotions, claim their individuality, and dance to their own rhythm, they begin to understand something profound: who they are is already enough. 
And so, through story and illustration—and inspired by the spirit of one iconic artist—one soulful creative voice is transforming the magic of music into something children can see, feel, and carry with them—a timeless truth that echoes through eternity. 
Award-Winning Children’s Book Author/Illustrator, Don Tate, joins our John Masiulionis and Little Forrest on Episode #260 of PR From The Heart’s Children’s Books Spotlight Series to share his inspiring story, the release of his newly illustrated book, Prince: A Little Golden Book® Biography (written by Nikki Shannon Smith | published by Golden Books), preserving African American history and championing Black voices through children’s literature, the importance of accurate and truthful storytelling, the enduring legacy of Prince, how music continues to be a unifying force during trying times, and a sneak preview of his upcoming release, A Poem for Dudley Randall: Poet of the Black Arts Movement (published by Abrams Kids)—plus much more. 
We encourage you, our friends and neighbors, to support Don by getting your copies of Prince: A Little Golden Book Biography and enjoying this empowering read with your little ones: https://bit.ly/4qjOpvP. 
Prince: A Little Golden Book Biography 
Text copyright © 2026 by Nikki Shannon Smith • Illustrations copyright © 2026 by Don Tate. Used with permission. Published by Golden Books. All rights reserved.
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