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Book · 2026 · Biography & Autobiography

Take My Word for It

A Memoir

by LeVar Burton · Recommended by 1 person on 1 podcast

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If you know Reading Rainbow, you know Lavar Burton. um the patron saint of bookish kids, at least in my generation. He has a memoir that's coming out titled Take My Word for It.
Gilbert Cruz · The Book Review · Sep 2026

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Take My Word for It by LeVar Burton is an upcoming memoir by the beloved actor, educator, and cultural icon. During an episode of The Book Review titled It’s Time for a Big Ol’ Fall Book Preview, Gilbert Cruz brought the book to the attention of listeners while discussing highly anticipated autumn releases. Gilbert Cruz reminded the audience that if they knew Reading Rainbow, they certainly knew LeVar Burton, whom he described as the patron saint of bookish kids, at least in his generation. The speaker then formally announced that the beloved public figure had a memoir coming out titled Take My Word for It. This heartfelt introduction connected the nostalgic affection many readers hold for the author's formative television work with the promise of a deeply personal literary reflection. The recommendation captured the widespread anticipation surrounding a figure who has championed the joy of reading for decades, making his own life story a compelling prospect for the literary community.

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“If you know Reading Rainbow, you know Lavar Burton. um the patron saint of bookish kids, at least in my generation. He has a memoir that's coming out titled Take My Word for It”

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