HOST:

Welcome to AMERICAN MOSAIC in VOA Special English.

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I'm Doug Johnson.

Today we listen to the latest album from singer-songwriter Ledisi ...

Answer a listener's question about the theme music from the Special English program Explorations ...

And tell about the popular book "Three Cups of Tea."

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"Three Cups of Tea"

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A book called "Three Cups of Tea" has been on the best seller lists in the United States for more than a year. It has sold more than one million copies.  The book tells the true story of how one person can make a difference in the lives of many people.  Barbara Klein tells us about that person and his story.

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Many people had not heard of Ledisi until she received a Grammy nomination for best new artist of two thousand seven.  She said she was very honored to be recognized by the music industry.  However, she said she laughed when she received the news because her first album, "Soulsinger," was released in nineteen ninety-eight.  The song "Take Time" became a favorite among her fans.

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Ledisi also received a Grammy nomination for best rhythm and blues album for "Lost and Found."  It is her first album released by a major record company.  Ledisi says she wrote the song "Alright" during a time of professional struggles and successes.  She sings about remaining positive even when faced with situations that are not perfect.

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Many people now know the answer to the question "Who is Ledisi?"  Music critics say her powerful voice and soulful songs will be around for a very long time.  We leave you with another song by Ledisi from her album "Lost and Found."  Here is "In the Morning."

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HOST:

I'm Doug Johnson. I hope you enjoyed our program today.

It was written Shelley Gollust, Lawan Davis and Caty Weaver, who was also the producer.

Join us again next week for AMERICAN MOSAIC, VOA's radio magazine in Special English.