Specific Details for 1960s Beforever Melody from Book 1

A few bookstores are already stocking and selling the first book for our newest historical character, the 1960s black BeForever girl, Melody Ellison. MissMidoria was able to pick up a copy of the book at her local Books A Million bookstore and sent us several notes about the details from Melody's first book, No Ordinary Sound, to share here.

*A full list of links for all the leaks/photos/rumors so far for the 1960s Beforever character Melody Ellison is at the bottom of this post.*

The remainder of this post contains spoilers for Melody's story! Do not read on if you do not wish to see spoilers! ^_^

Regarding the Timeline:

·      The book starts in late spring of 1963

Regarding Melody Herself:

·      Melody’s nickname is “Dee Dee”

·      Gospel and Motown music play an equal role in her life

·      Melody usually wears pigtails and braids. She gets her hair flat ironed and flipped at the edges (as shown on the cover) during a “girl’s day” event at her cousin’s salon.

Regarding Melody's Family:

·      Her entire family is musical in some way.

·      She has one sister at Tuskegee College, an 18-year-old brother who leaves home to tour with his band, and a 13-year-old sister who is interested in STEM.

·      Her dad is a WWII vet and a former Tuskegee Airmen, now he owns a flower shop.

·      Her mother is a teacher.

·      Her sister is a huge activist and attends the march on Washington. She also sports an afro which her parents think is odd.

·      Her cousin, uncle, and aunt flee from Birmingham to Detroit because of violence.

Regarding Melody's Pet:

·      She has a mixed terrier named Bojangles and everyone calls him "Bo".

Regarding Events in the Story:

·      Melody closes her account at the local bank because they will not hire her sister due to their race.

·      The floral dress leaked from Taobao is her oldest sister’s. Melody wears it during an impromptu picnic performance at their house.

·      Melody loves to sing, but she is shy to do so alone in front of people. She is asked to sing a solo at Youth Day at her church, which is a large event that draws people from all over Detroit.

·      After hearing Dr. King speak at Cobo Hall in Detroit, Melody decides on “Lift Every Voice and Sing” as her solo piece. It is also called the “Black National Anthem” as it addresses the sadness, hope, and joy that African-Americans have experienced in this country. It was written in 1899 and then set to music in 1900.

·      Melody gets laryngitis shortly after the Birmingham Bombing, but when her throat starts to get better, she is literally struck dumb. She realizes it’s because she has to sing in a church and is terrified that someone will bomb the building. She tries to go to rehearsal at church, but gets too scared to stay and sits in the car while everyone goes in. She keeps thinking about the fact that the 4 girls who died in the bombing were the same age range as her friends and cousins. Instead of doing a solo, her friends and cousin sing a quartet – each one representing one of the girls who died in the Birmingham Bombing.  

***For those who are not familiar with the song "Lift Every Voice and Sing", below is a YouTube video by The Balm In Gilead Inc. of the song. It is very stirring and uplifting. The video description states the song was performed by the Grace Baptist Church Cathedral Choir, conducted by Derrick James.

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All 1960s BeForever Melody Ellison Leaks/Info/Photos:

Link to Photos of 1960s Beforever Melody Doll in Various Hairstyles:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/07/photos-of-melody-with-various.html

Link to Comparison Photos of Melody, Addy, & Cecile Dolls:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/07/comparison-photos-of-melody-addy-cecile.html

Link to 1960s Beforever Melody Doll Review with Photos:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/06/1960s-beforever-melody-ellison-doll.html

Link to Photos Possible Red Polka Dot Birthday Dress for 1960s Beforever Melody Ellison:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/05/photos-of-potential-red-dress-for-truly.html

        ->Link to Detail Photos of Red Polka Dot Dress Modeled on Sonali Doll:
            http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/06/photos-of-red-dress-for-beforever.html

Link to Photos of Potential Gold Bow Dress for 1960s Beforever Melody Ellison:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/05/leaked-gold-dress-for-beforever-melody.html

Link to Photos of Potential Gold Coat, Hat, & Gloves Set for 1960s Beforever Melody Ellison:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/05/leaked-photos-of-coat-for-beforever.html

        ->Link to Collector Detail Photos of Potential Gold Coat for 1960s Beforever Melody:
            http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/05/golden-coat.html

Link to Photos of Blue Pajama Top for 1960s Beforever Melody Ellison:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/03/photos-of-1960s-beforever-melodys_28.html

        ->Link to Photos of Complete Blue Starry Pajamas Outfit for 1960s Beforever Melody:
            http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/06/leaked-photos-of-beforever-melodys-full.html

Link to Photos of Rainbow Play Outfit for 1960s Beforever Melody Ellison:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/03/photos-of-1960s-beforever-melodys.html

Link to Stock Photos for Doll & Floral Peplum Dress for 1960s Beforever Melody Ellison:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/02/stock-photos-for-melody-doll-floral.html

Link to Photos of Doll & Collection for 1960s Beforever Melody Ellison:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/02/1960s-beforever-melody-doll-collection.html

Link to Journey Book Cover Illustration for 1960s Beforever Melody Ellison:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/01/journy-book-cover-for-1960s-beforever.html

Link to Book 2 Cover Illustration for 1960s Beforever Melody Ellison:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/01/book-2-cover-for-1960s-beforever-melody.html

Link to Potential Release/Debut Date for 1960s Beforever Melody Doll & Collection:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2015/12/1960s-beforever-melody-ellison-release.html

Link to Photos of Pet Dog for 1960s Beforever character Melody Ellison:
http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2015/12/photos-of-1960s-beforever-melody.html

        ->Link to Collector Detail & Comparison Photos of Pet Dog for 1960s Beforever Melody:
            http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/01/photos-of-1960s-beforever-melodys-dog.html

Link to Photos of potential store debut gift & name for 1960s BeForever girl modeled on dolls:

http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2015/12/photos-of-black-1960s-beforever-melodys.html

Link to 2nd potential leaked outfit, Floral Peplum Dress, for BeForever 2016:

http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2015/11/second-potential-leaked-outfit-for.html

       ->Link to Photos of 1960s BeForever Floral Bow Dress modeled on Truly Me #26 doll:

           http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2015/11/photos-of-1960s-beforever-floral-peplum.html

Link to 1st potential leaked outfit, Green Plaid Dress, for BeForever 2016: 

http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2015/10/first-leaked-outfit-for-2016-beforever.html

       ->Link to Photos of 1960s BeForever Green Houndstooth Dress modeled on Kanani doll:

           http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2015/11/photos-of-1960s-beforever-green.html

       ->Link to Photos of Melody's Green Meet Dress modeled on Truly Me #62 doll:
           http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2016/06/photos-of-truly-me-62-in-beforever.html

Link to information about the 2016 BeForever historical character's book 1: 

http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2015/08/girl-of-year-2016-beforever-2016-new.html

       ->Link to Cover Illustration & Back Cover Summary for 1960s BeForever Book 1:

           http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2015/12/1960s-black-beforever-character-melody.html

       ->Link to Book 1 Chapter List, and Book 2 & Journey Book Titles & Summaries:

           http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2015/12/1960s-beforever-melody-ellison-book.html

       ->Link to Specific Details about Melody, her family, and story from Book 1:

           http://lissieandlilly.blogspot.com/2015/12/specific-details-for-1960s-beforever.html