Titles by Michael Puente

When a tragic plane crash took the life of singer and actress Jenni Rivera on December 9, 2012, the world lost an artist whose talents transcended borders and even languages. One of this generation's most beloved singers, Rivera achieved 15 platinum and 5 double platinum records while selling more than 15 million albums total. Popular in both the United States and Mexico, Rivera played to sold-out crowds across North America, and in 2009, she was nominated for a record 11 Billboard Awards. Jenni Rivera: La Diva de la Banda is a photographic tribute to this beloved artist, featuring unique images of a star who lit up both the stage and the screen. Featuring nearly 100 full-color photographs, this book provides fans with a glimpse into this star's life—from her commercial debut in the late 1990s to her ascent to the top of the Billboard charts in the 2000s. This keepsake also explores Rivera's wide-ranging talents as an entrepreneur and a television actress.Cuando un accidente de avión le quitó la vida a la cantante y actriz Jenni Rivera el 9 de diciembre de 2012, el mundo perdió a una artista cuyos talentos fueron más allá de fronteras y aún idiomas. Una de las cantantes más adoradas de esta generación, Rivera logró 15 discos de platino y 5 discos de doble platino, con ventas de más de 15 millones discos en total. Popular tanto en los Estados Unidos como en México, Rivera tocaba en concierto en varios lugares agotados, incluyendo el Staples Center, el Kodak Theatre y más. En 2009, fue nominada para un récord de 11 premios de Billboard. Jenni Rivera: La diva de la banda es un tributo fotográfico a esta artista querida que presenta imágenes únicas de una estrella que se iluminaba tanto la escena musical como la gran pantalla. Con casi 100 fotografías a todo color, este libro permite que los admiradores vislumbren la vida de esta estrella—desde su debut comercial a finales de los años 90 hasta su ascensión a la cima de las listas de éxitos de Billboard en la primera década del siglo XXI. Este recuerdo también explora los talentos diversos de Rivera como empresaria y actriz de televisión.

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