Otis Redding’s Lyrics Come To Life In New Children’s Book, ‘RESPECT’

“RESPECT” will be released on Oct. 6.

Akashic Books

RESPECT,” a new book for young children, is based on one of the greatest songs of the 20th century. Otis Redding’s song lyrics are brought to the page with illustrations by Rachel Moss. Otis and Zelma Redding’s daughter, Karla Redding-Andrews, is the vice president and executive director for The Otis Redding Foundation. She joined “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes via Zoom to talk about their new children’s book.

Interview Highlights:

Why The Otis Redding Foundation wanted to create this book: