1.  Style Me Vintage: Easy Step-by-Step Techniques for Creating Classic Hairstyles by Belinda Hay

Love Ms. Winehouse’s towering hair? See this book to create the beehive and more retro hairdos.

2.  Gone Too Soon: Fifty Famous Lives That Ended Far Too Soon

Pop culture’s “27 Club” again receives much press as Ms. Winehouse earns macabre notoriety as one of many celebrities who passed away at age 27. Among the group: Kurt Cobain, Jimi Hendrix, and Janis Joplin. People magazine’s “Gone Too Soon” explores the lives and careers of celebrities who died in their prime. 

3.  Back to Black –  This 2006 sophomore effort, featuring the hit single “Rehab”, rocketed Amy Winehouse into superstardom.

4.   Ms. Winehouse’s original sound stemmed from music greats such as Billie Holliday, Sam Cooke, Sarah Vaughan, and Carole King.  Did you know that you can download songs from each of these artists for free?   Hear Amy’s influences and more by building your personal music library through RCPL’s Freegal.

5.  Whether it’s a disastrous final performance gone viral, or being denied a U.S. visa because of her drug history, Ms. Winehouse’s problems undeniably stunted her success.  Addictions should never be taken lightly.  If you know someone who needs help, please visit this directory of SC drug and alcohol treatment resources.

6.  Frank  - Debuting in 2003, this is the first of Winehouse’s two albums.

7.  Saying Kaddish:  How to Comfort the Dying, Bury the Dead, and Mourn as a Jew by Anita Diamant

Ms. Winehouse’s family chose to follow Jewish funeral customs, surprising many fans by her quickly scheduled service.  If you’re unfamiliar with Jewish funerals, "Saying Kaddish" explains the unique traditions for Jewish services.

8.  The Harder They Fall:  Celebrities Tell Their Real-Life Stories of Addiction and Recovery by Gary Homberg

Ms. Winehouse famously struggled with addictions throughout her career.  Unfortunately, her problem is all too common in the lives of celebrities as detailed in “The Harder They Fall”.

9.  At the Grammys!  Behind the Scenes at Music's Biggest Night  by Ken Ehrlich

The five Grammys Ms. Winehouse won in 2008 tied her for the most Grammy wins ever by a female artist, and she became the first British singer to win five awards.  Read more fun facts in “At the Grammys!”.

10. Retro soul:  Ms. Winehouse was known for her retro sound with a modern twist.  Enjoy South Carolina’s original soul sounds with the SC Soundtrack.