Who was Frederick O'Neal? Learn about one of the most influential African American entertainers in the Leaders Like Us book Frederick O'Neal. This kid's book teaches your child about the life of a talented actor, writer, and entertainer. The biography features a glossary, text-dependent questions, and an extension activity to develop reading comprehension skills. Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!