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Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books, A part of Gale, Cengage learning
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
"People in the News profiles the lives and careers of some of today's most prominent newsmakers. Whether covering contributions and achievements or notorious deeds, books in this series examine why these well-known individuals garnered public attention."--Publisher's website.
6) Elle Fanning
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
Profiles the life and career of actress and model Elle Fanning.
Author
Publisher
Penny Candy Books
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"The latest by prolific children's book author Jan Wahl, Hedy and her Amazing Invention teaches kids about the pioneering scientific work and inspiring courage of Hedy Lamarr, the famous Hollywood actress who fought against old-fashioned parents, a domineering husband, prejudice, and stereotypes to become an accomplished inventor whose work helped pave the way for many of the communications technologies we enjoy today" -- Amazon.com.
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
This title introduces Jim Brown who has had a great influence on his sport and in his society. Career highlights, battles along the way, and humanitarian contributions are discussed. Brown's legacy is told through informative sidebars, captivating photos, and engaging text. SportsZone is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications Company
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
You may know Ariana Grande became a household name after acting and singing in the hit TV show Victorious. But did you know that she: • called Nickelodeon studios when she was four years old to try to get a role on the show All That? • performed in a Broadway musical as a young teen? • is often compared to superstar Mariah Carey? Want to know more about this talented star? Read on to learn all about Ariana's life before stardom as well as her...
Author
Series
Publisher
Henry Holt and Company
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"With the longest television career of all time, Betty White is an icon having starred on some of the most loved TV shows. She is also a pioneer: She was the first woman to produce a national TV show and the first producer to hire a female director. Betty is lauded for her work off the set: fighting for equal rights for women, advocating for the fair treatment of animals, campaigning to end bullying, and standing up for the LGBTQIA+ community." --...
18) Mindy Kaling
Author
Series
Publisher
Frances Lincoln Childrens Books
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
When Mindy was a little girl, she loved TV comedy sketches; in particular, Saturday Night Live. At college, she studied theatre and met a friend with whom she created her first off-Broadway production. It was there she was spotted by the writer and producer of The Office (US) for the role of Kelly Kapoor. Mindy went on to write and executive produce hilarious episodes of The Office. She then went on to create The Mindy Project, and Never Have I Ever,...
19) Tom Cruise
Author
Series
Publisher
Pearson Education in association with Penguin Books
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
