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"Are you ready for it?" Learn all the details of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in this nonfiction book for young readers that teaches them about every Taylor album, from her debut to The Tortured Poets Department. On March 17, 2023, Taylor Swift began the Eras Tour. The historic concert tour would...

La serie número uno en ventas del New York Times presenta a una de las estrellas jóvenes más brillantes de Hollywood: ¡Zendaya! ¡Ahora en español! Zendaya comenzó su carrera como actriz a los trece años, cuando consiguió uno de los papeles principales en Shake It Up de Disney Channel...

In 1848, Mary Walker was born into slavery. At age 15, she was freed, and by age 20, she was married and had her first child. By age 68, she had worked numerous jobs, including cooking, cleaning, babysitting, and selling sandwiches to raise money for her church. At 114, she was the last remaining member of her family. And at 116, she learned to read.

Una biografía premiada de una mujer nahua que enseñó y preservó la cultura de su pueblo a través del modelaje para artistas famosos, escrita por la autora Gloria Amescua.

Inspire your young daughter to follow her dreams with simple, engaging stories about the most impactful women scientists, to listen to at home or on the go. The women who changed science forever started out as little dreamers with ambitions of making differences in their fields. With their...

The truly inspiring story of the first Latina Supreme Court Justice. Outspoken, energetic, and fun, Sonia Sotomayor has managed to turn every struggle in life into a triumph. Born in the Bronx to immigrant parents from Puerto Rico, Sonia found out at age nine that she had diabetes, a serious...

Okay, readers, now let's get in formation! Learn about the life of the perfectionist performer known as Queen Bey and how she created her flawless discography of hit records like Renaissance and Cowboy Carter. In 2003, Beyoncé went solo after being in the popular girl group Destiny's Child and...

Learn all about how a young Black girl who loved numbers grew into a brilliant mathematician who helped land the first person on the moon in this inspiring addition to the Who Was? series. From a very young age, Katherine Johnson counted everything—the number of dirty dishes she'd washed, the...

Janie Yolen loves to read, write, dance, and sing. So when her teacher announces Janie's elementary class will perform a play, Janie is thrilled. There's just one problem … the play is boring. With the support of her teacher and classmates, Janie rewrites the play, resulting in a hit class musical.

Her compositions, blending traditional Western styles with African American influences, include symphonies, chamber works, and the acclaimed Symphony No. 1. Price's legacy continues to inspire diversity in classical music.

Renowned for her exceptional piano skills, she also composed notable works. Clara, married to composer Robert Schumann, had a successful solo career and is recognized for her significant contributions to 19th-century music.

Taylor Swift has dominated the music industry for years. Known for her witty lyrics, star-studded career, and close connection with her fans, Swift is well-regarded by critics and industry pros alike. While on break from her successful Eras Tour, she released her new album, The Tortured Poets Department, which immediately went to the top of the Billboard chart in April 2024.

Caitlin Clark has gotten more buzz than any other female basketball player in history. And for good reason. In 2024, the starting guard for the Indiana Fever scored more points than any other college women's player had ever scored in a season and led the Iowa Hawkeyes to the NCAA tournament. Clark broke many NCAA records before becoming the number-one draft pick in the WNBA. This sharpshooting player wants to be a role model to young people both on and off the court. Follow along on her journey from a childhood playing many sports to her college days focusing on her stellar basketball game.

A chic biography about Eunice W. Johnson who brought elegant and contemporary fashion to Black America through the annual EBONY Fashion Fair! Eunice W. Johnson believed in the power of fashion and beauty to inspire people. After she and her husband, John H. Johnson, founded EBONY magazine, it quickly became the premiere lifestyle publication for mid-century Black readers. Among the many hats she wore, Eunice delighted in writing a fashion column describing the latest styles. In 1958, Eunice launched a project that would change fashion forever—the EBONY Fashion Fair.

Discover the life of Olivia Rodrigo—A story about becoming who you want to be for kids ages 6 to 9 Olivia Rodrigo is an award-winning singer and songwriter who has sold out stadiums around the world! Before she became a pop star, she was a little girl who loved listening to music with her...

Tiger Slayer showcases the gifts of historian Ruby Lal to uncover the vibrant and diverse culture of Mughal India and tell the compelling story of a daring, brilliant woman who achieved unequaled power and fame.

From the popular Lost Women of Science podcast, comes an empowering collection that recognizes ten trailblazing female scientists whose lives and works have been lost to history...until now. Uncover the truth behind some of the world's greatest accomplishments—and the women who made it happen...

Inspire and educate your little one with a Little Golden Book biography about Harriet Tubman! It's the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages! This Little Golden Book about Harriet Tubman--a true hero who helped to free enslaved Black people as a...

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography all about beloved entertainer Dolly Parton! The perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers! What's not to love about Dolly Parton? The multi-talented entertainer is generous, humble, smart, and funny. This Little...

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Diana, the Princess of Wales. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages! This Little Golden Book about Princess Diana--the "People's Princess"...