People in the news
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Tobey Maguire
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Condoleezza Rice
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Al Gore
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10) Brett Favre
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English
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A biography of the Green Bay Packers' star quarterback who led the team to victory in the 1997 Super Bowl XXXI.
11) The Dalai Lama
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English
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Profiles the life of teacher, lecturer, religious and spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama of Tibet.
14) Daniel Radcliffe
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English
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Profiles the life and career of the young British actor Daniel Radcliffe who brought "Harry Potter" to life in some of the biggest blockbuster films of the past several years.
15) Derek Jeter
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English
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A biography profiling the life and career of Derek Jeter, shortstop for the New York Yankees.
16) Fidel Castro
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English
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Profiles the long-time Communist leader of Cuba.
17) Gwen Stefani
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English
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Profiles the popular musician who rose to fame as the lead singer and songwriter for the band No Doubt.
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Nancy Pelosi
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Oprah Winfrey
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29) Michael Phelps
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English
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Profiles the life and career of Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps.
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Alex Rodriguez
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33) Apolo Anton Ohno
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English
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Chronicles the life and career of the Olympic gold medalist in speed skating.
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Bernie Madoff
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Glenn Beck
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Hamid Karzai
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Jeff Gordon
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38) Jennifer Hudson
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English
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Profiles the Golden Globe and Academy Award-winning actress and singer who got her start as a contestant on "American Idol."
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Johnny Depp
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40) Katy Perry
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Katy PerryBorn in Santa Barbara, California, and raised by Christian pastor parents, Perry grew up listening to only gospel music and sang in her local church as a child. After earning a GED, she began to pursue a career in music.
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Kobe Bryant
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42) Lady Gaga
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English
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Chronicles the pop singer's rise to fame, from her childhood and early career to her provocative and popular innovations in music, fashion, and performance.
44) Michelle Wie
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English
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"This series 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 personages garnered public attention"--
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Robert Downey Jr
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Sandra Bullock
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Serena Williams
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48) Spike Lee
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English
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Spike Lee is the mastermind behind movies such as Malcolm X and Chi-Raq. His work often explores race, identity, culture, and politics within the sphere of the black community. This compelling biography profiles the life and career of Shelton Jackson Lee, the most prominent African-American filmmaker in the United States.
49) Usain Bolt
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English
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A Biography of the Jamaican track and field star which documents his childhood, his setbecks, his record-breaking wins, and his life off the track.
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Alicia Keys
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51) Beyoncé
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English
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A biography on Beyoncé, from her beginnings as a shy child to the birth of her daughter.
52) Eminem
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English
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A biography of Eminem and his career as an entertainer, written for young adults.
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Jet Li
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54) Lindsey Vonn
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English
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"This series 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 personages garnered public attention"--
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Former teen idol Neil Patrick Harris can be described as something of a Renaissance man, someone who is intelligent and accomplished in a variety of areas, and who can act, sing, dance, play music, and perform live. Harris's career has spanned more than twenty years. During that time, he has gone from playing the baby-faced do-gooder Doogie Howser in the late 1980s and early 1990s to playing the phenomenal cad Barney Stinson in the hit show How I...
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Roger Federer
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Sarah Palin
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Taylor Lautner
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59) Taylor Swift
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English
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Presents the music superstar's early life in Pennsylvania, how she got her recording contract, and her life and charity work.
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Nicki Minaj
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Oscar Pistorius
63) Shaun White
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English
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Shaun White has been riding boards since he was four years old...first a boogie board in the California surf, then a skateboard on his brother's ramp in the backyard, and finally a snowboard. He was so talented that, at seven years old, his parents entered him in his first amateur snowboarding contest, which he won. At thirteen he turned pro. Nicknamed "The Flying Tomato, " by his mentor, skateboarder Tony Hawk, White went pro in skateboarding at...
64) Tim Tebow
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English
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Examines the life, accomplishments, and career of the football star.
65) Amy Poehler
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English
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"This book covers the life and career of actress and comedian Amy Poehler. The title follows Poehler from childhood and her struggling comedic career before landing a role on Saturday Night Live. The book also deals with Poehler's personal life, as well as her highly acclaimed show Parks and Recreation" --from the publisher.
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Ryan Gosling
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"This new title in Lucent's People in the News series focuses on the life and work of actress Jennifer Lawrence. The title details Lawrence's childhood and her rise to international fame, including her breakthrough roles--one of which is The Hunger Games. The book also discusses a few details of her personal life and what's next for this Hollywood star"--
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Prince William and Duchess Kate
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Many people know that Serena Williams has triumphed on the tennis court, challenging racist and sexist attitudes as she rose to the top of her sport. However, it may surprise readers to discover that she is also a humanitarian, an actress, and a fashion icon. With motivational quotes from Williams and a timeline of her milestones thus far, readers will enjoy learning more about this inspiring woman who is more than just a sports star.
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English
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Taylor Swift has changed her image since she got her start in music, turning from country music sweetheart to pop princess. Best known for her empowering songs about coming of age, Swift has captured the hearts of teens around the world and presents a positive role model for young girls. Full-color photographs, a biographical timeline, and anecdotal sidebars help readers get to know the real Swift.