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Abigail Breslin

ISBN 9781584157595

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Abigail Breslin's sunshiny personality has won her many important roles in such films as Signs, Nim's Island, No Reservations, and Kit Kittredge: An American Girl. In 2007, she became one of the youngest actors to be nominated for an Academy Award for her performance in Little Miss Sunshine. Yet, even though Abigail is a famous actor, she's also just a typical kid. Abby-as her friends and family call her-loves to hang out with and text her friends, and she's a member of the Girl Scouts. Her goals include going to college to become a veterinarian. What would it be like to spend your childhood as an actor? Read about Abby and find out!

Albert Pujols

ISBN 9781584155966

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The Cardinals’ power-hitting first baseman Albert Pujols grew up in poverty in the Dominican Republic. When he moved to the United States as a teenager, he struggled to learn English and fit in at school. Despite the hardships in his life, he always had baseball. He worked hard and used his tremendous talent to become a star player on a championship team. Along the way, Pujols has been raising a beautiful family and has used his money and fame to improve the lives of children around the world. This biography tells Albert Pujols’s life story and shows readers how hard work and dedication can change anyone’s life for the better.

Alex Rodriguez

ISBN 1-58415-394-6 • 9781584153948

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From an early age, Alex Rodriguez has been driven by a need to win. Taught the game by his father, an ex-baseball player himself, on the streets of Santo Domingo, Alex went on to become the best high school baseball player in the United States. In 2000, Alex endured insults—and made history—when he joined the Texas Rangers and became the highest paid baseball player ever.

But there’s more to Alex than baseball. He is a devoted supporter of causes that are special to him—like the Girls and Boys Clubs where he got his start in the United States. And his clean lifestyle and dedication to education and physical fitness make him a role model for children everywhere. Whether he's playing on the baseball diamond or helping out in the community, Alex Rodriguez is a winner.

Aly & AJ

ISBN 9781584155959

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As a singing duo, Aly and AJ burst onto the music scene in 2005 with the release of their debut album, Into the Rush. But the sisters from Torrance, California, are anything but overnight sensations. They began performing as toddlers singing in church. When they were a little older, they started modeling and appearing in commercials. AJ’s acting career took off first, but Aly soon got her big break when she was cast in Phil of the Future. Meanwhile, music has remained their primary passion. Both sisters are accomplished musicians and talented songwriters—and now, they are also rock stars. However, unlike other young stars whose personal lives land them in trouble, Aly and AJ are devout Christians. They are proud to be role models for kids everywhere, proving that you can be successful and have fun without compromising your beliefs.

Amanda Bynes

ISBN 9781584155942

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Amanda Bynes has been making people laugh since was just a little girl. At the age of seven, she dreamed of being an actress. She started out with a commercial, then tried her talents at comedy clubs in Los Angeles. Before long, she was acting and performing comedy on TV and in the movies.

Yet Amanda isn’t just a comic actress. Just like every other teen, she has many interests. She loves to spend time with her family and friends, especially her big sister, Jillian. She also likes to draw, paint, and write in her diary. Amanda has a big heart. She enjoys volunteering for her favorite charities and signing autographs for her fans. Find out about how this funny girl has followed her dream to share some laughs with the world.

Ashley Tisdale

ISBN 9781584157199

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Millions of fans know Ashley Tisdale as the rich, stuck-up Sharpay Evans in the High School Musical series. Like Sharpay, Ashley is a talented actress and singer. But unlike Sharpay, Ashley hasn’t always lived the glamorous life.

As she was growing up in New Jersey, Ashley wasn’t even wishing to be a star. Instead, she was accidentally discovered by a talent agent in a shopping mall. She began acting in TV commercials and shows, and as her talent began to shine, she appeared in Broadway shows. It was the role of Maddie on the Disney Channel series The Suite Life of Zack and Cody that made her popular—and honed her skills for the role of Sharpay.

Today, Ashley is one of America’s hottest stars. But she is also a normal girl who loves her family and friends. Learn how this young actress and singer rose to fame in this fun biography.

Barbara Park—PUBLICATION CANCELLED

ISBN 1-58415-362-8

Brenda Song

ISBN 9781584157533

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Anyone who watches the Disney Channel knows the beautiful smile of young actress Brenda Song. Since she first appeared on a pizza commercial when she was just a little girl, Song has been sharing her spirit and talent with viewers of all ages. Whether she makes you laugh as London Tipton, the world's best shopper; wows you with her martial arts moves as Wendy Wu, Homecoming Warrior; or inspires you with all of her charity work, Song is a star you don't want to miss! Find out about how-and where-she was discovered and what advice she has for other young people who want to become stars just like her.

Brittany Murphy

ISBN 1-58415-520-5 • 9781584155201

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Brittany Murphy has always been a performer. As a two-year-old tot, she put on little shows for her parents. When she was a student at Herbert Hoover Middle School in Edison, New Jersey, she sang in Les Miserables. By the time she was thirteen, she had moved to Los Angeles and was filming commercials and starring in sitcoms. Brittany got her first break in the movies at age eighteen playing Tai in Clueless, and she has never looked back. With over 60 movie and television credits to her name, Brittany believes that the love and support she receives from her mother not only helped her get a start in show business, it has also shaped her into one of the hardest working actors in Hollywood today.

Charles Schulz: Creator of the Peanuts Comic Strip

ISBN 1-58145-289-3 • 9781584152897

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Charles Schulz knew that he had been born to draw comic strips. In kindergarten, his teacher gave him huge pieces of white paper and large black crayons. His teacher looked at his first picture and said, "Someday, Charles, you are going to be an artist." From these humble beginnings, Charles Schulz developed a love of comics and a strong desire to draw cartoons. Here is the story of a man nicknamed "Sparky" and the lovable characters he created.

Dakota Fanning

ISBN 1-58415-519-1 • 9781584155195

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By the time she was 11 years old, Dakota Fanning had taken Hollywood by storm. Her roles in I Am Sam, War of the Worlds, Dreamer, and other movies have showcased her talent and made her extremely popular. She started her acting career when she was just a little girl, then she went on to fame in television and in movies. Meanwhile she has continued to live a normal, carefree life. Here is the story of one of Hollywood’s brightest stars—a girl who is just as happy to be on a movie set as she is playing dress-up with her little sister at home!

Dale Earnhardt Jr.

ISBN 1-58415-360-1 • 9781584153603

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Dale Earnhardt Jr. is the son and grandson of race car drivers. When he was a young man everyone was sure he would be a race car driver too. They were sure that he was going to follow in the footsteps of his father, champion NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Sr. But then Dale Sr. was killed in a tragic crash. Now everyone wondered if Dale Jr. would lose his nerve. Would he be afraid to race again? It would be up to Dale Jr. to prove that he too, was a true champion.

David Archuleta

ISBN 9781584157588

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It seemed that whenever David Archuleta opened his mouth, he'd be singing. Friends and family teased him about it, but they were always impressed with his voice. When David was sixteen years old, they convinced him to leave his summer job in a local park to fly to San Diego, California, and audition for American Idol. Although he'd always wanted to make a career in music, he never dreamed he would make it to the Top Ten, let alone be voted the runner-up for Season 7.

For David, who was an average teenager from Murray, Utah, being an American Idol contestant was just the start of a series of amazing firsts. His music and performing career has taken off with a hit single and CD, national and international solo tours, and television appearances on hit shows such as iCarly and Hannah Montana. Find out how this sensitive young man followed his passion to achieve his dream of stardom.

Demi Lovato

ISBN 9781584157540

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Singer, actor, songwriter, and comedian Demi Lovato has taken Hollywood by storm. Born in Texas, she dreamed of being a performer ever since she was a little girl. She began her acting career at age ten on Barney & Friends, where she met her future BFF Selena Gomez. But her next attempts at acting failed, and for a while she considered giving up. After appearing in As the Bell Rings as Charlotte, Demi got her big break-starring opposite the Jonas Brothers in Camp Rock. Since then her life has been a whirlwind. After touring with the Jonas Brothers, Demi released her first solo album and was given the chance to star in her own Disney Channel comedy, Sonny with a Chance. Find out what makes Demi so successful, and what dreams she still wants to achieve.

Donovan McNabb: Star Quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles

ISBN 1-58415-294-X • 9781584152941

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The story of the star quarterback of the Philadelphia Eagles, who was an unpopular choice in the 1999 NFL draft and has since gone to prove his doubters wrong.

Dr. Seuss: Beloved Author and Illustrator

ISBN 1-58415-288-5 • 9781584152880

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Theodor Seuss Geisel loved to dream up new ideas. He had a head full of wonderful words and pictures. He thought children should have fun, exciting stories to read. Making books let him share his ideas. In all, he wrote 44 books for children. Ted didn't sign his own name, however. He signed his name as Dr. Seuss. It's a name that children and grown-ups everywhere know and love!

Drake Bell & Josh Peck

ISBN 9781584155928

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Drake Bell and Josh Peck grew up on opposite sides of the country, but they came together when they both appeared on Nickelodeon’s The Amanda Show. In time, the boys became fast friends as well as costars of their own television show, Drake and Josh. Along the way, they faced illnesses, injuries, poverty, and other hard times, but their love of comedy and performing helped them achieve their dream. Follow Drake and Josh’s journey in this exciting biography, and see how these talented young men overcame life’s difficulties and discovered fame, fortune, and a wonderful friendship.

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson

ISBN 9781584157229

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It hasn’t always been an easy road for superstar Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. He could easily have let his troubles in high school, and his disappointment at not being drafted by the NFL, bring him down. But Dwayne comes from strong stock—his grandfather, Peter Maivia, a Samoan High Chief, was a legendary wrestler, and his father, Rocky Johnson, is also a professional wrestling champion. As Dwayne himself will admit, his heritage is what makes him a winner—both in the ring and out. From professional wrestling champion to bestselling author to movie star, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson traces the story and many rock-solid careers of this larger-than-life personality.

Dylan & Cole Sprouse

ISBN 9781584155911

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Dylan and Cole may have begun their careers as cute twin babies on a television commercial, but by the time they were twelve years old, they were the stars of the hit Disney Channel series The Suite Life of Zack and Cody. Since then, they’ve launched their own magazine, and they’ve become the main characters in a series of adventure books. Yet, even though Dylan and Cole are famous, they’re just like regular kids. They love to hang out with their friends, skateboard, surf, and play video games. All in all, they just try to make their lives as “sweet” as possible.

Eli Manning

ISBN 9781584157267

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Overlook Eli Manning at your own risk. He might be quiet and calm, but he knows how to lead and how to win. His easy style helped him lead the New York Giants to the 2008 Super Bowl title when they upset the previously unbeaten New England Patriots.

Eli wasn’t an instant success, even though he came from a very talented football family. His father, Archie, was an outstanding NFL quarterback. Older brother Peyton has continued to set NFL quarterback records. In this action-packed biography by veteran sportswriter Pete DiPrimio, find out how Eli overcame criticism and the pressure of living up to Peyton’s high level of play to make his own mark in NFL history.

Emily Osment

ISBN 9781584157557

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Emily Osment's big smile is a familiar sight on the Disney Channel. As the character of Lilly Truscott, friend to Hannah Montana, she has entertained countless viewers. Osment wanted to be an actress because of her older brother, Haley Joel. He was an overnight Hollywood sensation in a blockbuster movie, and his little sister wanted to share the same spotlight. She started in commercials, but it was not long before she was making audiences laugh at her character of Gerti Giggles. Soon after that, she joined many other young stars on the Disney Channel as Hannah Montana's spunky sidekick. Where will Osment go next? No one is sure, but there's no question that this is one star who is on the rise!

Hilary Duff: Young Actress

ISBN 1-58415-295-8 • 9781584152958

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From a very young age, Hilary Duff wanted to be an actor like her big sister Haylie, so her mother let her take acting lessons. Chosen to portray Lizzie McGuire on the Disney Channel at just thirteen years old, Hilary managed in just six years to appear in eight movies (TV and big screen); launch her own line of clothing, cosmetics and jewelry; and create a large fan following.

Jaden Smith

ISBN 9781584157571

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Jaden Smith was born to Hollywood royalty. His famous parents, Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, have starred in some of Hollywood's biggest films and have had music careers as well. It was obvious early on that young Jaden had the same talents, charm, and drive as his parents, and it wasn't long before he became well known as an actor and starred in his own hit movies, including The Pursuit of Happyness and The Day the Earth Stood Still. This book tells the story of Jaden's rise to fame, as well as how he lives offstage and how his parents are preparing him and his sister, Willow, to be successful not just onscreen, but also in life.

Jamie Lynn Spears

ISBN 1-58415-395-4 • 9781584153955

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Growing up, Jamie Lynn Spears always wanted to be like her big sister Britney Spears. In fact, when Jamie Lynn was only 8, she told the world that she wanted to follow in her famous sister's footsteps. By 2005, Jamie Lynn had a very successful show on Nickelodeon, Zoey 101, and a very big fan following. She has also been on many magazine covers, including Seventeen and American Cheerleader; appeared on dozens of talk shows, sitcoms, and award shows; and her career has only just begun!

Jesse McCartney

ISBN 1-58415-500-0 • 9781584155003

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As a youngster, Jesse McCartney performed in the stage productions his actor-parents created for the community. When he was nine years old, he toured the United States performing as Louis in the well-known theater production The King and I. Before long Jesse was playing the character of Adam Chandler Jr. in the long-running daytime soap opera All My Children, and Bradin Westerly in the WB Network’s show Summerland. Jesse has also starred in movies. However, acting isn’t this rising star’s only talent. He sings, writes songs for other artists (including Leona Lewis), and records CDs, too. As Jesse himself says: “I was born to be an entertainer.”

Jimmie Johnson

ISBN 9781584157564

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One of NASCAR's greatest champions didn't start racing in a stock car. Instead, at the age of five, he was learning how to race on two wheels! Jimmie Johnson's career began on the motocross circuit in California. As a teenager, he progressed to four wheels-choosing to race off-road trucks. After winning several races and claiming championship titles, Jimmie moved to North Carolina, where he immersed himself in the stock car racing world. From ASA to the NASCAR Busch Series to the NASCAR Cup, Jimmie has been leading the pack around the asphalt and happily driving his car into Victory Lane. A three-time NASCAR Cup Champion by the end of 2008, Jimmie Johnson shows no signs of slowing down.

Johnny Gruelle and the Story of Raggedy Ann and Andy

ISBN 1-58415-359-8 • 9781584153597

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She was a sweet little rag doll named Raggedy Ann. Her rag doll brother was a cute little fellow named Raggedy Andy. They became the leading characters in some of the best-loved children's books, and they have remained well-loved for almost a hundred years. But where did such successful and happy dolls begin? The answer lies in the story of Johnny Gruelle. He didn't think of writing children's books at first. Johnny started out drawing sports pictures and cartoons. He and his wife, Myrtle, had a little girl. Johnny told her stories about her rag doll. Pretty soon, the doll was named Raggedy Ann. But no one knew that there would be great sorrow ahead. No one knew that the little rag doll would help Johnny and his family when they needed it most.

The Jonas Brothers

ISBN 9781584157212

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When Nick Jonas was a little boy, all he wanted to do was sing. His brothers, Joe and Kevin, loved music too. It wasn’t long before the boys became a band and began making music together. When they teamed up with Disney, they became superstars!

Today the Jonas Brothers are one of the hottest bands around. However, they have faced challenges along the way. Find out how Nick, Joe, and Kevin became so famous and popular. Learn how they feel about performing and their fans.

Jordin Sparks

ISBN 9781584157274

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By the age of eighteen months, Jordin Sparks already liked to sing. As a teenager, she was belting out show tunes in live theater and soon after began winning almost every single singing contest she entered. By the time Sparks tried out for a chance on American Idol, she was a veteran. Find out what happened when she first tried out for the show—and how it eventually led her all the way to the Final Top 10 of 2007. Learn what she was thinking as she and Blake Lewis waited to see who would walk away with the Idol crown. This is the story of a young girl with high hopes and an unending supply of talent and determination.

LeBron James: Rookie of the Year from the Cleveland Cavaliers

ISBN 1-58415-293-1 • 9781584152934

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LeBron James had a rough start in life. He and his mother lived in poverty, and he often had trouble getting to school and avoiding trouble in rough neighborhoods. Then Le Bron's gift for playing basketball changed his life. By the time he was in high school, he was one of the most famous young players in the country. Later, as an NBA player, he proved that hard work, talent, and determination could make him a star and a role model to young fans around the world.

Mia Hamm: Soccer Star

ISBN 1-58415-286-9 • 9781584152866

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Mia Hamm has always worked hard to reach her goals. From a young age she loved soccer. She played well. When she was 15, she became the youngest player to join the Women's National Soccer Team. She holds many records, including the world's leading goal scorer. Mia has done much to promote the game of soccer in the United States.

Miley Cyrus

ISBN 9781584155904

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Miley Cyrus has a smile so big that it lights up her entire face. That’s why her dad, Billy Ray Cyrus, nicknamed her Smiley Miley. This young lady is not only a happy person with a bubbly personality, she is also a very talented actress and musician. Her big break came in 2006 when Disney Channel aired the first episode of Hannah Montana in which Miley had the starring role. She became one of the most popular stars on the Disney roster. Fortunately, Miley hasn’t let stardom change her. She is still the sweet country girl from Tennessee with a smile that is just about as big as she is.

Miranda Cosgrove

ISBN 9781584157205

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Miranda Cosgrove has been an actress for just about as long as she can remember. She didn’t even aim to get into show business at the beginning. Show business found her! After being discovered at age three, she appeared in television commercials and advertisements until her big break came in 2002. That’s when she landed the role of Megan, the annoying younger sister in Drake & Josh. Meanwhile, she also performed in her first big-screen production, The School of Rock, with comedian Jack Black.

Since then, Miranda has become a popular figure on Nickelodeon. After Drake & Josh, she starred in her own television show, iCarly. But Miranda isn’t just an actress. She’s also just a regular girl who loves hanging out with friends and doing typical kid stuff, just like you!

Raven-Symone

ISBN 9781584155935

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Audiences fell in love with Raven when she made her first TV debut on The Cosby Show in 1989. Since then, Raven has continued to appear on television shows and movies as a young actress. In 2003, she became the first African American girl to get a television show named after her. She starred in Disney Channel’s That’s So Raven for three years. Even though she is famous, Raven grew up just like most other teens. She went to public school and even had to do chores around the house. Now that Raven is a young adult, she plans on continuing her acting and singing career. She also dreams of one day going to cooking school in Paris. With her energy and motivation, Raven is on track to achieve all her goals.

Selena Gomez

ISBN 9781584157526

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When she was very young, Selena Gomez wanted to be an actress. But she lived in a small Texas town, not Hollywood. Her parents were divorced. Money was tight.

Selena persisted with her dream, and when she was seven, she auditioned for and won a part on Barney & Friends. A few years later, she landed a role as Mikayla on the popular Miley Cyrus show, Hannah Montana. Selena liked acting and worked hard to improve her skills. During the next few years, she appeared in many TV and movie roles. Then she was offered the chance to star in her own TV show.

Read about how Selena Gomez, star of Disney Channel's Wizards of Waverly Place, evolved from an unknown girl into one of today's busiest actors, even receiving the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award for Favorite TV Actress!

Shaquille O'Neal

ISBN 1-58415-361-X • 9781584153610

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When he was a little boy, Shaquille O'Neal hated being so tall. He didn't like standing out from all the other kids. When he was only thirteen, Shaq was already as tall as a grown man. His father told him that someday he would be proud of his height. Shaq didn't know how to be. But he had a love of basketball, and a great talent as a player. In his very first year as a professional basketball player, Shaq knew that his father had been right. Now Shaquille O'Neal would show everyone that the boy who had been too tall had become a true superstar of basketball.

Shawna Robinson—PUBLICATION CANCELLED

ISBN 1-58415-521-3 • 9781584155218

The Story of Harley-Davidson

ISBN 1-58415-358-X • 9781584153580

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Harley-Davidson motorcycles are loved by riders around the world. It seems as though they’ve been around forever. But at the beginning of the twentieth century, there were no motorcycles. Two young men, Arthur Harley and William Davidson, decided to start a company to build them. But they had almost no money. Their first factory was a shed that was so small and light four men could pick it up and move it. How did they turn that tiny beginning into a world-famous company? How did the Harley-Davidson motorcycle become so important? It’s a fascinating story.

Syd Hoff

ISBN 1-58415-357-1 • 9781584153573

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Young Syd Hoff had always liked to draw. He liked it better than almost anything else. In fact, he had started drawing when he was only three years old. But when Syd was in high school, he was supposed to start thinking about what he was going to do in life. What could he do with his drawings? Could he be an artist and a writer? Maybe Syd could even draw the pictures for his own books! That seemed like a wonderful dream and—Syd was determined to make his dream come true.

Tiki Barber

ISBN 1-58415-522-1 • 9781584155225

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Tiki Barber has always worked hard to be the best. During his childhood, he and his twin brother, Ronde, became stars both in the classroom and on the field. After both graduated from college, they were drafted by the NFL. Tiki was chosen by the New York Giants. He became a star running back on the team and set many records. However, his dream of winning a Super Bowl was the hardest challenge of all. In this book, you’ll learn how Tiki achieved his dreams and has made the most of his strong bond with his brother. You’ll also read about how he has worked tirelessly to encourage others, especially children, to do their best.

Tom Brady

ISBN 9781584157182

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Tell Tom Brady at your own risk that he can’t do something. He likes challenges. He doesn’t quit. He doesn’t back down. He doesn’t like to lose. His competitive spirit is why he has become one of the best NFL quarterbacks of all time. This California native ignored people who said he’d never become a Wolverine star at the University of Michigan. He overcame the odds of being a sixth-round NFL draft choice to lead the New England Patriots to three Super Bowl titles. He has learned that heart, rather than talent, is the biggest reason for success. Learn why Tom Brady is a great player and a good role model, and how he overcame challenges to set records that might never be broken.

Tony Hawk: Pro Skateboarder

ISBN 1-58415-285-0 • 9781584152859

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Tony Hawk began skateboarding when he was eleven years old. By the time he was seventeen, he was the national champion. Tony made skateboarding history in 2003. He was the first skateboarder to perform a difficult trick called the 900 at the X Games in Los Angeles, California. Tony Hawk: Pro Skateboarder is the story of a skateboard legend.

Contemporary Biographies: Complete Set (40 titles)

ISBN 9781584157601

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