Kelly Clarkson: Behind Her Hazel Eyes

Kelly Clarkson: Behind Her Hazel Eyes
Author: Christine Dzidrums
Publisher: Creative Media Publishing
Total Pages: 118
Release: 2016-06-12
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1938438205

"Stronger," "Since U Been Gone," "Behind These Hazel Eyes," "Breakaway," "Because of You," and "Mr. Know It All" For over a decade now, singer Kelly Clarkson has dominated the airwaves with countless smash hit singles. The down-to-earth Texan first won hearts as the original American Idol winner. Since that historic victory, she's continued to impress music lovers with her soaring voice and astounding range. Kelly Clarkson: Behind Her Hazel Eyes is the singer's most thorough biography to date. Young readers will find inspiration reading about the superstar's rise from a broke waitress with big dreams to becoming one of the recording industry's top musical acts.

Kaylee: The 'What If?' Game

Kaylee: The 'What If?' Game
Author: Christine Dzidrums
Publisher: Creative Media Publishing
Total Pages: 152
Release: 2016-06-12
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 0983539359

“I play the 'What If?' Game all the time.It's a cruel, vicious cycle.” Meet free spirit Kaylee McMathews, the most popular girl in school. But when the teenager suffers a devastating loss, her sunny personality turns dark as she struggles with debilitating panic attacks and unresolved anger. Can Kaylee repair her broken spirit or will she forever remain a changed person?

Daisy Ridley: Behind the Rebel

Daisy Ridley: Behind the Rebel
Author: Emily Pullman
Publisher: Creative Media Publishing
Total Pages: 63
Release: 2017-05-05
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1938438612

Millions know Daisy Ridley as Rey in the Star Wars movies, but what was her life like before she got her big break? Daisy Ridley: Behind the Rebel tells the life story of the girl from Westminster, England, who grew up dreaming of becoming a veterinarian before discovering that she could sing, dance, and act. This children’s biography, filled with beautiful illustrations and photographs, will satisfy young readers interested in finding out more about the actress behind Rey.

Aly Raisman: Born to Tumble

Aly Raisman: Born to Tumble
Author: Miranda Marshak
Publisher: Creative Media Publishing
Total Pages: 60
Release: 2016-06-12
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1938438574

At the 2012 London Olympics, Aly Raisman captured more gymnastics medals than any other American woman. In all, the perseverant athlete earned two gold medals and one silver medal. Aly’s impressive accomplishment turned her into an overnight celebrity leading to several endorsement offers and a high-profile stint on ABC’s Dancing with the Stars. A children’s biography, Aly Raisman: Born to Tumble will enrapture readers longing to learn more about the hardworking gymnast who rose to become the captain of the Fierce Five.

Lin-Manuel Miranda: Lights Up

Lin-Manuel Miranda: Lights Up
Author: Christine Dzidrums
Publisher: Creative Media Publishing
Total Pages: 73
Release: 2017-04-15
Genre: Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN: 1938438884

Get ready to chase your dreams after reading this thrilling children’s biography on Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda. A terrific source for a book report, Lin-Manuel Miranda: Lights Up tells the inspiring life story of the role model’s transformation from a young boy with Broadway dreams to one of today's most respected artists.

Clayton Kershaw: Pitching Ace

Clayton Kershaw: Pitching Ace
Author: Christine Dzidrums
Publisher: Creative Media Publishing
Total Pages: 58
Release: 2016-06-12
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1938438337

Meet Baseball's Most Dominant Pitcher! Growing up in Dallas, Texas, Clayton Kershaw already had big-league dreams. From an early age, the talented phenom received much praise for his commanding pitching skills. By the time the hard-working athlete reached high school, the legendary Los Angeles Dodgers had already set their sights on signing him to a Major League Baseball contract! A children's biography, Clayton Kershaw: Pitching Ace narrates the life story of one of baseball's most celebrated players. Includes exciting photographs, career highlights and anecdotes from his charity work and personal life.

Katie Ledecky: Swimming for Gold

Katie Ledecky: Swimming for Gold
Author: Mario Petrrino
Publisher: Creative Media Publishing
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2016-06-10
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1938438558

Katie Ledecky: Swimming’s Golden Girl narrates the extraordinary story of the young US swimmer who stunned the world by capturing gold at the 2012 Olympics. Since the London Games, the popular role model has dominated ladies swimming with her powerful swimming and winning attitude. A children’s biography accompanied by breathtaking illustrations, Katie Ledecky: Swimming’s Golden Girl offers an in-depth look at the swimmer who is expected to reign at the 2016 Rio Olympics. The stirring story of Ledecky’s meteoric rise to the top will captivate and inspire young readers.

Olga Korbut: Gymnastics Trailblazer

Olga Korbut: Gymnastics Trailblazer
Author: Christine Dzidrums
Publisher: Creative Media Publishing
Total Pages: 60
Release: 2016-08-16
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1938438965

At age seventeen, Soviet gymnast Olga Korbut captured hearts everywhere at the 1972 Olympics. From Moonbeam-winning author Christine Dzidrums, Olga Korbut: Gymnastics Trailblazer describes the gymnast’s trek from her cartwheeling as a young girl to capturing four Olympic gold medals in gymnastics. Accompanied by beautiful illustrations and thrilling photographs, the children’s biography narrates Olga’s early life, her inspiring athletic journey, and her enormous impact on the sport of gymnastics.

Simone Biles: Superstar of Gymnastics

Simone Biles: Superstar of Gymnastics
Author: Christine Dzidrums
Publisher: Creative Media Publishing
Total Pages: 74
Release: 2016-06-10
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1938438434

In the sixth installment of GymnStars, the award-winning children’s biography series chronicles the career and personal life of Simone Biles, the young gymnast who shattered numerous gymnastics’ records en route to becoming a three-time world champion and an Olympic favorite.

The Final Five: The Ultimate Unofficial Guide

The Final Five: The Ultimate Unofficial Guide
Author: Emily Pullman
Publisher: Creative Media Publishing
Total Pages: 127
Release: 2016-12-05
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1938438981

The 11th installment of GymnStars profiles USA’s Final Five, the acclaimed gymnastics squad that earned team gold in record-setting fashion at the 2016 Rio Olympics. The award-winning children’s biography series features chapters on Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas, Laurie Hernandez, Madison Kocian, and Aly Raisman. The Final Five: The Ultimate Unofficial Guide is also packed with thrilling action pictures of America’s golden girls.