World writers

Presents the biography of twentieth-century feminist author Virginia Woolf and traces her achievements and attempts to rally the cause of women's equality.

Examines the life of Suzanne Collins, author of "The Hunger Games," and how her childhood has informed her stories for young adults.

Explores the life of Rick Riordan, author of the Percy Jackson stories, exploring how he first came up with the idea for "The Lightning Thief" as a bedtime story for his son.

Explores the life and career of American poet Robert Frost, discussing his impoverished childhood, his struggles to provide for his family, the mental illness and tragedy that plagued family members, and his success as a poet.

Chronicles the life and experiences of American folklorist and author during the time of the Harlem Renaissance, Zora Neale Hurston, describing her ambitions, struggles, and achievements.