singers

Kara DioGuardi is an award-winning hitmaker, record executive, and music publisher. Her songs have been recorded by Pink, Carrie Underwood, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Kelly Clarkson, Gwen Stefani, Santana, Steven Tyler, Celine Dion, and many others. She has also been the fourth judge on American Idol. In this memoir she writes about her professional highs and personal battles, including caring for her mother, who had terminal cancer.

Runner-up on American Idol, and named one of the Breakout Stars of 2008 by Forbes Magazine, David Archuleta details how his time in the spotlight was not without problems.

Recounts the life of the singer known as the "Queen of Salsa" and describes her impact on Latin music.

Tony-award winning star Kristin originated the role of Galinda, the good witch, in the musical Wicked. Her biography shares her journey from Oklahoma beauty queen to Broadway leading lady and beyond.

Examines the life of the great musician and the life-altering events he experienced, such as his blindness and the death of his brother that led him to strive for more and become a world-known entertainer.

Yearning to escape the small Massachusetts town where her family retreated after her sister's death, Wonder Blake gets her chance when her sister's manager offers Wonder a record contract on her sixteenth birthday.

The American opera contralto discusses her life and struggle to become America's first African-American opera star.

Examines the life of singer Gloria Estefan, discussing her early childhood in Cuba, her family's move to the United States, her marriage and children, the accident in which she broke her back, and her successful career in both English- and Spanish-speaking markets.

Examines the life of Elvis Presley, the rock and roll singer, guitarist, and actor who created a sensation with his unique blend of musical styles, powerful voice, good looks, and scandalous dancing.

Offers a brief overview of the life and career of actress Victoria Justice.