actors

Profiles celebrities and people of interest to young readers.

Memoir of the author describing his experiences as a Chinese Canadian immigrant who became the first Asian American superhero to star in a Marvel movie. Describes his childhood growing up in China and being reunited with his parents at the age of four, his efforts to please his family, his estrangement from them, and his career change from accountant to actor that eventually led to his family's reconciliation.

Camille, seventeen, gives up her spot at a prestigious theater camp to drive from Texas to New Mexico to get an abortion, accompanied by her friends Annabelle and Bea.

A brief introduction to martial artist and movie star, Bruce Lee.

Memoir of actor and entertainer Josh Peck, describing his personal life, career, pitfalls, and how he journeyed from anxious child star of Nickelodeon's "Drake & Josh" to content adult.

Discusses the acting career, life, and death of Marilyn Monroe.

A brief biography of African American entertainer and activist Paul Robeson that highlights his degree in law, his transition to acting, and his legacy.

Presents a biography of television celebrity Oprah Winfrey, discussing her early life, her success as host of the "Oprah Winfrey Show," and her personal and public struggles.

Explores the life and career of Sidney Poitier through his body of work and through the words of his colleagues and admirers.

"Tatiana Maslany was plenty famous before she became part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, giving a stunning performance in Orphan Black. But, as a character in the MCU, she is reaching a whole new audience, trying out new acting muscles-and growing some other muscles too! In this book, readers are introduced to Tatiana, her career, and how she got her part as She-Hulk and her alter ego Jennifer Walters. Full-color photographs accompany low level text written for struggling or reluctant readers"--Provided by publisher.