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Reading with the stars

a celebration of why we love books and libraries
2011
A collection of interviews, essays, and speeches by significant individuals, such as Barak Obama, Julie Andres, Oprah Winfrey, and Cokie Roberts, that examines the influence of reading on success.

Elixir

2010
Clea Raymond, a talented young photojournalist who has spent her life in the spotlight, and her best friends, Rayna and Ben, travel the globe trying to unravel a centuries-old mystery that could reveal her soulmate's identity and the secret of her father's disappearance.

David Beckham

2009
Offers a brief overview of the life and career of British soccer star David Beckham, discussing his professional career, high-profile marriage, turbulent relationship with his fans, and other related topics.

Something's rising

Appalachians fighting mountaintop removal
2009
Describes the plight of of the people who oppose mountaintop removal mining in the Appalachian Mountains, and examines the physical destruction of the land, and how it also affects the local cultures and societies.

Beating the odds

a teen guide to 75 superstars who overcame adversity
2008
Discusses the adversity faced by successful people, such as Mitch Albom, Salman Rushdie, and Jodie Foster, as they pursue their dreams, and explores social issues such as religious prejudice, medical conditions, eating disorders, and poverty.

Three girls and their brother

a novel
2008
Three young women find themselves easy prey for the sharks of show business when they are offered modeling careers; however, an incident with a famous movie star causes them to reevaluate their lives and relationship with one another.

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