producers and directors

Meet Clara--a girl living in Los Angeles, California, in 1915. Major motion-picture companies have moved out to Hollywood, and she's right in the middle of all the action. When she finds herself working behind the scenes in the film industry for a big-shot producer named Mr. Cheeseman, she's determined to make it to the top in showbiz as a renowned director, no matter what. The hilarious Long-Lost Secret Diary series puts readers inside the heads of unlucky people in unfortunate situations. The accessible, irreverent stories will keep young readers laughing as they learn the importance of not being afraid to learn from their mistakes. Get Real fact boxes featured throughout, as well as a glossary and additional back matter, provide historical context and background.

"There's just one thing Kitty Sweet Tooth loves more than going to the movies, and that's eating delicious desserts. She's combined her two passions in the Taste-O-Rama, a movie house where screenings are paired with tasty treats. But Kitty isn't satisfied just watching movies. She wants to make one! With a film crew that includes Dr. Battina and Walter Witch, Kitty embarks on a quest. Her mission: to find the world's rarest and tastiest ingredients and capture it all on film"-- Provided by publisher.

"Twelve biographies follow the career paths of Native people who work in the complex entertainment industry, either in front of or behind the camera. Included are descriptions of what each member of a production team does, as well as advice on what it takes to get started in the entertainment industry"--Provided by publisher.

When Suzie Yang is chosen to make a short narrative film for the CloudSong Seattle Film Festival Young Filmmakers Contest, she finds she must be her genuine self to make a motion picture she can be pleased with.

"Steven Spielberg has changed the cinematic world with his . . . popular films. Testing out new technology, telling dramatic stories, and collaborating with successful directors, actors, and producers helped build Spielberg's reputation as a director and producer"--Provided by publisher.

Chronicles the life and career, up to the late 1990s, of filmmaker George Lucas, famous for his creation of the "Star Wars" films and his work on others including "American Graffiti" and "Raiders of the Lost Ark.".

Presents a short biography of Jim Henson, creator of "The Muppet Show.".

"Women in television create programs that play in millions of households around the country and throughout the world. [This book] introduces readers to some of the most influential women in the television industry, including Mindy Kaling, Zendaya, and Shonda Rhimes"--Provided by publisher.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Ava DuVernay. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.

Suspects abound when William Desmond Taylor, a successful director, is found shot in his home during the early days of Hollywood.