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"As Kate Pearson on the television show 'This is us', Metz presents a character that viewers see themselves in, no matter what they look like or where they come from. Now she shares her story, and shows how she has applied the lessons she learned from both setbacks and successes. She offers practical applications of her insights, blending love and experience. Metz encourages us all to claim our rightful place in a world that may be trying to knock us down, find our own unique gifts, and pursue our dreams"--Provided by publisher.

Memoir of Ishmael Beah's life as a child soldier in Sierra Leone.

This is the inspirational story of two tennis legends who were fierce competitors on the courts, but close sisters above all.

Readers will learn about Miranda's life, education, and accomplishments, as well as Hamilton, New York City, and Broadway.

Simple text and photographs describe the life and career of professional quarterback Tony Romo.

A short illustrated biography of Michelle Kwan.

Lin-Manuel Miranda brought hip-hop to Broadway with his popular musical Hamilton.Lin-Manuel Mirandaintroduces readers to this award-winning writer and his creative process. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Jettisoned into the public eye for his extensive involvement with the musical "Into the Heights" in 2008, which won him a Tony Award for Best Original Score, Lin-Manuel Miranda has become a household name. Most recently, Miranda has received awards and media attention for writing the music, lyrics, and book for the musical "Hamilton," in which he performed the lead role of Alexander Hamilton. On top of these achievements, Miranda, of Puerto Rican descent, worked with President Barack Obama and other legislators to help ease Puerto Rico's debt. He has been recognized for his originality and dedication to theatre and has shown young people the value of a varied musical education.

A biography of American soccer player Abby Wambach.

"Charlamagne Tha God--the self-proclaimed 'Prince of Pissing People Off,' co-host of Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club, and 'hip-hop's Howard Stern'--shares his unlikely success story as well as how embracing one's truths is a fundamental key to success and happiness"--Amazon.com.