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Liz Murray, who was homeless at the age of fifteen and had drug-addicted parents, reflects on how she overcame obstacles and eventually attended Harvard University.

Liz Murray, who was homeless at the age of fifteen and had drug-addicted parents, reflects on how she overcame obstacles and eventually attended Harvard University.

Presents a brief biography of NFL football player Michael Vick, in simple text with illustrations, including information on his childhood, growing up in Virginia, his talent for sports, and his career in high school, college, and the NFL.

A simple introduction to the life and career of Major League Baseball MVP Albert Pujols.

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

Profiles the life and achievements of Albert Pujols, discussing his childhood in the Dominican Republic, amateur career, and Major League Baseball success. Includes photographs, highlights, a glossary, and resources.

Explores the baseball career of Nelson Cruz and his place in the rich history of Latino MLB players.

Memoir of U.S. women's soccer star Abby Wambach, discussing her early life growing up in Rochester, New York; when at age seven she was put on the boy's soccer team; how she came out to her friends and family as a lesbian; and how she has earned the title of the highest goal scorer, male or female, in the history of soccer.

"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.

In July 2008, playwright and performer Lin-Manuel Miranda bought a book to read on vacation. Little did he know that his random choice would eventually help him change the face of Broadway. The book was Ron Chernow's biography of Alexander Hamilton, an original Founding Father of the United States. Seven years later, Miranda's revolutionary hip-hop musical opened to tremendous reviews, sold-out performances, and record-breaking awards. What inspired Miranda to tell Hamilton's story using twenty-first-century music and casting? How did his vision transform from hip-hop mixtape to Broadway musical? This engaging book shares this fascinating story.