Gateway biographies

Alexander Hamilton helped create American democracy. Follow his story as an orphaned immigrant to successful statesman.

Photographs and text trace the relationship of Prince William of Wales and Kate Middleton.

A biography about Taylor Swift, covering her life, early career in country music, rise on the pop charts, philanthropy, and more.

"US Olympian Aly Raisman is a leader in and out of the gym. She has risen to . . . prominence as an outspoken voice against sexual assault. This title covers . . . details of her life as a gold-winning gymnast"--Provided by publisher.

"This biography of a movement and the teen activists behind it delves into the quest for gun safety legislation in light of the tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the life and career of Minecraft creator, Markus "Notch" Persson.

"Playwright and Broadway star Lin-Manuel Miranda is best known as the mind behind the . . . musical 'Hamilton.' This title explores 'Hamilton' and Miranda's other works, as well as his life off-stage"--Provided by publisher.

"Readers will [learn about] the story of Kim Jong Un, the secretive dictator of North Korea, who came to power after his father died in 2011 and has been making international headlines ever since"--Provided by publisher.

"Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick drew positive and negative attention for kneeling during the national anthem to protest police violence against minorities in 2016. Two years later, he made headlines again when he became a spokesperson for Nike. Explore Kaepernick's football career and his work as an activist"--Publisher.

A biography of the environmental activist and former vice president of the United States.