Books with author Joe L Morgan

Super Bowl XLIV champion Drew Brees is one of the greatest passing quarterbacks in the history of the NFL. In a career that began as a signal caller for the San Diego Chargers in 2001 and has culminated in Brees becoming only the third quarterback in league history to pass for more than 70,000 yards, he has been a top performer and standout QB as leader of the New Orleans Saints since 2006. A native of Austin, TX, Brees was the 32nd overall pick in the second round of the 2001 NFL Draft after his college career at Purdue University. Off the field, Brees has embraced the community of New Orleans, giving generously of his time to various local causes. He is a father of four and the author of the book, Coming Back Stronger: Unleashing the Hidden Power of Adversity. Each book in the Gridiron Greats series gives you the reader a close-up look at some of the very best of todays pro football stars. Statistical leaders and championship winners go under the spotlight in a fun to read and visually interesting examination of the players outstanding career.

Chance the Rapper, born Chancelor Jonathan Bennett in Chicago, Illinois, might have followed his father into government work and into President Barak Obamas White House if his love for Billie Holiday, jazz, and gospel had not swayed him toward music stardom. In this book, youll learn more about his beginnings, the biggest highlights in his musical career, the endeavors and projects he is focused on, his television career, and how exactly Chance the Rapper has become such a multifaceted star at such a young age. Follow Chance the Rappers journey through the clearly laid-out chapters. Youll see moments full of hope, determination, hard work, and a genuine love for both his community and his fans. His story is one you wont want to miss learning about! Mason Crests editorial team has placed Key Icons to look for throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are then used in the prose throughout that chapter, and are emboldened, so that the reader is able to reference back to the definitions- building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Educational Videos allows the reader to view videos by scanning our QR codes, providing them with additional educational content to supplement the text. Examples in this series include music videos, speeches, iconic moments in the music i

"The Daughter of Dragons will come to me...if not, this story will be a tragic one." -Stefon“It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light.” -AristotleFrom USA Today Best Selling Author, S.L. Morgan, comes the highly anticipated second book in the Dragon's Curse Series. Prepare to journey into a new enchanting realm as Kira and Alexander work with the Guardians to control the dragon she shifts into. The only way to stop Kira from shifting into the dragon and following the evil dragon lord, Stefon, is to destroy him.When the answers to help Kira come from the Land of the Fae, Kira and Alex are forced to journey into a world of trickery and deceit. If they don't, they could lose Kira as the dragon forever.Both Kira and Alexander are running out of time. And now the fate of their lives are now in the hands of powerful elf, an elf they have no other option but to trust.Life or Death decisions must be made and a daring journey awaits...Continue reading this enthralling new shifter series that brings you into a new mystical realm today.(This is not standalone and ends in a cliffhanger. The story will conclude in Dragon's Fire - due for release late summer of 2018 or sooner.)

It is not too soon to think about placing Rob Gronkowski's name on the list of great tight ends in NFL history. He has been one of the most feared and dominant players at the position since his first snap for the New England Patriots in 2010. If he can stay healthy, Gronkowski will need just a few more years to truly establish himself as the best tight end the game has ever seen. Since coming into the league, Gronkowski has won two Super Bowl championships (Super Bowl XLVI and Super Bowl XLIX), been selected to five Pro Bowls and is a four-time NFL All-Pro. He has set numerous records for his position on the field and is one of the leagues most outlandish personalities off the field. Each book in the Gridiron Greats series takes a close-up look at some of the very best of todays pro football stars. Statistical leaders and championship winners go under the spotlight in a fun to read and visually interesting examination of the players outstanding career.

From on the field exploits to off the field insights, Gridiron Greats gives the reader a close-up look at some of the very best of todays pro football stars. Statistical leaders and championship winners go under the spotlight in a fun to read and visually interesting examination of each players outstanding career. The series gives the reader concrete reasoning as to why each player is considered one of the best in pro football. Each volume in this series gives the reader a glimpse into what the player is like both on and off the field by delving into their backgrounds, media interactions, education and charitable works.

An NPR 2018 Great Read Celebrate the twentieth anniversary of the acclaimed and influential debut album The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill with this eye-opening and moving exploration of Lauryn Hill and her remarkable artistic legacy.Released in 1998, Lauryn Hill’s first solo album is often cited by music critics as one of the most important recordings in modern history. Artists from Beyoncé to Nicki Minaj to Janelle Monáe have claimed it as an inspiration, and it was recently included in the National Recording Registry by the Library of Congress, as well as named the second greatest album by a woman in history by NPR (right behind Joni Mitchell’s Blue). Award-winning feminist author and journalist Joan Morgan delivers an expansive, in-depth, and heartfelt analysis of the album and its enduring place in pop culture. She Begat This is both an indelible portrait of a magical moment when a young, fierce, and determined singer-rapper-songwriter made music history and a crucial work of scholarship, perfect for longtime hip-hop fans and a new generation of fans just discovering this album.

Von Miller has met all the requirements for becoming one of the NFLs great outside linebackers. Miller was selected by the Denver Broncos with the number 2 overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft. The six-time Pro Bowler has been named to three All-Pro Teams. Miller was the star of Super Bowl 50, recording 5 tackles and 2.5 sacks to earn Super Bowl MVP honors. Whether he is starring on the gridiron or sharing his wisdom and humor on television through his national commercials, Miller brings intensity, skill, and passion to whatever he is doing. His play on the field is reminiscent of some of the games greatest linebackers, like Ray Nitschke, Dick Butkus, and Mike Singletary, all of whom are NFL Hall-of-Famers. Miller may be joining them in the Hall someday. Each book in the Gridiron Greats series takes a close-up look at some of the very best of todays pro football stars. Statistical leaders and championship winners go under the spotlight in a fun to read and visually interesting examination of the players outstanding career.

DJ Khaled, born Khaled Mohamed Khaled in New Orleans, Louisiana, on November 26, 1975, spent the first several years of his adult life working as a sales associate in a record shop and hosting his own radio program before launching his career with his first album in 2006. Since that first release, DJ Khaled has worked with some of the biggest names in hip-hop, making a name for himself as an artist and helping to further popularize the art form. DJ Khaleds story, from record store employee to record company producer and mogul, is presented in these pages. Learn how DJ Khaled became a success in the music industry and what drives and motivates him to stay on top! Mason Crests editorial team has placed Key Icons to look for throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are then used in the prose throughout that chapter, and are emboldened, so that the reader is able to reference back to the definitions- building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Educational Videos allows the reader to view videos by scanning our QR codes, providing them with additional educational content to supplement the text. Examples in this series include music videos, speeches, iconic moments in the music industry and much more! Text Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each chapter. They challeng

From USA Today Best Selling Author S.L. Morgan comes a thrilling and spellbinding new novel that explores dragons and epic mystery. Dragon's Blood is Stronger than Royal Blood Beckoned five years into the future, Prince Alexander discovers a bleak dystopia in which his mother's magic slowly consumes her, dear allies have been turned, and his abilities are stripped from him. Royal lineages collide… Kira is the last of her kind, the heir to a kingdom that has descended into chaos. She alone carries the blood of dragons. When Alexander crashes into her world, the two must put their differences aside and form an alliance. Only by working together can they save both of their kingdoms from destruction. The path that leads to saving two worlds is a dangerous one and deception lurks around every corner. Will Alexander and Kira find the right allies in order to beat their adversaries-or are the myths true? Dragons do exist and will return to help Kira and Alexander battle the dark magic and evil all around them. Unfortunately, they will learn this is their only hope. Journey into a mystical realm where everything you read about…is true and very, very real!