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Books in People in the News series

  • Blake Shelton

    Adam Woog

    Hardcover (Lucent Books, Feb. 12, 2015)
    This new title in Lucent's People in the News series focuses on the life and work of country singer Blake Shelton. The title details Shelton's childhood, his struggle as a musician, and his rise to international fame. The book will also discuss his marri; This contemporary biography series profiles the lives of some of today's most prominent newsmakers; whether covering contributions and achievements or notorious deeds, books in this series examine why these well-known people garner public attention.; Offering insight into the lives of people who have made an impact in the modern era, People in the News volumes are sure to be of interest to students researching current topics and popular culture. Through quotations from the individual profiled as well
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  • Stephen Colbert: Late-Night Comedy Leader

    Allison Krumsiek

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2018)
    "Portions of this book originally appeared in Stephen Colbert by Bonnie Szumski and Jill Karson"--Title page.
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  • Michael Phelps

    Barbara Sheen Busby

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, July 22, 2010)
    People in the News profiles the lives and careers of some of today's most prominent newsmakers. Whether covering contributions and achievements or notorious deeds, books in this series examine why these well-known individuals garnered public attention.
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  • Michael Jordan

    David Pietrusza

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Jan. 1, 1999)
    Describes the life and career of Michael Jordan, including his childhood in North Carolina, involvement in sports, success with the Chicago Bulls, retirement from basketball, second career in baseball, and return to the Bulls
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  • Brett Favre

    Kevin Hillstrom

    Hardcover (Lucent Books, Dec. 19, 2008)
    Whether covering contributions and achievements or notorious deeds, this contemporary biography series profiles the lives and careers of some of today's most prominent newsmakers, examining why these well-known personages garnered public attention.
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  • Eminem

    Stephanie Lane

    Hardcover (Lucent, March 12, 2004)
    Book by Lane, Stephanie
  • Cesar Milan

    Gail Stewart

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, June 11, 2010)
    Profiles the life and career of the professional dog trainer known for his television show, "The Dog Whisperer."
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  • Michelle Obama

    Michael V Uschan

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, May 1, 2010)
    Michelle Robinson Obama was born on Chicago’s South Side, one of two children of Fraser and Marian Robinson. From Chicago public schools she went on to Princeton, eventually earning a law degree from Harvard. After a stint at the law firm where she met Barack Obama, Michelle’s interests turned toward community service. Already juggling marriage, children and career, she was drawn onto the national stage by Barack’s political career. This profile offers insights into the life of Michelle Obama and her role as America’s First Lady.
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  • Lady Gaga: Born to Be a Star

    Nicole Horning

    Paperback (Lucent Press, Dec. 15, 2019)
    Lady Gaga is an icon to her fans, and many of them look to her for inspiration in their daily lives. How did she become such an important figure in pop culture? Readers will discover the answer to this question as they explore her life from her rise to the top of the pop charts to her leading role in the critically acclaimed film A Star Is Born. Lady Gaga's life, career, and advocacy for mental health awareness are presented to readers with the help of informative sidebars, annotated quotations, and full-color photographs of her most iconic looks.
  • Joe Biden

    Michael V Uschan

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, June 1, 2010)
    Highlights the life and accomplishments of the long-time Delaware senator who went on to become vice president of the United States.
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  • Bill Gates

    Adam Woog

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Oct. 1, 1998)
    A biography of Bill Gates including his childhood, his early work in computers, the founding of Microsoft and the expansion of the company, his private life, and future prospects
  • Barack Obama

    Sherri Devaney, Mark Devaney

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Dec. 30, 2006)
    Chronicles the life and career of the community organizer, Harvard Law School graduate, legislator, and civil rights lawyer who is known for his work on voting rights and employment discrimination cases, and was elected to the United States Senate in 2004.