Books in Big Buddy Books: Buddy Bios series

Colorful graphics, oversized photos, and short, engaging sentences draw reluctant readers in to the fascinating life of triple-threat entertainer Jennifer Lopez! This book describes Lopezs childhood, family, Latin heritage, education, rise to fame, and future plans. Readers will follow Lopezs career, as she moved from dancing on In Living Color to starring in Selena to recording her first album, On the 6. Lopezs other movie roles and music albums are discussed, as well as her more recent role as a judge on American Idol. From performing live concerts to filming movies, readers will discover what its like to be a professional entertainer! Features include a table of contents, maps, Did You Know fun facts, a Snapshot page with vital information, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Big Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Colorful graphics, oversized photos, and short, engaging sentences draw reluctant readers in to the fascinating life of pop singer and songwriter Bruno Mars! This book describes Marss childhood in Hawaii, family, education, and rise to fame. From his early Elvis impersonations to his high school band, readers will follow Marss career as he moved to Los Angeles to pursue music. Readers will learn how Mars started out writing songs for famous artists, including Flo Rida, Matisyahu, B.o.B., and Travie McCoy, which eventually led to release of Marss first album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans, featuring hit songs The Lazy Song and Grenade. From writing and recording songs to performing live concerts around the world, readers will discover what its like to be a professional singer and songwriter! Features include a table of contents, maps, Did You Know fun facts, a Snapshot page with vital information, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Big Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Easy-to-read text, oversized color photos, and captivating graphics introduce young readers to famous actress and singer Miranda Cosgrove. Readers will learn about Cosgroves childhood, family background, education, and rise to fame. Her early television and movie roles are discussed, leading up to her larger role in Drake & Josh and her starring role in her own show, iCarly. Cosgrove's future plans, as well as her work as a singer, are also covered. Features include maps, Did You Know facts, a Snapshot page with vital information, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Colorful graphics, oversized photos, and short, engaging sentences draw reluctant readers in to the fascinating life of singing sensation Rihanna! This book describes Rihannas childhood in Barbados, family, education, rise to fame, and future plans. Readers will learn how Rihannas early interest and talent in music led to her discovery and eventually to her work with rapper Jay-Z and the release of her first album, Music of the Sun. Rihannas other albums are covered, as well as her 2008 Grammy Award. Also described are Rihannas ever-changing fashions, as well as her interest in helping children and her creation of the Believe Foundation. From recording albums to touring the world, readers will discover what its like to be a professional singer! Features include a table of contents, maps, Did You Know fun facts, a Snapshot page with vital information, a glossary with phonetic spellings, and an index. Big Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.