Books in Dream Jobs series

Describes what it is like to be a professional cook, discussing everyday activities on the job, famous chefs, culinary school, and the work of line cooks, pastry chefs, and executive chefs.

An easy introduction to stock car racing and its drivers.

Explains what authors are, what they do, and about some famous authors.

Describes what it is like to be a fashion designer, discussing one-of-a-kind and commercial styles, famous designers, training, the stages involved in creating a style, fashion shows, and the cities that are the centers of the industry.

Describes what it is like to be a motion picture actor or actress, discussing working on sets, making movies, going to premiers, meeting fans, charity work, directing movies, and winning Oscars.

Describes what it is like to be in a Broadway musical, discussing the singing, dancing, and acting skills needed, rehearsals, performances, and the stars of the musical theater.

Describes what it is like to be a baseball player, discussing spring training, pitching, hitting home runs, the World Series, meeting fans, doing charity work, endorsing products, and managing a team.

Describes what it is like to be in the movie industry, discussing film genres, screenwriters, cinematographers, designers, actors, animation, and film awards.

Presents information about supermodels, including what they do for a living, who they work for, qualities that they need to have, and the careers some move on to after modeling.

Describes what it is like to be a ballet dancer, discussing ballet training, joining a company, practices and rehearsals, performance, noted dancers, teaching, and choreography.

Young readers will get an in-depth look at the life of a rock star and the hard work it takes to turn a dream job into a reality.

Describes what it is like to be a rock musician, discussing playing instruments, making albums, meeting fans, touring the world, playing concerts, and winning Grammys.