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  • Marley Dias

    Jenny Benjamin

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2019)
    As a sixth-grader, Marley Dias started a campaign to help make sure girls of all races have access to books that feature main characters who look like them. She also went on to write a book of her own. Learn more about how she is making a difference for other young girls!
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  • Maddie Ziegler

    Andrea Pelleschi

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2020)
    The world saw Maddie Ziegler dance alongside pop star Sia. Now the young dancer is also a writer and actor. Learn more about Maddie's promising career!
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  • Millie Bobby Brown

    Martha London

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2020)
    Millie Bobby Brown rose to fame playing the character Eleven on the Netflix TV show Stranger Things. Now she's using her fame to try to make the world a better place. Learn more about Millie's acting and activism!
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  • Daya

    Martha London

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Singer-songwriter Daya writes songs that bring positive messages to young women. Learn more about the impact she is making in the music industry!
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  • Bindi Irwin

    Golriz Golkar

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Bindi Irwin presents on television about animals and conservation. Learn about how she overcame tragedy to find success!
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  • Dwayne Johnson

    Samantha S. Bell

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Dwayne Johnson started his career as a professional wrestler. Now he has become the highest paid male actor in the world. Find out more about his rise to stardom!
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  • Michael B. Jordan

    Celina McManus

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2020)
    Actor Michael B. Jordan is known for connecting with his characters, including playing the villain in the Hollywood blockbuster Black Panther. Learn more about his rise to fame!
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  • Barack Obama

    Jenny Benjamin

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2019)
    As the first African American United States president, Barack Obama broke down barriers and led others to make a difference. Learn more about his road to the White House and how he plans to keep making a difference!
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  • Stephen Curry

    Matt Lilley

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2020)
    Stephen Curry is one of the top players in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Now he uses his fame to give back to others. Learn more about how Curry became an NBA star!
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  • Maddie Ziegler

    Andrea Pelleschi

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2020)
    The world saw Maddie Ziegler dance alongside pop star Sia. Now the young dancer is also a writer and actor. Learn more about Maddie's promising career!
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  • Meghan Markle

    Golriz Golkar

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Meghan Markle joined the British royal family after a successful acting career. Read about her career, her human rights work, and her path to becoming royalty!
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  • Jason Reynolds

    Golriz Golkar

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Jason Reynolds's books are beloved by many readers. Learn about how he became a bestseller!
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