Biography & Autobiography

Introducing the life of Roald Dahl to a new generation of readers, Roald Dahl's Life in Stories takes a lively and entertaining trip through Dahl's own story. From his birth in Cardiff to boarding school and on to become a war hero,...

The inspiring story of Dr Patricia Bath, a groundbreaking ophthalmologist who pioneered laser surgery - and gave her patients the gift of sight. Born in the 1940s, Patricia Bath dreamed of being an ophthalmologist at a time when becoming a doctor wasn't...

Henri Matisse: Meet the Artist provides an overview of Matisse's artistic career, reflecting on each pivotal period, including sculpture, fauve paintings, his friendship w/ Picasso and his paper cut-outs. The Meet the Artist series is a whimsical...

Kathrine Switzer changed the world of running. This narrative biography follows Kathrine from running laps as a girl in her backyard to becoming the first woman to run the Boston Marathon with official race numbers in 1967. Her inspirational true story...

Discover the stories of 20 amazing activists who are caring for our planet and its people.Fascinating facts about each activist's life and times are accompanied by bright and accessible illustrations, making this book ideal for young children wanting to...

How could he-a Gandhi-be so easy to anger?One thick, hot day, Arun Gandhi travels with his family to Grandfather Gandhi's village. Silence fills the air-but peace feels far away for young Arun. When an older boy pushes him on the soccer field, his anger...

Be inspired by the lives of trailblazers past and present in this fun and factual biography series! How did Beyonce find her voice and become an international superstar? As a child, she may have been shy in the classroom, but when Beyonce stepped out...

"The writing is clear and specific, and the expansive, colorful acrylic illustrations, including labeled diagrams, are themselves quite informative." -Horn Book (starred review) From award-winning author-illustrator Meghan McCarthy comes an entertaining...

A beautifully told art story for children, looking at Georgia O'Keeffe's life through her masterpieces. Accompanied by stunning original illustrations from Alice Wietzel. - The Portrait of an Artist series is an excellent introduction to art and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780448461922Author Roberta EdwardsFormat PaperbackPage Count 112Imprint G P Putnam's SonsPublisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams) 102gDimensions(mm) 194mm...

Meet the trailblazer and book lover who started the Shakespeare and Company bookstore in Paris, France, in this beautifully illustrated picture book that celebrates stories, reading, and the importance of sharing ideas. "Books are my treasures-the best...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780986118944Author Phyllis MatthewFormat HardbackPage Count 40Imprint ParadoxologeoPublisher ParadoxologeoWeight(grams) 327gDimensions(mm) 216mm * 216mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781638788416Format HardbackPage Count 66Imprint Callisto KidsPublisher Callisto KidsWeight(grams) 1gDimensions(mm) 1mm * 1mm * 1mm

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781845278571Author Rhian CadwaladrFormat PaperbackPage Count 190Imprint Gwasg Carreg GwalchPublisher Gwasg Carreg Gwalch

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781087759234Author Dan DeWittFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint LifeWay Christian ResourcesPublisher LifeWay Christian Resources

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593480144Author Janay Brown-WoodFormat HardbackPage Count 24Imprint Random House IncPublisher Random House USA Inc

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of Bookseller's Choice (Nonfiction) 2002 and Jane Addams Children's Book Award (Picture Book) 2002. Commended for Caldecott Medal 2002 and Coretta Scott King Award...

"Kids always search for heroes, so we might as well have a say in it," Brad Meltzer realised, and so he envisioned this friendly, fun approach to biography for his own kids, and for yours. Each book tells the story of one of America's icons in an...

An important graphic novel memoir that was a US National Book Award Finalist. In kindergarten, Jarrett Krosoczka's teacher asks him to draw his family, with a mommy and a daddy. But Jarrett's family is much...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780060598235Author Frank B GilbrethFormat PaperbackPage Count 240Imprint CollinsPublisher HarperCollins Publishers IncWeight(grams) 186gDimensions(mm) 187mm...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780689856761Author Faith RinggoldFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Aladdin PaperbacksPublisher Aladdin PaperbacksWeight(grams) 180gDimensions(mm) 255mm *...

Bestselling, Timeless Classic Now Abridged for Young Readers With over 10 million sold, this classic work is now available in a new edition for young readers ages 9 to 12, complete with riveting illustrations. The exciting narrative follows the...

Great Lives in Graphics: Coco Chanel graphic retelling of Chanel's story gives children a visual snapshot of her life and career, while educating them on everything from the history of early twentieth century fashion and society to life in wartime France...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593569825Author Bruce HaleFormat HardbackPage Count 24Imprint Random House IncPublisher Random House USA Inc

In this beautifully illustrated treasury, Dave and Neta Jackson present the true-life stories of fifteen key Christian heroes. Each hero is profiled in a short biography and three educational yet exciting and thought-provoking anecdotes from his or her...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781638074984Author Frank BerriosFormat PaperbackPage Count 64Imprint Rockridge PressPublisher Rockridge PressWeight(grams) 118gDimensions(mm) 210mm * 148mm...

Born the eighth of seventeen children in Philadelphia, Betsy Ross lived in a time when the American colonies were yearning for independence from British rule. Ross worked as a seamstress and was eager to contribute to the cause, making tents and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781576582923Author Janet BengeFormat HardbackPage Count 191Imprint YWAM Publishing,U.S.Publisher YWAM Publishing,U.S.Weight(grams) 181gDimensions(mm) 197mm...

Explore the fascinating family histories of Ada Lovelace, Charlotte Bronte, John F Kennedy and many more with 30 family trees from around the world. This accessible, visually-stunning compendium of family trees features some of history's most loved - and...

This book tells the story of Prince William's life concurrently with that of his now wife, Kate Middleton. It highlights their different backgrounds and concludes with their marriage and birth of their children. The book answers questions such as, How do...

David Hill and Phoebe Morris's award-winning picture book tells the story of Sir Ed and his climb to the top of Mt Everest. It's a story about courage, skill and determination, and an inspiration to anyone who dreams of reaching the top. Up on the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781536224863Author Dean RobbinsFormat HardbackPage Count 40Imprint Candlewick Press,U.S.Publisher Candlewick Press,U.S.Weight(grams) 556gDimensions(mm)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781481470438Author Laurie CalkhovenFormat PaperbackPage Count 48Imprint Simon SpotlightPublisher Simon SpotlightWeight(grams) 91gDimensions(mm) 229mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781648765391Author Arlisha Norwood AlstonFormat PaperbackPage Count 64Imprint Rockridge PressPublisher Rockridge PressWeight(grams) 113gDimensions(mm) 204mm...

A Booklist "Top 10 Multicultural Nonfiction for Youth" SelectionFinalist for the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Southwest Region Crystal Kite AwardWinner of the 2016 Young Adult Silver Medal of the Military Writers Society of...

Missy Franklin is one of the most talented swimmers in the world. She is a four-time Olympic gold medalist and currently holds the world record in the 200-meter backstroke and American records in both the 100-meter and 200-meter backstroke. She was...

Ibn Majid loved sailing the open seas and discovering new places. This famous Muslim invented the compass, and is known as one of the great explorers of his time. Through beautiful illustrations and easy-to-understand text, this book introduces children...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781935626244Author Rev Legh Richmond M aFormat PaperbackPage Count 104Imprint CuriosmithPublisher CuriosmithWeight(grams) 163gDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsCommended for Newbery Medal (Children's) 2021.Book InformationISBN 9780763691561Author Carole Boston WeatherfordFormat HardbackPage Count 56Imprint Candlewick Press,U.S...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780448490151Author Heather AlexanderFormat PaperbackPage Count 112Imprint Grosset & Dunlap Inc.,U.S.Publisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams)...