Biography & Autobiography

From the series that brings to life the fascinating lives of famous historical figures Lively speech, gentle humour and full-colour illustrations bring the reader closer to the action as the story unfolds Young readers will learn about each famous...

So you think you're a Swiftie? Find out everything you've ever wanted to know about the mega pop star in this biography! It's a crash course in all things Taylor Swift. Get to know the real Taylor Swift in this...

'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN 'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER 'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POST ...

The Four Imams provides an engaging and informative account of the four most well-renowned Imams in Islamic history - Iman Abu Hanifa, Imam Malik, Imam Shafi'i and Imam Ahmad. Adopting a story-telling style, it relays biographical information,...

Neil Armstrong was involved in one of the most memorable events of the twentieth century - the moon landing!Find out more about how he got to become one of the first to set foot on the moon.Discover the stories of people who have helped to shape history,...

"Inspiring, enlightening and powerful. We have to make these dreams come true"- Chris Packham Indigenous people and people of colour are disproportionately affected by climate change, yet often aren't heard in global conversations. In this book,...

Many children are fascinated by the Ancient Egyptians - their colossal pyramids, their somewhat gory methods of preserving their dead and their amazing, all-powerful gods. Young children can peek under the flaps and discover the lives of the Ancient...

The inspiring stories of 50 key figures in Great Britain's history, who had an impact on the ways we live, think and feel today.Throughout the centuries, the history of this small island nation has been shaped by the people who were born in Britain or...

Be inspired by the lives of trailblazers past and present in this fun and factual biography series! How did Harriet Tubman help hundreds of enslaved people reach freedom? Born into slavery on a Maryland plantation, Harriet's life was full of hardship...

Could you be EXTRAORDINARY? This book will inspire you with the real-life stories of extraordinary people, showcasing a total variety of personalities and talents. Whoever you are, and whoever you want to be, read about the extraordinary stories of these...

The story of Greta Thunberg, the schoolgirl who inspired a worldwide climate change movement. It's 20 August 2018, late summer in Stockholm, and it feels incredibly hot in the city. The TV news reports rising temperatures, and there have been numerous...

This heart-warming and heartfelt debut picture book from multi-award-winning author, Patrice Lawrence, will help ensure that the struggles and achievements of the Windrush generation are never forgotten.One day, Ava is asked to dress as an inspirational...

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Stevie Wonder, the genius behind some of the world's best-loved songs. At just 8 years old, it was clear that Steveland...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of Booklist Books for Youth Editors' Choice and Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year and New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing 2013 and Orbis...

As a boy he preferred reading sea stories to doing homework and, at age 16, became an apprentice seaman. Subsequently, Ernest Shackleton's incredible journeys to the South Pole in the early 1900s made him one of the most famous explorers of modern times...

Be inspired by Football Legend Bukayo Saka! Discover more about how this London-born legend used teamwork, dedication and perseverance to become one of Arsenal's leading players and the...

Sportopedia is your ultimate guide to the exhilarating world of sport. Learn amazing facts about all your favourite sports, and discover new ones you may not have come across before. Whether you're into team sports, target sports, track and field, or...

See the world through Georgia O'Keeffe's eyes and be inspired to produce your own masterpieces.Have you ever wondered exactly what your favourite artists were looking at to make them draw, sculpt, or paint the way they did? In this charming illustrated...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780940975972Author Wade HudsonFormat PaperbackPage Count 72Imprint Just Us Books,USPublisher Just Us Books,US

Ibn Battuta was no ordinary traveller. Between 1325 CE when he set off and 1354 CE when he finally returned home to stay, he had visited about 40 modern countries and travelled roughly 75,000 miles, going on foot, camel, horse, wagon, boat and even sled...

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the true story of Marilyn Monroe, the iconic movie star. Little Norma Jeane grew up between foster homes, an orphanage, and a family...

This board book version of Jane Goodall - from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series - introduces the youngest dreamers to the world's foremost expert on chimpanzees. When Jane was little, her father gave her a toy chimpanzee named...

Thoughtful account of the extraordinary life of Anne Frank for young readers. Lively narrative text, colourful illustrations and photographs bring the subject alive. Includes essential facts and insightful details to help the reader understand Anne...

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Charles Dickens, the influential author. When Charles was a boy he made up his own adventures. But after a Dickensian twist...

It is Christmas Day, 1885, and the Edgeworths are at each other's throats again. Duncan holds his wife and children captive to his authoritarian whims; every day brings fresh struggles for power. Before breakfast is over, there will be presents in the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780228830313Author Harman Singh PandherFormat PaperbackPage Count 38Imprint Tellwell TalentPublisher Tellwell TalentWeight(grams) 145gDimensions(mm) 279mm *...

Age range 9 to 12 Tom dreams of being an adventurer. Everyone tells him he's crazy, so he decides to prove them wrong by going around the world on his bike! The first book of Tom's adventures follows him across Europe and from the top to the bottom...

From the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Kylie Minogue, the Australian princess of pop! Little Kylie grew up with her parents and her younger sister, Dannii, in Melbourne,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593645161Author Kari AllenFormat HardbackPage Count 24Imprint Random House IncPublisher Random House USA Inc

CLING. Don't let go. Hold tight. Never give up. FLY. Rev up. Lift off. Soar. PEDAL. Set off. Cycle. Pedal for your life. Throughout history, ordinary people have been forced to leave their families and homes because of war, famine, slavery,...

Meet five friendly princesses in this delightful addition to the much-loved That's not my... series. Babies love the best-selling That's not my... books with their bold illustrations, patches to stroke, and a mouse to spot on every page, all designed to...

Meet Katherine Johnson, the mathematical genius who helped make the historic Apollo 11 moon landings possible and made sure that Apollo 13 returned home safely when the mission was in critical danger. Counting on Katherine is a beautiful illustrated...

From the incredible England women's national football team to individual superstars such as Lucy Bronze, Beth Mead, Alex Morgan and Sam Kerr, this all-action book is an essential purchase for every young fan of women's football.Women's Football...

TRUE STORIES OF WOMEN WHO RAISE THE ROOF!This collection features 25 stories of extraordinary women in music-women who have moved hearts and minds with their lyrics, uplifted other musicians, and gotten people to jump, dance, and sing along with their...

A clever, charmingly quirky portrayal of painter Jackson Pollock - and the first in a series of picture-book biographies of contemporary artists Jackson Pollock was unlike any other painter. Instead of sitting in front of an easel with brushes, he poured...

Do you think you know who first thought of the theory of evolution? Have you ever wondered who created the oldest university in the world? Is Joan of Arc is the only rebel girl who led an army that you've heard of?If so, then you need this stunningly...

REACH FOR THE STARS and learn all about SPACE in this fact-packed new book from the bestselling creator of the FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN series! Mixing STEM topics with a sweet story of figuring out your place in the world, this is the perfect...

The No.1 football series - over 1 million copies sold! 'It's time to shine,' Paul said to himself as he walked out of the tunnel and onto to the Old Trafford pitch.' Pogba tells the exciting story of how French wonder-kid Paul Pogba became Europe's...

THIS BEAUTIFUL BOOK WITH A GOLD FOIL COVER IS THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS PRESENT FOR YOUNG BUDDING ARTISTS.Women in Art is an EMPOWERING and INSPIRATIONAL celebration of some of the most iconic and fearless women who paved the way for the next generation of...

A true story of two brothers and the war that changed everything. Michael Morpurgo's wonderful storytelling and Barroux's stunning artwork combine to tell the true story of Michael's uncles against the epic backdrop...