Biography/Autobiography

This humorous illustrated volume provides childhood biographies of 15 of the world's most brilliant scientists including…

As a child, Emmeline Pankhurst was inspired by books about heroes who fought for others. She dedicated her life to…

This board book is a perfect introduction to Ada Lovelace for babies and toddlers. See how Ada grew up and dedicated…

This volume explores the lives of well-known LGBTQ+ icons ranging from Margaret Cho, George Takei, to Shangela and…

In this riveting and visually engaging book, learn the true story of punk messiah Darby Crash and his band The Germs,…

Earth Guardians Youth Director and hip-hop artist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez shows us how his music feeds his environmental…

Rap was born centuries ago in West Africa with historians or 'griots' who used to tell stories of the past over the beat…

The story of Frisch's personal journey into the world of magic, including an invitation into a secret underground…

The Notorious B.I.G, or Biggie, was an icon of the 1990s who lived the most stereotypical rapper life. We're…

Stop trying to fix people and embrace who they are. Neuro-diverse advocate and father Jonathan Mooney shows how parents…

In this volume from the acclaimed children's series Little People, Big Dreams comes the biography of David…

Get a unique look at five dictators across the world from the perspective of their own personal chefs.Learn the food…

Art and protest are inextricably linked. We all have the power to engage with art. With these two premises as her guide,…

This book presents the stories of Springsteen's most iconic songs as written by a veteran journalist from Rolling Stone…

This weighty tome contains hundreds of photos chronicling the career of Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, everyone's…

New York Times bestseller and inspiration for the film "The Irishman," I Heard You Paint Houses, is a true crime story…

Are you ready to get to know all about the amazing "Queen of Soul," Aretha Franklin herself. Born the fourth of five…

Tom Junod's profile of Fred Rodgers in Esquire Magazine, "Can you say... Hero?" has been widely recognized as one of the…

Are you prepared to enter a world of cool trivia and activities about 300  incredible women Malala Yousafzai, the…

In this fun illustrated biography series Brad Meltzer focuses on the traits that make Frida Kahlo so great--traits…

This book explores the enigmatic allure of one of Hollywood's most iconic and unconventional stars, delving into the…

This biography and critical analysis focuses on rock superstar David Bowie's most influential—and strangest—decade,…

For decades upon decades, black people have been fighting for their rights to be seen as human beings. A radical…

Now the story of the Queen of Tejano Music and her iconic purple jumpsuit is available for the youngest of readers. With…

In this book from the Little People, Big Dreams series, teach your kiddo all about the incredible life of Rosalind…

This book gives an A-to-Z look at important moments in progressive history that are usually ignored in history classes.…

This Edward Gorey-inspired cartoon history explores the deaths of the ancient Roman emperors ranging from Romulus…

Whitney Houston’s life and death have been the subject of global mourning and scrutiny. Here, journalist Gerrick…

Explore the band's entire history by speaking to the band members themselves, fellow musicians, their fans, and of…

Discover the old Aztec way of healing, Curandera, through the autobiographical account of a psychiatric nurse specialist…