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"Growing up with a mother suffering from paranoid schizophrenia and a mostly absent father, Nikki Grimes found herself terrorized by babysitters, shunted from foster family to foster family, and preyed upon by those she trusted. At the age of six, she poured her pain onto a piece of paper late one night - and discovered the magic and impact of writing. For many years, Nikki's notebooks were her most enduing companions. In this accessible and inspiring...
3) Travis Scott
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Profiles rapper and hip-hop artist Travis Scott, describing his childhood, his beginnings in the music industry, his rising fame, and his achievements. Includes a timeline and resources for further information.
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Profiles popular singers and musicians Kendrick Lamar and Travis Scott, giving background information on their childhoods, how they got their start in the music industry, and how they have become superstars today. Highlights the parallels in their lives and how they have collaborated.
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From a young age, Stephen Curry worked hard to achieve his dreams, no matter how lofty or unlikely they seemed. In this exhilarating biography, readers get the inside scoop on how a boy who was often deemed too small and too short to go pro became a standout three-point shooter, six-time NBA All-Star, and altogether revolutionary player for the sport of basketball. Stories that dig deep, illuminating sidebars, and entertaining facts all provide readers...
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Explores the life and career of rapper, actor, and writer Childish Gambino, discussing his background and education, rise to fame, works and accomplishments, and career today. Features quotes, color photographs, sidebars, a timeline, a glossary, and resources for further information.
12) Nicki Minaj
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Profiles female rapper and hip-art artist Nicki Minaj, describing her childhood, her beginnings in the music industry, her rising fame, and achievements. Includes a timeline, quotes, color photographs, and resources for further information.
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LeBron James: NBA Champion examines the life and career of a player who's been in the spotlight since he was in middle school and rose out of poverty to become an NBA champion, Olympic gold medalist, and world-famous philanthropist. Features include a timeline, a glossary, further readings, websites, source notes, and an index.
14) J. Cole
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Profiles rapper and hip-art artist J. Cole, describing his childhood, education, rise to fame in the music industry, and achievements. Includes a timeline, quotes, color photographs, and resources for further information.