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Her Story: Biographies & Memoirs |
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The truths we hold: an American journey
by Kamala Harris
The civil rights leader, senator, and former attorney general of California draws on the lessons of her activist immigrant family to make recommendations for the universal issues of today, including economic inequality, health care, and national security.
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Girl activist: winning strategies from women who've made a difference
by Louisa Kamps
Rebel girls, young activists and other trailblazing tweens and teens will be inspired by the stories of 40 women who have changed the world for the better, offering a window into what it takes to stand up for a cause, rally others together and even ignite a movement. Original. 10,000 first printing.
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Polar explorer
by Jade Hameister
An inspiring account chronicles the 16-year-old author's completion of the Polar Hat Trick, describing how she pursued her dream and set world records before being named Australian Geographic Society's 2016 Young Adventurer of the Year. Simultaneous eBook.
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Mighty justice: the untold story of civil rights trailblazer Dovey Johnson Roundtree
by Jabari Asim
Complemented by black-and-white photos, a young readers’ adaptation of the acclaimed memoir by the late civil rights activist recounts her upbringing in Jim Crow-era North Carolina and her fight for equality and justice in America’s military environments, churches and courtrooms. 35,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Dissenter on the bench: Ruth Bader Ginsburg's life and work
by Victoria Ortiz
Interweaves dramatically narrated case histories from Justice Ginsburg's iconic career with stories about her childhood, education, marriage and remarkable legal career, sharing insights into her fierce principles and passionate concerns about gender equality, fairness and constitutional rights. 35,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.
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My corner of the ring: a memoir from a champ
by Jesselyn Silva
Olympic boxing hopeful Jesselyn Silva shares the ringside story of her life while inspiring girls to be true to themselves, persevere and follow their dreams in the face of adversity, bullying and exclusion. Simultaneous eBook.
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Women in art : 50 fearless creatives who inspired the world
by Rachel Ignotofsky
Illustrated profiles of 50 pioneering women artists includes entries covering a wide array of artistic mediums and historical periods, providing entries for famous and lesser-known individuals, from Harriet Powers and Nampeyo to Frida Kahlo and Georgia O’Keefe. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Being Jazz: My Life as a (Transgender) Teen
by Jazz Jennings
The author reccounts how her public experiences have influenced her attitude towards the transgender community, as she works to educate others about transgenderism while navigating the challenges of being a teenager.
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