Gateway Biographies

Discover the human side of newsworthy, historical, and pop culture figures, and learn about people leading key social movements or handling crises. Each biography in this easy-reading series is peppered with quotations and stories, accounts of successes and failures, and descriptions of the inspirational sources and experiences that influenced the subject’s achievements. Detailed timelines and indexes make these titles valuable reference resources.

Cover: J. D. Vance: From Rural America to the White House
Cover: Cristiano Ronaldo: Soccer's Greatest Scorer
Cover: Angie Thomas: Hip-Hop Author and Voice of Change
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Dolly Parton: Diamond in a Rhinestone World
Donald Trump, 2nd Edition: Unprecedented Politician New! Spring 2025
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson: From Wrestler to Hollywood Hero
Elizabeth Blackwell: Trailblazing Woman Doctor
Elon Musk: Tesla Founder and Titan of Tech
Fighting for Reproductive Justice: Black Women Leading a Movement
Frida Kahlo: Artist and Activist
Gal Gadot: Soldier, Model, Wonder Woman
Greta Thunberg: Climate Crisis Activist
Harry and Meghan, 2nd Edition: Making Their Own Way
Harry Styles: Chart-Topping Musician and Style Icon
Impeachment: Donald Trump and the History of Presidents in Peril
Ivanka Trump: A Brand of Her Own
Jason Reynolds: Groundbreaking Storyteller
J. D. Vance: From Rural America to the White House New! Spring 2025
Jennifer Lawrence: Star of The Hunger Games
Jimmy Carter: A Presidential Life of Service
Joe Biden: From Scranton to the White House
John Green: Star Author, Vlogbrother, and Nerdfighter
John Lewis: Courage in Action
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