Best Biographies For Young Adults - April 2024

Born Survivors: Three Young Mothers and Their Extraordinary Story of Courage, Defiance, and Hope

The Nazis murdered their husbands but concentration camp prisoners Priska, Rachel, and Anka would not let evil take their unborn children too—a remarkable true story that will appeal to readers of The Lost and The Nazi Officer’s Wife, Born Survivors celebrates three mothers who defied death to give their children life.Eastern Europe, 1944: Three women believe they are pregnant, but are torn from their husbands before they can be certain. Rachel is sent to Auschwitz, unaware that her husband has been shot. Priska and her husband travel there together, but are immediately separated. Also at ... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00NVLNZ8Y
• ASIN: B00NVLNZ8Y
• Manufacturer: Harper

Unbroken (The Young Adult Adaptation): An Olympian's Journey from Airman to Castaway to Captive

In this captivating and lavishly illustrated young adult edition of her award-winning #1 New York Times bestseller, Laura Hillenbrand tells the story of a former Olympian's courage, cunning, and fortitude following his plane crash in enemy territory. This adaptation of Unbroken introduces a new generation to one of history's most thrilling survival epics.  On a May afternoon in 1943, an American military plane crashed into the Pacific Ocean and disappeared, leaving only a spray of debris and a slick of oil, gasoline, and blood. Then, on the ocean surface, a face appeared. It was that of a y... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0385742525
• ASIN: 0385742525
• ISBN: 0385742525
• Brand: WaterBrook Press
• Manufacturer: Ember

438 Days: An Extraordinary True Story of Survival at Sea

Declared “the best survival book in a decade” by Outside Magazine, 438 Days is the true story of the man who survived fourteen months in a small boat drifting seven thousand miles across the Pacific Ocean.On November 17, 2012, two men left the coast of Mexico for a weekend fishing trip in the open Pacific. That night, a violent storm ambushed them as they were fishing eighty miles offshore. As gale force winds and ten-foot waves pummeled their small, open boat from all sides and nearly capsized them, captain Salvador Alvarenga and his crewmate cut away a two-mile-long fishing line and bega... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1501116304
• ASIN: 1501116304
• ISBN: 1501116304
• Brand: Atria Books
• Manufacturer: Atria Books

City of Girls: A Novel

• ASIN: B07HZ2Q1MK
• ASIN: B07HZ2Q1MK
• Manufacturer: Riverhead Books

No Better Friend: Young Readers Edition: A Man, a Dog, and Their Incredible True Story of Friendship and Survival in World War II

Discover an extraordinary tale of friendship and survival between a man and a dog in World War II in this young readers' adaptation of the New York Times bestseller No Better Friend.No Better Friend tells the incredible true story of Frank Williams, a radarman in Britain's Royal Air Force, and Judy, a purebred pointer, who met as prisoners of war during World War II. Judy, who became the war's only official canine POW, was a fiercely loyal dog who sensed danger--warning her fellow prisoners of imminent attacks and protecting them from brutal beatings. Frank and Judy's friendship, an unbreakabl... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0316344672
• ASIN: 0316344672
• ISBN: 0316344672
• Manufacturer: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Educated: A Memoir

• ASIN: B072BLVM83
• ASIN: B072BLVM83
• Manufacturer: Random House

Hidden Figures Young Readers' Edition

The uplifting, amazing true story—a New York Times bestsellerThis edition of Margot Lee Shetterly’s acclaimed book is perfect for young readers. It is the powerful story of four African-American female mathematicians at NASA who helped achieve some of the greatest moments in our space program. Now a major motion picture starring Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monae, Kirsten Dunst, and Kevin Costner.Before John Glenn orbited the earth, or Neil Armstrong walked on the moon, a group of dedicated female mathematicians known as “human computers” used pencils, slide rules, and ad... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0062662376
• ASIN: 0062662376
• ISBN: 9780062662378
• Brand: HarperCollins
• Manufacturer: HarperCollins

Spilled Milk: Based On A True Story

"Randis later would testify at a criminal trial against her father, who was sentenced to prison for his crimes. He was sentenced to up to 16 years in 2004. Her painful -- and ultimately triumphant -- story is recounted in Randis' first novel, "Spilled Milk." -Stacy Brown, Pocono Record Newspaper"I read this book in two days. I couldn't put it down." - Chelsea DeBoer, Teen Mom 2 "Spilled Milk is a story about resilience. The strength of the human mind and will power to live a better life." - The Weekly Sparkle"This book has changed lives." -Gabrielle Stone, Actress "The honest, raw open... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00D9GY2BU
• ASIN: B00D9GY2BU

The Finest Hours (Young Readers Edition): The True Story of a Heroic Sea Rescue (True Rescue Series)

This adaptation for young readers of The Finest Hours: The True Story of the US Coast Guard's Most Daring Sea Rescue by Michael J. Tougias and Casey Sherman tells the story of the shipwreck of two oil tankers and the harrowing Coast Guard rescue when four men in a tiny lifeboat overcame insurmountable odds and saved more than 30 stranded sailors. Now a major motion picture from Disney, starring Chris Pine and Casey Affleck.On the night of February 18, 1952, during one of the worst winter storms that New England has ever seen, two oil tankers just off the shore of Cape Cod were torn in half. Wi... [Read More]

• ASIN: 1250044235
• ASIN: 1250044235
• ISBN: 1250044235
• Brand: Tougias Michael J
• Manufacturer: Square Fish

Little Fires Everywhere: A Novel

• ASIN: B01N4VW75U
• ASIN: B01N4VW75U
• Brand: Unknown
• Manufacturer: Penguin Books

Shaken: Young Reader's Edition: Fighting to Stand Strong No Matter What Comes Your Way

Your identity is defined--not by changing circumstances-- but an unchanging God!Whether you’re celebrating an incredible victory or facing life’s biggest disappointment, your response will reveal who you really are.In this powerful book designed specifically for young Christians, Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow provides an intimate look into how he’s been able to face professional triumphs and defeats and still emerge with his faith and identity intact. In Shaken: The Young Reader’s Edition, Tebow shares his insight for shaping an identity based not on your highs and lows, but on G... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0735289964
• ASIN: 0735289964
• ISBN: 0735289964
• Brand: WaterBrook Press
• Manufacturer: WaterBrook

The Youngs: The Brothers Who Built AC/DC

"Fink's look at the band addresses the question that he believes most mainstream rock critics have never been able to answer about AC/DC: 'Why have they endured and resonated with hundreds of millions of people and inculcated such fierce loyalty and outright fanaticism?' The answer is the unrelenting tenacity of the Young brothers... fascinating."- Publishers Weekly "This thought-provoking book definitely breaks some new ground. Arrangement by chapters dedicated to specific songs is a satisfying way of telling the AC/DC story while providing music criticism. Scholarly fans will appreciate th... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00HY09XG6
• ASIN: B00HY09XG6
• Manufacturer: St. Martin's Press

I Am Malala: How One Girl Stood Up for Education and Changed the World (Young Readers Edition)

The bestselling memoir by Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai.I Am Malala. This is my story. Malala Yousafzai was only ten years old when the Taliban took control of her region. They said music was a crime. They said women weren't allowed to go to the market. They said girls couldn't go to school.Raised in a once-peaceful area of Pakistan transformed by terrorism, Malala was taught to stand up for what she believes. So she fought for her right to be educated. And on October 9, 2012, she nearly lost her life for the cause: She was shot point-blank while riding the bus on her way home fro... [Read More]

• ASIN: 0316327913
• ASIN: 0316327913
• ISBN: 0316327913
• Brand: Little Brown Books for Young Readers
• Manufacturer: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Best-Loved Saints: Inspiring Biographies of Popular Saints for Young Catholics and Adults

Best Loved Saints by Catholic Book Publishing offers more than 50 biographical sketches of the most popular Saints, including Sts. Jerome, Agnes, Thomas Aquinas, Francis Assisi, Ignatius Loyola, John of God, John of the Cross, Martin de Porres, Elizabeth Seton, and Mary the Queen of all Saints. With inspiring illustrations, a full-color illustrated, flexible cover and easy-to-read print, Best Loved Saints by Rev. Lawrence Lovasik S.V.D. will appeal to young and old alike and makes a perfect gift.

• ASIN: 0899421601
• ASIN: 0899421601
• ISBN: 0899421601
• Brand: Catholic Publishing Company
• Manufacturer: Catholic Book Publishing Corp

Tuesdays with Morrie: An Old Man, a Young Man, and Life's Greatest Lesson, 20th Anniversary Edition

• ASIN: B000SEGMAU
• ASIN: B000SEGMAU
• Manufacturer: Broadway Books

Best-Loved Saints : Inspiring Biographies of Popular Saints for Young Catholics and Adults

Best Loved Saints by Catholic Book Publishing offers more than 50 biographical sketches of the most popular Saints, including Sts. Jerome, Agnes, Thomas Aquinas, Francis Assisi, Ignatius Loyola, John of God, John of the Cross,

• UPC: 26884970

Jesus Calling : Enjoying Peace in His Presence (with Scripture References)

Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence is a unique devotional guide for every day of the year. Jesus Calling by Sarah Young was created when she decided to “listen” to God with pen in

• UPC: 2605557
• Rating: 4.897

Unbroken (the Young Adult Adaptation): An Olympian's Journey from Airman to Castaway to Captive (Hardcover)

• UPC: 36959247
• Rating: 4.675

Unbroken: An Olympian's Journey from Airman to Castaway to Captive (Young Adult Adaptation) (Paperback)

Original version published: New York: Random House,

• UPC: 55481912

The Best Young Adult Books Contest : A Simulation for the Language Arts Classroom

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• UPC: 29511577
• Rating: 3.571

Steve Jobs: The Man Who Thought Different : A Biography

Presents the life and career of the computer industry visionary, from his early life and creation of Apple Computer at the age of twenty to his accomplishments in technology and

• UPC: 19404002
• Rating: 4.0

Year’s Best Young Adult Speculative Fiction 2014 - eBook

Fans of Kaleidoscope will find more tales of wonder, adventure, diversity, and variety in this collection devoted to stories with teen protagonists. Table of ContentsLeft Foot, Right - Nalo HopkinsonSelfies - Lavie TidharThe Vitruvian Farmer - Marcelina VizcarraThe Lady and the

• UPC: 642771736

The Truths We Hold : An American Journey (Young Readers Edition)

Now adapted for young readers, Senator Kamala Harris's empowering memoir about the values and inspirations that guided her life. As the first woman, African American, and South Asian American to become attorney general of California,

• UPC: 953951590

100 Best Books for Children : A Parent's Guide to Making the Right Choices for Your Young Reader, Toddler to Preteen

From classics to new favorites, 100 Best Books for Children “points parents in the right direction [to] 100 titles no child should miss” (Booklist). With thirty-five years of experience at the heart of children’s publishing,

• UPC: 3952349
• Rating: 4.667

Unpresidented : A Biography of Donald Trump

A riveting, meticulously researched, and provocative biography of Donald J. Trump from the author of Alexander Hamilton, Revolutionary.Born into a family of privilege and wealth, he was sent to military school at the age of

• UPC: 597913554