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Maya Lin is known throughout the world as the creator of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC. But many people weren’t happy when she was chosen to design the memorial, objecting to her gender, age, race, and more. Still, she persisted, and her design stands out today as one of the most memorable monuments in the country. Her creations, which were always connected to surrounding landscapes and nature, have inspired many to follow in her footsteps and follow their creative dreams. Learn about the amazing life of Maya Lin—and how she persisted.

McKenna Williams is determined to let nothing mess up her zen, until she gets a request to teach a private yoga class for recent divorcee Piper Patrick, and she’s hit with an instant attraction so intense, she can barely breathe. Everything about falling for Piper is a bad idea. The magnetic pull toward each other is undeniable, and McKenna knows that it can only end in heartbreak.

Did you know that elephants can't jump? How about that no two elephants have ears that are exactly alike? Or that elephants all walk on tiptoe? Perfect for all animal lovers—and elephant fans in particular—this book is filled with information that young listeners will love to learn. From where elephant habitats are found to what it's like to be an elephant to why elephants are endangered and who has been working hard to save them, this book gives listeners all the facts they know to become elephant experts.

Sonia Sotomayor es la primera jueza latina en la Corte Suprema en la historia de los Estados Unidos, pero su trayectoria no fue fácil. Ella tuvo que superar numerosos obstáculos y desafíos en el camino, como recibir un diagnóstico de diabetes a los siete años. Pero no dejó que eso le impidiera alcanzar su sueño e inspirar a los niños de todo el mundo a trabajar duro y tener fe en sí mismos.

Rosalind Franklin loved science, but when she was young, there weren’t many woman scientists. Still, she persisted in pursuing her dreams, becoming a scientist and playing a key role in the discovery of the double-helix structure of DNA (what we’re all made up of). Though her male colleagues took credit for her work at the time, we now know just how important her discoveries were to figuring out what our DNA looks like and how it works!

In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Atia Abawi, listeners learn about the amazing life of Sally Ride - and how she persisted. As the first American woman in space, Sally Ride broke barriers and made her dreams come true. But she wanted to do even more! After leaving NASA, she created science and engineering programs that would help other girls and women make their dreams come true as well.

College freshman Savannah Mason doesn’t believe in magic or true love. She believes in science, and science tells her that love is nothing more than a biological impulse to breed - an impulse that can, thankfully, be ignored. Which is a good thing because no woman in her family has ever been lucky in love. Jordan Merrick is a junior at William and Mary and on the fast track to obtaining his life’s goal: becoming the next Ron Chernow. Like Hamilton himself, Jordan’s drive is to accomplish his goals as quickly as possible. Love can come another day once his career is cemented.

Nellie Bly was a journalist and one of the first investigative reporters ever. She went undercover to expose wrongdoing and famously raced around the world so she could write about the experience for her newspaper. Reaching for her dreams wasn't easy. But Nellie never gave up, no matter how many obstacles she faced - and she helped others along the way.

With more than 10 stories from exciting new voices and a few veterans of the universe, the second anthology highlights the lives and struggles of humanity's best and worst years after system advent.

Blakely Fox is a hot damn mess after getting fired from her job. To make matters worse, she crashes right into the girl who ruined her life in high school by kissing Blake's boyfriend. So what if she had no idea that she didn't like guys back then? It still wrecked the end of her high school career, and that's something she can never forgive.

Step into the surreal world of a Tokyo hostess club and gain an exclusive underground pass through the eyes of author Chelsea Haywood as she explores a way of life unique to the Japanese, experiencing $600 dinners, kabuki theatre, Harajuku shopping sprees and first-class trips to 'anywhere you want to go'.

One girl. Lonely. Broken. Lost. One boy. Determined. Guilty. Lost. Two hearts. One terrible secret. It will either bring them together or tear them apart.

Serena Nolan's summer isn't going how she planned. Fortunately, her cousin, Anna, is there to rescue her from spending her time off from college with parents who don't understand (or want to understand) her. Serena's thrilled to be living with Anna and her girlfriend, Lacey, in Lacey's studio and working in the Violet Hill Cafe. She's even adores Lacey's cat, Murder. What she definitely didn't plan was running into her ex, Fiona Davis.

Born enslaved, Harriet Tubman rose up to become one of the most successful, determined, and well-known conductors of the Underground Railroad. With her family's love planted firmly in her heart, Harriet looked to the North Star for guidance - and its light helped guide her way out of slavery. Her courage made it possible for her to help others reach freedom, too.

In 1979, Chelsea Quinn Yarbro unleashed the first female teenage ghoul on the world. Pre-dating her ground breaking work on the St. Germaine series, Deidre is a short, impactful, and deeply disturbing story sure to thrill and chill you.

Imperfect parents having conversations about the critically important and mostly ordinary work of leading at home.

Chelsea's debut book, Your Own Beautiful, expands upon the beauty tips and inspirational advice featured on her YouTube channel. A life, faith, and beauty guide for teenage and college-aged girls, Your Own Beautiful offers advice on the big issues all girls face - from self-confidence and friendship to following your dreams. With her signature grace and wit, Chelsea tackles tough questions through uplifting messages influenced by her faith and life experiences.

Simone Biles was raised by her grandparents and had to overcome many hardships as a child. After trying gymnastics for the first time on a field trip from elementary school, Simone continued with the sport, working hard and reaching professional levels. She persisted in the field and went on to become the most decorated US gymnast of all time. Through it all, she inspired kids everywhere to follow their dreams.

Hair is not simply a biological feature; it's a canvas for expression. Yet, its significance extends beyond mere aesthetics. Hair can carry profound moral, spiritual, and cultural connotations, serving as a reflection of one's beliefs, heritage, and even political stance. In Natural, Chelsea Mary Elise Johnson delves into the complex world surrounding Black women's hair, and offers a firsthand look into the kitchens, beauty shops, conventions, and blogs that make up the twenty-first century natural hair movement, the latest evolution in Black beauty politics.

I wasn't looking forward to finding a new roommate after my best friend, Joy, moved in with her girlfriend, Ezra. We've lived together for years, and I didn't want to start over with a stranger. Then there's a fire at the house Lark's renting and for some reason I open my mouth and offer to let her move in with me. Lark Conroy, the same woman I had one blisteringly hot night with months ago and have pretended to be normal around ever since. When it comes to love, I'm allergic to romance. I like to hit-it and quit-it and move on with my life.