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When Matebonds Go AwryIn a universe where matebonds exist but where one is least expected, Ava sets out from earth to find her future. A chance meeting on the space station Delta Blue disrupts all her best laid plans.Victor, fleet commander for the Zilantan armada, has always known he'd find his lifemate. He just wasn't expecting it to happen right now, on Delta Blue, in the middle of an urgent visit to the station.Matebonds, you think they will go...
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Themes: Business Leader, Biography, innovation, Elon Musk is an entrepreneur with a unique vision. He builds businesses with the goal of solving our world's biggest problems. The books and video games he loved as a child inspire him to innovate. Though some people think his ideas are unconventional, Musk continues to work toward his vision of a better future.
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Themes: Biography, Activist, Equality, As a minister and an activist, Martin Luther King Jr. dedicated his life to helping others. He fought for equality during a time when Black people in America experienced great injustice. His life and legacy continue to inspire others to push for change.
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Themes: Biography, Ballet, Inspiration, Misty Copeland has faced many challenges in her life. From starting dance at a late age and not having a typical dancer's body type to growing up with abuse and poverty, her journey to becoming the American Ballet Theatre's first Black prima ballerina has not been easy. Driven by her passion for dance, Copeland continues inspire change in the world of ballet. Blue Delta Books™, a Hi-Lo Books™ biography series,...
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Themes: Biography, Animals, Autism Awareness, Inspiration, At age two, Temple Grandin was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Though this led to many challenges throughout her life, Grandin views her disability as a gift. ASD allowed her to see the world in a different way and make a connection between two seemingly unrelated areas: animal welfare and autism. Today, Grandin works to educate people on animal behavior and humane treatment....
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Themes: Biography, Actor, Impact, Influence, Determination, Despite a rough childhood and many setbacks early in his career, Tyler Perry's spirit never broke. He has since come to dominate Hollywood, even building and operating his own film studio. Through sheer determination, Perry has risen to the top and become an advocate for people in underrepresented groups in the film industry. He now uses his influence and wealth to create opportunities for...
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Themes: Biography, Native Americans, Movements, Wilma Mankiller knew firsthand the hardships facing the Cherokee people in the mid-20th century. After growing up in poverty, she got involved in the Native American rights movement of the 1960s and resolved to fight for change. As the first female principal chief of the Cherokee Nation, her hard work and determination improved health care, education, and living conditions for her tribe. Mankiller's...
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science, physics, women, inspirational, changemaker, role model, biography. Born in China, Chien-Shiung Wu moved to the U.S. in 1936. Her dream was to become a physicist. But at the time, there were few women scientists. Discrimination was an issue too. Still, Wu did not give up. With hard work, she not only changed the field of physics, but also blazed a trail for women in science. Blue Delta Books Biographies are Hi-Lo Books about people who have...
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Themes: civil rights, workers rights, labor laws, women, inspirational, changemaker, role model, biography. Growing up, Dolores Huerta saw few people in power who looked like her. But her desire to help farm workers drove her to become a leader. After cofounding a labor union in 1962, Huerta helped improve the lives of countless farm workers. Her message of working together for change continues to inspire people around the world. Blue Delta Books...
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science, engineering, space, NASA, women, inspirational, changemaker, role model, trail blazer, biography. As a girl, Ellen Ochoa didn't dream of going to space. But then she saw Sally Ride do it. This role model inspired Ochoa to apply at NASA. With hard work and perseverance, Ochoa became the first Latina to go to space. Now Ochoa is working to ensure diversity in the next generation of space explorers. Blue Delta Books Biographies are Hi-Lo Books...
11) Astrobiology
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People have asked the same question for centuries: are humans alone in the universe? Astrobiologists seek to find the answer. From studying tiny organisms under a microscope to sending remote detection devices to outer space, many hope to find and communi
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Themes: Biography, Inspiration. After a difficult childhood, Chris Gardner promised he would be a good father. He also vowed to become successful. When he found himself homeless as a single dad, Gardner didn't give up. Instead, the Navy veteran put all his energy into becoming a stockbroker and building a happy life. Today Gardner inspires people to keep reaching for their dreams.
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Themes: education, biography, inspiration, changemaker, role model. “Growing up in Pakistan”, Malala Yousafzai's life was turned upside down by the Taliban. It forbade girls her age from going to school, but Malala refused to accept this. Speaking out nearly cost the young activist her life. Still, she didn't give up. Today, Malala continues to fight for a free, safe education for all girls around the world.
14) Marching Band
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In just minutes, Superman saves a falling skyscraper, a volcano erupts, and a T. rex struts across a football field. It seems almost anything is possible during a marching band performance. Players and band directors spend hours preparing for these energe
15) NFTs
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Celebrities spend fortunes on pictures of unamused primates. People buy homes they'll never live in. An artist sells a single pixel for millions. These situations may sound outrageous, but they are all part of a story. Welcome to the digital universe of N
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Themes: education, technology, innovation, biography, inspiration, changemaker, role model. When his cousin struggled in school, Salman "Sal" Khan decided to help. Since they couldn't get together, Khan tutored her by computer. Soon he posted lessons online for others too. Seeing the need for online learning, he started the Khan Academy. Through the academy, Khan continues his quest to provide a world-class education to anyone who wants one. Blue...
17) Sports Law
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A baseball fan sues after being hit by a hot dog. When a pro football team leaves in the middle of the night, a city takes the team to court. Salary negotiations for a top player take weeks. What do these examples have in common? The answer is sports law.
18) Surfing
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It lurks in deep water. Soon it could rise to the surface. No, it's not a sea creature, but a surfer's dream. This is the ultimate wave. For thousands of years, and all across the globe, surfers have enjoyed the thrills and survived the spills of catching
19) Beyond the Dome
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Themes: Dystopian, Fiction, Teen, Young Adult, Hi-Lo Books. In the year 2329, the Green Death has wiped out most of the human race. Those in the Domed City try to control any survivors. Rex and Lena are among the few who are immune to the disease. The twins long to live on their own terms. But what will they do when something from their past causes them to question everything they've known? Help readers explore a variety of topics with this captivating...
20) Changing Times
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Themes: Historical Fiction, Fiction, Teen, Young Adult, Hi-Lo Books. In 1981, the world is moving forward, especially for Rob Baker. He's starting his first job at a record store. Plus, excitement abounds when a woman is nominated to the U.S. Supreme Court for the first time. Rob's family situation reflects the changing times too. Can he and his family withstand the resulting pressures at home? Or will the stress prove too much for them to handle?...
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