Best Teen & Young Adult Artist Biographies

Nontraditional, controversial, rebellious, and politically volatile, the Mexican artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera are remembered for their provocative paintings as well as for their deep love for each other. Shifting back in time, the story tells of each figure’s childhood, youth, and development as an artist, giving particular attention to Rivera’s years spent training in Europe and Kahlo’s devotion to painting despite significant health problems. After their first marriage in 1929 (they would divorce in 1939, then remarry in 1940), the stories of their lives are intertwined in a complex, braided narrative, woven with colorful strands of their art, their politics, their romantic liaisons with others, and their intense, complicated relationship.

Meticulously researched, drawing on the 658 letters Vincent wrote to Theo during his lifetime, Deborah Heiligman weaves a tale of two lives intertwined and the extraordinary love of the Van Gogh brothers. Boston Globe–Horn Book Awards Winner, Nonfiction "A remarkably insightful, profoundly moving story of fraternal interdependence and unconditional love." This illuminating glimpse into the van Goghs’ turbulent life and historical period will add compelling depth to readers’ understanding of the iconic painter. ". "An intensive exploration of their turbulent lives" ― Publishers Weekly , starred review , on Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers. "This title is a treasure for readers who want to immerse in a roiling domestic drama and who don’t back away from a good cry" ― The Bulletin , starred review , on Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers. "Passion, intimacy and family love propel this masterful, suitably impressionistic portrait of the relationship of artist Vincent Van Gogh and his brother Theo. "The unlikely, and happy marriage of Charles Darwin and Emma Wedgewood comes to life in Heiligman's intelligent and fast-moving book."

Meticulously researched, drawing on the 658 letters Vincent wrote to Theo during his lifetime, Deborah Heiligman weaves a tale of two lives intertwined and the extraordinary love of the Van Gogh brothers. Boston Globe–Horn Book Awards Winner, Nonfiction "A remarkably insightful, profoundly moving story of fraternal interdependence and unconditional love." This illuminating glimpse into the van Goghs’ turbulent life and historical period will add compelling depth to readers’ understanding of the iconic painter. ". "An intensive exploration of their turbulent lives" ― Publishers Weekly , starred review , on Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers. "This title is a treasure for readers who want to immerse in a roiling domestic drama and who don’t back away from a good cry" ― The Bulletin , starred review , on Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers. "Passion, intimacy and family love propel this masterful, suitably impressionistic portrait of the relationship of artist Vincent Van Gogh and his brother Theo. "The unlikely, and happy marriage of Charles Darwin and Emma Wedgewood comes to life in Heiligman's intelligent and fast-moving book." A graduate of Brown University, she began her writing career working for Scholastic News Explorer and has since written more than twenty books for children.

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. 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. Ahead of Zamperini lay thousands of miles of open ocean, leaping sharks, a sinking raft, thirst and starvation, enemy aircraft, and, beyond, a trial even greater. Featuring more than one hundred photographs plus an exclusive interview with Zamperini, this breathtaking odyssey—also captured on film by director Angelina Jolie—is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the ability to endure against the unlikeliest of odds. Writing in a gripping, intense tone, Hillenbrand relates how tragedy struck when Zamperini's plane was shot down and he and two other men spent 47 days in a life boat in the Pacific Ocean, fighting sharks, starvation, and dehydration, before being captured by the Japanese navy as prisoners of war.

The Allied forces, led by American generals George S. Patton and Dwight D. Eisenhower, are gaining control of Europe, leaving German leaders scrambling. “A thoroughly documented, visually rich presentation.” ― Kirkus Reviews on Kennedy's Last Days. “Immersively written . it might well read like Killing Lincoln .” ― Peter J. Boyer, Newsweek on Killing Lincoln.

The Allied forces, led by American generals George S. Patton and Dwight D. Eisenhower, are gaining control of Europe, leaving German leaders scrambling. “This thrillerlike adaptation captures the excitement of the Union victory in the Civil War and the shock and horror that quickly followed as the country learned of Lincoln's death and sought revenge on his assassins. The popularity of O'Reilly's adult title will drive interest in this version, but it definitely stands alone and will find an audience among general readers and report writers.” ― School Library Journal on Lincoln's Last Days. Bill O'Reilly is a former high-school history teacher and the author of several number one bestselling books, including Lincoln's Last Days and Killing Kennedy.

From corsets and camis to tailoring and textiles, The Fashion Book is a sassy style guide for teenage girls who want to discover the stories behind their favorite looks, find their own style, and learn what makes the fashion world tick. An illustrated glossary and directory of designers tops off this rich and engaging title." "An engaging style guide for the fashion-conscious who want to discover the stories behind their favorite looks, find their own style, and learn what makes the fashion world tick."

Every aspect of the creation of a pop-up, known as paper engineering, is clearly and thoroughly covered. Despite some sketchy peripherals-the opening history stops with Jonathan Miller's The Human Body (Viking, 1983)-this book is not only a work of art in itself, but also a practical manual that takes a huge step past Barbara Valenta's Pop-o-mania (Dial, 1997).

-- Shaun Tan. And when Shaun Tan starts drawing, the results are stunning. Simultaneously, mechanics of his world-building skill come clear, like a penchant for embellishing illustrations to make them appear a part of a larger blueprint or schematic, giving the sense of a small image within a vast tapestry that is itself an infinitely branching world of imagination.

Lifestyle and fashion icon Lauren Conrad, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Lauren Conrad Celebrate and Lauren Conrad Beauty, lets fans step into her enviable closet in this must-read guide on finding the perfect style. You've seen Lauren Conrad on TV and red carpets, looking fabulous whether she's going casual for a day with friends or dressed for a night out.

LEARN TO DRAW DRAGONS In easy-to-follow, step-by-step detail, Drawing Dragons teaches you all the tricks and techniques you’ll need to create your own amazing dragons. Sandra Staple is an artist and photographer who has been drawing dragons for over 15 years, and has literally sketched thousands of them.

Here are tried and proven methods that explain, simplify and teach every one, regardless of age, the art of cartooning. Jack Hamm is one of the best-selling authors of art instruction books.

Lively Prose and Step-By-Step Photographs Will Have You Bringing MacAbre and Whimsical Screamers To Life In No Time--Even If You Have No Artistic Talent. Building a simple Screamer is goof-proof, easy, and great fun. You will learn to use an art medium that allows access to the world of large sculpture.