People in the News: Set 2
People are fascinated by celebrities, but rarely 
do they know much about actors, comedians, or singers beyond their public personas. For 
this reason, it is sometimes easy to forget that celebrities are real people who 
have had their own triumphs, setbacks, hopes, and fears. Readers learn about the 
lives and accomplishments of some of today?s most influential celebrities, 
including facts that are not commonly known. Full-color photographs and engaging 
sidebars enhance the informative text, and a detailed timeline presents these 
stars? milestones at a glance.
? The series examines a diverse range of 
influential and inspirational celebrities, including Ellen DeGeneres, Dwayne 
Johnson, and Lin-Manuel Miranda, giving readers positive role models to look up 
to
? Annotated quotes by each celebrity allow readers to learn more about 
each person in his or her own words
? This high-interest topic appeals to 
even reluctant readers and encourages them to think critically about the world 
of entertainment media


