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emma raducanu a life story

Emma Raducanu (A Life Story)

Non-fiction

Read all about superstar tennis champion, Emma Raducanu!

The incredible winner of the 2021 US Open has shot to fame and straight into the hearts of the world. Emerging as one of the most influential young sports stars not just for her own generation, but for decades, her rise has been meteoric.

This former Wimbledon wildcard has the whole planet talking about her as the first British female player to win a Grand Slam title in over 40 years – all without dropping a single set.

Emma Raducanu, A Life Story is the perfect way to discover the fascinating facts and inspirational moments from the life of this young star.

A Life Story: this gripping series throws the reader directly into the lives of modern society’s most influential figures. With striking black-and-white illustration along with timelines and fun facts.

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a life story king charles iii

A Life Story: King Charles III

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Non-fiction

King Charles III: environmental activist, monarch and head of the Commonwealth. Read all about the life of King Charles III, from his early days at boarding school and watching his mother become queen to his dedicated work as an environmental activist and becoming king himself, this book will take you on a royal tour through King Charles III’s life.

Celebrate the king’s coronation and the beginning of his reign with this book that shines a light on the wonderful achievements that form King Charles III’s legacy.

Did you know that Charles has a frog named after him? Or that he’s a qualified pilot and diver? How about that Charles is an accomplished artist? Find out everything there is to know about Great Britain’s newest king with this remarkable history book.

A Life Story: With striking black and white illustrations, this gripping series throws the reader directly into the lives of modern society’s most influential figures.

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Trailblazers Simone Biles

Trailblazers: Simone Biles

Non-fiction

Be inspired by the lives of trailblazers past and present in this fun and factual biography series!

How did Simone Biles become a superstar athlete and gold medallist? On a daytrip to the local sports centre, Simone discovered her natural talent for gymnastics. She signed up for regular training sessions and was soon performing incredible routines at competitions. Despite a challenging start in life, Simone went on to become one of the world’s greatest athletes. Find out how this gymnast toughed it out in training and went on to win four Olympic gold medals.

TRAILBLAZERS biographies are packed with little-known trivia, fascinating facts and lively illustrations.

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Queen Elizabeth II

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Chapter book

Read all about the life of Queen Elizabeth II, the UK’s longest-reigning monarch. From her childhood years in London, to training as a mechanic in the Second World War and becoming queen at 25, learn lesser-known facts about this true icon, including all about the queen’s secret handbag signals! Peppered with black-and-white illustrations, this is an accessible chapter book biography aimed at Key Stage 2.

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