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      By Orr, Tamra
       2018., Juvenile, Purple Toad Publishing Call No: B NYE    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s)Click here to view Series Title: A Beacon biographySummary Note: Highlights the life and unlikely career of Bill Nye who went from mechanical engineer to stand-up comic to "Bill Nye the Science Guy." Includes a chronology, resources for further information, a glossary, and color photographs.
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      -- Born a crime :
      By Noah, Trevor, 1984-
       2019., Spiegel & Grau Call No: HI-INT B NOA   Edition: Spiegel & Grau trade paperback edition.    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s) Summary Note: Noah's path from apartheid South Africa to the desk of The Daily Show began with a criminal act: his birth. Born to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother, at the time such a union was punishable by five years in prison. As he struggles to find himself in a world where he was never supposed to exist, his mother is determined to save her son from the cycle of poverty, violence, and abuse that would ultimately threaten her own life. With an incisive wit and unflinching honesty, Noah weaves together a moving yet funny portrait of a boy making his way through a damaged world in a dangerous time. -- Adapted from publisher.
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      By Noah, Trevor, 1984-
       Ã2016., Spiegel & Grau Call No: MEMOIR NF NOA   Edition: 2019 Spiegel & Grau trade pbk. ed.    Availability:25 of 27     At Location(s) Summary Note: "Trevor Noah's unlikely path from apartheid South Africa to the desk of The Daily Show began with a criminal act: his birth. Trevor was born to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother at a time when such a union was punishable by five years in prison . . . 'Born a Crime' is the story of a mischievous young boy who grows into a restless young man as he struggles to find himself in a world where he was never supposed to exist. It is also the story of that young man's relationship with his fearless, rebellious, and fervently religious mother--his teammate, a woman determined to save her son from the cycle of poverty, violence, and abuse that would ultimately threaten her own life"--Amazon.com.
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      By Heavy D., 1985-  Diesel Dave, 1984-
       2017., Gallery Books Call No: B DIE   Edition: First Gallery Books hardcover edition.    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s) Summary Note: "Feel like somebody hit the brakes on your Diesel Brothers cravings? Discover how you can keep the gas going with this rip-roaring manual for overhauling your ride, while learning the unique and inspirational story behind the stars from Discovery Channel's popular series Diesel Brothers. In the world of monster trucks, no one builds bigger and more extreme ridesâ??and has more fun in the processâ??than Heavy D, Diesel Dave, and their crew at DieselSellerz. Their larger than life creations and awesome truck giveaways are legendary, but for those less fortunate who havenâ??t had the opportunity to experience a Brosâ?? souped-up truck, this thrill ride of a book is the next best thing. Whether youâ??re a die-hard monster truck fan or just looking for inspiration to upgrade that piece of junk in your garage, Heavy D and his crew are here to show you how itâ??s done. This book is chock full of tips for connoisseurs to hobbyists on how to find the best bargain in the junkyard, how to play hardball with tough-talking dealers, and how to turn that sad sack heap of parts into a badass diesel vehicle. While this is a must for any truck connoisseur, rest assured there are plenty of other stories for less informed admirers. While learning some serious auto knowledge, you will also get the epic stories behind their business and personal lives. In addition to learning about their two-year Mormon missions, humble beginnings, and world travels, youâ??ll also get the unforgettable details of their hilarious, most well-known pranks, and the remarkable stories behind the personalities that have made Diesel Brothers one of the fasting growing and most popular reality TV shows."--Goodreads.com.
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      By Gleisner, Jenna Lee
       2019., Bullfrog Books Call No: 303    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s) Summary Note: In Ellen DeGeneres, early readers will learn about the life, accomplishments, and contributions of comedian and TV superstar Ellen DeGeneres. Vibrant, full-color photos, and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they learn about her life. A timeline helps readers identify major life accomplishments in DeGeneres s life, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary.
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      -- I tried to change so you do not have to
      By Love, Loni  Amber, Jeannine
       2020., Hachette Go Call No: MEMOIR NF LOV   Edition: 1st ed.    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s) Summary Note: "Love grew up in housing projects in Detroit, more worried about affording her next meal than going on a diet. When she moved to Hollywood after graduating college with an engineering degree, seeking to break out in the entertainment world, she spent years trying to fit in. Here she tells the story of how she overcame the trap of self-improvement and instead learned to embrace who she was. In exploring her embarrassing mistakes and unexpected breakthroughs, Love shows how they taught her to take control of her destiny"--OCLC.
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      By Graceffa, Joey, 1991-
       2015., Keywords Press/Atria Call No: 921 GRACEFFA   Edition: First Keywords Pres    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s) Summary Note: "A confessional, uplifting memoir from the beloved YouTube personality. It's not where you begin that matters. It's where you end up. Twenty-three year old Joey Graceffa has captured the hearts of millions of teens and young adults through his playful, sweet, and inspirational YouTube presence (not to mention his sparkling eyes and perfect hair). Yet, Joey wasn't always comfortable in his skin, and in this candid memoir, he thoughtfully looks back on his journey from pain to pride, self-doubt to self-acceptance. To his fans, Joey is that best friend who always captures the brighter side of life but also isn't afraid to get real. In the pages of his first book, he opens up about his years of struggling with family hardships and troubles at school, with cruel bullying and the sting of rejection. He tells of first loves and losses, embarrassing moments and surprising discoveries, loneliness, laughter, and life-changing forks in the road, showing us the incalculable value of finally finding and following your true passion in this world. Funny, warm-hearted, and inspiring, Joey Graceffa's story is a welcome reminder that it's not where you begin that matters, but where you end up"--