Robbie Reader Contemporary Biography

Growing up, Jamie Lynn Spears wanted to be like her big sister Britney Spears. In fact, when Jamie Lynn was only 8, she told the world that she wanted to follow in her famous sister's footsteps. By 2005, Jamie Lynn had a very successful show on Nickelodeon, Zoey 101, and a very big fan following. She has also been on many magazine covers, including Seventeen and American Cheerleader; appeared on dozens of talk shows, sitcoms, and award shows; and her career has only just begun!

Since mega-talented left-handed pitcher Cliff Lee's breakout year in 2008, he has been at the top of every Major League Baseball teams wish list. For that reason, he has been traded numerous times, adjusted to new cities and fans, worn different uniforms, and performed well for each ball club, but his heart has remained in Philadelphia since he played for the Phillies in 2009. He proudly wears a Phillies uniform once again and is thrilled to be one of the four Philly pitching aces, which include Roy Halladay, Roy Oswalt, and Cole Hamels. Find out what makes this man a champion to both his fans and his family.

Some would argue that Brandi Chastain single-handedly made women's soccer popular. Few people knew much about the best female soccer players in the world after the 1999 Women's World Cup finals. That's when Brandi scored a goal on a penalty kick after the second overtime of the U.S. versus China match and struck her famous pose. She was photographed on her knees, mouth wide open, eyes closed, fists in the air, wearing a black sports bra and white soccer shorts. Her celebration pose was featured on magazines and newspapers around the world. After that, Brandi became a household name.

Breeze through this book and discover how Brandi became the fabulous athlete and wonderful person she is today.