Adele Laurie Blue Adkins is at the top of her game in both the US and the UK, breaking records for sales and number one status on all the major charts. Her performances are refreshingly authentic and she is known for having no qualms about wearing her heart on her sleeve for her audiences. But just who is Adele and where did she come from? Fans have said that she has a knack for capturing how they feel, portraying their emotions and experiences exactly. Yet, the singer-songwriter is known for having written so many of her songs with minimal influence …

Most people know LMFAO as an American, award-winning, electro-pop duo consisting of the uncle and nephew team of DJ Redfoo (Stefan Kendal Gordy) and DJ SkyBlu (Skyler Austen Gordy). But, in order to truly understand LMFAO, you must first understand where they came from. "LMFAO: An Unauthorized Biography" profiles the lives and careers of Redfoo and SkyBlu, stemming from their experiences as independent DJs to releasing two full-length albums and becoming international superstars. Their music incorporates a theme of partying and drinking, and their "party anthem" songs are in permanent rotation on dance floors everywhere. LMFAO has just one mission: …

James Harden is a star on the rise. With a rare all-around game and leadership skills that belie his age, Harden has the makeup to be a star in any situation. This is the story of how he came to be here. Most fans are aware of Harden’s 2012 NBA finals run with Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook when he was a member of the Oklahoma City Thunder and that he is now the cornerstone of the Houston Rockets franchise, but in order to truly understand James Harden, you must first understand where he came from. This book explores Harden’s …

Wardell Stephen "Steph" Curry II is an NBA star on the rise and is considered by many to be the best shooter in the world. Most fans know that he is a point guard for the Golden State Warriors and that he holds the single season record for 3-pointers made, but in order to truly understand Stephen Curry, you must first understand where he came from. This book explores Curry’s upbringing, his high school and college careers, and details his breakthrough into the NBA, all the way through the beginning of the 2013-14 season. Curry’s exceptional talents and promising future …

Ricky Rubio is a phenom rising. At age 14 he was the youngest player ever to be drafted by the Spanish ACB League, the second-most competitive basketball league in the world. This young prodigy spent his adolescent years becoming known as one of the biggest talents in European basketball and he is now making waves in the NBA. Despite his notability, Rubio was carefully shielded from the media during his rise to stardom. Both his basketball team and his family agreed not to make him available for interviews until his 18th birthday. As a result, little is known about the …

Tiger Woods is an international golf superstar with millions of both adoring fans and vociferous critics. Before his highly publicized fall from grace in 2010, Woods, the California child prodigy and richest athlete of all time, was on his way to golf legend status with 14 major championships, just four shy of all-time great Jack Nicklaus. Most fans are aware of Woods’ accolades on the course and his controversies off of it, but in order to truly understand Tiger Woods, you must first understand where he came from. This unauthorized biography explores Woods’ upbringing, his college and amateur careers, and …

When he was in 4th grade, Colin Kaepernick wrote himself a letter, predicting that he would be 6 feet 4 inches and would "then go to the pros and play on the Niners or Packers even if they aren't good in seven years." Colin Kaepernick’s tale of ascension is one that happened seemingly in an instant and whose effects are far reaching in the NFL, the sports world in general, and in his hometown of Turlock, CA. This biography explores Kaepernick’s upbringing, high school and college careers, and details his breakthrough into the NFL, all the way through his stinging …

Jonathan Stuart Leibowitz and Stephen Colbert have led amazing lives and have changed the comedy world forever. This book follows both men's lives from their humble beginnings to becoming two of the most influential people in American Politics. Jon was born in New York City and raised in New Jersey. Upon graduating college, he worked a few odd jobs until he finally decided to move to New York and pursue comedy full-time. His career was slow to take off, but eventually he was chosen to host MTV's The Jon Stewart Show and later Comedy Central's The Daily Show in 1999. …

Lionel Messi is one of the greatest soccer players of his generation. In fact, although still so young, he has been dubbed by many fellow professionals as "The Best Player to Ever Grace the Sport." Most fans are aware of his successes on the field, but in order to truly understand Lionel Messi, you must first understand where he came from. "Lionel Messi: An Unauthorized Biography" explores Messi's upbringing and details his breakthrough onto the world stage, all the way through his 2012 loss to Real Madrid. Messi's exceptional talents have fans and critics alike wondering where his career will …

Peyton and Eli Manning have led amazing lives and have changed the football world forever. This book follows both men's lives from their humble beginnings to becoming two of the most acclaimed quarterbacks in the NFL. Peyton Manning is one of the greatest quarterbacks in the history of the NFL. He has set many records, won three MVPs, and is a Super Bowl Champion. This book explores Peyton's upbringing, his high school and college football careers, and details his breakthrough into the NFL, all the way through April 2013. Eli Manning may be the most overanalyzed, discussed, dissected, and criticized …

With the whole world watching his every move, Jeremy Lin has become an international phenomenon. Everyone is talking about him, breaking down his basketball skills and analyzing him in every way. But does anyone really understand where he came from and how he got here? With "Jeremy Lin: An Unauthorized Biography", readers will learn everything there is to know about Jeremy Lin and discover exactly how he went from obscurity to "Linsanity" – seemingly overnight. After being passed over by top colleges, then spending a year warming benches and getting passed back and forth between NBA and D-League teams, Jeremy …

Dirk Nowitzki is one of the greatest power forwards in NBA history. He is an all-star, an MVP, and a champion. He is arguable the best shooter ever to play the game. At seven-feet tall, Dirk Nowitzki has revolutionized the role of big men in the NBA. Most fans are aware of Nowitzki’s amazing on-court talents, but in order to truly understand Dirk Nowitzki, you must first understand where he came from. This book explores Nowitzki’s upbringing and international career and details his breakthrough into the NBA, all the way through the 2013-14 season. Nowitzki’s unique abilities have fans wondering …