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Libby Romero

Libby Romero was a journalist and a teacher before becoming an author. Her books include the biography Ibn al-Haytham: The Man Who Discovered How We See, as well as teacher guides, interactive whiteboards, and a variety of other materials, including National Geographic's Explorer magazines and the Smithsonian Institution's TweenTribune. Libby is the author of DK Life Stories: Helen Keller and DK Life Stories: Jane Goodall.

Charlotte Ager is the illustrator on all the Life Stories titles. Her work has appeared in The New York Times as well as in Season and Here magazines. She has also been featured on the Urban Outfitters blog. Charlotte lives in London.

Charlotte Ager is the illustrator on all the Life Stories titles. Her work has appeared in The New York Times as well as in Season and Here magazines. She has also been featured on the Urban Outfitters blog. Charlotte lives in London.
DK Life Stories: Helen Keller
DK Life Stories: Amelia Earhart
DK Life Stories: Amelia Earhart; Jane Goodall; Katherine Johnson
DK Life Stories: Ada Lovelace; Helen Keller; Harriet Tubman
The Mayflower
DK Life Stories Amelia Earhart
DK Life Stories: Jane Goodall
DK Life Stories: Helen Keller

Books

DK Life Stories: Helen Keller
DK Life Stories: Amelia Earhart
DK Life Stories: Amelia Earhart; Jane Goodall; Katherine Johnson
DK Life Stories: Ada Lovelace; Helen Keller; Harriet Tubman
The Mayflower
DK Life Stories Amelia Earhart
DK Life Stories: Jane Goodall
DK Life Stories: Helen Keller

Books for LGBTQIA+ History Month

For LGBTQIA+ History Month in October, we’re celebrating the shared history of individuals within the community and the importance of the activists who have fought for their rights and the rights of others. We acknowledge the varying and diverse experiences within the LGBTQIA+ community that have shaped history and have led the way for those

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National Depression Education and Awareness Month

For National Depression Education and Awareness Month in October, we are sharing a collection of titles that educates and informs on depression, including personal stories from those who have experienced depression and topics that range from causes and symptoms of depression to how to develop coping mechanisms to battle depression.

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