New Releases by Matt Doeden

Bob Dylan is known as the voice of his generation. Growing up in the mining town of Hibbing, Minnesota, Bob Zimmerman was different from other kids. He loved musical artists such as Robert Johnson and Woody Guthrie. Young Bob taught himself to play piano and guitar, and he and his friends played in his garage and at school talent shows. Bob wrote stories and poems too. His two passions—music and storytelling—led him to a growing musical style called folk. But he also felt trapped in his small, isolated town. At the age of twenty-nine, Bob moved to New York City to chase his dream of becoming a folk singer. Most artists with this ambition didn’t make it. But Zimmerman, who soon changed his name to Bob Dylan, wasn’t most artists. In 1962 Dylan released his first album. Over time he would record thirty-eight more. Follow Bob Dylan’s journey from small-town Minnesota to the international stage as a folk musician and Civil Rights Movement icon, as well as the incredible songs and revolutionary lyrics that have helped shape American musical history.

Think you know everything about Earth? Earth is a strange and wondrous place. Around the world, people can find animals that light up caves, stones that seem to move on their own, and black sand beaches. Discover incredible facts about the planet''s saltiest seas, tallest mountains, largest organisms, and more in this fun book! Beautiful photographs provides context and take readers on adventures around the globe.

Think you know everything about football? Football is the most popular sport in the United States. The first NFL game took place in 1920. Since then, fans have seen amazing stars such as Tom Brady, Justin Tucker, and more rise in the sport. Athletes throughout history have set incredible records and used their skills to overcome challenges on the field. Discover facts about the NFL''s biggest winners, record-setting players, and more in this fun, captivating book.

Madagascar is home to many natural wonders, from rainforests with "singing" lemurs and giant chameleons to a huge shallow lake. The island nation is also known for vanilla beans and diverse cuisine. Discover the culture, history, and future outlook of this vibrant country.

The Tuskegee Airmen were the first African American combat pilots in US military history. Ride along with these brave pilots on the dangerous military missions that changed the course of history.

With borders on the Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Sea, and the Sahara Desert, Morocco has been an important part of African and European history. Though it''s a small country, it is full of mountains, orchards, deserts, villages, and big cities. Discover Morocco''s rich culture and history since gaining independence in 1956. From artifacts of ancient empires to giant solar energy farms, discover why so many people call Morocco home.

With over 500 languages and the highest population in Africa, Nigeria has become one of the most diverse countries in the world. Visitors can find ancient cities, beautiful nature preserves, lively celebrations, and delicious foods. Follow the rich history of Nigeria and see how it became a leading economic power. Through engaging maps and images, explore 100,000 years of Nigeria''s history and culture.

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson first became famous as a wrestling superstar, but he''s become much more than his wrestling persona. Now a leading actor in movies and television, Johnson had humble beginnings in California. His interest in sports led him to football, where he became a top player in high school and college. Johnson thought he was destined to play professionally, but an injury sidelined that dream and led him into the wrestling ring instead. He followed in his father''s and grandfather''s wrestling footsteps and became "The Rock"—a world famous wrestling persona. From there, Johnson crossed over into acting, where he was a natural star. He became famous in the acting world for his roles in the movie franchises The Mummy and Fast & Furious. He''s a huge action star and has also tried out comedy and animated roles. Johnson even conquered television and became especially well known for his role in Ballers. Find out more about Johnson''s incredible life, his wrestling heritage, and his ability to capture the attention of fans around the world.

Readers are in for an exciting journey as they explore India! They''ll discover what it''s like to live there and learn about the country''s rich history, geography, culture, and more.

Kenya is an East African country with an exciting variety of cultures and wildlife. Readers will explore Kenya''s landscape while learning about life in the city, the beautiful highlands and valleys, and more.

"How has the game of basketball changed since it was first invented? In more ways than anyone back in 1891 could have ever imagined! Discover how a simple game played with peach baskets evolved over time into the complex sport we know and love today"--

Whack! When the blade strikes the puck, it''s prime time on the ice. From sizzling slap shots to brilliant backhands, experience the wickedest goals from hockey''s biggest superstars. These sensational shots were so hot, they practically set the ice on fire!

A biography telling the life story of George Washington, the leader of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, and the first president of the United States. Written in graphic-novel format.

Is that a lion? Is it an eagle? NO, it''s a griffin, the winged king of beasts! Glossy feathers, powerful wings, and the heart and body of a lion make up this fantastical creature. Ever wondered what a griffin eats? How does it fight against evil? Where does it live? Wonder no more! Striking illustrations and matter-of-fact text take you on a noble journey to learn all about griffins.

Not all cars are built for speed. From the inside out, lowriders are built for style. See how owners use hydraulics, chrome, booming speaker systems, and custom paint jobs to build cars unlike anything else on the road.

Power, agility, and speed combine to make sports cars fascinating. Learn about the engines, aerodynamics, and the most popular sports cars today. See these sleek machines and decide for yourself which one you would want to test drive.

Speed, danger, and intense competition-these are just a few elements that make stock car racing such a popular sport. See powerful stock cars close up and learn how racing teams build them for speed and safety.

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting to engage reluctant readers! The National Football League (NFL) is the most popular sports league in the United States, and the Super Bowl is its grandest stage. The incredible runs, the gutsy defensive stands, and the game-winning touchdown throws are all here. Award-winning sports author Matt Doeden explores the history of the Super Bowl and covers the championship game''s greatest moments, from Vince Lombardi leading the Green Bay Packers to victory in Super Bowl I to Tom Brady and the New England Patriots coming from 25 points behind to win Super Bowl LI. Don''t miss the thrills and the fanfare of the biggest game of the year.

On June 6, 1944, Allied bombers flew overhead as a huge naval fleet landed on the beaches of Normandy, France. Under a hail of gunfire, thousands of Allied troops fought their way onto the beaches and into the German-occupied territory. This courageous invasion became known as D-day. One of the largest military operations in history, D-day ended in Allied victory, but that victory came at a staggering price. Learn more about the brave men and women who risked and even sacrificed their lives to fight back against the Germans and help turn the tide of World War II.

The World Cup is international soccer''s championship tournament, and it rules the global sports stage. Award-winning author Matt Doeden explores the history of international soccer and covers the World Cup''s greatest moments, from the Save of the Century to Diego Maradona''s Hand of God goal to the United States Women''s National Team''s dominance. The most shocking goals, the greatest upsets, and the fun and fanfare of soccer''s biggest event are all here.

With the first world wide war, many new weapons were invented for the battlefield. Learn about the advancement in weapons in this book!

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Did you know that most of the energy we use comes from coal, oil, and natural gas? How do workers collect these fossil fuels? And what effects do these fuels have on the environment? Read this book to find out all about coal, oil, and natural gas.

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Did you know that tiny atoms that make up all matter hold huge amounts of energy? This energy, called nuclear energy, can power the television and refrigerator in your home. How is nuclear energy produced, though? And what are the drawbacks of this energy source? Read this book to find out all about nuclear energy.

The men and women of the United States Air Force are always hard at work protecting their country. Pilots, mechanics, air traffic controllers, and other airmen all have important jobs, getting help from high-tech vehicles such as the MQ-9 Reaper drone and advanced guns and missiles.

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting to engage reluctant readers! Baseball has long been dubbed America''s national pastime. When the top teams face off in the World Series each season, team legacies and fans'' hearts are on the line. Author Matt Doeden covers the century-long history of the World Series, from its humble beginnings to becoming a worldwide sensation. Discover the drama behind the statistics and record books that keeps the crowd enthralled!

Cristiano Ronaldo is a superstar soccer player for Spanish club Real Madrid. In 2015 he became the leading scorer in Champions League history with a career record 76 goals. He has claimed four Golden Shoe awards as the top goal-scorer in European soccer. Though many know him for his skills with a soccer ball, Ronaldo also has an active life off the field. Learn all about his journey to the top of the soccer world, how he stays fit, his fashion and modeling career, and much more.

On October 5, 2011, the news of the death of technology innovator Steve Jobs rocked the world. The failing health of the Apple cofounder and Pixar CEO was no secret. Jobs had given up his role as Apple''s CEO just a few months prior because of his struggle with pancreatic cancer. But his death still drew a huge reaction. From Apple employees and fans to political and business leaders, people honored Jobs''s passing by reflecting on his prolific life that greatly influenced the way technology is used. In 1976, Jobs founded Apple Computer with Steve Wozniak. As the leaders of Apple, they developed concepts—such as navigating by using a mouse to click screen icons—that shaped the way we use and interact with computers. Jobs''s forward-thinking engineering also influenced pop culture, bringing us a music revolution with the iPod, the ultimate communication device with the iPhone, and some of the first computer-animated films through Pixar. Called by some "the da Vinci of our time," Jobs used his innovation and vision to help advance technology like no other. He lived his life following a simple premise: "The only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do."

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting to engage reluctant readers! The crowd sways to the melodic strumming of a bossa nova guitarist. A vocalist belts out lyrics that blend English and Spanish. Couples dance to salsa''s syncopated rhythms. These are the sounds of Latin music. Before Latin music exploded into the mainstream in the 1990s, it was on the sidelines of American pop. Ritchie Valens fused Latin dance music with rock. Julio Iglesias popularized Latin ballads in the United States. And Gloria Estefan was the first crossover artist. But after Ricky Martin''s "Livin'' La Vida Loca" exploded onto the pop scene in 1999, Latin music took center stage. Follow the evolution of Latin music through the decades. Learn how its distinct sounds and catchy rhythms have been integrated into American pop. Discover how it is used for political expression. And read more about stars such as Victor Jara, Selena, and Shakira.

Experience the Queen Mary as you''ve never seen her before„up close and personal! YOU CHOOSE the path you take through the decks of this haunted ship. Follow the path of a modern-day visitor in this thrilling nonfiction title.

ItÍs 1863, and the Civil War has torn apart the United States. For two years, the Confederacy and the Union have battled over slavery and statesÍ rights. Will you: Fight for the Union at the Battle of Gettysburg? OR Serve with Stonewall Jackson as a Confederate soldier at the Battle of Chancellorsville? OR Try to survive the siege of Vicksburg, Mississippi, as a civilian?