Merging the accessibility of graphic novels with the dynamic lives of six history-making figures, these books zoom in on fascinating people who demonstrated outstanding qualities of leadership. These graphic biographies bring their stories to life with colorful, vibrant artwork and historically and grammatically correct text.

Witness how persistence and hard work can yield fame and success in these intimate behind-the-scenes looks at six enormously popular musicians with insights into the music genres and the industry behind them.

Through his reggae music, Marley brokered stability between Jamaica's warring parties while projecting his worldwide message of love and Rastafarian harmony.

Readers will witness the incendiary times that catapulted King to legendary fame during America's civil rights movement. His story is told with a sensitive approach to the violence and racism of the period.

More than a champion in the boxing ring, Ali was an inspiration to the Muslim community around the world and a broker for peace during turbulent times.

After growing up in South African apartheid Mandela fought for racial equality through peaceful means. The story of this magnetic leader is told with sensitivity to both racial issues and the violence of the apartheid abolition movement.

A charismatic role model, Winfrey has championed various social causes, from civil right to literacy. In line with her interest in education, through her Book Club Winfrey has popularized important but under-appreciated books and promoted many great authors.

This fair, balanced, and non-politicized biography chronicles the timeline of a woman thrown into extraordinary circumstances when she set off a series of events that would change history by refusing to move to the back of a bus.

Beyoncé's work ethic and the importance of religion and family in her life make her an inspirational role model for kids. Follow her start in her mother's hair salon to her multiple Grammy wins. Uncover the origin of Beyoncé's name and her life behind the headlines as a rhythm and blues star.

The faith-based postgrunge band Lifehouse knows the value of tenacity and optimism. From small-venue gigs to a gold album, from early success through hard times and commercial failure,

Witness how Linkin Park, through hard work, friendship and creativity, turned obstacles and personal problems into achievements. After repeated record label rejections, they persevered and self-promoted through the Web.

Switchfoot is an example of a band that became popular first in the Christian market and then found crossover mainstream success.