Author Biographies

Being a brilliant scientist who helped build India’s space and missile programs and later became the President of India.

Writing clever mystery stories with surprising endings.

A famous writer who shared big ideas about life through stories and won the Nobel Prize in Literature.

A British writer best known for the imaginative novel *Brave New World* and his thoughtful essays.

Being a famous soccer player and a leader on the United States women’s national soccer team.

He is a famous television journalist who reports news stories from around the world.

A businessman who became one of the richest people in the world and gave most of his money to help others learn and grow.

Being a television host and producer, best known for hosting the talk show "Watch What Happens Live" and for helping create and produce the "Real Housewives" television franchise.

A famous movie actress and a helper for people around the world

Being a famous writer who created plays and short stories loved all around the world

Being a friendly food expert on the TV show *Queer Eye* and teaching people to enjoy cooking.

Writing famous plays that explore family, dreams, and standing up for what is right

He was the 44th President of the United States and the first African American to hold the job.

Being a famous American chef known for bold flavors and exciting cooking competitions

He is best known for writing The Chronicles of Narnia, a famous fantasy book series for children.

She is famous for being a cheerful movie actress and author who starred in many popular family-friendly films.

Helping people understand space and science through books, TV shows, and exciting ideas.

She was a famous actress and writer best known for playing Princess Leia in Star Wars.

He was a scientist who explained how living things change over time through a process called evolution.

Being a famous writer who created exciting stories and memorable characters.

He helped people understand that Earth changes slowly over a very long time.

Being a famous writer who shared African stories with the world, especially through his book *Things Fall Apart*.

He is famous for fixing up old houses on the TV show "Fixer Upper" and for starting the Magnolia company.

A famous actor known for playing powerful characters in movies like Dracula, Star Wars, and The Lord of the Rings.

A famous singer and songwriter who also helps kids learn to love reading.