In this age of YouTube sensations and televised music competitions, it can seem like pop stars actually “pop” up overnight. However, it’s rare that someone can truly become a music sensation without first logging many hours of hard work. Luckily, this guide, featuring many famous pop stars, can take readers behind the scenes to find out the many ways that pop stars have been discovered as well as tips readers can use to prepare themselves for a life in music. A fun design featuring infographics make this high-interest topic even more appealing.

"This guide, featuring many famous pop stars, can take readers behind the scenes to find out the many ways that pop stars have been discovered as well as tips readers can use to prepare themselves for a life in music."--Provided by publisher.

Whether young athletes aspire to be football, basketball, soccer, baseball, or some other kind of sports star, this guide to all things athletic can give them a true picture of the life of a superstar athlete. It's not all autographs and interviews! Long hours of training and even study take place off the field, often for years. This engaging volume offers plenty of advice--some from renowned athletes themselves--about how to avoid injury, hone your skills, and make a splash in the world of sports.

Zoe Kravitz may be the daughter of two famous parents, but she's made a name for herself in show business in her own right. The actress, musician, and model has appeared in many popular movies, including the Divergent films and Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald. Through vibrant photographs and informative text, readers will learn about Kravitz's climb to success. Captivating quotes from Kravitz, engaging fact boxes, and a concluding timeline provide additional information about this star's life.

One of the most popular singer-songwriters today, John Legend has earned many awards for his work. He even became part of an elite group known as EGOT winners after winning an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony. This innovative biography follows along John's unique journey from child prodigy to world-famous musician. Colorful photographs accompany accessible text, ensuring readers of many ages and levels can enjoy this book. Fact boxes and quotes from Legend add additional information, enhancing this story of his rise to stardom.

This eBook version of the Green Guide Great Britain by Michelin features the best of Great Britain, its three unique countries and dozens of different cultures and landscapes. Tours, maps, full-color photos, illustrations and plenty of fascinating sidebars help you to explore this island where heritage, history and high culture play a continuing role, but nothing stands still for long. Whether walking among the Victoriana of Tunbridge Wells, taking a tour of the British Museum, or beach-hopping on the Pembrokeshire coast, Michelin's celebrated star-rating system and respected maps make sure you see the best that Great Britain has to offer.

From a job in the mail room at EMI Music Publishing Cowell rose through the ranks swiftly and after becoming a record producer at the firm, left to set up his own company. Following the collapse of his first business and a time at BMG, Cowell went on to pioneer the Popstars TV talent show, and subsequently co-produce Pop Idol and more recently The X Factor. As a music producer he has achieved sales of over 25 million albums, over 70 top 30 records, and 17 Number 1 singles. His band 'Westlife' has achieved an impressive 10 Number 1 hits alone. The Sunday Times Rich List recently estimated that he earned £33.5m in one year alone, thanks to the global success of the 'Pop Idol' brand. The 10 Secrets of the International Music Mogul are: Work Your Way Up – get to know your industry Don’t Be Defeated – how to overcome set backs in business Grab Opportunities – respond to the market Know Your Market – and consistently produce the product they want Think Differently – take your product and spin it in different formats Get Your Name on the Credits – and reap the rewards Don’t Look Back – learn from missed opportunities but keep moving forwards Say it How It Is – straight talking saves time in business Build a Personal Brand – and be respected for what you do well if nothing else Use Your Contacts – there is no shame to pulling strings in business