one skeptic, ten self-help gurus, and a year on the brink of the comfort zone
Lisick, Beth
2008
Beth Lisick recounts the year she spent trying to turn her life around with the help of national experts and self-help gurus, who taught her how to face her fears head-on and learn to love the life she has.
Describes the life and achievements of the Los Angeles Dodgers' star catcher and power-hitter who was voted National League Rookie of the Year in 1993.
Brendan Halpin recounts his experiences teaching students of vastly different backgrounds and explains why he continues to be a teacher despite the many challenges he has faced in his career.
Texas filmmaker Robert Rodriguez shares the story of how he completed the feature film "El Mariachi" with one camera, no crew, and a mere seven-thousand-dollar budget.
Carolyn Jessop recounts her involvement in the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which forced her to become the fourth wife of a fifty-year-old man before she managed to escape and expose the group and its practices, leading to the arrest of their notorious leader, Warren Jeffs.
Explores the personal and professional life of Philadelphia-born Will Smith, a highly successful rap musician, television and film actor whose awards include Grammy and American Music Awards.
Chronicles the life and career of Will Smith, discussing his childhood, family, success in the music, television, and motion picture industries, lifestyle, and other related topics.