Amy Tan

by Barbara Kramer

Published 1 June 1996
Explores the life and career of author Amy Tan, from her childhood in Oakland, California, through her struggle to accept her Chinese heritage, to her career as a writer.

Ron Howard

by Barbara Kramer

Published 1 August 1998
Presents the life and career of Ron Howard who gained fame as a young actor starring in television shows and went on to become a film director and producer.

Tom Hanks

by Barbara Kramer

Published 16 January 2001
Discusses the life of Tom Hanks including his various talents as film actor, director, writer, and producer.

Madeleine Albright

by Barbara Kramer

Published 16 January 2000
Describes the personal life and political career of Madeleine Albright, the first woman to become Secretary of State.

Tipper Gore

by Barbara Kramer

Published 1 February 1999
Chronicles the political and personal life of the wife of Vice President Al Gore, focusing on her work with the Parents Music Resource Center and the National Mental Health Association, the books she has written, and her duties as "Second Lady" of the United States.