(4) YA Out in Front series. This book starts with the story of Nujood, a Yemeni girl forced to marry at nine, then surveys the broader issue of child marriage and its ramifications, including abuse, health issues, lack of education, and the loss of freedom and civil rights. Despite some misinformation (e.g., "availability of birth control pills beginning in the 1920s"), the detailed narrative and strong accompanying images are powerful. Websites. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Melinda Greenblatt

(4) YA World Writers series. Full of information, these titles explore the personal and professional trajectories of popular authors. Real Courage also delves into the social and political history of the time. The subjects are engaging, but the books would benefit from better organization. The stock photographs are often only tangentially related to the texts. Timeline, websites. Bib., ind. Review covers these World Writers titles: Rick Riordan, Real Courage, and Suzanne Collins.

Reviewer: Rebecca Hachmyer