(4) K-3 Leaders Doing Headstands series. Illustrated by Steliyana Doneva. These picture book biographies include a mix of direct quotes (in bold) and imagined dialogue and focus on childhood lessons that inspired and shaped these subjects. Parks's volume has emotive illustrations but takes a simplistic approach to her activism; Clinton's bio acknowledges the influence of her parents' values, but it's marred by cartoonish illustrations. Afterwords included. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Leaders Doing Headstands titles: When Hillary Rodham Clinton Played Ice Hockey and When Rosa Parks Went Fishing.

Reviewer: Cyrisse Jaffee

(2) YA In this frank yet positive account of Clinton's life through the 2015 announcement of her presidential candidacy, Blumenthal chronicles Clinton's youth, marriage, and career (including various scandals). Acknowledging that Clinton's public story has been "carefully controlled and crafted," Blumenthal allows Clinton's accomplishments (and sometimes her foibles) to take center stage and suggest the woman behind the pantsuit. Timeline. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Amy Pattee | Horn Book Magazine Issue: March, 2016

(3) 4-6 Real-Life Story series. Clinton's many accomplishments and challenges are documented in a clear, engaging style in this narrative biography. From her childhood through her win in the Democratic Primary and 2016 presidential run, Harness explores Hillary's political partnership with Bill Clinton and her struggle to fit into the mold of political wife as well as her individual political and personal endeavors. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Kristy Pasquariello

(4) 4-6 This well-organized, engaging, and voluminously sourced biography traces Clinton's life, from childhood through entering the 2016 presidential race, emphasizing themes of service, compromise, empathy, and trailblazing. Well-chosen details build historical context for young readers, particularly regarding sexism and barrier-breaking; however, the laudatory approach ("Is she some kind of superwoman?") allows only glancing consideration of criticisms from both the Right and Left. Timeline. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Claire E. Gross

(3) K-3 Illustrated by LeUyen Pham. Markel and Pham, in peppy text and spirited illustrations, provide an overview of Clinton's life, from her 1950s childhood (when "girls weren't supposed to act smart, tough, or ambitious") to Secretary of State, concluding with the statement: "No matter what Hillary does next, if she wants to change the world, she'll find a way." Appended notes provide page-by-page details about historical figures and context. Timeline.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(3) YA America's Great Political Families series. This well-written, thoroughly researched series delves into the lives and careers of presidential families, providing in-depth looks at multiple family members. From family histories and drama to political scandals, criticisms, and maneuvers, each subject is explored in a clear, objective, and engaging way. Each volume includes archival photos, a family tree, and appended "fun facts." Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers the following America's Great Political Families titles: The Kennedys, The Roosevelts, The Bushes, and The Clintons.

Reviewer: Kristy Pasquariello

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Raúl Colón. Beginning with Queen Elizabeth, Joan of Arc, and Rosie the Riveter, Winter positions Clinton among powerful women in history--then backs up his assertion with information about Clinton's life, from childhood to Secretary of State (the appended author's note hints at her presidential run). The tone is admiring and hopeful. Colón's illustrations, in his recognizable mixed-media style, are warm and varied.

Reviewer: Elissa Gershowitz

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Amy June Bates. This "updated for 2016" picture-book biography shows Clinton repeatedly surmounting obstacles to reach her goals. Each spread includes straightforward text alongside trite inspirational messages ("Take the lead role in your own life"). Browns and reds dominate the loose-outlined watercolor, gouache, and pencil illustrations; a few show Clinton looking spacy when she's meant to appear deep in thought. Bib.

Reviewer: Nell Beram

(4) YA People in the News series. These series entries provide a portrait of each subject's childhood, career, and influences. The texts, though superficial, are informative. Sidebars touch on related topics (e.g., Tibet in Dalai Lama, diabetes in Jonas Brothers), controversies (e.g., Fey's portrayal of Sarah Palin, DeGeneres's coming out), and trivia. There are five other spring 2010 books in this series. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these People in the News titles: Tyra Banks, Hillary Clinton, Tina Fey, The Dalai Lama, Jonas Brothers, and Ellen DeGeneres.

Reviewer: Cyrisse Jaffee

(4) 4-6 Women of Achievement series. This series contextualizes its subjects' lives and accomplishments in politics, culture, and/or history. The books, though dense and lengthy, are well written; sidebars supplement the narratives with interesting facts (e.g., women in the 1920s used radium to curl their hair; both Hillary and Bill Clinton have won Grammy awards). Photographs and reproductions illustrate the texts. Reading list, timeline, websites. Bib., ind. Review covers these Women of Achievement titles: Hillary Rodham Clinton, Rachael Ray, Marie Curie, Nancy Pelosi, Ellen DeGeneres, Martha Stewart, and Susan B. Anthony.

Reviewer: Hannah Rodgers Barnaby

(4) YA Essential Lives series. This series offers serviceable if bland biographies of people famous in a variety of arenas. Bono focuses on the history of U2 and the lead singer's later humanitarian work. Clinton describes her roles both as First Lady and presidential candidate. The writing is straightforward, and frequent sidebars help with historical context. Some photographs and archival materials also break up the pages. Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Essential Lives titles: Hillary Rodham Clinton and Bono.

Reviewer: Cyrisse Jaffee

(4) 4-6 People to Know Today series. Opening with a highlight or turning point in the subjects' lives, these generally laudatory biographies provide adequate (though generic) introductions to well-known personalities. Some of the accompanying photographs and sidebars are interesting, but others do little to enhance or elevate the texts. Hillary Clinton frequently shifts its focus to Bill. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these People to Know Today titles: Hillary Clinton, Steven Spielberg, and Bono.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Amy June Bates. This serviceable picture book biography shows Clinton repeatedly surmounting obstacles to reach her goals. Each spread includes straightforward narrative text alongside trite inspirational messages ("Take the lead role in your own life"). Officious browns and reds dominate the loose-outlined watercolor, gouache, and pencil illustrations; a few show Clinton looking spacy when she's meant to appear deep in thought. Bib.

Reviewer: Nell Beram

(4) YA People in the News series. This series tries to be comprehensive in its coverage, including childhood and adult life, achievements, successes, and failures. Though controversies surrounding each person are included, the books mainly show their subjects in a positive light. The many photographs and sidebars underscore the fanzine look and feel. Reading list, timeline, websites. Ind. Review covers these People in the News titles: Hilary Duff, Zac Efron, Hillary Clinton, Kelly Clarkson, Condoleezza Rice, and 50 Cent.

Reviewer: Cyrisse Jaffee

(4) YA Political Profiles series. These profiles of seven politicians currently in the spotlight are thorough, concentrating heavily on childhood, background, and the forces that shaped these leaders. The volumes will quickly be dated (especially in the four on presidential candidates); Gore ends before his Nobel Peace Prize award. Photographs help break up the dense pages. Timeline, websites. Bib., ind. Review covers these Political Profiles titles: Al Gore, Barack Obama, Rudy Giuliani, Nancy Pelosi, Hillary Clinton, John McCain, and Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Reviewer: Susan Halperin

(4) 4-6 A & E Biography series. With an engaging conversational style, each biography captures the highlights of an intriguing modern figure. Both books include interesting details, especially from childhood, and do not shy away from discussing the role the person played in controversial events. The bland layout, which includes a smattering of archival photos, does nothing for the text. Reading list, websites. Bib., ind. Review covers these A & E Biography titles: Fidel Castro and Hillary Rodham Clinton.

Reviewer: Lauren Aimonette LIang

(3) 4-6 Women of Achievement series. Published spring 1998.

Reviewer: Kitty Flynn