This season’s additions to the ongoing “Sports Superstar” series are just as great as the previous releases. Readers are introduced to stars from various sports, including gymnastics, swimming, football, and more. Each title provides an overview of the athlete’s life story and career highlights. The writing remains concise for early or reluctant readers but is still full of fascinatingfacts that will draw them in. Even more captivating are the visual elements: each page is filled with vibrant colors, background graphics, and exciting photos of the athletes in action.

When it comes to the world of sports, there’s no shortage of amazing players for fans to admire. The books in the Sports Superstars series let readers get up close to some of these famous athletes and learn more about their careers. Highly visual, this series keeps its stat-saturated text brief and places an emphasis on action-packed photos and colorful infographics. In Diana Taurasi, readers learn interesting facts about how this Phoenix Mercury guard became one of the top women’s basketball players in the world. Juan Soto follows the young Dominican’s rapid rise to baseball’s major leagues, where his talents as an outfielder and hitter have helped his team, the Washington Nationals, win the World Series. Simone Biles covers the astonishing number of medals—including 4 Olympic golds and 19 World Championship golds—won by this gymnast and her decision to prioritize her mental health during the 2020 Olympic Games. Steph Curry discusses this point guard’s knack for scoring 3-point- ers and how he led the Golden State Warriors to victory during the 2022 NBA Finals. Short and quick reads, these books are perfect for general sports lovers and those looking for introductory sports biographies. Readers will be drawn to this high-interest series and the inspiring players it showcases.