Michelle also works as a freelance editor and writing teacher and serves on the Writing for Young People MFA faculty at Lesley University. Her other books include the picture book Marilyn's Monster (one of NPR's Best Books of 2015) and the novels The Dragon of Trelian (VOYA Top Shelf Fiction for Middle School Readers) and Evil Librarian (YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults and winner of the Sid Fleischman Award for Humor). Michelle Knudsen () is the New York Times bestselling author of fifty books for young readers of all ages, including the award-winning picture book Library Lion, which was selected by TIME magazine as one of the 100 Best Children's Books of All Time. 'This welcome installment of the series will captivate an audience of varying reading levels with a fast pace, accessible language, and adventurous storytelling.' - School Library Journal A likable, meaningful addition to the She Persisted collection.' - Kirkus Reviews 'A fast read, sure to engage transitioning independent readers or older reluctant reader more sophisticated readers. But Nellie never gave up, no matter how many obstacles she faced-and she helped others along the way.Ĭomplete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Nellie Bly's footsteps and make a difference! A perfect choice for kids who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women into their curriculum.Īnd don’t miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Clara Lemlich, Sonia Sotomayor, and more!

She went undercover to expose wrongdoing and famously raced around the world so she could write about the experience for her newspaper.

Nellie Bly was a journalist and one of the first investigative reporters ever. In this chapter book biography by New York Times bestselling author Michelle Knudsen, readers learn about the amazing life of Nellie Bly-and how she persisted.

Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds!

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