SPARK. In this series of linked biographies, best-selling author and acclaimed journalist Claudia Kalb follows the journeys of thirteen remarkable individuals–from Shirley Temple to Alexander Fleming to Eleanor Roosevelt to Bill Gates–to discover the secrets behind their talents. Each possessed a unique arc of inspiration. Each–through science, art, music, theater, and politics–reached extraordinary success at different stages of life. And each offers us a chance to explore the genesis–and experience–of genius. SPARK is available April 27, 2021 wherever books are sold. Looking for even more books about prodigies? Check out these lists: 8 of the Best Books About Child Prodigies and 10 Fascinating Books By or About Child Prodigies.