Book Series · 30 Books

Who HQ Now Books

In order from Who Is Greta Thunberg? to Who Was Vincent van Gogh?. Part of Who Was . . . ?.

The Who HQ Now series is a set of 30 chapter books by Who HQ, published between 2020 and 2025. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 55 pages.

Who Is Greta Thunberg?
Who Is Kamala Harris?
Who Is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?
Who Is Ken Jennings?
Who Is Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson?
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Who Is Greta Thunberg?
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Who Is Greta Thunberg?

By Who HQ, Jill Leonard, Manuel Gutierrez (Illustrator)

A young girl skips school to protest climate change and sparks a global movement

56 pages· 3,886 words· Est. 33 min read
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Summary: At fifteen, Greta Thunberg sat alone outside the Swedish parliament with a simple sign, demanding climate action. Her solitary protest sparked a worldwide movement, challenging leaders and inspiring millions. Discover the pivotal moments that transformed a schoolgirl into a global icon, as she continues to fight for the planet's future. What drives her relentless pursuit for change, and how did her actions captivate the world? This is the story of a revolution led by one determined voice.
The complete set

Who HQ Now Series

30 books · Published 2020–2025

Series
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$574

Who Is Greta Thunberg?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

A young girl skips school to protest climate change and sparks a global movement

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$574

Who Is Kamala Harris?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

A biography of Kamala Harris, the first woman of color to run for vice president for a major political party

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$574

Who Is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

A young bartender's unexpected rise to Congress reshapes politics.

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$474

Who Is Ken Jennings?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Discover the journey of a trivia buff who became Jeopardy's greatest champion.

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$574

Who Is Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

A biography of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, from his childhood to his rise as a professional wrestler and actor.

What Is the Coronavirus Disease COVID-19?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

A new virus spreads rapidly around the world, causing widespread illness and death.

Who Is Tom Brady?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

A biography of Tom Brady, the legendary NFL quarterback, from his childhood to his record-breaking career

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$474

What Is Black Lives Matter?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Explore the rise of a movement challenging racial violence and seeking justice through non-violent protest.

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$574

Who Is Chloe Kim?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

A biography of Chloe Kim, the youngest American woman to ever medal in snowboarding at the Olympics, and her journey to becoming a gold-medal-winning Winter Olympian and a role model for many in the Asian American community

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$474

Who Is Colin Kaepernick?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

A professional football player uses his platform to protest police brutality and racial injustice.

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$574

Who Is Cristiano Ronaldo?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

A biography of Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the world's greatest soccer players, from his childhood to his rise to fame and success.

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$574

Who Is Stacey Abrams?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

A young girl's journey from typist to political trailblazer fighting for voting rights.

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$574

Who Is Zendaya?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

A biography of the life and career of actress and singer Zendaya

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$574

Who Is Ketanji Brown Jackson?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

A young debater defies odds to become a Supreme Court trailblazer.

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$574

Who Is Megan Rapinoe?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Discover the triumphs and activism of a soccer legend who changed the game on and off the field.

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$574

Who Is Simone Biles?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

The life story of a young gymnast who rose to become one of the most decorated gymnasts in history.

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$574

Who Is Nathan Chen?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2023

Discover the thrilling journey of a figure skating champion's rise to Olympic gold.

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$574

Who Was Betty White?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2023

A biography of Betty White's life and career in show business

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$574

Who Is Harry Styles?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

From band fame to solo stardom, explore a musician's journey to Grammy glory.

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$1348

Who Is Aaron Judge?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Discover the rise of a baseball legend who shattered records and captivated fans.

What Is a Solar Eclipse?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Discover the mysteries of solar eclipses and their impact on Earth.

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$574

Who Is Katie Ledecky?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2024

A young swimmer's journey to Olympic greatness unfolds.

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$574

Who Is Bad Bunny?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Discover Bad Bunny's rise from Soundcloud to global stardom.

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$574

Who Is Lionel Messi?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Discover the journey of a soccer legend who never forgets his roots.

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$574

Who Is Travis Kelce?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2024

Discover how a multi-sport athlete became a two-time Super Bowl champion.

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$574

Who Is Ariana Grande?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Discover how a young actress transformed into a Grammy-winning pop sensation.

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$574

Who Is Caitlin Clark?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

A basketball phenom shatters records and captivates millions on her journey to the pros.

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$574

Who Is Shohei Ohtani?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Discover the rise of a baseball legend who redefines the game with unmatched dual skills.

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$674

Who Was Vincent van Gogh?

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Discover the misunderstood artist who created masterpieces but sold only one painting in his lifetime.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Who HQ Now series?

There are 30 books in the Who HQ Now series. It began with Who Is Greta Thunberg? in 2020, and the newest book, Who Was Vincent van Gogh?, was published in 2025.

What ages are the Who HQ Now books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Who HQ Now to life.

01

Who HQ

Author
02

Jill Leonard

Author
03

Kirsten Anderson

Author
04

James Buckley Jr.

Author
05

Michael Burgan

Author
06

Lakita Wilson

Author
07

Stefanie Loh

Author
08

Shelia P. Moses

Author
09

Joseph Liu

Author
10

Dana Meachen Rau

Author
11

G. M. Taboas Zayas

Author
12

Ellen Labrecque

Author
13

Paula K. Manzanero

Author
14

Manuel Gutierrez

Illustrator
15

Jake Murray

Illustrator
16

Gregory Copeland

Illustrator
17

Dede Putra

Illustrator
18

Andrew Thomson

Illustrator
19

Joseph J. M. Qiu

Illustrator
20

Laurie A. Conley

Illustrator

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