Young Adult Nonfiction

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Band Nerds Confessions: Quotes from the 13th Chair Trombone Player - Paperback

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by Dj Corchin (Author), Dan Dougherty (Illustrator)A hilariously brilliant compilation of all things related to band-nerd utopia will have you at cello This sharp installment of the 13th Chair series from DJ Corchin is laugh-out-loud funny Socrates. Plato. Aristotle. Mere child's play Band Nerds Confessions is the newest addition to the Band Nerds Book Series. With over 800 quotes, anecdotes, and thoughts from the 13th Chair, there isn't a larger source of band hodgepodge genius on the plan...

Unbeatable: How Crispus Attucks Basketball Broke Racial Barriers and Jolted the World - Paperback

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by Phillip Hoose (Author)Attucks! is true story of the all-black high school basketball team that broke the color barrier in segregated 1950s Indiana, masterfully told by National Book Award winner Phil Hoose. By winning the state high school basketball championship in 1955, ten teens from an Indianapolis school meant to be the centerpiece of racially segregated education in the state shattered the myth of their inferiority. Their brilliant coach had fashioned an unbeatable team from a group ...

Don't Mess With This Mama: Risking It All to Rescue Our Daughter - Hardcover

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by Missy Maxwell Worton (Author), Missy Maxwell Worton (Author), Chris Overstreet (Foreword by)A PRECIOUS ETHIOPIAN GIRL IN PERIL...AN AMERICAN ADOPTIVE FAMILY IN PURSUIT OF HER FREEDOM...INTERVENTION FROM AN UNSHAKEABLE GODWith Hurricane Sandy slamming into the East Coast, an epic spiritual storm ensues for Mark and Missy Worton, who courageously board the last plane to Ethiopia to rescue a six-year-old girl. Although Favor has already been declared their daughter, she is about to be wrongly...

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by Cindy W. Hollingsworth (Author), Lynn Bemer Coble (Editor), Jennifer Tipton Cappoen (Illustrator)Thomas Stuart is a formerly feral cat that found his way to Stuart, Virginia, in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. There he was noticed by Erica and Stephanie who work in Attorney Christopher A. Corbett's law office in downtown Stuart. The Law Trio welcomed Thomas into their office with open arms. The striped tabby enjoys lying on the legal papers, playing with his toys and sprawling i...

The Strenuous Life of Scott Joplin: Ragtime Composer - Paperback

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by Gail Masinda (Author)Scott Joplin perfected ragtime music and raised it to a true art form. A man of his time, yet clearly hindered by it, his strenuous life unfolded with joy and sorrow, success and failure. Discover facts and trivia about his bestseller, "The Maple Leaf Rag." See how his music was influenced by politics and the world around him, including the surprising story of a train crash that went very, very wrong. The Joplin story is told by combining colorful graphic novel-style s...

Sports Nutrition for Young Adults: A Game-Winning Guide to Maximize Performance - Paperback

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by Jackie Slomin (Author)Elevate your diet, elevate your performance―a cookbook and sports nutrition guide for athletes ages 16 and upA structured and disciplined training regimen is vital to any up-and-coming athlete―but without proper nutrition, you are just spinning your wheels. Sports Nutrition for Young Adults introduces you to the essential role nutrition plays in order to excel no matter the sport. Whether you're a competitive swimmer with Olympic dreams or a high school running back l...

Everyday Princess: Daughter of the King - Paperback

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by Sheila Butt (Author), Ben Giselbach (Designed by), Joe Wells (Editor)Wouldn't it be awesome to be a real princess...not just for a day...or for a month...but forever? God invites us to be just that, and then gives us the perfect instruction manual for becoming His child and living like a courageous daughter of The King. The life of a genuine princess comes with great responsibility and fantastic reward When we study the Word of God and apply it to our lives, we show the world what a child...

Color Me Canine (Herding Group): A Coloring Book for Dog Owners of All Ages - Paperback

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by Sandy Bergstrom Mesmer (Author)Whip-smart and eager to please, Herding Dogs want nothing more than to work by your side.Like the Maxwell Award-winning "Toy Group", "Color Me Canine (Herding Group)" has details about each breed, from energy level to life expectancy, from coat care to trainability. Where do they come from? Do they shed? It's all in there.Each breed has a distinctive, non-copyrighted coloring page. Try to find the name of the breed somewhere on each page All the artwork has ...

Don't Mess With This Mama: Risking It All to Rescue Our Daughter - Paperback

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by Jonathan Catherman (Preface by)There's a lot a guy needs to know as he grows up and makes his way in the world. And a lot of it, he wouldn't necessarily want to have to ask about because then, well, people would know he didn't know what he was doing For all the guys out there who want to have it all together, Jonathan Catherman offers this collection of one hundred step-by-step instructions on almost everything a guy needs to know, including how to- wear cologne correctly- manage a credit...

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by Jill Biden (Author)An intimate look at the love that built the Biden family and the delicate balancing act of the woman at its center. "How did you get this number?" Those were the first words Jill Biden spoke to U.S. senator Joe Biden when he called her out of the blue to ask her on a date. Growing up, Jill had wanted two things: a marriage like her parents'--strong, loving, and full of laughter--and a career. An early heartbreak had left her uncertain about love, until she met Joe. But a...

Doodling for Cat Lovers: How to draw Cats step by step (100 Pages) - Paperback

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by Tony R. Smith (Author)Do you love cats? Do you love to draw? Doodling for Cat lovers will provide hours of entertainment for all family members. We all know our cat is a family member. This unique doodling/drawing book is just what all cat lovers need. Cat lovers can rejoice Now you can doodle everyday like never-before. Doodling for Cat lovers include fun examples of prompts for doodling/drawing all kinds of cats. Number of Pages: 110 Dimensions: 0.23 x 9 x 6 IN Illustrated: Yes Publicat...

Hidden: A 40-Day Journey of Knowing Christ and Making Him Known - Paperback

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by Scott Dawson (Author)Be hidden in Christ and walk with Him in victory. Never before has the church been in such need of bold believers to share the life-giving gospel with the world. The time is now for us as Christians to rise up, throw off the chains of sin and shame, and live in full confidence of our righteousness in Christ. Allow this forty-day journey through Hidden to inspire, challenge, convict, and truly transform you as you learn to: Accept forgiveness Walk in power Live in ho...

Vegetarian Cookbook for Teens: 100 Fun Recipes to Cook Like a Pro - Paperback

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by Sarah Baker (Author)Be good to your body, animals, and the planet―vegetarian cooking for teensWhatever your reason for exploring vegetarian cooking―your love of animals, reducing your carbon footprint, or the variety of health benefits―the Vegetarian Cookbook for Teens will show you that meatless cooking goes way beyond a life of sprouts and salads. In fact, vegetarian cooking can be fun, easy, flavorful, and lead to a lifetime of wellness. This cookbook for teens is filled with delicious ...

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by Queenie Chan (Illustrator), Queenie Chan (Author)In the first of this "Women Who Were Kings" series, we uncover the life of the first great woman in history. Hatshepsut--throne name Maatkare--was one of the greatest pharaohs of Ancient Eygpt, and remarkably--a woman.In a civilisation that didn't allow women to rule, how did Hatshepsut ascend to the throne? What did she achieve, and what were her policies as a female politician? What mark did she make on Egypt as its female king? What is he...

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by Queenie Chan (Author), Queenie Chan (Illustrator)In the second of this "Women Who Were Kings" series, we chart the life of Wu Zhao--post-humously named Wu Zetian--China's only female Emperor. Born a commoner, she was a concubine to two generations of Emperors before finally seizing the throne after her husband's death.Her remarkable ascent and political acumen is told in this story, along with her economic, cultural, and military achievements which brought decades of prosperity to Tang Dyn...

How to Become an Equine Veterinarian: a Guide for Teens - Paperback

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by Justin B. Long (Author), Erica Lacher DVM (Author)Do you want to become an equine vet, but you're not sure how to get there? Learn the key success factors for getting into vet school.Do you eat, sleep, breathe, and dream horses, and can't imagine doing anything besides becoming an equine veterinarian? Do you worry that you're not covering all the bases in high school and college to get into vet school? With twenty years' experience in her own equine practice, Dr. Erica Lacher has reviewed ...

The Money Club: A Teenage Guide to Financial Literacy Workbook - Paperback

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by Jasmine Brown (Author)The Money Club Workbook follows The Money Club: A Teenage Guide to Financial Literacy to provide practice for even the most daunting of financial topics. Ms. Brown provides an interactive way to the understanding of the basic concepts that shape today's financial world. The Money Club Workbook also gives tools students can use to develop as a part of their every day financial decisions. Topics include: Choosing the right bank account Beginning investing Setting SMART ...

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by Noah Berlatsky (Editor)Is it possible to truly develop artificial intelligence? What does the Turing test reveal about artificial intelligence? What ethical issues are raised by artificial intelligence? What are some valuable applications of artificial intelligence? Answering these four questions is the crux of this collection of essays. Readers will experience a sequence of for-or-against viewpoints that answer these questions and related subtopics. Because readers are presented with a va...

An Introduction to Women's Collegiate Bowling - Paperback

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by Heather Trapp (Author), Wayne L. Davis (Author), Dawn M. Larder (Illustrator)This book is an introduction to the fundamentals of U.S. women's collegiate bowling. Ten-pin bowling, which is a target sport, has existed in its earliest form for thousands of years. Today, bowling is played by millions of people across the world. Although bowling involves physics, chemistry, and math, this book is written and illustrated for young athletes who are new to bowling. This book describes some of the ...

Trailblazing Your Teen Years: Successful Habits to LAUNCH out of the norms, LEAD ahead of the pack, and LAND into your destiny - Hardcover

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by Noah Halloran (Author), Nanette O'Neal (Editor), Felicity Fox (Editor)CALLING ALL TEENAGERS WANT TO BECOME A CONFIDENT DECISION MAKER, AN INDEPENDENT THINKER, AND AN ORIGINAL PATHFINDER?THEN THIS BOOK IS A MUST READ.These are the years we struggle with figuring out our identity and destiny amid juggling homework, hormones, extracurricular activities, and relationships. Sixteen-year-old author Noah Halloran knows the struggle all too well.In this unique teen-to-teen book, he comes alongside...

Trailblazing Your Teen Years: Successful Habits to LAUNCH out of the norms, LEAD ahead of the pack, and LAND into your destiny - Paperback

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Sacred Spaces: My Journey to the Heart of Military Marriage - Paperback

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by Corie Weathers (Author)The vulnerable true story of a journey that changed a military spouse's perspective of deployment, herself, and her military marriage. "Corie shares insights we can bring into our own hearts to see our own relationships with new eyes."-Amy Bushatz, Executive Editor, Military.com "Your heart will break and heal with every turn of the page."-Taya Kyle, New York Times bestselling author of American Wife and executive director of the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation Like many ...

Merchant Navy Survival Guide: Survive & thrive on your first ship - Paperback

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by Nic Gardner (Author)Have you ever gazed at a ship on the horizon, or contemplated a ship leaving port, and wondered what it would be like to work on something like that? Have you ever thought about going to sea, but you didn't know where to start? Are you curious about the practical details of life at sea? This is the book for you Learn the difference between the merchant navy and the navy, and how maritime law works. Explore the jobs that are available on merchant ships. Find out what sor...

Dear Black Girl, You are IT!: A Guide to Becoming an Intelligent & Triumphant Black Girl - Paperback

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by Tamera Elyse Trimuel (Author)"Dear Black Girl, You are IT" wages war against the stereotypes of young black girls. In a world designed to keep black girls inferior, this book will inspire young black girls to love themselves completely and to destroy the stigma that was put in place to defeat them. You will stop looking at yourself as just ordinary, and instead, realize you are a Black Girl who has the power to transcend the barriers that are positioned to limit you. God gave you the stren...

The Modern Guide to Stock Market Investing for Teens: How to Ensure a Life of Financial Freedom Through the Power of Investing. - Paperback

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by Jon Law (Author)Investing is the best thing teenagers can do to build long-term wealth and become financially free because each dollar invested as a teen will become worth exponentially more. This book, written by a fellow teen, covers everything a teen will need to know to understand and have success in the stock market, as well as provides an introduction to related topics including personal budgeting, saving money, and making money. We'll also explore concrete, real-life examples, and l...

The Clever Teens' Guide to World War Two - Paperback

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by Felix Rhodes (Author)The Clever Teens' Guide to World War Two: The perfect guide for background reading or revision. The war that shaped the 20th century and the course of history; a total war covering the entire globe. Fought on land, sea, and air, World War 2 put the civilian, however young or old, in the frontline of war. It was by far the deadliest conflict in human history, marked by over 50 million fatalities. It began (arguably) with Germany's invasion of Poland in September 1939 ...

Eco Winners: Uncovering the Traits of Successful Environmental Leaders - Paperback

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by Katya Pronichenko (Author)Did you know that going one year without eating beef can save up to 3,432 trees per year? Do you want to become more sustainable and a leader in the environmental field? Eco Winners: Uncovering the Traits of Successful Environmental Leaders recognizes the leaders of some of the most successful environmental movements of our day and uncovers how they were able to achieve success when others couldn't. In this book, you'll read about: Eco History Insights into t...

Be True to Yourself: Daily Affirmations and Awesome Advice for Teen Girls (Gifts for Teen Girls, Teen and Young Adult Maturing and Bullying Issues) - Paperback

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by Amanda Ford (Author)When Amanda Ford emerged from her tumultuous teenage years, she saw the need for a guide to help girls learn to listen to their inner voices and think for themselves. Be True to Yourself is the big sister Amanda never had-and always wanted to be. It provides the encouragement and guidance she wished, as a teenage girl, that an older sister had given her, as well as stories and advice that she would have loved to share with a younger sister during her own teen years. ...

Anxiety Relief for Teens: Essential CBT Skills and Mindfulness Practices to Overcome Anxiety and Stress - Paperback

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by Regine Galanti (Author)Is anxiety disrupting your life? With proven CBT-based skills and mindfulness techniques, this book can be your guide out of the spiraling stress of anxiety and get you back on track to living a happy and healthy life. Getting good grades, keeping up with social media, maintaining friendships... you have a lot on your plate and it's more difficult when you add anxiety to the mix. You may even be avoiding situations, events, or people that could trigger your anxiety. ...

The Complete Cookbook for Teens: 120+ Recipes to Level Up Your Kitchen Game - Paperback

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by Julee Morrison (Author)The complete cookbook to boost a teen chef's confidence in the kitchenFor teens, learning to cook doesn't just help them eat well-it can encourage flavor exploration, unlock creativity, and build confidence. The Complete Cookbook for Teens teaches young adults a range of cooking skills through straightforward instructions, plenty of tips and tricks, and more than 120 easy recipes.Inside this cookbook for teens, young chefs will learn to follow a recipe, set up their ...

The Clever Teens' Guide to World War One - Paperback

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by Felix Rhodes (Author)The Clever Teens' Guide to World War One: The perfect guide for background reading or revision. It lasted over 1,500 days and was without parallel. World War One threw the globe into a war of unprecedented horror, fought with terrifying new weapons, and of death on an industrial magnitude, a war that involved so many nations and reached into the very fabric of society. The war of 1914 - 1918 changed the world and shaped the twentieth century. The Clever Teens' Guide ...