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Started in Chicago, Illinois, Groupon has expanded to dozens of cities all around the world and has become an Internet sensation. Mason’s billion-dollar idea has revolutionized e-commerce. Groupon ha …

Hunting is an enriching outdoor activity that can draw one closer to nature and its rhythms and be a great bonding experience with friends and family. Yet, given that guns are involved, it is potenti …

This informed and easy-to-follow volume defines and describes debt and default and how they affect the average person and his or her family. Causes and effects of different kinds of debt are explored …

Teens who are handy have many opportunities to earn money, whether being their own bosses or earning wages at a local business, they can pick and choose the path that suits them best. Gaining experie …

Building maintenance workers are engaged in operating and maintaining computerized power plant systems, and light plumbing and electrical work in various types of buildings. This valuable guide instr …

One of the largest empires the world has ever known, the Empire of Mali flourished in West Africa from 1235 CE until 1464. The empire remains well known for its wealth and significant cultural influe …

There is currently a heroin epidemic afflicting North America, and it is not confined only to urban areas or to older, seasoned drug addicts. The latest epidemic has swamped suburban and rural areas …

The gun rights issue has been among the most contentious debates since the founding of the United States. This instructive volume offers close but comprehensible readings of the Second Amendment set …

Chemist Isaac Asimov was acclaimed for his fiction and nonfiction writing. As a Russian Jewish immigrant, Asimov told stories from an early age. Among the most celebrated is his Foundation Trilogy, w …

The Perks of Being a Wallflower, the best-selling book written by author Stephen Chbosky is to today’s young adults what J. D. Salinger’s The Catcher in the Rye was to teens of decades past. In poign …

The discoveries in physics that inform current dark matter theory, everything from Newtonian gravity to Einstein’s relativity to the Higgs boson, are examined in this authoritative guide. It examines …

Building a toolbox in a high school metal shop can lead to building skyscrapers as a construction manager, with some heavy-duty training (and resume building) along the way. In this book, readers are …

This essential guide discusses the very real threat to young people by gangs in the United States and the perpetuation of those gangs due to poverty, disenfranchisement, and a sometimes too-harsh pun …

The skills required to deliver successful research papers have never been more important. This authoritative book provides young readers with a solid foundation to help them formulate their ideas, em …

One of the lesser-known historical crimes that wiped out millions of people was Holodomor (loosely translated from Ukrainian as "death by hunger"), the famine and genocide that occurred dur …

The skills required to deliver successful research papers have never been more important. This authoritative book provides young readers with a solid foundation to help them formulate their ideas, em …

Some civil rights figures are household names, while others struggle to get their stories told. This biography details the life and activism of Sylvia Mendez, who helped desegregate California school …

Some civil rights figures are household names, while others struggle to get their stories told. This biography details the life and activism of Sylvia Mendez, who helped desegregate California school …

Among the most pressing issues of our time is the battle to preserve our environment, and avert the looming catastrophe of climate change. In this inspiring volume, students are introduced to the his …

With automation arriving, all industries need coders behind the scenes. The food industry is no exception. This insightful book guides future computer science experts on a path to success, from which …

Starting a business is inherently risky, but it has historically been much harder for African Americans due to the systemic racism they face in many different areas. However, many black entrepreneurs …

With more than 10 billion total video views by 2018, Mark Edward "Markiplier" Fischbach is one of the biggest names in the digital age. Making a name for himself through a combination of a …

The greatest entertainers of our time often combine talent, instincts, hard work, and perseverance. Chris Rock has drawn on all four to become one of the most revered, respected, and consistently suc …

Cruise liners, destroyers, aircraft carriers, and oil tankers are some of the massive watercraft breaking records and keeping the world economy moving and safe. This fascinating resource provides sna …

The modern skylines of major cities around the globe are both majestic and awe-inspiring. Since the turn of the century, ever more impressive and innovative skyscrapers have been built. This resource …

This title discusses the terrible physical and mental consequences of prescription drug abuse and addiction, especially to the developing bodies and minds of teens. Written for middle school students …

Hamid Karzai was the president of Afghanistan. This biography gives an authoritative and balanced account of this man who is the first post-Taliban leader of his country. Written in an engaging yet j …

Whether building a skyscraper, constructing a bridge, or digging deep under the ground, construction workers face extreme and potentially dangerous circumstances every day. This volume describes and …

Islam is one of the world’s fastest growing religions. Many non-Muslims, however, may know little about it. It is the world’s second largest faith after Christianity and has made an invaluable contri …

Beginning to rap at the age of 9, Ludacris (born Christopher Brian Bridges) drew on a wide range of musical influences supplied by his father, who steeped his son in many genres of popular music. Soo …

Delaware may be almost last in size amongst the 50 American states, yet in many ways it is indeed the "First State, " as its motto declares. Casting one of the decisive votes in favor of th …

Graphic organizers are an important tool in both school and business for visual learning and information processing. They are no longer confined to posters, flip pads, or the pages of reports. Graphi …

There are certain computer skills that are both essential to employability and incredibly useful in everyday life. The ability to construct, use, and interpret spreadsheets is one of these skills. Fa …

How horrific will things get if we face a global food shortage? This riveting narrative explains the current state of our food supplies and where we’re headed. Readers will learn how our actions have …

A superb guide to safe, ethical, and enjoyable waterfowl hunting, this book covers everything a young hunter needs to know-from what to wear and pack to shooting strategies and the construction of du …

Chemistry is often a daunting subject for students, fostering a bewilderment that sets in upon their first encounter with the Periodic Table. This book demystifies an important aspect of the subject- …

Foursquare and other, similar location-based services are no longer merely sophisticated toys that allow users to broadcast their location, but have transformed into real marketing opportunities. Fou …

It has become almost impossible to imagine a world without Google, the most popular and powerful Internet search engine that as revolutionized the way we seek and locate information. This book seeks …

Readers get a view behind the gilded doors which will reveal the inner workings of pyramid and Ponzi schemes, telemarketing scams, identity theft, creative accounting, phishing, and other large-scale …

James Dashner has earned praise from readers and critics for his intricate plots and sympathetic characters who are challenged by extraordinary situations in fantastical surroundings. This biography …

Many young adults are caught completely by surprise when they find out they have been infected with a sexually transmitted disease. One reason is that they might know little about STDs. This informat …

Thanks to modern medicine, syphilis is no longer the deadly, ruinous, and terrifying scourge that it once was. Yet it is still an extremely serious sexual health concern. It is imperative that people …

One of humanity’s oldest methods of obtaining food is also a way of life and one of our most ancient past-times: fishing. This book introduces young readers to fishing basics, explores the difference …

Even before the revolution in young adult literature and fiction of the past decades, Louis Sachar was an A-lister and luminary for young readers. This biography delves into his origins and his rise …

Protest seems to dominate the news these days. This volume serves as a primer for students hoping to get a handle on what roles they can play in the political landscape, both as students and concerne …

This insightful introduction to the disease of alcoholism offers readers a compelling look at how alcohol use disorder affects both those who abuse alcohol and their families. Topics include the warn …

Partisan politics and division between Americans of different political parties are constantly in the news. However, political division is not a new thing in the United States, and readers are introd …

Iran and Iraq, though neighbors for many centuries, share both a common and a contentious history. Though both are Muslim nations, they have long been divided by their differing affiliations with the …

Comedians of the past proved their talent on stage, and in television shows and movies. A newer generation, however, has made You Tube the biggest hotbed for up-and-coming talent. Enter Liza Koshy, w …

Extreme sports have given traditional ones a run for their money in recent years, and few sports deliver like skateboarding. From street tricks to catching air in pools and on half-pipes, this book i …

In the fast-paced, modern world, social media and other forces often combine to spread disinformation and rumors about life-threatening social ills. The current heroin epidemic, which is part of a la …

Nowadays, teens’ favorite You Tubers are as beloved as musicians, athletes, actors, and other entertainers. Ryan Higa, one of You Tube’s most popular and pioneering content creators, came aboard earl …

Star athletes are not made overnight. They work hard to develop their game and persevere to get to the top. Few exemplify this combination of skill and determination as Aaron Rodgers, the Green Bay P …

Many governments throughout history have seized lands in other places in order to rule them from afar. These lands exist mainly to profit the home country, and provide a place where settlers can popu …

In the decades before the Civil War effectively ended the institution of slavery in the United States, many people risked their lives to rescue Southern African Americans from the shackles of slavery …

The wetlands of North America harbor duck, geese, and other waterfowl that sportspeople have been hunting for hundreds of years. This complete, beautifully-illustrated guide provides the knowledge ne …

Perfect narrative non-fiction for young learners! We Built This City: Los Angeles teaches the history of the land that is now Los Angeles, the Tongva people, the immigrants that helped settle Los Ang …

Perfect narrative non-fiction for young learners! We Built This City: Philadelphia tells of the history of Philadelphia and its association with the Lenape Native American tribe, William Penn, how it …

Famous Friends: Helen Keller and Mark Twain is a perfect narrative non-fiction book for young learners! It's packed full of historical information about two of America's most influential li …