Vi knows the Rule: Girls don’t walk with boys, and they never even think about kissing them. But no one makes Vi want to break the Rules more than Zenn. The Thinkers may have brainwashed the rest of the population, but Vi is determined to think for herself. Learn about the book here, http://bit.ly/nZTOhm Learn about this author here, http://elanajohnson.blogspot.com/ Teen dystopian
Allison Chamberlain thought she was doing everything God required of her-but as her journey continues in the second book of The Reluctant Prophet series, she might have to let go of everything she loves to follow the call. Learn about the book here, http://bit.ly/ptF9vF Learn about this author here, http://www.nancyrue.com/ Christian Fiction
A new national survey shows most preteens and teens engage in day-to-day activities that may put them at risk of contracting meningococcal meningitis, a rare, but serious bacterial infection that can cause meningitis and take the life of an otherwise healthy child in just a single day. The National Association of School Nurses (NASN), in collaboration with Sanofi Pasteur, conducted the survey as part of its Voices of Meningitis back-to-school vaccination awareness initiative.
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BabyCenter.com, the #1 pregnancy and parenting destination worldwide, today released its 2011 U.S. Cost of Raising a Child report, which reveals interesting insights into the mindset of today’s new and expectant parents, especially given the current state of the economy. Deciding to have a baby is a big decision for couples and waiting until the time is right is important, but if a couple is waiting until they think they can afford a baby, they may be waiting longer than expected.
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The Bible assures us that God has placed eternity in our hearts. It tells us we are created for pleasure, wired for joy. All with God at the center. Through stories, examples, and biblical teaching, Tripp rehabilitates the notion of an afterlife, not as some vague, ethereal place in which we someday reside, but as a living, robust reality that Scripture promises. Learn about the book here, http://bit.ly/npxg0C Learn about this author here, Paultrippministries.org Christian Life
Are you interested in writing a young adult fiction novel, but are not sure how to develop a style that appeals to young readers? This friendly guide gives you tricks of the trade and proven tips on all the steps to write a marketable YA book, from developing an idea to publishing. Learn more about this book here, http://bit.ly/nrhn9S and its author here, http://deborahhalverson.com/ Non Fiction
Vikes, Dance Fever, French Fries. The names might not be familiar to you, but chances are good your kids have heard of them. These are the street names for prescription drugs, and more and more teens are using them to get high.
Each year, nearly 2 million teens abuse prescription drugs. The new parent’s Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drug Guide from BeSmartBeWell.com and The Partnership at Drugfree.org breaks down the most commonly abused prescription and over-the-counter drugs in a simple-to-understand and interactive web page. Learn drugs’ “street” names, how kids are using them (inject, inhale, etc.), why they're dangerous and the warning signs of abuse.
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In Ellen Hopkins’s Perfect, the riveting companion to Impulse, four teens pursue their goals of perfection which are as different as the paths they take to get there. Everyone wants to be perfect. But what does that really mean? Only you can decide for you, what is perfect. Learn more about this book here, http://bit.ly/ruGJyX and here, TEEN.SimonandSchuster.com and its author here, http://www.ellenhopkins.com/ YA
At a convent on coastal Maine, art restoration is the nuns’ work. But a sister has been brutally murdered, a mysterious painting stolen. FBI art crimes expert Emma Sharpe and deep cover agent Colin Donovan race against time to unravel a legacy of secrets, drawn to each other and into a killer’s lair. Learn more about the book here, http://bit.ly/pCU0pX Learn more about the author here, http://bit.ly/pmKADc Suspense, Thriller, Romance
Hotel prices have experienced pronounced volatility as a result of political turmoil and natural disasters in the first half of 2011, according to the latest Hotels.com® Hotel Price Index™ (HPI®).
The average price of a room around the world rose by just 3% in the first six months of the year but this masked some steep rises and falls in regions affected by the historic events.
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Childhood obesity is a nationwide epidemic, but the Hispanic community is particularly affected. Children of Hispanic descent are significantly more likely to be overweight and obese than non-Hispanic Caucasian kids, according to the Centers for Disease Control.
For 11-year-old Alejandra and her parents, food was an expression of love. But overeating and other unhealthy habits led this young girl to become overweight. Today, Alejandra knows that you can eat right and still eat well. At BeSmartBeWell.com , Alejandra and her parents show how they've changed their ways without sacrificing their culture or love of food.
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A playboy viscount, bored with his extravagant lifestyle, accepts a bet to solve his problems without money. But when a feisty lass demands that he help her save her Scottish castle, the challenge has an unexpected payoff. Sometimes if you give a girl a viscount, you just might find love. Learn about the book here, http://bit.ly/nt0M1z Learn about this author here, http://bit.ly/q5u5zx Regency Romance
