Books with author Jen Green

Kickass sci-fi heroine versus deadly aliens.Growing up as a Martian on Earth has left Jas Harrington solitary, quick-tempered, and with zero tolerance for fools. All plus points when working as chief security officer aboard prospecting starships. Jas' latest berth is aboard the Galathea, which trawls the reaches of the galaxy seeking precious minerals and rare resources. She thinks it's a routine trip. She's wrong.An inspection of a far-flung planet leaves Jas suspicious that there's more to the place than meets the eye. If only she could convince the captain of the need for caution, but she might as well wish for a tasty meal in the ship's canteen.When the captain disciplines Jas for insubordination, she has only two allies: a timid navigator and the second pilot, who has the hots for her. Not that Jas notices.All hell breaks loose, and Jas' skills are put to the ultimate test. Can she enlist the help of the only two friends she has? She's in a race against time to prevent the aliens from achieving their goal: Generation. If she fails, the ship's crew, the galactic empire, and humanity itself are at risk. Generation is book one in the fast-paced, action-packed Shadows of the Void space opera. Complete series.Pick up your copy today!Sign up for a free copy of Starbound, the Shadows of the Void prequel, at J.J. Green's science fiction reader group: https://jjgreenauthor.com/free-books/“...well-written sci-fi heroine.”“Great characters, fast-paced action and insidious aliens.”“...roller-coaster ride that seldom lets up.”“This one will hook you from the first few pages and won't let go. It's well thought out and the writing is fantastic.”“Very good characters with plenty of depth and a very good plot line.”“...a fabulous, fast-paced story that doesn’t let up from the first paragraph.”“...reminded me of sci-fi written by Andre Norton...strong female protagonist.”

The human body is an incredible thing—and so is this entertaining activity book that's all about us! Kids will jump right in to help the surgeon match the organs to their functions; make a monster out of different body parts; test their brains in the memory games; and do puzzles, mazes, drawings, doodles, and more. What a great way to learn fun facts about simple science!

Read about the women who changed the landscape of science: from pioneers of the ancient world to super-scientists like Marie Curie to unlikely geniuses, such as Hedy Lamarr, and much more.Women in Science includes scientific pioneers who came up with incredible ideas that changed the world; women who work in the fast-paced world of technology; amazing engineers who build incredible structures; and mathematical geniuses. Perfect for 7- to 9-year-olds starting to read alone, Level 3 titles include in-depth information presented through more complex sentence structure with increasing amount of text to expand the reader's general knowledge and confidence in reading. Additional information spreads are full of extra facts, developing the topics through a range of nonfiction presentation styles, such as fliers, instructions, and record-breaker statistics.

A suspicious truce. An unsolved murder. To clear her name, she'll need more than the skills of her ancestor...Methusal is willing to work harder than any man for the sport she loves. The eighteen-year-old has trained for years for a chance to win the Kaavl Games and bring victory to her community. But before the competition against the worthy Behran can begin, her best friend is tragically murdered. When all clues point to her, Methusal is determined to find out exactly who framed her...Her kaavl arch rival Mentàll is the chief of Dehre, her town's longtime enemy. His dubious offering of peace comes at the exact same time Methusal's supernatural senses begin stirring. And she knows her abilities only manifest in times of war...To catch her friend's killer and save her community, Methusal must uncover Mentàll's devious plans... even if it means teaming up with her kaavl opponent, Behran. Even with the power of teamwork by her side, Methusal's training still may not be enough to keep her village alive..."Kaavl Conspiracy is the first imaginative fantasy novel in the Kaavl Chronicles. If you like engaging characters, brand new worlds, and spellbinding mysteries, then you'll love Jennette Green's fantasy sports adventure." Buy Kaavl Conspiracy to join the team for a pulse-pounding read today!

National Geographic invites you to journey through China in a vibrant book that profiles the country's extensive geography, its storied history, and its rich culture. You'll also examine the growing role modern China plays in today's global economy. Travel with the experts deep into this land of diverse people and see the wide range of landscapes, from vast plateaus to the great timber forests. Witness the Yangtze River in the east, yaks and gazelle in the wilderness of the west, and rare pandas as they prowl their natural habitat. Wander through the past, along the Great Wall of China, built to ward off enemies of a mighty empire. Experience the effects of Mao's Cultural Revolution, and learn how political tensions with neighbors like Taiwan and Hong Kong play against China's policy of welcoming tourists. Finally, examine how modern industrial China is balancing the traditions of the past with the demands of the future.

Eco-Guides are trendy, stylish books that give school-age readers realistic and practical advice on how they can live an eco-conscious life, right now. And that action can be taken by themselves, with their family, or as part of a school or community group. In this book, readers learn how to grow things in even the smallest of spaces, source eco-friendly food, think about water, energy and packaging waste, and prepare delicious dishes.

Eco-Guides are trendy, stylish books that give school-age readers realistic and practical advice on how they can live an eco-conscious life, right now. And that action can be taken by themselves, with their family, or as part of a school or community group. In this book, readers learn how to grow things in even the smallest of spaces, source eco-friendly food, think about water, energy and packaging waste, and prepare delicious dishes.

Roughly 4.6 billion years ago, planet Earth was just a red-hot molten ball in the solar system. Since then, the planet has evolved tremendously! Packed with astonishing photographs and intriguing facts, this 3-D Explorer book also features five dramatic pop-up scenes with see-through layers that provide a one-of-a-kind glimpse into our planet's inner workings, including a spectacular volcanic eruption and a depiction of life in the Arctic. 3-D Explorer: Planet Earth takes kids on an incredible journey through the natural world. They'll discover Earth's early history, and learn about its constantly changing surface, land masses and extreme weather. This is a journey to the center of the earth like no other!