Books with author Joy Allen

"Atomic theory established that all matter is made of tiny particles, a discovery that led to amazing scientific breakthroughs in areas from modern chemistry to nuclear energy. The Importance of Atomic Theory examines the core idea behind the theory, how it developed, and the many ways that Atomic Theory has influenced daily life, culture, science, and societal change."--Provided by publisher.

"Terrorism and the true nature of the terrorist threat continue to be subjects of intense debate in the United States and societies around the world. Through a narrative-driven pro/con formatsupported by relevant facts, quotes, anecdotes, and full-color illustrationsthis title examines issues related to terrorism. Topics include: Should Military Force Be Used to Fight Terrorism? Can Restricting Immigration Prevent Terrorism? Is It Wrong to Sacrifice Civil Liberties to Fight Terrorism? Is the Terrorist Threat Overstated?"--

High school is all about boy meets girl, girl gets demon mark, and girl finds out she’s half-angel. At least for Ginny Gracehurst.Sixteen year olds have a lot going on in their lives, and Ginny is no exception. Grades, homework, pimples, and the sudden appearance of a demon mark. And discovering her father, who she thought was dead, is actually the angel Grace. Who is very much alive.With unknown powers growing, she has to quickly figure out who she really is while also staying out of the reach of a powerful half demon who is hell-bent on twisting her to his will. The Alliance, an organization that is supposed to fight against demons, is threatened by her potential. They are more invested in their own hierarchy than upholding their divine mandate. It’s up to her and a new friend, Aiden, to protect not just herself, but the ones she loves.

There are deep divisions among Americans today regarding the definition of religious liberty and the governments proper role in protecting civil rights related to religion. Questions of religious liberty arise in many areas of daily life, from health care to sexual orientation. This book helps teen readers understand what the issues are, how they have come about, what actions are being taken to address the concerns, and why some of those actions are controversial.