Books published by publisher Full Tilt Press

Soccer phenom Charlie Connor is cruising through high school, until he gets the letter from London. Charlie makes the academy team at elite club Burnchester United – and makes fast enemies. Battered by inferior opponents and spurned by jealous teammates, he yearns for his Virginia home. But Charlie’s dad can’t hear him, not while he’s living his dream through his son. Charlie’s girlfriend and best pal are no help either. Inspired by his yoga instructor, Charlie fights on and earns promotion to Burnchester United. Maturing into a world-class talent, he envisions a career playing for Burnchester and the U.S. national team. But Charlie’s dad is pushing him down a different path, a path shaped by ego, greed, and Charlie’s dual citizenship. Will Charlie stand up to his dad, or will he get taken down?

"Education eShorts" are extremely engaging, bite-sized amounts of non-fiction that are designed to make reading fun.While helping a young learner to read, each book in the series is also designed to expose the reader to an important real-world topic in an interesting and enjoyable way. Each of the 48 books in the "Education eShorts" series uses an exciting topic from areas such as science, technology, history, and social issues as a vehicle to help reinforce reading skills."Education eShorts" are the perfect amount of reading for any traditional, online, blended, or home school learning environment. Or, they can be read just for fun!Use one eShort or collect all 48 books in the series!

Flash Points: Liftoff! brings to life the excitement of space exploration by highlighting turning points in the field. Beginning with the launch of Sputnik, readers will explore the effects of space exploration on history and society.Flash Points is a nonfiction series that showcases critical turning points in history, with subjects ranging from space exploration to civil rights. Each Flash Points title focuses on one overarching subject, and each book highlights four related historical events. Students will be invited to consider the causes of these events, their consequences, and their broader impact on the world. Featuring fun facts, asides, key words, and comprehension questions, Flash Points is a high-interest low-level series that will keep students engaged while teaching them about important historical events.

Meet the Jonases, a family of superstar musicians. Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas got an early jump on fame when their band, the Jonas Brothers, skyrocketed to success in 2006. After a 10-year break, the brothers are back with a new album and a thrilling worldwide tour. Throughout their experiences, they have learned to overcome setbacks and follow their dreams. Readers will learn how the family found fame and fortune, how they give back to their fans, and what they plan to do next. At just 32 pages, Full Tilt Fast Reads help striving middle school readers build reading stamina and stay engaged with high-interest low-level content and dynamic topics.

Meet the Smiths, a family of music and movie superstars. Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, with their children Trey, Jaden, and Willow, make up a family of talented performers. The family loves spending time together at their movie premieres and rock concerts. Readers will see how they follow their passions and conquer their fears to make their dreams come true. They will learn how the family found fame and fortune, how they give back to their fans, and what they plan to do next. At just 32 pages, Full Tilt Fast Reads help striving middle school readers build reading stamina and stay engaged with high-interest low-level content and dynamic topics.

New breakthroughs in particle acceleration allow tumors to be irradiated in milliseconds. Using genetics, doctors can attack cancers and their causes in ever more targeted ways. Nanoparticles stream through the blood directly to cancer cells, tiny machines behaving with laser-like precision. Readers will learn the story of three technologies that are advancing the global fight against cancer. With this incisive look at the life-changing possibilities of STEM research, students will learn the science behind these breakthroughs and feel inspired to join the fight. At just 32 pages, Full Tilt Fast Reads help striving middle school readers build reading stamina and stay engaged with high-interest low-level content and dynamic topics.

When Greta Thunberg learned about climate change, she was deeply troubled. The young woman then took action. Through protests and outspoken speeches, she has taken the world by storm. Standing up to lawmakers has not been easy. Neither has living with an autism-spectrum disorder. These challenges have forged Greta into a strong teenager. This book examines her life story and teaches more about climate change through narrative text, engaging photos, and graphics. Readers will come away inspired to take action and be Teen Strong. At just 32 pages, Full Tilt Fast Reads help striving middle school readers build reading stamina and stay engaged with high-interest low-level content and dynamic topics.

Iron Will: Surviving the Sea explores stories of shipwrecks and those who have been lost at sea. The world’s oceans are dangerous, but those who are prepared can survive for days, or even months.Iron Will is a high-interest low-level series that features extraordinary real-life stories of people who defied the odds. Their stories will inspire young readers and successfully engage them in narrative nonfiction. Students will gain a better understanding of geography through various maps that highlight different areas of the world. They will also learn about different tools and survival gear, such as safety equipment and items that may help prepare them for various emergencies. Whatever the situation, the survivors featured in this series proved that incredible things are possible when you have the iron will to survive.

Iron Will: Surviving the Jungle highlights the dangers of the rainforest and those who have survived after being lost beneath its dense canopy. When faced with jaguars, poisonous spiders, and even plane crashes, they endured.Iron Will is a high-interest low-level series that features extraordinary real-life stories of people who defied the odds. Their stories will inspire young readers and successfully engage them in narrative nonfiction. Students will gain a better understanding of geography through various maps that highlight different areas of the world. They will also learn about different tools and survival gear, such as safety equipment and items that may help prepare them for various emergencies. Whatever the situation, the survivors featured in this series proved that incredible things are possible when you have the iron will to survive.

A shot rings out, and a man is dead. Did his assassination help start World War I? How did soldiers from North Korea help escalate the Cold War in the 1950s? How did the Gulf and Iraq Wars start, and what do they have to do with each other? Explore the causes of four major wars with this series. From the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, to the start of the Cold War, readers will take a look behind the scenes at what started some of the biggest conflicts in recent history.