Books published by publisher HQ Young Adult

It can hardly be overstated how important keeping the power running safely is to our health, economy, and general well-being. Students fascinated by STEM topics who have considered working as an electrician will find this book an indispensable primer. Vetted, government-sourced job statistics and outlook, handy tips on looking for and landing a position, lively images, and step-by-step guidance will give students eager to embrace a career as an electrician great insight into one of the most respected and useful trades.

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, much better known as the STEM fields have come to the forefront of global conversation in the 2010s, but the power of STEM stretches all the way back to the ancient world. The largest empires in history laid their foundations using cutting-edge STEM principles. Often, these advancements led to even greater successes in war, architecture, and expansion. No matter the root cause, one thing is certain: without STEM, the great ancient empires would not have existed. Features include: Provides a unique look at ancient technology and advancements. Offers insights into how STEM shaped and shapes history. Perfectly blends cultural studies and STEM curriculum.

"This captivating book offers readers a wider perspective and deeper appreciation for the art of tattooing than what's typically shown in the media. For those considering getting a tattoo, this will perhaps inform their decision. The book covers the history of tattooing, traveling from ancient Egypt, Rome, and Greece, to Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the United States. It explains the historical reasons for tattooing. It then goes on to investigate current tattoo trends, including calligraphy and the fusion of cultural designs"--

Prior to the development of a simple test called the Apgar score, many newborn babies missed receiving the urgent care they needed at birth. Dr. Virginia Apgar came up with the Apgar score to help these newborns by rating them in a number of different health areas. The savior of countless young lives, Virginia Apgar is hailed as a legend, a trailblazer, and an inventor. Readers delve into the riveting story of a medical legend who inspired women doctors to succeed at a time when society did not value the contributions of women in the work force.

RUNAWAYS! is Richard Mason’s tenth novel in the “Richard, the Paperboy Series.” It’s a “Coming of Age Story” about two fourteen-year-old boys who leave home after family problems surface and unintentionally become runaways. The great flood of 1944 sweeps through the river bottoms of the deep south and traps them in a rickety, wooden boat sending them careening down the Ouachita, Black, Red, and finally into the Mississippi River. They end up in New Orleans, penniless, wearing only cutoff shorts.They sleep in a drainage culvert, and as they walk the streets of New Orleans, scrounging up food out of garbage cans, they end up working for a Bourbon Street prostitute. They are tossed into the oppressive Louisiana Reform School for boys, but, after a daring escape, they literally fight their way back to South Arkansas as they encounter railroad bums, New Orleans police, and Bourbon Street pimps. You’ll be cheering for the boys as they struggle just to survive andthen return home.This novel is Southern Historical fiction set in 1945 during the Second World War. Previous novels of this series have been favorably compared to Mark Twain's Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn. The 13 book series has garnered numerous five star Amazon reviews. The series is a nostalgic look at a time when families huddled by the radio, with young boys listening to The Lone Ranger and The Green Hornet. Later the adults would tune in famous newscaster Walter Winchell; "Good evening Mr. and Mrs. North and South America and all the ships at sea....this just in...General Patton's army continues to march across Germany..." The numerous Amazon Five Star Reviews have all been from adults, but the readers of these books have ranged from teens to senior adults. The series is truly a book for all ages. Several reviewers have called Richard Mason "Americas' New Mark Twain."

In 2014, many people saw images of members of the Yazidi ethno-religious group on television. They sought refuge from Islamic State in Syria (ISIS) militants in the mountains of northern Iraq. Since then, the genocide against the Yazidi minority group has continued. This book will teach students about Iraq and the Yazidis, as well as the violence the Yazidis have faced at the hands of ISIS. As the war against ISIS and the global refugee crisis continue, understanding the plight of the Yazidis in order to work against hatred and discrimination is more important than ever.

The Maya Empire became a thriving civilization between the third century and the seventh century CE, but by 900 CE war, drought, and disease wiped out most of its cities and the Mayan people were greatly reduced. Unfortunately, the greatest threat to their existence was yet to come, when the Guatemalan genocide would decimate those who remained in the 1970s and '80s. The facts of the Mayans' story will be intertwined with profiles of individuals and in-depth looks at related topics. Readers will learn how to help those faced with genocide and understand a history that could otherwise repeat itself.

Interactive storytelling is the basis for any game, and Twine gives users the tools to make their own choose-your-own-path games. Starting with the basics of storytelling, moving to Parsely games, and finally exploring Twine, readers will learn the ins and outs of making fun and engaging story-based games. The hands-on activities in this remarkable resource are uniquely designed to teach readers the basics of computational thinking, variables, and the Harlowe programming language, all while having fun making a game online.

From Mali to Cairo to Mecca and beyond, Mansa Musa was known as the Lion of Mali. Now remembered as the richest person in history, his enormous wealth, legendary generosity, and lavish pilgrimage from Mali to Mecca made him a favorite of medieval Arab storytellers. However, the 14th-century leader also presided over one of the largest empires in the world during his time. This informative biography traces Mansa Musas life, following his magnificent caravan as he traversed what remained of the Silk Road routes to become a hajji and returned to transform Timbuktu into western Africas most famous cultural center.