New Releases by Megan Stine

How did a little girl who loved horses become the longest reigning monarch in England? Find out in this addition to the #1 New York Times best-selling Who Was? series! In 1936, the life of ten-year-old Princess Elizabeth of York changed forever. Although she was a member of the British Royal Family, she never expected to become queen. But when her uncle Edward gave up the throne, suddenly her father was the new king, which meant young Elizabeth was next in line! Queen Elizabeth reigned for seventy years, and while there were palaces galore, the crown jewels, and trips around the world, her life was one of strict discipline and duty. This riveting chronicle follows the life of a woman who was both a public figure and an intensely private person and explores how she kept the monarchy together through good times and bad.

"In 1936, the life of ten-year-old Princess Elizabeth of York changed forever. Although she was a member of the British royal family, she never expected to become queen. But when her uncle Edward gave up the throne, suddenly her father was the new king, which meant young Elizabeth was next in line! Queen Elizabeth has reigned since 1953, and while there are palaces galore, the crown jewels, and trips around the world, her life has been one of strict discipline and duty. This riveting chronicle follows the life of a woman who is a public figure and an intensely private person and explores how she has kept the monarchy together through good times and bad"--

Learn more about Richard Nixon--one of America''s most unpopular presidents and the only one to resign from the position. On August 8, 1974, millions sat stunned as they watched Richard Nixon on TV when he announced he was stepping down as the President of the United States. He''d participated in a scandal that included secret tape recordings, a burglary, and a cover-up, and now his secrets and lies were catching up to him. How could Nixon, a man who had been reelected in a landslide victory just two years earlier, now be leaving office in disgrace? Author Megan Stine takes readers through President Nixon''s life--from his childhood and military experiences during World War II--to his long political career and the Watergate scandal that tarnished his legacy and deepened American''s mistrust of the government.

Who doesn''t love a great mystery? This book presents the eerie accidents and unexplained disappearances that have occurred in the region known as the Bermuda Triangle. Even before it was named, the Bermuda Triangle--roughly bounded by Miami, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico--had gained a mythic reputation. The Bermuda Triangle became famous for making boats and ships vanish, and for snatching planes right out of the sky. But are these stories true? And if they are true, is there a more sensible reason that refutes the bad karma of the region? With so many mystifying events to learn about, readers will love disappearing into this story.

Presents facts about the prehistoric world in which dinosaurs lived, the types of dinosaurs that lived in different time periods, and how dinosaur bones are discovered and studied.

Unearth the secrets of the mysterious giant stone statues on this tiny remote Pacific island. Easter Island, in the middle of the Pacific Ocean thousands of miles from anywhere, has intrigued visitors since Europeans first arrived in the 1700s. How did people first come to live there? How did they build the enormous statues and why? How were they placed around the island without carts or even wheels? Scientists have learned many of the answers, although some things still remain a mystery. Megan Stine reveals it all in a gripping narrative. This book, part of the New York Times best-selling series, is enhanced by eighty illustrations.

Armchair adventurers can set sail for the remote Galapagos Islands and learn about the strange and unique animals that live there. The Galapagos Islands are a chain of volcanic islands located on either side of the equator in the Pacific Ocean. The isolated location of the islands has allowed a vast number of species to develop that are original to each island, such as the marine iguana, the blue-footed booby, the magnificent frigatebird and of course the giant Galapagos tortoise, which may live to be over one hundred years old. Studied by Charles Darwin during his historic voyage on the HMS Beagle, the island life contributed to his groundbreaking theory of evolution. Today the islands are a popular tourist destination and a UNESCO World Heritage site. This book, part of the New York Times best-selling series, is enhanced by eighty illustrations and a detachable fold-out map complete with four photographs on the back.

The truly inspiring story of the first Latina Supreme Court Justice. Outspoken, energetic, and fun, Sonia Sotomayor has managed to turn every struggle in life into a triumph. Born in the Bronx to immigrant parents from Puerto Rico, Sonia found out at age nine that she had diabetes, a serious illness now but an even more dangerous one fifty years ago. How did young Sonia handle the devastating news? She learned to give herself her daily insulin shots and became determined to make the most out of her life. It was the popular sixties TV show Perry Mason that made Sonia want to become a lawyer. Not only a lawyer, but a judge! Her remarkable career was capped in 2009 when President Barack Obama nominated her to the Supreme Court, only the third woman and first Hispanic justice in the court''s history. Stories of Sotomayor''s career are hardly dry legal stuff—she once hopped on a motorcycle to chase down counterfeiters and was the judge whose ruling ended the Major League baseball strike in 1995.

Young readers will connect with the story of this National Historic Landmark--the Brooklyn Bridge! Building the Brooklyn Bridge was no simple feat. Despite a brilliant plan from a father-son team of engineers, the process was a dangerous and grueling one. Construction workers developed a mysterious illness (now known as the bends), several died, and the project had devastating effects on the engineers'' lives. Still, after fourteen years, the Brooklyn Bridge was finished and became the longest suspension bridge in the world at the time and is still widely admired today. Megan Stine tells the fascinating story behind one of the city''s best-loved landmarks. Includes black-and-white illustrations and a foldout color map!

Born in Gary, Indiana, on August 29, 1958, Michael Jackson was definitely not a regular kid. A superstar with The Jackson 5 before he was eight years old, he became the King of Pop as a solo artist. Michael was a creative--yet deeply troubled--genius who always remained devoted to his art right up until his death is 2009 before a much anticipated tour. He had a pitch-perfect voice and footwork that his idol Fred Astaire admired. Who will ever forget the Moonwalk? Kids today who only know Jackson through video performances are nevertheless fascinated by him. Megan Stine provides a sensitive, fair-minded depiction of this unique music legend.

Born in Warsaw, Poland, on November 7, 1867, Marie Curie was forbidden to attend the male-only University of Warsaw, so she enrolled at the Sorbonne in Paris to study physics and mathematics. There she met a professor named Pierre Curie, and the two soon married, forming one of the most famous scientific partnerships in history. Together they discovered two elements and won a Nobel Prize in 1903. (Later Marie won another Nobel award for chemistry in 1911.) She died in Savoy, France, on July 4, 1934, a victim of many years of exposure to toxic radiation.

Ulysses S. Grant certainly does not have the typical war hero “back story.” Although a graduate of West Point, he never wanted to be a soldier and was terrified when he first saw battle. However, during the Civil War, after many Northern generals failed to deliver decisive victories, U.S. Grant rose to what the times required. He took command of Union forces, helped bring the war to an end in 1865, and went on to serve two terms as president.

Ein Filmstar verschwindet – Thriller Diller, Hauptdarsteller im Horrorstreifen "Atemlos II", erscheint nicht zu den Dreharbeiten auf dem Friedhof. Die Zentrale der drei ??? wird überfallen und verwüstet. Trotzdem heften sie sich an die Fersen von Erfolgsproduzent Marty Morningbaum, seinem Regisseur und dem mysteriösen Kristallkugel-Guru mit dem dritten Auge. Eine knallharte Betrugsgeschichte, live aus dem giltzernden Show-Geschäft.

Was hat es mit dem neuen Leckerbissen des Grillhähnchen-Königs Big Barney auf sich? Es verdichten sich Gerüchte, daß damit Millionen von Menschen vergiftet werden sollen. Big Barneys Tochter Julia war dem Geheimnis auf der Spur, doch durch einen rätselhaften Unfall hat sie das Gedächnis verloren – sie kann sich an absolut nichts mehr erinnern. Klar, daß die mysteriöse Angelegenheit eine echte Herausforderung für die drei ??? darstellt.

In 1978, Sally Ride, a PhD candidate at Standford University, responded to a newspaper ad to join the US astronaut program. She was accepted and became the first American woman astronaut to fly in space! Among her other accomplishments, she played tennis like a professional, was an astrophysicist who helped develop a robotic arm for space shuttles, and later, through Sally Ride Science, worked to make science cool and accessible for girls. Sally Ride, who died on July 23, 2012, will continue to inspire young children.

Jeffrey Baker''s got a problem, and his name is Robin Dessart. Robin, the new kid in Jeffrey''s class, is a know-it-all and a bully. First, he gives all of Jeffrey''s friends a hard time. Then he gives Jeffrey the chicken pox! Jeffrey knows that the only one who can stop Robin Dessart is Max, the third-grade ghost. Max''s endless pranks should put Robin in his place once and for all. And Jeffrey''s birthday party is coming up—the perfect day for revenge! But, as usual, Max has a few tricks of his own up his sleeve, and Robin isn''t the only one in for a surprise. . . .

When Ricky Reyes dares Jeffrey to get a bloody dagger out of the old McGyver house on Halloween night, Jeffrey is counting on Max, his ghostly friend, to help him.

How far would you go just to get asked to the prom? A: Throw yourself at any guy who would take you? B: Spend your college fund on the world’s hottest dress? C: Spread nasty rumors about your rivals? D: All of the above . . . and all the way? Carmen Salgado is in Senior Hell. She just moved to town—meaning new school, no friends, and worst of all, no date for the prom. Desperation is setting in when she suddenly gets some attention from the most popular jock in the school, Joey Perrone . . . attention that takes a bad turn when Carmen refuses to go all the way with him. But thanks to Joey, the whole school thinks she did. Being invisible was bad, but being a laughingstock is worse. Her only hope is to get into the school play, and into the arms of Tyler North, her crush. But things may not go as she plans—and this year’s prom might have a brand new theme: Carmen’s Revenge. The dresses. The hair. The makeup. The hookups. It all happens on Prom Night.

Are you a menace on wheels? Find out how to handle your car-whether you''re behind the wheel or under the hood-in this super-savvy Real U Guide to Road Safety and Car Care. For new drivers who haven''t had much experience with icy roads and oil filters, or for anyone who simply wants to learn more about that 2000 pounds of steel in the garage-this guide has excellent advice about handling roadside emergencies, coping with basic everyday car maintenance issues, and steering clear of the most common driving disasters. Topics covered include: -How to jump start a car -What to say-and what "not" to say-after an accident -How to know whether you need premium gas -How to decode your dashboard lights, and what to do when they come on -All about rotating your tires -Engine fluids any idiot can replace (and save big bucks) Speed demons (and speed readers) will appreciate the four-color photographs and illustrations throughout, which make each driving tip and maintenance procedure perfectly clear. It''s kind of like getting a letter filled with car care advice from a hip older brother who just won a major Nascar race. Minus the grease stains.

Whether you're leaving home for the first time and heading off to college, or skipping the whole college thing and sliding straight into a real job and real life, the Real U Guide to Your First Apartment tells you everything you need to know to move out of the house and start your life for real. With a hip attitude and practical cut-to-the-chase style, Megan Stine answers all the key questions any young adult will face, including: - What to expect when signing a lease - How to dump your roommate - What can you really afford - How to avoid the 5 move-in mistakes everyone makes - How to furnish your new apartment on a budget - Which days of the week are the worst days to move - What to look for when apartment hunting (and why you should never go at night) - What to do if you can't pay your rent, and much more Filled with 4-color photographs throughout, presented in magazine-style guide, this book is a companion piece to the Real U Guide to Living on Your Own.

Mary-Kate & Ashley star as twins Chloe and Riley Carlson in this hilarious new series, based on the hit TV show, SO LITTLE TIME.; The cute boy thinks you're French. Go with it.; Wear your hair in a French twist.; Eat French fries, French toast, etc.; Tell him the truth -- eventually... So much to do, so little time

The cute boy thinks you're French. Go with it. Wear your hair in a French twist. Eat French Fries, French toast, etc. Tell him the truth -- eventually. Chloe and Riley Carlson ... So much to do ... So little time.

Mary-Kate and Ashley are spending a month at Camp Evergreen - making new friends and having new adventures.

Misty (Mary-Kate) and Amber (Ashley) are sent to Rome to find out why the Hipslovan gymanstics team is able to perform super-human flips, jumps, and vaults.

Mary-Kate and Ashley try to figure out who their Secret Santas are after Mary-Kate gets a beautiful beaded necklace and Ashley gets stinky gym socks and a half-eaten sandwich.

An archaeologist seeking to bring together twelve magical talismans must stop his niece's toy, GnomeKop, which was brought to life by the rat talisman, from blasting everything in sight.

The good new is - Mary-Kate made the White Oak winter sports team! The bad new is - she has no money to buy her own snowboard. She asks Ashley to help her, but Ashley has problems of her own.

Based on the teleplay Tough Break, written by David Slack, this episode finds Jackie faced with Jade's toy GnomeKop, brought to life by the rat talisman. Includes full-color collectible card.

Based on the movie about two sisters, Tess and Emily, who take out an ad to find their father a girlfriend after their mother dies. Except the ad is on a forty-foot-tall billboard, and now every woman in Los Angeles is after their dad!

Ashley and Mary-Kate plan competing surprise parties to be held on the same day.