"Two parents stand by powerlessly as their only child seems intent on destroying herself. As the mother--a novelist--attempts to understand her daughter, she finds herself revisiting her own uneasy, unresolved relationship with her mother. Weaving between childhoods past and present, laced with temptation and betrayal, Nonfiction: A novel is an unflinching account of a mother, daughter, wife, and author reckoning with the world around her. But can...

In the 1800s a migrant farmer named Maria Ann Smith worked as an apple orchardist. Her discovery of a new type of apple that never turned red, but was always green, tart, sweet, and perfect for a pie, was due in part to a fluke of nature, and in part to Maria's insight and determination. The beloved Granny Smith apple that we know today was named in her honor. This is her story.

The geographic coordinate system is expressed latitude and longitude. Latitude represents the vertical geographic position while the longitude represents the horizontal position. Both the latitude and the longitude are composed of a set of numbers. Reading the coordinates now is important in finding your way around the world tomorrow.

Earth Day is an important global holiday bringing attention to caring for the environment. Young readers will learn about the history of Earth Day, ways to participate in it, and important celebrations taking place around the world. Information is presented in easy-to-understand text, colorful photos, and QR codes throughout the book.

Animal evolution is a complex subject, but in this title young readers will encounter easy-to-understand explanations on how amphibians went from swimming fish to leaping frogs on land. Ancient creatures, transition animals, and modern-day amphibians jump off the page with colorful images and QR codes throughout the book.

Hanukkah is a special historical holiday for Jewish people in the winter. Young readers will learn about the story that spurred the eight-day celebration, how people honor it every year, and ways in which it is celebrated around the world. Information is presented in easy-to-understand text, colorful photos, and QR codes throughout the book.

Young readers travel to Japan to learn about the Bon festival in this title. The celebration's history and practices are explored in easy-to-understand text and bright, colorful photos. Important Japanese customs including music and dance round out the festival's overview. All information is supported by QR codes throughout the book.

An overview of Passover, from the origin of the celebration to how it is practiced today. Clear, interesting text and vibrant photos grab and hold readers' interest, and QR Codes in each chapter link to book-specific videos, activities, and more. Features include a table of contents, fun facts, a timeline, an infographic, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index.

This book introduces readers to the Aztec civilization. Dive into the complex rise and fall and accomplishments of the last ancient empire of Mexico. Their religion, geography, and lasting impact on the world are explored in easy-to-read text and colorful photos. Sidebars, maps, more facts, and QR codes are included in this title.