Elissa Bongiorno – författare

One person dies every 50 minutes in a drunk-driving accident, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This fact-filled, straightforward text tells what really happens when someone drives drunk. In accessible language, this title explains how alcohol affects reflexes and judgment, what laws restricting drinking and driving, and the consequences that happen when teens drive drunk. Up-to-date statistics, dynamic photographs, and useful resources will help teens truly understand the dangers of drunk driving—and what happens if they or someone they know get arrested for it.

Managing a cancer diagnosis can be terrifying at any age. For teens, cancer is a leading cause of death, according to the Centers for Disease Control. This straightforward text discusses risk factors, common types of cancer, and how the disease affects the body. Accessible language, easy-to-read diagrams, and vivid photographs walk readers through screenings and treatments. From diagnosis to remission, this authoritative title tells teens everything they need to know about cancer, and how to fight it.