Author

by Gail Karlitz

Published 30 May 2008
This title offers an engaging look at this industry for budding authors.""Virtual Apprentice: Author"" introduces young readers to a possible career path for writers.This illustrated new career guide features a behind-the-scenes look at this creative industry, including profiles of working professionals, ""Reality Check"" sidebars, and ""A Day in the Life"" activity list to help young writers begin their career exploration. Filled with full-color and black-and-white photographs, this fun guide allows readers to learn the ins and outs of being an author.Chapters include: A Way with Words; Author at Work; Writing Tech and Trends; Author in Training; Book Work; Kids Ask, Authors Answer; and, Author for a Day.

FBI Agent

by Gail Karlitz

Published 30 March 2009
This title presents a behind-the-scenes look at careers in the FBI. ""Virtual Apprentice: FBI Agent"" introduces young readers to an adventurous career in law enforcement. Profiles of working professionals, 'Reality Check' sidebars, Q&As between real-life kids and pros, and a 'Count Me In' journal feature help readers get a you-are-there feel for a career as an FBI agent. Loaded with full-color and black-and-white photographs and written in a lively tone, this entertaining guide allows kids to test-drive their dream career in this field.Chapters include: The FBI Then and Now; FBI Agent at Work; FBI Tech and Trends; FBI Agent in Training; The FBI Team; Kids Ask, FBI Agents Answer; and, FBI Agent for a Day.