Why is pop music so "popular?" What do pop songs have in common? What are the components of a successful pop song? Songwriters have been searching for the magic key to making hit songs for as long as there have been hit songs. Featuring TIME For Kids content, this nonfiction reader describes the many components of popular music. This high-interest title includes detailed photos and sidebars, stimulating facts, and clear, informational text to engage...

"Ridge and Sydney are thrilled to finally be together guilt-free. But Warren and Bridgette's relationship is as tumultuous as ever, and Maggie grapples with her illness. When she comes across an old list of things she wanted to do, Maggie decides to live life to the fullest and accomplish these dreams. Maggie keeps Ridge updated on her adventures, but he can't help but worry, even as Sydney grows suspicious about their friendship. But if she's going...

"A solo holiday trip inspires one woman to rediscover her passion--and remember that, sometimes, duets are more fun--in this romantic Christmas novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber. Hailey Morgan's life has always revolved around music. She once had big dreams of composing her own songs, but the reality of life has led her to working as an assistant high school band teacher in Portland, Oregon. As the holidays approach,...