Terri Minsky's Books

Generation Robot covers a century of science fiction, fact and, speculation—from the 1950 publication of Isaac Asimov’s seminal robot masterpiece, I, Robot, to the 2050 Singularity when artificial and human intelligence are predicted to merge. Beginning with a childhood informed by pop-culture robots in movies, in comic books, and on TV in the 1960s to adulthood where the possibilities of self-driving cars and virtual reality are daily conversation, Terri Favro offers a unique perspective on how our relationship with robotics and futuristic technologies has shifted over time. Peppered with pop-culture fun-facts about Superman’s kryptonite, the human-machine relationships in the cult TV show Firefly, and the sexual and moral implications of the film Ex Machina, Generation Robot explores how the techno-triumphs and resulting anxieties of reality bleed into the fantasies of our collective culture. Clever and accessible, Generation Robot isn’t just for the serious, scientific reader—it’s for everyone interested in robotics and technology since their science-fiction origins. By looking back at the future she once imagined, analyzing the plugged-in present, and speculating on what is on the horizon, Terri Favro allows readers the chance to consider what was, what is, and what could be. This is a captivating book that looks at the pop-culture of our society to explain how the world works—now and tomorrow.

The Revolution Will Not Be Financed takes the perspective that the financial system needs a revolution-and not the impending revolution driven by technology. Studying various ways the financial system advantages whites by exploiting and marginalizing Black and Brown communities, Terri Friedline challenges the optimistic belief that fintech can expand access to banking and finance. Friedline applies the lens of financialized racial neoliberal capitalism to demonstrate the financial system's inherent racism, and explores examples from student loan debt, corporate landlords, community benefits agreements, and banking and payday lending. She makes the case that the financial system needs a people-led revolution that centers the needs, experiences, and perspectives of those that it has historically excluded, marginalized, and exploited"--

It's election time at Hillridge Junior High! But when the only candidates for school president are way-too-popular (and way-too-snobby) cheerleader Claire Miller and geek-boy Larry Tudgeman, Lizzie's friends convince her to run for office. But as Lizzie's popularity skyrockets, so does her ego. Can Lizzie become Hillridge's new prez without ditching her friends? Plus, Mr. Dig helps the kids prepare for an academic competition . . . where they'll be facing Kate, Claire, and Larry!

Gordo's always been there for Lizzie-a true best friend. But when he starts secretly dating pretty Brooke Baker, everything changes. Now Gordo's making up stupid excuses to ditch Lizzie. Gordo's certainly not boyfriend material, so Brooke must be two-timing him. Lizzie advises Gordo to dump Brooke before he gets hurt. Plus, a cute neighborhood paperboy gives Lizzie her first kiss-and her first broken heart.

Lizzie McGuire always tries to stay out of Kate Sanders's way. Ever since Kate made cheerleader, she has become the most popular girl in school. And she's turned into a major she-beast -- the kind that likes to hunt defenseless Lizzies. Yikes! But when Kate injures her ankle in cheerleading practice, the other girls kick her off the squad. Suddenly, Kate isn't so popular anymore. Lizzie wants to he;p her old friend...but Kate still won't give her the time of day. Can Lizzie get Kate to admit that - for once - she actually needs Lizzie's help?

Lizzie becomes so environmentally conscious that she goes to school dressed in a burlap sack.

LIZZIE AND HER LITTLE BROTHER, MATT, HAVE SUDDENLY SWITCHED BODIES.

Lizzie must tutor Ethan when Gordo decides that he can't.

Lizzie is discovered as the virtual twin of an Italian pop star while on a class trip in Rome.

Follows the adventures of Lizzie McGuire, a fourteen-year-old girl who experiences friendship, crushes, school, and the trials and tribulations of being a teenager.

Move over J.Lo! Thanks to Gordo's latest student film project, Lizzie and Miranda are about to star in their own music video. That's until Gordo shows the girls some photos he took of them during a rehearsal and Miranda totally freaks, claiming she looks way too fat. Can Lizzie help her friend come back to reality before Miranda starves herself? Plus, Gordo gets a complex of his own, when he starts thinking he's not tall enough.

Two stories featuring Lizzie McGuire, a junior high student dealing with being a teenager, school, friendship, and family.

Gordo is the trendsetter in school but Lizzie and Miranda start the hottest fad in school.

Lizzie is sure her "Rock and Roll" float idea will be the winner at the Christmas Parade. She just needs a little help. But everyone has deserted her to help some old guy. Lizzie's furious. Is she forgetting the true meaning of Christmas? Plus, Lizzie makes a Christmas wish to meet pop star Aaron Carter.

Two stories featuring Lizzie McGuire, a junior high student dealing with being a teenager, school, friendship, and family.

Follows the adventures of Lizzie McGuire, a fourteen-year-old girl who experiences friendship, crushes, school, and the trials and tribulations of being a teenager.

Ever since Kate Sanders made cheerleader, she's become the most popular girl in school. But when she injures her ankle during cheerleading practice, the other girls kick her off the squad. Suddenly, Kate isn't quite so popular anymore.

Follows the adventures of Lizzie McGuire, a fourteen-year-old girl who experiences friendship, crushes, school, and the trials and tribulations of being a teenager.

Gordo is the trendsetter in school but Lizzie and Miranda start the hottest fad in school.

After reading a book about mother-daughter bonding, Lizzie becomes closer to her mother. However, she starts to learn secrets about her mother that she does not want to know.

Lizzie McGuire deals with life's problems when it comes to a pool party and school picture day.

Get inside Lizzie's world (and Lizzie's head) with her top-secret journal. These 48 full-color pages are filled with her private thoughts about her most memorable moments-and those she'd much rather forget. Includes full-color "snapshots" of Lizzie, her friends and family, and shocking evidence that Lizzie's weasel brother Matt has been reading her private journal! KATE: The queen of mean ETHAN CRAFT: sigh JUNIOR HIGH: It's all about survival of the fittest. PARENTS: Could they be any less cool? FASHION: The do's and the definitely do not's! AND MUCH MORE!

Two stories featuring Lizzie McGuire, a junior high student dealing with being a teenager, school, friendship, and family.

Lizzy McGuire offers tips on surviving school, including enduring field trips, cheerleaders, talking to boys, and eating cafeteria food, in a uniquely Lizzie style.

Lizzie McGuire deals with life's problems when it comes to a pool party and school picture day.

Follows the adventures of Lizzie McGuire, a fourteen-year-old girl who experiences friendship, crushes, school, and the trials and tribulations of being a teenager.

From the hit TV series on Disney Channel"--Cover.

Follows the adventures of Lizzie McGuire, a fourteen-year-old girl who experiences friendship, crushes, school, and the trials and tribulations of being a teenager.

Book's by Terri Minsky

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