young adult fiction, american

A study of author/illustrator Daniel Pinkwater, looking at his body of work, with a focus on his young adult fiction, and including quotations and observations from Pinkwater.

Examines the life and works of the author of such young adult fiction as "The Pigman" and "The Undertaker's Gone Bananas.".

A critical introduction to the life and work of author William Sleator, who has written for both children and young adults and specializes in the field of science fiction.

The popular author describes how he grew up in Decatur, Illinois, went into teaching, and eventually became a writer, incorporating his earlier experiences into novels intended to reach and change young readers.

Discusses the life and works of well-known author Robert Cormier.

Presents short stories and excerpts from novels by American and Soviet writers.