young adult fiction, american

A study of the life and achievements of the author of books for young adults with a few photographic illustrations. Evalutes Mazer's fiction and the unique appeal of her work.

Looks at how girls have historically been depicted in young adult literature, discusses how the image of girls has changed through the years, and provides analyses of young adult books in a variety of genres published between 1990 and 2001 that feature empowered girls.

Presents essays addressing prevalent themes in Cassandra Clare's "Mortal Instruments" series, covering such topics as friendship, the art of war, the importance of art and humor, and the benefits of incest in literature.

Contains fourteen short fiction stories in which the authors explore the problems and pleasures of growing up in urban America.

Collects fourteen articles that examine various topics pertaining to characters and themes from the "Uglies" series by Scott Westerfeld.

Explains how to use critical theory to analyze the writing of Stephenie Meyer, discussing how others have critiqued her work and how examining the influences behind her writing may offer new insight into her characters and stories.

A collection of eleven stories by award-winning authors that explore the many varieties of teenage desire, including first crushes, first kisses, and first times.

"The effects of World War Hulk are being felt across the entire Marvel Universe. When the Hulk and his Warbound invade America, the Superhuman Armed Forces answer the call! Our young recruits have seen plenty of action, but will it prepare them for ALL-OUT WAR?! Meanwhile, the Irredeemable Ant-Man is on the run, hiding from S.H.I.E.L.D. But now things have changed-- the Hulk has come to town. Will Ant-Man finally be the hero he was born to become and defend New York City from the Green Goliath? Also, with Iron Man missing after his battle with the Hulk, S.H.I.E.L.D. is thrown into chaos! In other corners of the Marvel U Johnny Blaze gets what he wanted. Temporarily setting aside his quest for the remaining avatars of Lucifer, he has forced the Ghost Rider into a confrontation with The Hulk in hopes of saving the innocent. And it's an all-out action as the X-Men battle the Hulk in defense of Professor Xavier's dream! Collecting WORLD WAR HULK: X-MEN #1-3, AVENGERS: THE INITIATIVE #4-5, IRREDEEMABLE ANT-MAN #10, IRON MAN #19-20 and GHOST RIDER #12-13" -- from publisher's web site.

A biographical/critical study of Kathryn Lasky, author of over forty books in a variety of genres including picture books, nature writing for children, adult mystery novels, and young adult fiction and non-fiction.