the world's most remarkable fiction explored and explained
Mullan, John
2022
"Explore the finest novels from around the world, from medieval adventures to modern classics. Find out what inspired writers, what their aims were, and how they set about writing their masterpieces. Great novels provides a fascinating overview of how the novel has developed through the ages and celebrates the eternal pleasures of reading"--Provided by publisher.
A handbook for defending challenged young adult books that features profiles with plot summaries, published reviews, information on awards and prizes, and more.
a readers' advisory and collection development guide
Fraser, Elizabeth
2020
"Covering over 500 titles, both classics and newer publications, this book describes what titles are about and why teens would want to read them"--Provided by publisher.
expanding multicultural understanding through children's and young adult literature
Manglik, Gauri
2018
A list of best books for librarians that contain positive portrayals of Muslim characters and culture, with a summary, discussion questions, and activities for each book.
Text and photographs look at the life of Malala Yousafzai, a Muslim teenage girl from Pakistan, who advocates for education of women and children, and whom the Taliban attempted to assassinate on October 9, 2012.
"Pairs narrative nonfiction biographies rich in language and illustrations with national content standards in...social studies, science, and the arts"--Provided by publisher.
A handbook for defending challenged young adult books that features profiles with plot summaries, published reviews, information on awards and prizes, and more.