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- How to Encourage Your Reluctant Teen to Read for PleasureIn my years of experience as a middle and high school English Literature teacher, I have also found that teens that read for pleasure have a better grip on the social challenges that arise during the teenage years.
- Young Adult Literature No Longer for the "Young"Ten years ago it would have been considered immature and silly for an adult to read a novel intended for a teenage audience. Not anymore.
- Dystopia: The New Trend in Young Adult LiteratureThe hot trend used to be wizards and vampires; now the hot new trend among young adult literature is a post-apocalyptic world.
Radio Personality Cynthia Brian Talks About Teen EmpowermentRadio personality Cynthia Brian has spent years empowering adults. Now she turns her attention to teenagers.
Mature Reading for Teen High School Boys and Young AdultsIt's a sad fact that the majority of teenage boys and young men do not read anything beyond magazines or newspapers. Here is list of literature guaranteed to get teen boys and men hooked on books.- What Are the Defining Characteristics of Young Adult Literature?This essay gives a clear description of what separates Young Adult Literature from other genres.
- Young Adult Literature at the New Albany Public LibraryAn interview with Dave Gallagher, Young Adult Director at the New Albany (Ohio) Public Library, provides sources for finding out quality works for Young Adults, and discusses trends in the organization of libraries to retain young adult readers.
- The Twilight of Young Adult LiteratureA review of the Twilight book series, with special emphasis on just why it is possibly the most forgettable story ever told in the history of the literary tradition. Also, unfortunately, why it won't be forgotten.
- 5 Great Young Adult Literature BooksLooking for a good book to buy the young adult girl in your life? Try one of these great reads.
- The Validity of Science Fiction in Young Adult LiteratureSince its birth, Science Fiction literature has had a hard time proving its worth, especially in Young Adult Literature, but Science Fiction is a valid literary form for expressing young adult concerns.
- Censorship & Young Adult LiteratureOpinion piece on the mistake that is censoring literature for young adults too heavily.
- "The Cay" by Theodore TaylorPick up a YA book, you might be surprised.
- Jason Fuchs Scripting New Supernatural/Adventure Teen FilmsActor/writer Jason Fuchs has been hired to adapt two different young adult books for the big screen. He will be penning scripts based on the puzzle book 'The Clock Without a Face' and the supernatural thriller 'Break My Heart 1,000 Times.'
- Answer Book for Teens: A Christian Teen's Arsenal of Biblical TruthThe "Answers in Genesis" team have published a book for teens that will help them understand some vital biblical truths.
- Lauren Kate Entertains with Her New Book Titled PassionLauren Kate hooked readers with the first two novels of her Fallen series and now delves deeper into the story of star-crossed lovers, Luce and Daniel.
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TwilightA poem. Tanka. On the approaching twilight.
Books that Need to Be Made into Films-Without Making You Cringe- Twilight: Not Just for TeensI am not a 15 year old girl and I surely do not believe a man can transform into a werewolf. I am, however, a 26 year old woman who wants to believe in vampires named Edward Cullen. How did this all start and why do more than just teenagers like it?
- Gifts for Twilight FansIf you or someone you know really likes Twilight this is the list to look at when trying to find the perfect gift for them becuase there is so much to choose from from accessories, clothing, to books.
- SpeakMelinda Sordino starts off her high school career hated by all former friends and strangers after calling the cops on her first big party.
- Top 5 Books for TeensHere is a list of the top 5 books I would recommend for teens
- Compareing the Novels My Heartbeat and The Silver KissWritten for my Young Adult Literature class, we were asked to review and compare two novels giving the pros and cons of each novel's genre and how the novel compared to that genre.
- Florida Teens Read 2009-2010 Books AnnouncedThis is a list of the book included in the Florida Teens Read list for the 2009-2010 school year. It includes summaries, ratings and notes of grade level appropriateness.
- At the Start of Every TwilightThe poem develops as a dedication to all individuals that makes their life meaningful and colorful in their years of being with books and friends.
- Urban Teens Have Booklist, No Longer Novice ReadersTeens and tweens are an advertiser's dream. Who says they don't read? They are the new voices with their own ideas and urban literature booklist.
- Twilight: The Appeal Behind the Teen FavoriteTwilight is a very popular young adult novel which was recently turned into an equally successful movie. Its popularity can be attributed to its unique premise, a vampire + human love story.
- Top Five Books for Teenage GirlsIn this article, I provide 5 exemplary books for young adults.
- Why Laurie Halse Anderson's Speak Should Be Read by EducatorsSpeak is a great young-adult novel that should be read by educators and parents, due to its controversial topic and accurate depiction of teenage life.
- Fishing Books for Your TeenHere is a list of books that will make good gifts for your teenager!
- Rebel Angels by Libba Bray: A Gripping Blend of Fantasy, History and Teen CultureBray's second book, Rebel Angels, is a gripping and seductive blend of history, fantasy, and adventure.
- Guide to Using Go Ask Alice in the ClassroomConsiderations for using the novel Go Ask Alice in a classroom.


