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1. News from the North.

Author

Ellis, Sarah

Abstract

Describes and reviews the science fiction works of Canadian writer Monica Hughes and discusses how her writing reflects the concerns of Canadian culture. CRH)

Published
1984

2. Early Spring Booklist.

Author

Heins, Ethel L.

Abstract

Reviews and recommends recent new publications and rereleases of both fiction and nonfiction works for young children, older adolescents, and adults. Genres include science fiction, mysteries, and biographies. (CRH)

Published
1984

5. Journeys.

Author

Mark, Jan

Abstract

Elaborates on an author's use of the journey motif and traces and examines its use in her novels. (NKA)

Published
1987

6. Young Adult Books.

Author

Epstein, Connie C.

Abstract

Considers the similarities between science fiction writing and young adult literature, and points out that several well-known authors, such as Robert Heinlein and Jane Yolen, write in both genres. (NKA)

Published
1987

7. Outlook Tower.

Author

Maguire, Gregory

Abstract

Reviews seven assorted books for an older audience. The topics include archaeology, fantastic literature, and suspense. (CRH)

Published
1984

8. Outside the Box.

Author

Anderson, M. T.

Subjects
*POLYMATHS (Persons), *SCIENCE fiction, *MYSTERY fiction, *CONFERENCES & conventions, *FICTION
Abstract

The article discusses topics derived from the author's keynote address at the periodical Horn Book at Simmons Colloquium, "Out of the Box," on October 1, 2016. It mentions that writers for the young are often polymaths. It also reveals difficulty for writers to switch from mystery to science fiction to domestic realism.

Published
2017

9. Five Questions for Dan Yaccarino.

Subjects
*AUTHORS, *GRAPHIC novels, *SCIENCE fiction, *BANNED books
Abstract

An interview with author Dan Yaccarino is presented. Topics discussed include her graphic-novel format would be the perfect way to tell the story, science fiction access for kids and how surveillance is creeping into the world, and adults are capable of critical thinking and fighting against the book bans.

Published
2022

10. Neil Gaiman.

Author

HOWARD, ELISE

Subjects
*BRITISH authors, *NEWBERY Medal, *SCIENCE fiction, *FANTASY fiction
Abstract

This article is focused on the English science fiction and fantasy writer Neil Gaiman. The author comments on the experience of editing "The Graveyard Book," a children's book written by Gaiman that received the 2009 Newbery Medal literary award. She remarks on various other books written by Gaiman, including "Odd and the Frost Giants," "Coraline," and "The Sandman."

Published
2009

11. YA Biblio-Bullish Trends.

Author

Campbell, Patty

Subjects
*YOUNG adult literature, *PUBLISHING, *SCIENCE fiction, *AUTHORS, *SERIAL publications, *FANTASY literature
Abstract

The author talks about positive changes in young adult literature. She emphasizes the growth of the young adult publishing market and provides a discussion on science fiction and fantasy publishing. Several books are mentioned, including "Owl in Love," by Patrice Kindl, "Dunk," by David Lubar, and "America," by E. R. Frank.

Published
2004

12. Invasion of the Animorphs.

Author

Heppermann, Christine

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *INSECTS in literature, *SPACE flight in literature, *FICTION genres, *OUTER space in literature, *CHILDREN'S literature, *LITERARY characters, *HUMAN-animal communication
Abstract

The article presents the author's analysis of the "Animorphs" book series. According to the author, the "Animorphs" series has helped increase the popularity of the science fiction genre for children due to a mixture of hi-tech Bug fighter ships, squishable bugs, and childhood dreams of flying and talking to animals.

Published
1998

13. The de Grummond Collection: A multipurpose resource for librarians, teachers, and scholars.

Author

Jones, Dee

Subjects
*CHILDREN'S literature, *COLLECTORS & collecting, *LIBRARY resources, *INFORMATION resources, *ILLUSTRATORS, *FAIRY tales, *ALPHABET books, *SCIENCE fiction, *NURSERY rhymes
Abstract

The article looks at the de Grummond Children's Literature Collection, a resource for librarians, teachers, and scholars that contains original illustrations and manuscripts created by hundreds of children's book authors and illustrators. The collection, named after Dr. Lena Young de Grummond, contains works from Kate Greenaway, Randolph Caldecott, and Caldecott-Medal-winning author-illustrator Ezra Jack Keats.

Published
1995

14. My Own Origin Story.

Author

Steptoe, Javaka

Subjects
*CHILDREN'S literature, *SCIENCE fiction
Abstract

A personal narrative is presented which explores author's experience of love to magic, science fiction and creating children's books.

Published
2019

15. Phalaina.

Author

BAKER, DEIRDRE F.

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Published
2022

16. A Long Way from Home.

Author

PARRAVANO, MARTHA V.

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Published
2023

17. The Last Cuentista.

Author

TOLIVER, S. R.

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Published
2021

18. Five Questions for Shaun David Hutchinson.

Author

Hutchinson, Shaun David

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *MODERN literature, *EMOTIONS
Abstract

An interview with author Shaun David Hutchinson is presented who discusses his book "At the Edge of the Universe." He mentions about his interest in writing Science fiction for exploring human emotions rather than contemporary fiction, his work for removing stereotypical character narratives, and writing roles for heterosexual characters.

Published
2017

19. The Flooded Earth.

Author

RETTGER, SARAH

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Published
2019

21. Early Departures.

Author

HARRIS, MONIQUE

Subjects
*TRAFFIC accidents, *SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Published
2020

25. Obituary.

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction
Abstract

An obituary for science-fiction author John Christopher (Christopher Samuel Youd) is presented.

Published
2012

26. Scythe.

Author

BURKAM, ANITA L.

Subjects
*DEATH, *SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Scythe," by Neal Shusterman.

Published
2016

27. The Third Mushroom.

Author

MARTIN, MICHELLE H.

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *AUDIOBOOKS, *FICTION
Published
2019

28. Burning Midnight.

Author

BERKLEY-CRAMER, KAZIA

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

A review of the book "Burning Midnight," by Will McIntosh, is presented.

Published
2016

29. Space Dog.

Author

FLYNN, KITTY

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION, *CHILDREN'S literature, *PICTURE books for children
Published
2016

30. Mirage.

Author

BIRCHER, KATIE

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Published
2018

31. Satellite.

Author

BAKER, DEIRDRE F.

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *GAY romance fiction, *FICTION
Published
2017

32. Edison's Alley.

Author

BLOOM, SAM

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

A review of the book "Edison's Alley," by Neal Shusterman and Eric Elfman, part of the Accelerati Trilogy, is presented.

Published
2015

33. A Crack in the Sea.

Author

BARTHELMESS, THOM

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION, *AUDIOBOOKS
Published
2017

35. While We Run.

Author

SMITH, RACHEL L.

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION, *CHILDREN'S literature
Published
2014

36. Panic.

Author

GAETANO, SIÂN

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION, *YOUNG adult literature
Published
2014

37. The 9 Lives of Alexander Baddenfield.

Author

ELLIS, SARAH

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "The 9 Lives of Alexander Baddenfield," by John Bemelmans Marciano, illustrated by Sophie Blackall.

Published
2013

38. The 5th Wave.

Author

SCHNEIDER, DEAN

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "The 5th Wave," by Rick Yancey.

Published
2013

39. Scarlet.

Author

RITTER, CYNTHIA K.

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Scarlet," by Marissa Meyer, part of the Lunar Chronicles series.

Published
2013

40. Requiem.

Author

ADAMS, LAUREN

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *ROMANCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Requiem," by Lauren Oliver, the final book in the Delirium Trilogy.

Published
2013

41. The Summer Prince.

Author

GROSS, CLAIRE E.

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "The Summer Prince," by Alaya Dawn Johnson.

Published
2013

42. The Diferent Girl.

Author

SCHNEIDER, DEAN

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "The Different Girl," by Gordon Dahlquist.

Published
2013

43. Shades of Earth.

Author

BURKAM, ANITA L.

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Shades of Earth," by Beth Revis, the third book in the Across the Universe trilogy.

Published
2013

44. The Lives We Lost.

Author

LEMPKE, SUSAN DOVE

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "The Lives We Lost," by Megan Crewe, the second book in the Fallen World trilogy.

Published
2013

45. Breathe.

Author

SPISAK, APRIL

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Breathe," written by Sarah Crossan.

Published
2012

46. Son.

Author

Baker, Deirdre F.

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

A review of the book "Son," by Lois Lowry is presented.

Published
2012

47. Erebos.

Author

Hunt, Jonathan

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Erebos: It's a Game. It Watches You.," written by Ursula Poznanski and translated by Judith Pattinson.

Published
2012

48. A Confusion of Princes.

Author

Baker, Deirdre F.

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "A Confusion of Princes," by Garth Nix.

Published
2012

49. Under the Never Sky.

Author

Spisak, April

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Under the Never Sky" by Veronica Rossi.

Published
2012

50. The Boy at the End of the World.

Author

SCHNEIDER, DEAN

Subjects
*SCIENCE fiction, *CHILDREN'S literature, *FICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "The Boy at the End of the World," by Greg van Eekhout.

Published
2011

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