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Hoffert, Barbara – Library Journal, 2009
This article provides a list of books for librarians. The list is grouped by type: pop fiction, literary, trillers, science fiction/fantasy/horror, romance, western, mystery, and Christian fiction.
Descriptors: Fantasy, Science Fiction, Library Materials, Fiction
Sullivan, Michael – ALA Editions, 2010
Based on more than twenty years' experience working to get boys interested in reading, the author now offers his first readers' advisory volume. With an emphasis on nonfiction and the boy-friendly categories of genre fiction, the work offers a wealth of material including: (1) Suggestions for how to booktalk one-on-one as well as in large groups;…
Descriptors: Fantasy, Literary Genres, Nonfiction, Science Fiction
Krapp, JoAnn Vergona – School Library Media Activities Monthly, 2005
Fantasy and science fiction are two genres that are products of imagination. Both present alternate worlds governed by their own laws and values, but it is the plausibility of events in each world that sets the two apart. In fantasy, events happen by magic or inexplicable means. In science fiction, events could happen based on advanced…
Descriptors: Fantasy, Science Fiction, Adolescent Literature, Reading Materials
Griffen, Agnes M. – Library Journal, 1987
Science fiction is used to describe four scenarios of the library of the future: completely computerized; rehumanized; post-cataclysmic, reinvented; and post-computer, mental high-tech. The future is discussed in terms of what is possible, probable, and desirable. An exercise is suggested for librarians to examine their own ideas about the future…
Descriptors: Computers, Futures (of Society), Library Role, Science Fiction
Steele, Colin – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1987
Selective analysis of the library literature affirms the difficulty of predicting accurately the rate of technological change and the interpretation of trends. A juxtaposition of the library predictions and those of science fiction writers reveals surprising bibliographic visions of the future. Nine references are listed. (MES)
Descriptors: Futures (of Society), Information Technology, Librarians, Libraries
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La Faille, Eugene – Voice of Youth Advocates, 1985
This 136-item annotated bibliography listing science fiction suitable for 12-19 age range is divided into five sections, each organized alphabetically by author's name: in-print novels featuring computers, in-print anthologies of computer stories, in-print studies of computer science fiction, out-of-print novels, short stories. Current publication…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Adolescents, Annotated Bibliographies, Computers
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Lerner, Fred – Voice of Youth Advocates, 1984
Discusses George Orwell's lack of influence on modern science fiction and presents a selected annotated bibliography of modern science fiction materials depicting a wide variety of totalitarian societies. (MBR)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Annotated Bibliographies, Book Reviews, Influences
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Klause, Annette Curtis – Journal of Youth Services in Libraries, 1990
Identifies the elements of science fiction that might appeal to adolescent readers and offers suggestions for developing innovative book talks on science fiction books. A bibliography of 133 books, categorized by subgenres such as hard science, space travel, and mysteries, is provided. (eight references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Guidelines, Library Role, Reading Material Selection
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Ontell, Val – Community & Junior College Libraries, 2003
This article, based on a presentation made by the author at the 2003 California Library Association conference, provides examples of how librarians and teachers can use Science Fiction to provide catalysts for discussion in a variety of subjects; teach students how to question intelligently; and stimulate their imaginations, thus motivating them…
Descriptors: Science Fiction, Literary Genres, Learning Motivation, Reading
Coughlan, Margaret N., Comp.; And Others – 1986
A committee comprised of children's book specialists from school and public libraries and a bookseller examined books published from November 1984 through November 1985, and compiled this annotated bibliography of picture books, fiction, and nonfiction. The bibliography is arranged by age group and categories, among which are picture stories for…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Annotated Bibliographies, Biographies, Childrens Literature
Kreigh, Helen, Ed. – 1986
Intended to help librarians develop summer programs, this manual contains suggestions for activities and events based on the theme "Star Spangled Summer." The manual includes suggestions for promoting the program, decorating the library, getting the participants registered, and participating in projects, activities, events, games, and giveaways.…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Bibliographies, Childrens Literature, Community Programs