Discusses G. K. Chesterton's views on children's literature and the importance of children reading for enjoyment. (AEA)

The phenomenon of a "secondary world"--the world of imagination created by writers of fiction in which writers and readers mentally participate--is described. Theories on the subject are discussed, and a three-dimensional model of the psychological structure of this world is presented. (PP)

Books for children to read during the summer are recommended, including "Learning's" choice of the 10 best new books of the year. Selections range from fairy tales and picture books for very young readers to books suitable for adolescents. (PP)

An annotated listing of new books for children and juveniles is presented. Titles range from fantastical stories that will stir children's imaginations to realistic books, such as biographies of Pocahontas and of the first person to fly across the English Channel. Paperback books are also listed. (PP)

Discusses the role of readers' advisors in public libraries based on readers' responses to open-ended, qualitative interviews on reading for pleasure. Topics discussed include how books help people, how readers choose books, what they like and dislike about fiction collections in libraries, and how libraries and librarians can be more helpful to…